University of Central Oklahoma · 2 days ago
School of Music, Director of Musical Theatre - Full-Time, Tenure-Track Assistant Professor
Edmond, OK
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expThe University of Central Oklahoma is a leading institution in arts education, seeking a full-time Assistant Professor of Music to lead the Musical Theatre program. The role involves directing and producing musical theatre productions, teaching courses, and supporting student recruitment and development.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Directing and producing staged musical theatre productions
Leading the UCO Musical Theatre program including season selection and recruitment
Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in the musical theatre curricula
Recruiting and retaining students
Supporting student creative activity and professional development
Contributing to a collaborative faculty environment
Qualification
Required
Extensive professional performance experience in the field of musical theatre
Ability to create effective and innovative stage direction for musical theatre productions
Ability to effectively teach courses related to training music theatre performers, including but not limited to: acting, professional development, directing, and musical theatre history
Ability to lead the musical theatre program at UCO, including coordination of all musical theatre productions, recruitment, and professional development efforts for current students
Strong connections within the musical theatre industry
Ability to recruit and retain students
Ability to teach online, face-to-face, and hybrid courses
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate students effectively
Ability to work within a collaborative faculty environment
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form
Ability to work effectively and patiently with students
Other related duties
A terminal degree in musical theatre or related field. ABD may be considered
A strong background in success in musical theatre in academic and professional settings
Experience in stage direction in musical theatre
Evidence of success in university teaching in subjects related to musical theatre
Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae
Copy of transcript for highest degree earned
List of at least 3 references
Preferred
Additional area(s) of expertise in musical theatre, which could include: music direction, collaborative piano, choreography and dance, stage combat, and intimacy training
5 years of college teaching experience
Evidence of success working in non-profit arts organizations
Experience performing on Broadway/West End, national tours, and/or equity houses
Company
University of Central Oklahoma
University of Central Oklahoma is a school in Edmond.
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Funding
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$4.98MKey Investors
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2024-10-28Grant· $4.98M
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