SY 26-27 Play Director - High School (Fall)
Fitchburg School District•Fitchburg, MA
•Onsite
About The Position
This is an internal posting for current FPS employees to direct three performances of one play at the high school level. The role involves selecting the play, managing contracts and licenses, preparing scripts, instructing in theater arts, conducting auditions and rehearsals, supervising cast and crew, arranging publicity, and overseeing all technical aspects of the production.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in theatre education
- Related experience as a director or assistant is preferred
- Current FPS employee
Responsibilities
- Produce & direct three performances of one play at the high school
- Select play, handle the contract for performances, secure license, and prepare scripts for production
- Provide instruction in all aspects of theater arts
- Conduct auditions, schedule, conduct and attend all rehearsals
- Supervise the entire cast and crew of the musical production
- Arrange for publicity of the play, printing, and sale of tickets
- Direct and or delegate all technical aspects of performances including but not limited to: Lighting; makeup; sets; sound and necessary musical accompaniment
Benefits
- Pension-eligible stipend
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Career Level
Mid Level
