Visiting Assistant Professor - Theatre
About The Position
The Department of Theatre seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor for the 2026–27 academic year to teach acting and related courses, mentor and recruit student actors, supervise creative and research projects, and contribute to departmental and university service within a liberal arts context. The Department of Theatre seeks a dynamic, enthusiastic, and engaging Visiting Assistant Professor for the 2026-27 academic year to teach courses in acting and related areas (which might include Principles of Acting, Voice & Movement, Acting for the Musical Stage, Acting for the Camera, Acting for Nonmajors, and/or Experiencing Theatre); recruit and mentor student actors; and provide service to the institution. Faculty in the Department of Theatre supervise and mentor student research and creative projects, contribute to theatre studies and liberal education curricula, participate in recruitment activities, and engage in other services as assigned. The department offers a B.A. in Theatre in the context of a liberal arts university.
Requirements
- Terminal degree in acting, directing, theatre, or a closely related field required by date of appointment.
Nice To Haves
- Consideration may be given to candidates holding an M.F.A. in Acting
- prior experience teaching acting
- demonstrated ability to teach all levels of acting including courses in acting for the camera, movement, voice, and/or musical theatre
- professional experience as an actor in theatre, film, or other segments of the entertainment industry
- experience directing theatre productions
- experience nurturing and developing new work
- developing inclusive and innovative curricula that blend theory and practice
Responsibilities
- teach acting and related courses
- mentor and recruit student actors
- supervise creative and research projects
- contribute to departmental and university service within a liberal arts context
- teach courses in acting and related areas (which might include Principles of Acting, Voice & Movement, Acting for the Musical Stage, Acting for the Camera, Acting for Nonmajors, and/or Experiencing Theatre)
- recruit and mentor student actors
- provide service to the institution
- supervise and mentor student research and creative projects
- contribute to theatre studies and liberal education curricula
- participate in recruitment activities
- engage in other services as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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