About the Role
The Summer Stage Choreographers are responsible for creating and designing the movement sequences for a production, such as a musical, dance performance, or theater show. They will work closely with the director and other members of the creative team to ensure that the choreography aligns with the overall vision for the production.
Requirements
Qualifications:
You must be a high school graduate
Background in theater, including experience as a choreographer
Have a degree or studying dance, education, or a related field
Strong understanding of various dance styles and techniques
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Passion for dance and the arts
Key Responsibilities:
Be present at Camp from 9:00 - 4:00 with an hour lunch
Teach Dance classes in the morning and run
Be present at as many performances as possible
Create and design movement sequences for a production
Collaborate with the director and other members of the creative team to ensure that the choreography aligns with the overall vision for the production
Rehearse and instruct performers on the choreography
Attend rehearsals and performances to ensure that the choreography is executed correctly
Make adjustments to the choreography as needed
Provide feedback to performers on their movement and performance
Ensure that the performers are in good physical condition
About the Company
There are many valuable opportunities to create with MTC throughout our season. Whether you are a professional trying to give back to community theater roots or a young artist trying to make your way into a career in production, design, or education.
During a typical season we produce four youth musicals, one young adult musical, one all ages musical, one adults only musical/cabaret and a performing arts day camp with five overlapping sessions resulting in five youth musicals across nine weeks in the summer. All of these productions need Directors, Choreographers, Vocal Directors, Tech Directors, Costume Designers, Stage Managers, front of house positions and more.