Artistic Director - Lead Vision for Shakespeare Theater

BroadwayWorld SA; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

American Players Theatre in Spring Green, Wisconsin, seeks an Artistic Director to set the artistic vision and oversee season planning and all programming. The leader will manage 30 staff members, collaborate closely with the Managing Director, and advance a culture rooted in equity and belonging.

The role emphasizes collaboration with artists, staff, and stakeholders, ensuring high artistic standards across the company’s two venues and rotating repertory season.

Responsibilities

• Set and fulfill the artistic vision aligned with APT’s mission and values.
• Lead season planning and all artistic programming, maintaining high artistic standards.
• Directly manage 30 staff members, including directors, designers, actors, and coaches.
• Collaborate with the Managing Director in a co-leadership relationship.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive culture emphasizing equity and belonging.

Job description

American Players Theatre in Spring Green, Wisconsin, seeks an Artistic Director to set the artistic vision and oversee season planning and all programming. The leader will manage 30 staff members, collaborate closely with the Managing Director, and advance a culture rooted in equity and belonging.

The role emphasizes collaboration with artists, staff, and stakeholders, ensuring high artistic standards across the company’s two venues and rotating repertory season.