Polar Express Music Director - Seasonal Train Ride

American Heritage Companies; Perris (CA); On-site; USD 341,000 - 486,000; Full time

Job summary

Rail Events Productions in Perris, CA seeks a Music Director to lead the musical elements of The Polar Express Train Ride. You will teach the cast, coordinate with the artistic team, and ensure performances meet production standards during rehearsals.

This short-term contract requires vocal coaching and music direction for theatre, with a $300 project stipend and in-person rehearsal at La Mirada Theatre area.

Qualifications

• Advanced music understanding and rehearsal leadership.
• Experience teaching vocal technique and coaching vocal performance.
• Experience directing music for theatrical productions.
• Proficient piano playing required.

Responsibilities

• Work with directing and stage management during music rehearsals.
• Attend a short virtual meeting prior to in-person rehearsal to review music and expectations.
• Teach the cast the music according to production specifications.
• Refine vocal performances during rehearsals.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, inclusive working environment.
• Provide a keyboard piano for rehearsals.

Skills

Advanced music comprehension

Vocal technique coaching

Music directing for theatre

Piano playing

Job description

Rail Events Productions in Perris, CA seeks a Music Director to lead the musical elements of The Polar Express Train Ride. You will teach the cast, coordinate with the artistic team, and ensure performances meet production standards during rehearsals.

This short-term contract requires vocal coaching and music direction for theatre, with a $300 project stipend and in-person rehearsal at La Mirada Theatre area.