Visionary School Musical Director

Cambridge Public Schools; Cambridge (MA); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Cambridge Public Schools seeks a Director of Musical to produce and direct school and public performances, managing the production calendar with the Visual & Performing Arts team.

The role emphasizes an equity lens in casting, recruitment, and instruction, requiring Massachusetts Theater Education certification and collaboration with staff, designers, and volunteers to deliver high-quality productions.

Qualifications

• Valid Massachusetts Theater Education certification.
• Current district staff member preferred.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Produces and directs play or musical for school and public performances.
• Collaborates with VPA department to design production schedule and manage staff.
• Rehearses students and coordinates with design teams for lights, sound, costumes.
• Monitors budget, royalties, rentals, and facility bookings.
• Organizes recruitment and outreach to attract theater participants.

Skills

Dramatics teaching

Education

Massachusetts Theater Education certification

Job description

Cambridge Public Schools seeks a Director of Musical to produce and direct school and public performances, managing the production calendar with the Visual & Performing Arts team.

The role emphasizes an equity lens in casting, recruitment, and instruction, requiring Massachusetts Theater Education certification and collaboration with staff, designers, and volunteers to deliver high-quality productions.