Job Summary:

The Director of Musical Theatre will direct the Musical Theatre program and teach related subjects. THE DEADLINE TO COMPLETE THE APPLICATION IS APRIL 15, 2025.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.
• Give direction and oversight to production staff.
• In cooperation with the MWPA chair, oversee the engagement and development of adjunct faculty to teach course in the MT program.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

Personal Qualities:

• The desire to grow, develop, and mature, both spiritually and professionally.
• The ability to create and maintain a Christian professional atmosphere in all internal and external relationships.
• A spirit of cooperation and willingness to serve others.
• The desire and ability to disciple and mentor students.
• A professional appearance.

Education and Experience:

• Graduate degree in a related musical theatre cognate.
• Demonstrable performance artistry in directing and producing musical theatre.
• A well-articulated understanding of the integration of the Christian faith and artistic endeavor and the performing arts, in particular.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Substantial directing and/or producing experience.
• Passionate commitment to the MWPA missional focus to prepare highly skilled artists to influence culture with grace and truth.
• Piano skills for basic accompaniment of students; preference will be given to candidates with strong keyboard skills and coaching experience.
• Strong administrative skills in giving oversight to production staff.
• An ability to work collaboratively.
• Exhibit a high degree of professionalism while motivating and educating students in an engaging manner concerning musical theatre and a biblical worldview.
• Proficiency as a communicator in written and oral formats.
• An ability to design instruction.
• An ability to develop new courses.
• An ability to assess the overall success of courses.
• A desire to mentor students outside the classroom.
• Proficiency with word processing, general computer skills, and LBC | Capitals instructional technologies (i.e., Learning Management System, Video Conferencing, etc.).

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate courses in one or more of the following areas in relationship to the candidates area(s) of strength and academic preparation; Acting, Dance/Choreography, Musical Theatre Workshop, History of MT repertoire, Senior Showcase, Performance Career Seminar, Voice and related coursework.
• Give vision and direction to the MT academic program in the MWPA department.
• Primary academic advisor to students in the MT program.
• Produce and/or direct two mainstage productions per academic year.
• Give direction and oversight to production staff.
• In cooperation with the MWPA chair, oversee the engagement and development of adjunct faculty to teach course in the MT program.
• Teach courses as assigned at the undergraduate, adult education, and/or graduate level in face-to-face, blended, and online format which may require teaching during the day, evening, and/or weekend.
• Active recruitment of potential Musical Theatre majors.
• Actively engage community networks to encourage opportunities/internships/partnerships for students.
• Other teaching service duties as assigned by the Chair, based on the candidates strengths and departmental needs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

About Lancaster Bible College

Lancaster Bible College is a regionally accredited interdenominational school of higher education of over 2000 degree students. Its mission is to educate Christian students to think and live a biblical worldview and to proclaim Christ by serving Him in the Church and society. Lancaster Bible College is committed to treating others equally regardless of race, color, national origin, gender (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), age, disability, or veteran status.

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