Description

Gifted young artists from all over the world come to Interlochen Arts Academy to turn their passion and potential into a purposeful future. As their trusted faculty, we work side by side with our students to help them refine their talents and develop the skills they need to become creators of successful, fulfilling lives. Because this is where raw aptitude is refined, elevated, and maximized. And we are the bridge between proficiency and mastery.

Position Summary:

Interlochen Center for the Arts is searching for a dynamic and experienced Musical Theatre professional to guide a vital and ever-growing program. The Program Director of Musical Theatre is a year-round position focused on both the Interlochen Arts Camp summer program and Interlochen Arts Academy boarding high school. The ideal candidate will be a director/choreographer with administrative experience who can also teach an impactful Acting Technique class to developing young artists. This position guides the Musical Theatre curriculum, directs at least one full-scale musical a year, and teaches courses including Acting Technique and Advanced Musical Theatre. The Program Director of Musical Theatre works with other members of the Theatre faculty to develop and implement high quality educational experiences for students in the Musical Theatre track while offering valuable guidance and mentorship.  This is a hands-on, creative position that supports talented high school artists and contributes to a vibrant and collaborative Theatre community.  The start date is June 8, 2026. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Guides all aspects of Musical Theatre program, including curriculum, staffing, admissions, and title selection.
• Collaborates effectively with Theatre faculty and Interlochen Presents staff.
• Develops curriculum that adheres to high performance standards.
• Hires and manages the Musical Theatre faculty (including Collaborative Pianists) for Interlochen Arts Camp.
• Evaluates auditions from prospective students at both Academy and Camp.
• Teaches classes at the Academy in Advanced Musical Theatre and Acting Technique.
• Participates actively in season selection at both Camp and Academy.
• Directs at least one full production per year (may direct more depending on experience and other considerations).
• Attends and engages in weekly departmental meetings.
• Prepares students for the rigors of the college audition process.
• Seeks the best use of materials and equipment to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Complies with institutional policies/procedures and acts as a good steward of institutional resources.
• Respects the culture, diversity and rights of all students, their families and the community.
• Prioritizes duties in a manner consistent with organizational objectives and growth.
• Some travel involved with this position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a standard office and classroom environment with extensive internal and external stakeholder contact. Rehearsals and classes occur in studio spaces and various venues around campus.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Theatre or Musical Theatre required.  MFA or MA in Theatre, Musical Theatre, or other appropriate areas preferred.

Experience:

• Significant professional performance experience and/or directing experience in Musical Theatre required.
• Teaching experience at the collegiate, university or high school level required. Administrative experience is preferred.

Equipment Familiarity: Experience with Mac laptops and Google Suite preferred. Must be able to work with technology.

Certifications, Licenses or Special Training: 

• Must meet and maintain background screening requirements as detailed in policy 12.HR.01 Pre-Employment and Employee Background Checks.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets the eligibility requirements of ICA’s insurance carrier (for all positions requiring driving).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

• Ability to mentor artistically talented youth.
• Ability to successfully collaborate with members of a creative team.
• Ability to follow and execute specific verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to promote and maintain positive interaction with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate respect for cultural, ethnic, spiritual, and linguistic diversity and values including differences in personal goals, lifestyle choices and varying family backgrounds and histories.

For a complete job description and to apply go to Interlochen.org/careers or the direct link Program Director of Musical Theatre

Application Materials:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Benefits Package:

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Vacation, Sick, Holiday and generous winter holiday time off
Life insurance 
Voluntary life insurance 
Short and long-term disability
Employee development & tuition reimbursement programs
Defined contribution 401(a) plan, managed by TIAA
Free or discounted employee tickets to Interlochen performances and events *some exceptions apply 
Early event ticket purchase before general public sales begin
Free Stone Cafeteria meal on shift
Dennison Recreation Center accessibility (includes spouses)
Priority access to Interlochen employees at Pitter Patter Day Care Center (less than one mile from campus)
Employee Referral Program (cash payments)
Tuition discounts for employee’s children at Academy, Camp and Interlochen Online
Parental leave (12 weeks paid for Pregnancy/Maternity/Childbirth leave, 6 weeks paid for Parental leave).