Director/Choreographer, Music Director – Afterschool Musicals

Helen Hayes Youth Theatre is seeking experienced, creative theater professionals for elementary school after-school musical theater productions during the 2026–2027 school year in Rockland County, NY.

We are hiring a Director/Choreographer and a Musical Director with directing experience to lead productions featuring approximately 40 students per cast in grades 4–5.

Positions Available

Director/Choreographer

Seeking a dynamic Director/Choreographer with a strong artistic vision and the ability to create creative productions with young performers. Responsibilities include directing scenes, staging musical numbers, creating age-appropriate choreography, and guiding the overall creative process from initial rehearsals through performances.

Candidates should be imaginative, organized, collaborative, and experienced in working with elementary performers. The ability to create ensemble choreography and effectively manage large groups of students is essential.

Musical Director

Seeking an experienced Musical Director to teach and rehearse vocal music, lead ensemble singing, and prepare students for performances. Strong piano skills and the ability to work effectively with young performers are essential.

Directing experience is highly preferred, as we are especially interested in a Musical Director who can independently stage scenes, work with young actors, and lead rehearsals.

Production Details

• Three school-based productions of approximately 60 minutes each

• Approximately 40 students per cast, grades 4–5

• Rehearsals: 2:30–5:00 PM

• School 1: Wednesdays beginning December 2026

• Schools 2 and 3: Beginning January 2027, with rehearsals on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays (potentially Fridays instead of Mondays)

• Performances: Late March through mid-April 2027

• Location: Rockland County, NY

Candidates may be considered for one or multiple school productions depending on availability and experience but availability for all productions is preferred.

Qualifications

We are seeking teaching artists who combine strong theatrical skills with excellent classroom management, creativity, organizational abilities, and a genuine enthusiasm for inspiring young performers.

Candidates must be comfortable working independently, managing large casts, and taking creative ownership of a production.

Transportation: All rehearsals and performances take place at schools throughout Rockland County, NY. Candidates must have their own vehicle and be able to drive to assigned school locations. Reasonable gas and toll expenses may be reimbursed.

To Apply

Please submit a résumé, relevant production credits, availability, mode of transportation and, if possible, links to examples of previous directing, choreography, or musical direction work.