CHOREOGRAPHER
WHO WE ARE
The Mayerson JCC connects people so that they can live happier and fuller lives, creating a more vibrant Jewish community. The JCC helps to foster social connections between its members and guests alike, bringing people together through a wide variety of programs and events. With an expansive fitness center, highly regarded early childhood school and senior center, arts and cultural events offered throughout the year, and classes for every age, the JCC connects, enriches, and inspires over 27,000 visitors per month. The JCC welcomes and engages everyone, regardless of race, religion, or ability.
POSITION SUMMARY
Working closely with other members of our show’s creative team, the choreographer will oversee all dance aspects of our musical production, including teaching and rehearsing the choreography for all major dance numbers. The choreographer’s job is to understand how dance serves a show’s story, setting, drama, and emotional context, and to bring out those critical elements in high quality and consistent performances.
Rehearsals for “Frozen Jr" are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 – 7:00pm, Sundays 4-5pm (hours may vary) starting January 5 through May 18, with additional days for tech (May 4-8, 11-13).
MORE ABOUT THE ROLE
- Oversees dance aspects of Frozen Jr
- Create and Teach Choreography
- Assists with individual dance success as needed
- Ensures dances fit with the show and are culturally appropriate
- Contract Position
Expectation is that the choreographer will attend all rehearsals and performances
CANDIDATES SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Comfortable working with children ages 5 – 14
- Experience in musical theatre
- Strong dance skills and comfortable creating and teaching choreography
- Strong communication and organizational skills and is personally engaging and friendly
- Familiar with the script and songs prior to rehearsal start date
- Assist the Theatre Director to ensure that all dance numbers are successful
- Other duties as assigned
BENEFITS WE OFFER:
- Complimentary single membership to the Mayerson JCC Fitness Center
- Discounts to the onsite Café, Spa, and other programs and services
- Vibrant and collaborative work environment
Contracted at $1200 for the production