Playbill, Inc.
Academic/Instructor Paid Music Director for Middle School Theatre Programs KJK P
Playbill, Inc., New York, New York, us, 10261
Music Director for Middle School Theatre Programs
KJK Productions is seeking a music director for two middle school theatre programs presenting junior versions of musical at two schools in Chappaqua, NY. Rehearsals take place on weekday afternoons in‑school. Our mission is to enrich, entertain, and educate communities through exceptional but affordable theatrical arts and resources. To learn more about us, visit kjkproductions.org.
Production Schedules:
School #1: Shrek: the Musical, Jr.
In‑Person Casting: Wednesday, 12/10/25 @ 3:15pm‑6pm
Rehearsals: Weekday afternoons from Tuesday, 12/16/25 - Friday, 1/30/26 (no rehearsals weeks of 12/19/25 - 1/4/26)
Performances: Friday, 1/30/26 @ 7pm & Saturday, 1/31/26 @ 2pm
School #2: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Jr.
In‑Person Casting: TBD
Rehearsals: Weekday Afternoons from Monday, 2/2/26 - Friday, 3/6/26 (no rehearsal 2/13/26 - 2/22/26)
Performances: Friday, 3/6/26 @ 7pm & Saturday, 3/7/26 @ 12pm
The music director will only be called to rehearsal daily during the final two weeks of each program. For the first three weeks of School #1’s production, the music director be needed up to two days per week, and for the first two weeks of School #2's production, up to three days per week.
Responsibilities
Teach, coach, and review music with students grades 5-8
Accompany rehearsals and performances live on piano or run accompaniment tracks for rehearsals and shows
Potential to lead a small pit orchestra or band for dress rehearsals and performances
Qualifications
Experience working with children is required
Background in theatre education is preferred
Obtaining NYS Fingerprint Clearance is required
Position Details
Part‑time, independent contractor role
Paid per production
Transit via Metro-North railroad is reimbursed
Ideal for those looking to supplement their income
Flexible scheduling and a fun, creative work environment
To apply, please send your resume and three references related to theatre and/or education to schools@kjkproductions.org. Applicants who have applied within the past year for a music director position with us need not reapply.
DURATION SALARY $35.00 – $45.00 per hour
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Production Schedules:
School #1: Shrek: the Musical, Jr.
In‑Person Casting: Wednesday, 12/10/25 @ 3:15pm‑6pm
Rehearsals: Weekday afternoons from Tuesday, 12/16/25 - Friday, 1/30/26 (no rehearsals weeks of 12/19/25 - 1/4/26)
Performances: Friday, 1/30/26 @ 7pm & Saturday, 1/31/26 @ 2pm
School #2: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Jr.
In‑Person Casting: TBD
Rehearsals: Weekday Afternoons from Monday, 2/2/26 - Friday, 3/6/26 (no rehearsal 2/13/26 - 2/22/26)
Performances: Friday, 3/6/26 @ 7pm & Saturday, 3/7/26 @ 12pm
The music director will only be called to rehearsal daily during the final two weeks of each program. For the first three weeks of School #1’s production, the music director be needed up to two days per week, and for the first two weeks of School #2's production, up to three days per week.
Responsibilities
Teach, coach, and review music with students grades 5-8
Accompany rehearsals and performances live on piano or run accompaniment tracks for rehearsals and shows
Potential to lead a small pit orchestra or band for dress rehearsals and performances
Qualifications
Experience working with children is required
Background in theatre education is preferred
Obtaining NYS Fingerprint Clearance is required
Position Details
Part‑time, independent contractor role
Paid per production
Transit via Metro-North railroad is reimbursed
Ideal for those looking to supplement their income
Flexible scheduling and a fun, creative work environment
To apply, please send your resume and three references related to theatre and/or education to schools@kjkproductions.org. Applicants who have applied within the past year for a music director position with us need not reapply.
DURATION SALARY $35.00 – $45.00 per hour
APPLY BY EMAIL NOTE: Do not copy/paste the above email address as it is encoded with SPAM protection. Just click it to initiate an email from your preferred email client.
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