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Sunday, January 16, 2022
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New York University – Visiting Assistant Professor, Performing Arts Administration Program – Full-Time


 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 The New York University Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development invites applications for a 3-year Visiting Assistant Professor position of the Performing Arts Administration Program to begin September 2022. The appointed faculty member will join the Department of Music and Performing Arts Professions. We are committed to substantially diversifying the composition of […] [READ MORE]
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Music & Artistic Director, KKBE, Charleston, SC 

ging individual to bring musical and visual artistry to our congregational worship and programming, and be an integral member of our worship planning team. [READ MORE]

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Director of HGOco – Houston Grand Opera 

The incoming Director will be an individual driven to actively engage within Houston’s many neighborhoods, diverse populations, and restorative civic and educational efforts. [READ MORE]

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Artistic Director – Seattle Children’s Theatre 

The Artistic Director will actively advance and advocate for SCT’s commitment and ongoing work to be a highly diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible organization. [READ MORE]

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Managing Director – Bucks County Playhouse 

The Managing Director role is a new one to the Playhouse and will shepherd the strategy for continuing growth of a company with a much heralded past and energized approach to an even more exciting future. [READ MORE]

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TimeLine Theatre Company – Executive Director 

Reporting to the board of directors, the Executive Director will be responsible for the administration and management of all business operations, finances, fundraising, marketing, and community engagement. [READ MORE]

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Tenure Track Faculty – Critical Theory, Dramatic Literature, and Practice in Theatre 

Teaching a 12-unit per semester course-load including Multicultural Theatre, theory and criticism; script analysis; General Education and required theatre major related courses. [READ MORE]

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Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts – Executive Director 

Executive Director will be responsible for the overall leadership and administration of The Bray, including artistic direction, strategic programming, business operations, financial management, fundraising, community engagement, and equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives. [READ MORE]

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Festival & Special Events Producer 

Envision bold, impactful festival and special event programs that actively engage the entire community. Research, view and evaluate possible programs and projects. Negotiate deal terms and contracts. [READ MORE]

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Concert & Events Booking Manager 

Plan and manage a dynamic variety of Blumenthal Performing Arts (BPA) events that may include concerts, attractions, speakers, and fine arts events. [READ MORE]

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Dean, University of Southern California Thornton School of Music 

The Dean provides executive oversight of all aspects of the school. [READ MORE]

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Engagement Manager, Moss Arts Center at Virginia Tech 

Are you passionate about arts education for youth? Join the Moss Arts Center at Virginia Tech's energetic, creative programming team in this new Engagement Manager position! [READ MORE]

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Grants Coordinator 

In 2021, the Foundation awarded more than $32M in general operating grants to over 560 grantees. [READ MORE]

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Program Director 

The Program Director plays a key role on the senior leadership team at the Fine Arts Work Center and is responsible for ensuring programmatic excellence. [READ MORE]

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Texas Christian University – Teresa Ann Carter King Dean of the College of Fine Arts 

Texas Christian University (TCU) invites nominations and applications for the position of Teresa Ann Carter King Dean of the College of Fine Arts. [READ MORE]

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Music Director, Greenville Symphony Orchestra 

The Music Director is responsible for the repertoire, programming, and artistic production. [READ MORE]

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PRESIDENT/CEO – DAVID A. STRAZ, JR. CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 

The President & Chief Executive Officer provides the overall institutional and creative vision. [READ MORE]

 

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