Musical Theatre Choreographers

Northern Virginia Performing Arts (NOVAPA) is seeking creative, organized, and student-centered Choreographers for youth musical-theatre productions at our Leesburg, Virginia location.

The Choreographer will develop and teach production-appropriate choreography that advances the story, supports the director’s artistic vision, and allows young performers at different experience levels to grow and succeed.

• Create original, age-appropriate choreography for assigned musical numbers.
• Collaborate with the Director, Musical Director, Production Manager, and other production-team members.
• Attend required production meetings and rehearsals.
• Teach choreography clearly and efficiently to children and teenagers.
• Modify choreography based on performer ability, safety, staging, costumes, scenery, and available rehearsal time.
• Provide appropriate movement opportunities for featured performers and ensembles.
• Prepare choreography before scheduled rehearsals.
• Review and clean musical numbers throughout the rehearsal process.
• Maintain accurate notes or recordings of completed choreography.
• Communicate student, attendance, safety, or scheduling concerns to the appropriate NOVAPA administrator.
• Attend technical rehearsals, dress rehearsals, and performances as required.
• Maintain professional boundaries and follow all NOVAPA child-safety and conduct policies.
• Refrain from making unauthorized promises concerning casting, featured roles, refunds, schedules, or policy exceptions.

• Experience teaching children and/or teenagers.
• Knowledge of musical-theatre styles and storytelling through movement.
• Ability to teach students with different skill and experience levels.
• Strong preparation, communication, and classroom-management skills.
• Dependability and ability to meet production deadlines.
• Degree or formal training in dance, musical theatre, education, or a related field is preferred but not required when supported by professional experience.
• Evening and weekend availability is required.

All selected candidates must complete NOVAPA’s background-screening process, child-safety training, and required onboarding before beginning work.

Productions:
Sweeney Todd, Hadestown, Frozen, Little Mermaid, Charlie & The Chocolate Factory, Mean Girls, How to Train Your Dragon, Trolls

• Three professional references-including last 2 supervisors
• Choreography reel, performance video, or portfolio
• General evening and weekend availability. Must have reliable transportation