Resident Director - The Lion King (North American Tour

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Disney Theatrical Group (DTG) is seeking a Resident Director for the National Touring Company of The Lion King. The Resident Director is an integral part of maintaining the direction, artistic aspects and energy of the daily running of the touring production of The Lion King. This person will work closely with the management and backstage teams.

This role requires traveling with the production.

• Upholding director Julie Taymor’s direction for The Lion King.
• Work closely with the show’s International Associate Director, sharing regular updates, collaborating on cast changes and regular clean up visits and rehearsals.
• Maintain overall artistic quality of the production by working closely with the Resident Dance Supervisor, Music Director and Stage Management team.
• Directing new cast members in the production and holding understudy rehearsals.
• Observing the production on a regular basis.
• Giving notes to the entire cast and rehearsing principals and understudies on an ongoing basis.
• Attending production meetings and technical rehearsals, as needed.
• Providing advice and consultation to the Producer and General Manager regarding the Touring production as a member of the show’s leadership team.
• Overseeing or assisting with directorial-related issues in connection with special events relating to the Production, such as live press events of television appearances.
• Keep a traditional theatre schedule including nights and weekends.

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