Musician Mac-Haydn Theatre Music Supervisor Mac-Haydn Theatre Chatham, NY

Mac-Haydn Theatre (Chatham, NY) is seeking a qualified and experienced Music Supervisor for the upcoming 2026 summer season. In hopes of engaging with musicians in the Hudson Valley and Albany area, local artists are encouraged to apply. MHT is a wonderful place for those looking to build their resume, play a lot of music, gain experience, and build relationships with other musicians.

Coordinate all musical elements of the 6 Mainstage Productions and Showstoppers, including but not limited to:
Rehearse and prepare the productions to performance readiness. Lead Band and Cast Rehearsals. Provide Keyboard programming with the assistance of AMD (Experience with Mainstage Keyboard Programming required). Maintain the quality of performances throughout the show run. Hire of all musicians pre-season. Determine instrumentation for each pit and create reductions as necessary. Assist the artistic director in casting decisions and audition week.

Provide leadership and mentorship to musical staff.

Provide general leadership and advocacy for the Mac-Haydn Theatre, acting as a representative of the company when required.

Leadership skills and ability to work with a team

Experienced music director and piano-conductor

Experience working with vocalists and leading cast rehearsals

Experience playing choreography and blocking rehearsals

Experience leading a band, working with musicians, and creating reductions

Experience with programming and performing using Main Stage

Reports To:

Artistic Director

Compensation In Season: $800.00/wk plus $100 Travel Stipend. Single Room Housing

Contract Dates:
In Season Contract Period May 29–September 6, 2026.

Pre Season:
March 1, 2026–May 27, 2026

Audition Week:
March 18–19, 2026

Please submit a resume and a sample of your playing to music . Please include the job title in the subject of your email. Select applicants will be chosen for an interview. Applications will be accepted up until February 28, 2026.

The Mac-Haydn is an equal opportunity employer and strives to create a working environment that is safe, welcoming, inclusive, and equitable. We do not discriminate against any identity/expression, physical type/ability, sexual orientation, race, religion, or national origin.

The Addams Family

9 to 5

The Secret Garden

Newsies

Beautiful

Hairspray

Showstoppers (cabaret)

May 28, 2026
-Sep 7, 2026