Adjunct Faculty, Musical Theatre and Acting

Position Summary

The Department of Theatre and Dance at Nazareth University invites applications for Adjunct Faculty positions in Musical Theatre and Acting for the 2026‑2027 academic year. We seek dynamic and collaborative artist‑educators with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Voice for the Actor (specializing in Fitzmaurice Voicework or Patsy Rodenburg technique)
• Movement for the Actor (specializing in Alexander, Feldenkrais, Laban)
• Dialects and Accents (specializing in IPA, Knight‑Thompson)
• Musical Theatre Voice (must be trained in and teach CCM styles)

• Play Analysis
• Directing for the Stage
• Acting (Foundations through Advanced levels)
• Improvisation

• Teach one or more undergraduate courses in area(s) of expertise.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support the BFA Musical Theatre, BFA Acting and BA Theatre Arts programs.
• Maintain an active professional practice and/or pedagogical development in the field.

• BA, BFA in Theatre Arts, Musical Theatre, or Acting.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the collegiate level and/or significant professional experience in theatre performance or pedagogy.
• Commitment to inclusive and equitable teaching practices that support a diverse student population.

• Master of Fine Arts (MFA) preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered.

Join Nazareth University, a leading institution in Rochester, NY, with a vibrant community of approximately 1,900 undergraduate and 500 graduate students. We seek dedicated teacher‑scholars who are committed to excellence in teaching, fostering student success, engaging with the community, and championing equity and inclusion. Located just minutes from downtown Rochester, our campus provides a dynamic environment for professional growth, innovation, and collaboration.

At Nazareth, we are committed to equity and inclusion, ensuring equal access to employment opportunities without discrimination. We advocate for an inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Our Anti‑Discrimination Policy upholds fair treatment based solely on qualifications and merit.

Join us in celebrating diversity, where every individual, regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status, is valued and respected.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled. Please email Jillian Sugar, jsugar5, with any questions.