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Assistant Choreographer, Les Miserables: School Edition
Music Director, Les Miserables: School Edition
Scenic Designer, 2026-2027 Season
Rehearsal Stage Manager, Frozen Jr. (non-equity)
Technical Overhire
Internships
Volunteer Opportunities
Assistant Choreographer, Les Miserables: School Edition
Watertown Children’s Theatre at the Mosesian Center for the Arts is seeking an assistant choreographer for our Fall 2026 musical, Les Miserables: School Edition! Assistant choreographer will work in collaboration with choreographer, stage director, fight choreographer and music director, as well as a full production staff. This is a 1099 contract position. Stipend is $500 per production (negotiable), depending on production scope and applicant experience.
This position requires:
- Prior experience and a passion for choreographing performers of various ages and skill levels
- Background in ballet, jazz, tap, or other applicable dance training and experience teaching dance to youth in studios, schools, theatre, or other educational settings
- Experience working with large cast sizes
- Collaboration with artists, teachers, staff and students
- Regular afternoon/evening availability and occasional weekend availability
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
How To Apply: To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Deidre Purcell, WCT Artistic Director, at production.wct@mosesianarts.org.
Apply by: August 01, 2026
Salary: $500
Music Director, Les Miserables: School Edition
Watertown Children’s Theatre at the Mosesian Center for the Arts is seeking an experienced music director for our Fall 2026 musical, Les Miserables: School Edition! Music directors will work in collaboration with stage director, production manager, and choreographer, and will be responsible for teaching and accompanying vocal rehearsals, hiring musicians, and playing/conducting tech rehearsals and performances. This is a 1099 contract position. Stipend range is $1850-2000 depending on scope of production and experience.
This position requires:
- Availability for production meetings, auditions, rehearsals, tech rehearsals, and performances as scheduled.
- Experience as a music director with students in grades 6-12
- BFA or equivalent experience
- Ability to implement successful methods of classroom management, in addition to upholding the WCT mission, which is "to foster self discovery, creativity, confidence, group responsibility, and pride in accomplishment, as well as the development of skills in an enjoyable, non-competitive environment.”
- Prior experience and a passion for implementing educational theatre and music programming and strengthening current programming for children and teens
- Willingness to collaborate with a director and other teaching artists
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Schedule is below - music director will only need to attend rehearsals they are scheduled for, not all dates. Orientation/Audition dates and tech rehearsals/performances are required:
Orientation:
Wednesday, September 2, 3:30 PM-7:00 PM*
Auditions/Callbacks:
Thursday, September 3, 3:30 PM-7:00 PM*
Wednesday, September 9, 3:30 PM-7:00 PM
Rehearsals (not all staff will be required at every rehearsal):
Wednesday/Friday 3:30 PM-7:00 PM, September 16-November 6
Saturdays, September 26, October 17, November 7, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Tech Rehearsals (attendance is required for all staff):
November 9-10, 3:30 PM-7:30 PM
November 11-12, 3:15 PM-7:45 PM
Performances (actor/staff call times roughly 90 min before curtain):
Friday, November 13, 7:00 PM
Saturday, November 14, 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Sunday, November 15, 2:00 PM
How To Apply: To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Deidre Purcell, WCT Artistic Director, at production.wct@mosesianarts.org.
Apply by: August 01, 2026
Salary: $1,900 / Total fee
Scenic Designer, 2026-2027 Season
Watertown Children’s Theatre, of the Mosesian Center for the Arts, is seeking a Scenic Designer for their 2026-27 Season.
Season Productions include:
The Enchanted Bookshop (Black Box Play) October 2026
Les Miserables: School Edition (Main Stage Musical) November 2026
A Wind in the Door and Antigone (Black Box Plays in Repertory) January 2027
Frozen Jr. (Main Stage Musical) March 2027
Bright Star: Teen Edition (Black Box Musical) May 2027
Title to be announced (Main Stage Musical) June 2027
Detailed schedules can be provided upon request. Ideally, one designer would take on the full season, but open to negotiations on partial season hire. This is a 1099 position, with per show stipends ranging from $500-1000 (negotiable) per production depending on complexity and size. Early career professionals are encouraged to apply. This position is fully remote, with no on site requirements.
All positions require:
- prior experience and a passion for design in an educational setting
- oversight and support of all scenic related tasks including collaboration with Technical Director and Scenic Painter
- attendance at all production meetings (online)
- ability to provide design concepts, ground plans, elevations, paint elevations, and other technical drawings in a timely fashion and meeting the needs of the production
- ability to create a design that fits budget constraints and can work largely (though not exclusively) with existing stock flats and platforms
- excellent communication and organizational skills
How To Apply: To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Deidre Purcell, WCT Artistic Director, at production.wct@mosesianarts.org.
Apply by: August 01, 2026
Salary: $1,000 - $5,000 / Total fee
Rehearsal Stage Manager, Frozen Jr. (non-equity)
Watertown Children’s Theatre at the Mosesian Center for the Arts (MCA) is seeking a non-Equity rehearsal stage manager for our winter musical production of Frozen Jr. (Grades 3-6)! Rehearsal stage managers will work in collaboration with the production manager and student ASM as well as a full production staff. Tech rehearsals and performances are not required for this position. This is a 1099 position stipended at $20/hr.
This position requires:
- Experience and a passion for working with youth
- Ability to supervise and coordinate large groups of participants
- Ability to collaborate with and work alongside student assistant stage managers and apprentices
- Prior experience and a passion for implementing educational theatre programming
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Availability for all rehearsals and production meetings (tech rehearsals and performances not required)
- Experience taking blocking notes, completing rehearsal reports, and keeping rehearsals on schedule
- Students, theatre educators, and early career stage managers are encouraged to apply
Orientation:
Friday, December 11, 3:30 PM-6:30 PM
Parent/Caregiver Orientation:
Friday, December 11, 6:00 PM-6:30 PM
Auditions/Callbacks:
Saturday, December 12, 2:00 PM-5:00 PM
Monday*, December 14, 3:30-6:30 PM
Rehearsals (not all participants will be required at every rehearsal):
January 6-March 7
Wednesday/Friday 3:30 PM-6:30 PM, Saturdays January 16, February 6, March 6, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
(No Rehearsals February 13-21)
Snow Dates (if needed):
Sundays, February 28, March 7, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
How To Apply: To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Deidre Purcell, WCT Artistic Director, at production.wct@mosesianarts.org.
Apply by: September 01, 2026
Salary: $20 / Per hour
Technical Overhire
Current Hiring Focus: Stagehands, Admin, Programmers, Designers & General Overhire
The Mosesian Center for the Arts is entering an exciting new chapter. Our organization is in a time of transition, with a team of artists and a new generation of leadership at the helm. We are committed to fostering a vibrant, inclusive community rooted in creativity, collaboration, and celebration of the diversity that exists within our community.
As we grow, we are seeking skilled, reliable, and community-minded individuals to join our Technical Overhire Pool. These roles are essential to supporting safe, smooth, and high-quality experiences for our artists, audiences, and community partners across a wide variety of live events.
Current Hiring Priorities
We are hiring and prioritizing applications for the following on a rolling basis:
- Stagehands / Deck Crew (Run Crew, Carpentry, Electrics support)
- Lighting Programmers & Console Operators (ETC)
- Designers (Lighting, Audio, and other live event production disciplines)
- General Technical Overhire (flexible/varied skillsets across departments)
Additional Hiring Area: Administrative & Production Support (Overhire)
We are seeking individuals interested in the administrative and coordination side of live events and arts operations. This work supports rental coordination, production workflows, and event logistics from an operational standpoint.
This role is ideal for those with a background or interest in:
- Arts administration
- Stage management or production support (non-lead roles)
- Event coordination or company management
Responsibilities may include:
- Supporting rental coordination processes (communications, scheduling, documentation)
- Assisting with production paperwork (run sheets, schedules, tracking documents)
- Coordinating logistics across departments (production, front of house, rentals)
- Providing onsite administrative support during events as needed
Ideal candidates:
- Have familiarity with theatrical or live event environments
- Are highly organized and detail-oriented
- Are comfortable managing information across multiple projects
- Are strong communicators and proactive problem-solvers
We are currently well-staffed in the following areas, but may reach out as needs arise:
- Audio Engineers (A1/A2)
- Technical Supervisors / Lead Technicians
About You
- You value safety, collaboration, and a well-run production environment.
- You thrive in a fast-paced, live event setting with shifting needs.
- You’re excited about supporting live performance, BIPOC & LGBTQ+ artistry, and community-centered work.
- You’re dependable, communicative, and comfortable working independently or as part of a team.
Qualifications
Stagehands / Deck Crew:
Prior backstage, theatrical carpentry, electrics, or run-crew experience preferred.
Lighting Programmers/Operators:
Experience with ETC consoles; ability to read plots and execute designer notes.
Designers:
Experience developing and executing production designs in theatrical or live event settings; ability to collaborate with production teams and adapt to venue resources.
Audio (A1/A2 & A/V Techs):
Experience with digital consoles (Behringer X32 preferred), wireless mic management, and basic A/V setups. Experience with QLab is preferred.
All tech positions:
- Ability to lift 25–50 lbs, climb ladders, and work safely around theatrical equipment
- Ability to work at heights (~40’) and operate lifts (Genie or similar)
- Industry experience strongly preferred, but emerging technicians with baseline skills are encouraged to apply
Hours & Pay
- Part-time, event-based positions (primarily evenings and weekends; occasional weekday load-ins)
- Flexible scheduling based on availability and production needs
- Hourly rates start at $22/hour; Lead/Supervisory roles paid at higher rates based on experience
- W9 independent contractor positions
How To Apply
Please send a note of interest and resume (if available) to:
River Hayes, Director of Production & Facilities
riverhayes@mosesianarts.org
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Internships
The internship program is an opportunity for students in grades 6-12 to grow as artists, educators, and leaders. Students will gain real-world experience in the arts and mentorship to best facilitate their growth. Interested students should complete an Internship Application Form. If you would like to send a resumé (optional) or you have any questions please email education@mosesianarts.org.
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Volunteer Opportunities
Our volunteer program connects community members to volunteer opportunities within the organization. Our volunteers contribute significantly to many areas of MCA including ushering for events, teaching assistance, event set-up and break-down, and other program and administrative support. It is a great way to give back to your community! To become a volunteer, please contact patronservices@mosesianarts.org.
