Resident Director (Hadestown)

Summary

We are looking for a Resident Director (Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre)

More Details

Hadestown, the acclaimed Broadway musical phenomenon by singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and director Rachel Chavkin made its long-awaited West End premiere in February 2024 at the Lyric Theatre. ‘An epic celebration of music, togetherness and hope’ (Forbes). Hadestown is the winner of 8 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the Grammy Award® for Best Musical Theatre Album.
Key show dates:
— Rehearsals will commence on 6 January 2025 in London
— Technical rehearsals will commence in the w/c 3 February 2025
— First performance on 11 February 2025
All dates are subject to change and confirmation.
Venue:  
Lyric Theatre
The successful candidate will have the following:
  • Professional experience in theatre directing, including working with understudies and leading understudy rehearsals
  • Professional experience of rehearsing new cast members into a West End production
  • Knowledge and experience of the working practices of a large-scale West End production
  • Proven ability to closely observe and note performers in rehearsal and performance environments
  • Experience creating and using understudy cover charts
If that sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!
To apply, please follow:
The closing date for receipt of an application is Monday 18th November 2024 at 12 noon.

Organisation

National Theatre

Location Type

Specific location

Salary Type

Weekly Paid

Weekly Rate

1,100 per week, inclusive of overtime and other incidental payments

Closing Date

18/11/2024

Contract Type

Fixed Term, Full Time

Job Type

Creative & Direction

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