The Mayerson JCC connects people so that they can live happier and fuller lives, creating a more vibrant Jewish community. The JCC helps to foster social connections between its members and guests alike, bringing people together through a wide variety of programs and events. With an expansive fitness center, highly regarded early childhood school and senior center, arts and cultural events offered throughout the year, and classes for every age, the JCC connects, enriches, and inspires over 27,000 visitors per month. The JCC welcomes and engages everyone, regardless of race, religion, or ability.

Working closely with other members of our show’s creative team, the Music Director will oversee all musical aspects of our musical production, including assisting with casting performers, teaching the score, and rehearsing singers. The Music Director’s job is to understand how songs and music serve a show’s story, setting, drama, and emotional context, and to bring out those critical elements in high quality and consistent performances.

The music director will also function as the assistant director for the duration of the production. Candidates should be familiar with blocking, note-taking, assistant teaching, helping manage student behavior, and assisting with stage management.

Rehearsals for “The Wizard of Oz, Youth Edition” are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 – 7:00pm and Sunday from 4 -5pm starting January 2026 through May 2026 with additional days for tech week. Show dates are May 13, 14, and 17 with tech rehearsals running from April 30 – May 11. There are no Friday or Saturday obligations.

• Attend all rehearsals
• Oversees the musical aspects of the current show
• Assists with individual vocal success as needed
• Leads music rehearsals as well as vocal warm ups for the cast
• Assist the director in all other rehearsals including note taking and assistant teaching
• Total compensation is $2,000 paid in five installments.

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