Music On Stage is seeking Directors, Choreographers, and Music Directors for our 2025-2026 Season - Music On Stage

Music On Stage is seeking Directors, Choreographers, and Music Directors for our 2025-2026 Season. In order to achieve the highest quality productions possible, we are looking for creative, talented and experienced production staff who are interested in creating theatrical magic on our stage. The stipend for Directors is $1,000 per show. Music Directors that teach vocals and conduct the orchestra will receive a stipend of $1,000 per show. The stipend for Choreographers will be $500-$1,000 depending on the show.



The Season

ELF – THE MUSICAL

November 15-30, 2025

ARTHUR AND FRIENDS MAKE A MUSICAL February 14-22, 2026

***Music Director will receive $500 for teaching vocals only***

LIONEL BART’S OLIVER! May 9-24, 2026

Shows are performed at The Cutting Hall Performing Arts Center in Palatine, IL.



The Process:

Potential Directors, Choreographers, and Music Directors will need to submit a production proposal and their resume to the MOS Board for consideration no later than April 14, 2025. The proposal should include a vision for the show, estimated number of rehearsals for their focus area, and any budget needs. The Board will review the proposals and interview candidates.



Potential candidates can apply for a single show or multiple shows. If applying for multiple shows, a separate production proposal should be submitted for each show, and candidates will be considered for each show independently.



The Board of Directors will notify all candidates of acceptance or decline. Final decisions typically take four to six weeks after the deadline closes.



Submissions will be accepted:

Via email at: production@musiconstage.org

By mail at: Music On Stage, PO Box 2526, Palatine, IL 60078



ELF – THE MUSICAL and LIONAL BART’S OLIVER!

are presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com

ARTHUR AND FRIENDS MAKE A MUSICAL

is presented by permission of Miracle or 2 Productions, Inc.,

163 Amsterdam Ave, Suite 1320, New York, NY 10023 (212) 757-6466, miracleor2.com


Salary: $500-$1000 per show