Off-Center Rehearsal Director/Universal Swing

The application window for this position has an anticipated end date of 04/18/2025.

DCPA Off-Center’s next immersive production will take place in our dedicated building at Broadway Park, located at 407 S. Broadway, Denver, CO 80209. This temporary position will be from July 8 through December 14, 2025.

Company Overview

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) is one of the largest non-profit theatre organizations in the nation, presenting Broadway tours and producing theatre, cabaret, musicals, and innovative, immersive experiences. Through these experiences and alongside our robust Education program, we engage hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.

The DCPA’s workforce includes more than 300 employed team members in non-union and union positions (in partnership with seven unions). In addition, we employ hundreds of artists and contractors annually. We have a strong volunteer program which includes more than 300 volunteers.

Our Mission: “We engage and inspire through the transformative power of live theatre.”

Culture Statement

For more than 40 years, creativity and community have been the foundation of the Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ success. As a leading cultural organization in the Rocky Mountain West, we are actively participating in a cultural evolution of belonging and anti-racism. Our commitment to reflect the diversity and priorities of our community — in our workplace, audience and programming — has never been more present.

We believe that the theater can transform us — and be transformed by us. We invite you to be part of our Team.

About Off-Center

What began in 2010 as a small theatrical test kitchen has grown into a signature line of programming at the DCPA, credited with bringing immersive theatre to Colorado and helping establish Denver as a national hub for immersive art. No two Off-Center experiences are exactly alike but they all have one thing in common: putting the audience at the center of the story.

Job Purpose

The Rehearsal Director (RD) is responsible for helping maintain the original artistic vision and integrity of the show throughout the long run. The RD works together with the production’s directing team to implement the artistic vision for the production and support the directing team and the performers throughout the rehearsal process. During the run of the show, the RD regularly audits performances and gives notes to performers to maintain the integrity and quality of the production, supports and covers performers as a universal swing as needed, and provides leadership and support for the performers in collaboration with the stage management team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the directing team to learn the artistic vision, blocking, and direction for the production, assist in adapting it to the space, and teach it to the performers
• Support the directing team and performers as needed throughout the rehearsal process
• Be present on site at half hour every performance day to check in with the cast, share notes and troubleshoot as needed
• Regularly (2-6 times per week) audit performances and give notes to performers to maintain the quality of performance and integrity of each role as well as each performer in the show
• Represent the artistic needs of the show in regular check-ins with the stage management team throughout the run
• Keep track of and share artistic notes with the company, stage management and the Off-Center team/directing team
• Problem solve performer issues that arise, as needed
• Plan and lead brush-up rehearsals, as needed
• In the event that additional casting is necessary during the run, assist with the casting and put-in process

Universal Swing Responsibilities:

• Learn all of the parts of the show as Universal Swing and be ready to step into any role at any time throughout the run (in addition to the two dedicated show understudies)
• If assigned to understudy, you shall perform only in those performances designated by DCPA.

Qualifications

• Directing or dance captain experience preferred
• Immersive performance experience preferred
• Perform and coach pedestrian physical tasks, heightened/more figurative movement, and athletic partnered choreography
• Ability to lead a comprehensive warm-up
• Ability to interact and communicate professionally, courteously and effectively, including giving clear, concise, and kind instructions to individuals and groups
• Basic computer skills – email, Microsoft Office
• Professionalism, poise under pressure, and a positive attitude towards the organization and co-workers
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and as part of a team

Supervisor Responsibilities

No direct reports or direct supervisor responsibilities

Physical Requirements

Must be able to climb, dance, and move between spaces. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and utilize a computer.

Work Conditions

The show will run out of DCPA Off-Center at Broadway Park, located at 407 S. Broadway, Denver, CO 80209. Dance scenes will occur on a sprung wooden floor and work conditions meet AEA performance standards.

Compensation

$1,087/week for 23 weeks from July 8 – December 14, 2025

The DCPA does not require applicants to disclose age, date of birth or dates of attendance and/or graduation from an educational institution in their application for employment. Applicants may redact these and other applicable dates from their resume, transcript, and any other material that they submit as part of their application for employment.

In order to provide high quality, culturally competent care to our patrons, students, guests and team members, it is of highest importance that our hiring practices reflect our values by offering an environment that celebrates diversity and embraces inclusion. All of our team members – regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, language, abilities/disabilities, socioeconomic status, geographic region, or other defining characteristics – should feel welcome and valued.