Professor - Dance Theatre (Open Rank)
- Location
- Abilene, TX
- Listed
- 2 days ago
Position Summary
The Department of Theatre at Abilene Christian University invites applications for a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor of Dance with a Musical Theatre emphasis. The position serves a competitive, audition-based BFA program of approximately 75-80 students.
Essential Duties
- Teach dance technique (ballet, jazz, musical theatre, tap and modern a plus.)
- Choreograph 1-2 dance concerts annually
- Choreograph fall Homecoming Musical and spring musical
- Mentor and advise students
- Participate in recruitment, auditions, and departmental service
- Collaborate with faculty on productions
Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated excellence in dance technique and choreography (concert and musical theatre)
- Ability to teach multiple styles
- MFA, PhD, EdD, or equivalent professional experience (e.g., Broadway, major companies)
Preferred Qualifications (Highly Valued)
- Musical theatre directing experience
- Proficiency in additional theatre/movement practices
- Significant professional credits in choreography or performance
- Experience mentoring students for professional industry pathways
- Collegiate teaching experience
Program Information
- Audition-based BFA program admitting 20-24 students annually.
- Seven tracks; Musical Theatre is the largest and Dance is a growing emphasis.
- Students participate in NYC Senior Industry Showcase and pursue careers in Broadway, film, and television.
Application Requirements
- Please include a Portfolio (video links) and Cover Letter in addition to the other required documents listed in the application.
- ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.
- ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets.
- Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.
- As a current employee, it will be determined if you need an additional background check upon your hire.
About Acu
ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and to be willing to support the Christian mission of ACU.
Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Dance (Musical Theatre Emphasis)
Start Date: January 2027
From Acu's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 8, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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