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Description

The heart of Boston Ballet is the human experience. Through our living and breathing art, we forge human connections-between artist and attendee, teacher and trainee, friend and newcomer, one's outer and inner self. We believe that the community of employees that makes dance possible is better together when talented individuals with varied life experiences, identities, races, cultures and ideas are welcomed, encouraged, and heard.

 This position is a Full-Time Seasonal (40 weeks per year) Exempt role beginning on August 3, 2026, that will work closely with the Artistic Director, Artistic Department, and dancers to fulfill Boston Ballet's mission to bring the best possible artistic product to performances and stages. The work relies on applying extensive, varied knowledge of ballet and teaching techniques for classes and rehearsals. The Rehearsal Director reports to the Artistic Director and is responsible for the training and development of all Artists. The role interfaces with all Rehearsal Directors, the Artistic Assistant Director, the Company Manager, the Production Manager, the Music Director, Stage Managers, Visiting Artists, Dancers and Pianists, as well as other departments within the organization. 

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Teach company class, pointe class, and Boston Ballet II class
• Rehearse, set, and stage ballets or sections of ballets as directed by the Artistic Director.
• Assist guest stagers and choreographers in the staging of ballets, taking notes as or if necessary.
• Work with the Artistic Department in planning the overall season schedules.
• Assist/advise with role assignments and casting where applicable.
• Attend performances and critique dancer performances.
• Support the learning, development, and progress of the dancers.
• Understand and follow the Basic Agreement between Boston Ballet and American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA)
• Solve emergency problems at the theater, resolve scheduling issues, and find replacements in cases of dancer injury.
• Actively participate in the annual artist evaluation process.
• Attend Production meetings when appropriate.
• Teach occasional classes in Boston Ballet School as needed.
• Attend company tours as needed.
• Act as Ambassador for Boston Ballet
• Participate in media interviews and extracurricular activities and special events as needed.
• Adhere and support Boston Ballet's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Other job-related assignments as needed.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a professional dancer with a major classical ballet company.
• Previous Rehearsal Director experience in an academic, classical ballet company, coaching female principal dancers in major classical ballets.
• Previous coaching experience on a wide range of versatile repertoire.
• Previous experience teaching professional, classically-trained dancers.
• Extensive knowledge of pointe work.
• Extensive knowledge of classical, neo classical, contemporary ballet repertoire.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and team building skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative manner and function as part of a team.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Open-mindedness, and the ability to learn.
• Dedication and commitment to the advancement of dancers and dance.

BENEFITS

• BCBS HMO health insurance plan with zero deductible
• BCBS dental insurance with employer providing 100% annual premium for individual coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) - health and dependent care
• Employer-paid life and disability plans
• Immediate access to 403(b) retirement savings plan featuring both pre-tax and Roth options
• Ability to purchase MBTA passes on a pre-tax, payroll deduction basis up to IRS monthly limit
• Paid time off - holidays, personal, and sick days
• Complimentary tickets to select Boston Ballet performances (based on availability)

Salary Pay Range: $85,000 to $105,000 per year. This range is a reasonable, good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position at this time, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs, and other considerations permitted by law.?At Boston Ballet, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.