Lecturer in Voice: Classical & Musical Theatre

About the role

Full-time, renewable, non-tenure-track Lecturer in Voice appointment effective August 2027, with a nominal teaching load of 4-4. The position focuses on teaching applied musical theatre and classical voice within the Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance at Christopher Newport University.

Responsibilities

• Teach applied musical theatre and classical voice lessons.
• Contribute to the department’s curriculum as appropriate and consistent with experience and specialization.
• Support departmental vocal productions, including cabaret, musical theatre, opera, oratorio, and voice recitals, in collaboration with faculty.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students throughout the creative process of departmental productions.

Requirements

• Terminal degree (Ph.D., DMA, etc.) in a relevant field (Theatre or Music) OR a master’s degree in a relevant field combined with significant professional experience in musical theatre and classical vocal performance.
• Treble voice preferred.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate teaching experience across a range of vocal techniques and styles is highly valued.
• Additional classroom teaching experience will also be considered.

Pay

Salary ranges from $60,000 to $75,000, commensurate with education and experience.