Teaching Artist

Richmond Ballet, in its 25th year, seeks Teaching Artists for our Minds In Motion satellite programs in both Martinsville and Roanoke, Virginia. Minds in Motion is a year-long program that teaches fourth-grade students discipline, dedication and self-awareness by leading them through a series of choreographic movements which must be memorized and expanded upon in each class session. Not a ballet class, this program teaches students the benefits of applying themselves to a task involving both mental and physical challenges. Applicant should have prior teaching and professional performance experience and enjoy working with children.  Applicant will be trained in the Minds In Motion pedagogy. Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Email resume to bbonda@richmondballet.com EOE.

Production Coordinator: Immediate Opening

Richmond Ballet, in its 25th year, seeks an experienced Production Coordinator with skills in all aspects of theatre/ ballet production.  Responsibilities include:  Supervision of all phases of show preparation, load in, running and load out of both home seasons in Richmond and all touring venues; oversee maintenance of all props, scenery & equipment. Orchestrate and act as liaison for inbound and outbound rentals; supervision of crews ranging from IATSE stagehands to high school volunteers. Applicant should have prior tour experience and strong knowledge of rigging.   Contract can begin August 4, 2008 .  Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. email resume to RBMStewart@aol.com  EOE.

Richmond Ballet, the State Ballet of Virginia, seeks two management interns for its 2009-10 Season. Interns will assist Managing Director and administrative staff in the areas of arts administration, development and fundraising, marketing and public relations, patron services and special events. Interns receive a $150 weekly honorarium and housing. Send/Fax resume to: Keith Martin, Managing Director, Richmond Ballet, 407 East Canal Street, Richmond, VA, 23219, Fax 804-344-0901 or email kmartin@richmondballet.com. EOE.