Assistant Professor of Theatre Arts

The University of Wisconsin-Parkside invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Theatre Arts. This position will teach 24 credits annually (4/4 standard fall/spring teaching load) in the Theatre Arts program. The department seeks a colleague with expertise in Musical Theatre, Voice and Movement, and Performance-focused pedagogy. Opportunities to teach additional courses in the summer and winterim semesters may be available for additional compensation depending upon the needs of the Theatre Arts Department. This position is expected to establish and maintain active creative activity. In addition, the position will be expected to contribute service to UW-Parkside, the College of Arts and Humanities, the Theatre Arts Department, the profession, and the community. This individual will be involved in additional supervision and mentoring of students through production work and advising.

The Theatre Arts Department at UW-Parkside is proud to be a nationally and regionally recognized program. It features a robust company model style of training, supported by nine highly dedicated faculty and staff members who actively work in the professional industry. The department offers a major with five focused concentrations (Acting, Directing, Musical Theatre, Design and Technology, and Stage Management) alongside a generalist track. With beautiful, state-of-the-art facilities, rigorous training, and updated equipment and technology, the program supports four mainstage productions each season, one to two student-directed productions, staged readings, additional Musical Theatre programming, and a Dance Minor. This high level of engagement drives strong annual partnerships with professional companies regionally and nationally. Theatre students regularly participate in talent reviews and showcases, creating valuable opportunities for internships and industry employment during their studies and post-graduation.