Lecturer - University Theatre - Binghamton, NY, United States - Binghamton University, State University of New York

Description

Faculty
Theatre
Full-time


About Binghamton University:

Binghamton University is a world-class institution that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation.

Our unique character - shaped by outstanding academics, facilities and community life - promotes extraordinary student success.
Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty and state-of-the-art facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000 students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first-generation college-goers to international students.

Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration and community service.

The Theatre Department at Binghamton University seeks a full-time Lecturer in Acting to teach foundational acting classes in the academic year.

In addition to teaching acting, the Department would be interested in expertise in one or more of the following areas:

African Diaspora & African American theatre, Asian & Asian American theatre, Latinx theatre, physical theater, stage combat, voice, and/or intimacy direction.

The preferred candidate's teaching approach will be informed by professional practice and influenced by traditional and emerging trends in actor training.

We expect this position to teach introductory acting classes and a course in their area of specialty, as well as to collaborate with faculty on student mentorship efforts.

The ideal candidate will be an artist-teacher, whose teaching and/or professional experience will contribute to diversity and equity.

The department is committed to providing opportunities to increase participation in classes and productions by students of color and other marginalized communities.

The candidate should have facility with culturally responsive acting approaches, and possess a fluid, adaptable pedagogy. University or professional studio teaching experience

MFA Preferred - Candidates with a BA/BS and substantial professional directing, acting and/or teaching experience considered

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Application Instructions:
Applicants should submit a letter of application, a Curriculum Vitae/resume, and a statement of teaching philosophy. Applicants should explain how their teaching will serve to create and sustain an inclusive learning environment.

Please also include the names and contact information for three references who are able to speak to the candidate's teaching technique and/or artistry.

Completed applications submitted by April 22, 2024 will receive full consideration.