Project Opera: Summer Opera Camp 2008
Project Opera Summer Camp is a unique residential camp experience for talented students in grades 9-12. By audition, vocal students are placed into smaller ensembles where they learn and stage operatic scenes. Instrumentalists gain exposure to "pit" playing in an operatic setting.
The camp is ideal for young musicians interested in opera and theater. Students who are planning on majoring in music at college are also encouraged to audition.
Job Positing: Interns/camp counselors
Ideal candidate: Significant performing and teaching experience skills in operatic singing, movement and dance, and/or theater/acting. Graduate and upper class college students preferred. CPR training.
Minimum Requirement: Must be 18 year old, hold valid drivers license, high school diploma.
Length of position: June 18-29, 2008, plus some additional in-service training may be required.
Desired Skills: Position requires someone who is self-motivated and able to work well in a collaborative environment. They should have an extensive working knowledge of and experience in opera and theater practices and methodologies.
Job description:
Residential supervisory duties. Intern will live in dorms with students during the camp, provide evening and overnight supervision
Provide supervision on evening trips and recreation
Assist the Music, Stage and Movement Directors in rehearsals
Lead additional rehearsals and session as assigned by the Music Director
Other duties as assigned
Reports to Education Director
Stipend: $1100
The Minnesota Opera is an AA/EO employer.
Please send resume, two letters of recommendation and cover letter by May 1st to:
The Minnesota Opera
Jamie Andrews
620 N. 1st St.
Minneapolis, MN 55401