Untold Stories Theatre is seeking a Music Director from Calgary and the surrounding area with all backgrounds and experience levels to submit for Grease

Music Director*

  • Leads the musical side of the production by teaching, rehearsing, and polishing all of the show’s music with the cast.

  • Knowledge in reading music is required.

  • Knowledge in playing the piano an asset.

  • Must be aged 18+

See a breakdown of the role and its responsibilities
See a breakdown of the role and its responsibilities

Please read this entire page before submitting to ensure that you are able to commit to this show!

Those who have not worked with Untold Stories Theatre in the past may be asked to have an interview with the Artistic Directors once they have submitted. These interviews will be scheduled based on the availability of interviewees.

We are a company that is committed to providing opportunities for all of our team members, and we strongly encourage anyone and everyone to submit for our show, no matter race, ethnicity, colour, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age or genetic information. Should you require any accommodations or assistance with the submission process, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at info@untoldstoriestheatre.com.

Untold Stories Theatre operates on a volunteer basis and can not offer any monetary compensation.

Select team members may be asked to complete a police background check should this production involve person(s) under the age of 18. The cost of this check will be discussed upon offer for those team members for whom it will be required.

Submissions will remain open until April 30th, 2026.

Submit here!
Submit here!

*Several roles are required to begin preparation (including meetings) before rehearsals start as per Untold Stories Theatre’s practices. More information can be found at the bottom of this page in Other Meeting Details.

PRODUCTION DATES

Auditions          

May 16, 18, 22 & 23, 2026

  • Weeknights: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

  • Weekends: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

  • Callbacks: May 30, 2026

    • 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Only the Directors, Choreographer, Music Director, Producer and Stage Manager are required to attend auditions and callbacks. Assistant Stage Managers will be asked to help out as greeters alternating audition days.

Rehearsals          

August 9th - November 12th, 2026

  • Tuesdays & Thursdays: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

  • Sundays: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

A meet and greet may happen half an hour before the first rehearsal for important notes for the team from the Producer and Directors of the show.

We would like all production team members to attend the First Rehearsal/Read Through.

Production Meetings          

August 9th - November 8th, 2026

  • Every second Sunday before rehearsals: 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.

Production meetings are in person and are a requirement for all production team members. All conflicts for production meetings must be reflected on your application for the show.

Tech Days

November 15th - 19th, 2026

  • Sunday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

  • Monday - Thursday: 6 p.m. - 11 p.m.

All production team members are required for all Tech Days/Evenings.

Shows

November 20th - December 5th, 2026

  • Weekdays & Saturdays: 7 p.m.

  • Saturdays & Sundays: 2 p.m.

Only the Stage Management Team and Operators are required for show dates.

OTHER MEETING DETAILS

  • Same Page Meeting: May/June

    This is a mandatory IN PERSON meeting for the rehearsal team to discuss a breakdown of the show and the rehearsal process and make sure we are all on the same page with our expectations. The date and time will be determined based on availability of all involved.

    Required production team members:

    Directors

    Choreographer

    Music Director

    Producer

    Stage Manager

  • Initial Design & Concept Meetings: July, 2026

    This is a mandatory ONLINE meeting in which all departments will meet with the directors to discuss their plans for the design and execution of the show. A schedule will be designated and not all members will be required for both days/the full meetings.

    Required production team members:

    Producer

    Set Designer & Decorator

    Props Designer

    Costume Designer

    Hair & Makeup Designer

    Sound Designer

    Lighting Designer

  • Paper Tech: Date TBD

    This meeting is to finalize technical/SM cues. Sound cues will be determined as the rehearsal process goes on, and thus sound designers are not required for paper tech.

    Required production team members:

    Stage Manager

    Lighting Designer

    Directors