Assistant Director

DESCRIPTION: The duties of the AD are quite flexible and will vary from production to production and director to director. Communication and negotiation are important in clarifying the AD assignment. The AD position is one of trust and confidentiality--the Director may share thoughts or concerns with the Assistant Director that should not be common knowledge. When asked, the AD may offer constructive suggestions to the Director regarding any elements of the production from design to performances. The AD should keep in mind that the Director should be the only person communicating notes and suggestions directly with the production team members, crew, and performers.  

REPORTS TO: Stage Director 

EXPECTATIONS: 

• Read and study the play and discuss the interpretation and production concept with the Director 

• Attend production conferences and meetings 

• Assist the Director as needed 

• Sit in on all rehearsals, taking notes and actively watching and listening  

• Communicate regularly with the Director regarding the progress of the production 

• Assist with line rehearsals, blocking, and/or dialect notes as needed 

• Facilitate the smooth running of the entire production process