THE PROGRAM OFFERS:
Please note that the 2023 program will be a hybrid,
with online sessions in June, 2023
and in-person sessions in Berlin, Germany between July 7-23, 2023.
ASSISTANT STAGE DIRECTOR:
  • Work closely with Stage Director in all aspects of Wagner's Die Walküre
  • Work with Stage Director to prepare the book for the production
  • Work with and rehearse cover cast to ensure preparation is sufficient for jump-ins if needed
  • Assist Stage Director in preparing proposed staging rehearsal schedule
  • Assist Stage Director during staging rehearsals
  • Give staging feedback during staging rehearsals, under the guidance of Stage Director
  • Manage props
  • Assist Stage Director and Lighting Designer with lighting design
  • Provide backstage assistance during performance
  • Assistant Stage Director will receive Professional Video & Audio Recording of all performances as well we professional Photos of all performances & some rehearsals
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ASSISTANT CONDUCTOR:
  • Work closely with Conductor in all aspects of Wagner's Die Walküre
  • Work with conductor to prepare the score for Wagner's Die Walküre - cuts, orchestration, bowing
  • Coach and rehearse cover cast to ensure preparation is sufficient for jump-ins if needed
  • Conduct cover cast performance (1 performance with piano)
  • Play for piano musical rehearsals when needed
  • Assist in preparing the orchestra under the guidance of the conductor
  • Communicate with the orchestra section leaders and prepare section rehearsal schedule
  • Assist conductor and artistic team in preparing overall orchestral schedule
  • Conduct a set amount of orchestral rehearsals (agreed upon in advance)
  • Manage orchestral parts
  • Take notes for the conductor during rehearsals and performances
  • Assistant Conductor will receive Professional Video & Audio Recording of all performances as well we professional Photos of all performances & some rehearsals
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PLEASE NOTE THAT THE ASSISTANT POSITIONS ARE NOT PAID.
THEY ARE SUITED FOR APPLICANTS IN THE BEGINNING OF THEIR CAREERS
​(OR FOR APPLICANTS CHANGING CAREER PATHS) AND LOOKING TO GAIN PRACTICAL
​PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE.
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
Please send the following per email:
  • Cover Letter detailing how you found out about the program and how it will benefit your career
  • Curriculum Vitae/Resume
  • Photo
ASSISTANT CONDUCTOR ONLY:
  • Links to video samples of applicant's conducting
  • ​Link to applicant's playing and singing an excerpt from Wagner's Die Walküre that demonstrates applicant's level of German and keyboard skills.
ASSISTANT STAGE DIRECTOR ONLY:
  • Letter of recommendation from a stage director the applicant has previously worked with. Letter needs to be emailed directly to dramaticvoicesprogram@gmail.com.
Interviews will be by appointment.
Applications will be evaluated as they are received and will be accepted until the position is filled.
​Early application is advised.
THERE IS NO FEE TO APPLY | THE PROGRAM HAS NO AGE LIMIT
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ALL ACCEPTED ARTISTS WILL RECEIVE A PARTIAL SCHOLARSHIP
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THE HARRIET T. BARTLETT SCHOLARSHIP
APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR SINGERS & PIANISTS: MARCH 30, 2023
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Because the program has no age limit, young dramatic voices get to share the stage with seasoned professionals who are participating in the program because they want to sing a particular role or are changing Fachs. I established solid professional relationships with people who are in the industry, and working in the opera houses in Europe. And what I have received in lessons, coachings, masterclasses and performance opportunities, headshots, recordings has been one of the most cost effective investments I have done.' 
                                                     - Stephanie DePrez, Soprano [Woglinde, Das Rheingold 2019]

'Everything that was promised by the program came through beautifully. The daily coachings were impeccable, the voice teaching was fantastic. I feel like I have arrived at another level. I can add Wagner to my repertoire and I owe this to the Dramatic Voices Program Berlin.' 
                                                                       - Marc Molomot, Tenor [Mime, Das Rheingold 2019]

'My favorite part were the coachings and lessons, which were at a very high level - they were specific and always done from an encouraging point of view. I did a lot of artistic growth in an environment that is supportive and encourages risk-taking.' 
                                                         - Jennifer Carter, Soprano [Wellgunde, Das Rheingold 2019]
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