Dance & Movement Archives - Careers.Broadway

Careers.Broadway is intended to be a resource through which students and interested people of all ages find information and opportunities relating to careers in the Broadway industry. We have tried to include as much information as we could find, and we will update the site whenever more information comes to our attention. While many people are aware of the jobs that are visible when attending theatre (actors, musicians, ushers, etc.), there are many behind-the-scenes jobs that make shows happen as well. We hope you enjoy learning more about these exciting careers!

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Aerial Choreographer

An AERIAL CHOREOGRAPHER is in charge of creating, directing, and ensuring the safety of ACTORS who leave the ground during a performance.

C

Choreographer

A CHOREOGRAPHER designs and directs the performers’ dance and complex movement portion of the show.

D

Dance Arranger

A DANCE ARRANGER works with the ORCHESTRATOR and the CHOREOGRAPHER to help arrange the music for a production’s dance breaks, sequences, and numbers.

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Fight Director

A FIGHT DIRECTOR is someone who directs, stages, and choreographs the fight sequences of a production.

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Intimacy Coordinator

An INTIMACY COORDINATOR is a trained professional who advocates for what is best for a scene and what is best for the ACTORS in the case of an intimate scene (which can be anything from a kiss, a romantic grab, or simulated sex).

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Movement Coach

A MOVEMENT COACH works with performers, dancers and actors to enhance storytelling through physicality and dance.

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Teaching Artist

A TEACHING ARTIST is a professional artist who has a dual career in education.