Falkirk Youth Theatre are seeking a Assistant Choreographer to work on 13 The Musical and Honk! Jr with their Youth Theatre groups from August 2025 to March 2026.

During this time, you will assist the resident Choreographer with the choreography for the production of 13 The Musical being staged in Grangemouth Town Hall in November 2025 and the choreography for Honk! Jr being staged in the same venue March 2026.

This is a freelance position for someone with proven experience and passion for working in Youth Theatre and the ability to choreograph to a high standard whilst developing the skills and confidence of young people.

The post holder will be responsible for

• Working closely with the resident Choreographer and keeping open lines of communication
• Leading warmups to ensure safety of participants
• Preparing choreography in advance when instructed by the Resident Choreographer
• Working with smaller groups of young people on dance sections
• Attendance at all rehearsals and performances
• Creating a positive working environment of mutual respect for all parties

Rehearsals are on Sundays 10am -4pm in Grangemouth Town Hall commencing 17 August 2025 – 15 March 2026.

Performance Dates:
13 The Musical – 21/22 November 2025
Honk! Jr – 20/21 March 2026

Person specification
• Proven experience in dance and choreography for large scale theatre productions
• ability to work individually and as part of a team
• ability to prioritise and work to strict deadlines
• a genuine interest and passion for the role of Youth Theatre
• Full clean driving license preferred

Payment will be £20 per hour based on five hours per week. Fee for show weeks £600

Applications
To be considered for this position, please send:
• An up-to-date CV
• A letter of interest summarising your experience and interest in the position
• Details of two referees

For further information, please contact hazel.beattie@falkirk.gov.uk (Hazel Beattie), call 07930 125246 or visit https://www.falkirkleisureandculture.org/.