Repetiteur

The Repetiteur at Opera Theatre of Saint Louis (OTSL) serves as a vital member of the artistic team. They work directly alongside professional Stage Directors, Conductors, and Repetiteurs by assisting with all musical aspects of the production throughout the rehearsal and performance process. This position will be responsible for the primary Repetiteur duties on one production, the secondary Repetiteur duties on another production, and the preparation of young artists featured in the Center Stage concert within the Festival Season.

This position is a seasonal, full-time position. Frequent night and weekend hours will be required.

• Coaching and accompanying diction, musical, and staging rehearsals of artists engaged by OTSL under the direction of the conducting staff, Principal Conductor, and Artistic Director.
• Coaching young artists in their production cover assignments and their audition repertoire. Accompanying auditions and related rehearsals as needed.
• Assisting with musical matters during dress rehearsals, performances, and at technical rehearsals; including acting as a substitute for operating titles during designated performances.
• Assisting with the preparation of and to accompany the artists appearing at other musical events as may be arranged by OTSL.
• Performing a keyboard instrument, if required, for stage rehearsals and performances of the operas assigned.
• Providing accompaniment for additional events throughout the Festival Season, including, but not limited to, the “Spotlight on Opera” program, where they will accompany Young Artist covers from their primary Repetiteur show assignment in select pieces.
• Preparing and presenting brief “Opera Previews” (pre-performance lectures) on the opera for which they are principal repetiteur as directed by the Principal Conductor and/or Director of Artistic Administration.

• 5-10 years classical music accompanist experience preferred
• 1-5 years vocal coaching in the operatic repertoire
• Strong knowledge of opera repertoire
• Transposition
• Conducting
• Orchestral reduction
• Deep knowledge of opera repertoire
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to perform under pressure and maintain professional demeanor
• Ability to work nights and weekends

Compensation Range: $1,000.00-$1,200.00 / week

This is a seasonal, full-time position.

Travel and housing: provided

Applicants are asked to submit a resume and cover letter in PDF format describing their interest in the position and outlining their relevant experience and qualifications.

Final date to receive applications: Friday, November 21, 2025.

At Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are committed to being an equal employment/engagement opportunity workplace, and will not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristics, protected veteran status, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process.

Opera Theatre of Saint Louis (OTSL) is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization known for innovative productions featuring outstanding young artists. The company offers a festival opera season each spring which attracts ticket buyers from zip codes throughout the metropolitan area, as well as visitors from nearly 50 states and multiple countries. As of 2025, OTSL has presented 45 world premieres, which may be the highest percentage of new work in the repertory of any American company.

In addition to the spring Festival Season, OTSL operates year‑round education and community programs serving nearly 17,000 local children and adults.

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