Repetiteur
DESCRIPTION
Position Description
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.
Duties and Responsibilities
Repetiteur responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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.
Skills, Experience, Qualifications
5-10 years classical music accompanist experience preferred
1-5 years vocal coaching in the operatic repertoire
Strong keyboard skills
Strong knowledge of opera repertoire
Strong sight-reading skills
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
Compensation Range: $1,000.00-$1,200.00 / week
This is a seasonal, full-time position.
Travel and housing: provided
Engagement dates: Monday, April 27, 2026 – Sunday, June 28, 2026
To Apply:
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.
Application deadline: Friday, November 21, 2025
Desired Start Date: April 27, 2026
BENEFITS
Pay Range: $1,000 - $1,200 Weekly
Compensation
Compensation Range: $1,000.00-$1,200.00 / week
This is a seasonal, full-time position.
- Travel and housing: provided&nb
HOW TO APPLY
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.
Application Deadline: Friday, November 21, 2025.
Application Deadline: November 21, 2025
Application Email/Link: opera-stl.org/about-us/work-with-us/job-posting-2026-festival-season-repetiteur/