Performing Arts & Live Entertainment Jobs from the StageLync Job Board: Ballet, Contemporary Dance & Technical Theatre Opportunities
Every week, StageLync selects four performing arts jobs and auditions you can explore and apply for free. From onstage performers to backstage professionals, these opportunities represent just a small selection of what’s available across the industry.
This week’s selection includes ballet and contemporary dance opportunities in Norway and Sweden, a Head of Audio position in San Francisco, and a Technical Director role at a regional theatre in Minnesota.
Here are this week’s four featured opportunities.
Young Ballet Company Dancers | Oslo, Norway
By National Ballet Company (Norway)
Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
Apply via: https://stagelync.com/pro/jobs-and-auditions/p-oslo-young-ballet-company-202728-classical-dancers-aged-1823-invited-to-apply
A national ballet’s junior company in Oslo is seeking dancers aged 18–23 with strong classical ballet training and a solid understanding of movement for its 2027/2028 season. The repertoire includes classical productions and works by contemporary choreographers.
Auditions are by invitation only, with selected applicants contacted closer to the audition date.
Head of Audio | San Francisco, California
By San Francisco Ballet
Application Deadline: Nov 30, 2o26
Apply via: https://stagelync.com/pro/jobs-and-auditions/p-head-of-audio77
A major ballet company is seeking an experienced Head of Audio to lead its Audio Department and oversee sound operations across productions, rehearsals, performance venues, and touring engagements. Responsibilities include hiring and supervising audio personnel, managing equipment maintenance and installations, coordinating production schedules and payroll, working with visiting sound designers and composers, and ensuring safe and efficient technical operations.
Candidates should have 10+ years of theatrical, dance, or opera production experience, preferably in a major performing arts organization, along with at least five years of touring experience. A bachelor’s degree in technical theatre, sound design, acoustic theory, or a related field is required. IATSE membership is required or candidates must be willing to join.
Contemporary Dance Artists | Gothenburg, Sweden
By International Contemporary Dance Ensemble
Application Deadline: Dec 25, 2026
Apply via: https://stagelync.com/pro/jobs-and-auditions/p-contemporary-dance-artists-for-20272028-season
An internationally recognized contemporary dance ensemble is seeking highly accomplished dance artists to join its 36-member company for the 2027/2028 season. The repertoire features works by leading international choreographers, with regular performances and tours worldwide.
Applicants should have at least three years of professional dance experience, strong improvisation skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a supportive ensemble environment.
Technical Director | Waite Park, Minnesota
By Regional Theatre, Waite Park
Application Deadline: Nov 25, 2026
Apply via: https://stagelync.com/pro/jobs-and-auditions/p-minnesota-regional-theatre-technical-director-lead-scenery-lighting-sound-and-rigging-for-shows-and-camps
A regional theatre is seeking a full-time Technical Director to oversee technical production operations for its shows, camps, and outreach programs. Responsibilities include translating scenic designs into construction plans, coordinating lighting and sound support, planning load-ins, rigging, technical rehearsals and strikes, managing production budgets, and maintaining the scene shop, tools, and equipment.
The Technical Director will supervise the Assistant Technical Director, carpenters, scenic painters, and props designer. Candidates with the experience may also have the opportunity to design two to three productions per season.
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