Overview
In accordance with article 6.2.2 (Notification of Courses) of the Contract Faculty Collective Agreement, applications are invited for the following courses, to be offered during the following session:
Fall 2025
MTH 153 History of Musical Theatre (online or in-person) – Tuesday/Thursday 13:00 to 14:29
This course will cover the field of popular musical theatre from its origins in 19th- century comic opera and operetta; and then Broadway musicals of Kern, Rogers and Hart/Hammerstein, Lerner and Loewe; the more sophisticated works of Bernstein. The new “Golden Age” with sophisticated Sondheim; the blockbuster shows of Andrew Lloyd Weber, Shonberg/Boublil and Disney; “Poperettas”; Juke-box Musicals; and subjects as diverse as Wicked, Book of Mormon and Hamilton will also be covered.
The course will be allotted in accordance with the Contract Faculty Collective Agreement, including the applicable rules for seniority.
Contract faculty members who have seniority points may simply submit a letter of interest via e-mail. Other candidates should submit full applications by e-mail (covering letter, curriculum vitae, and any other materials required to demonstrate that they have the necessary expertise to teach the course) to rosmun@ubishops.ca by 4:00 PM August 25, 2025.
Remuneration is $9560.92, with travel and marking expenses provided where appropriate. Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Bishop’s University implements an equal access employment program under the Act respecting equal access to employment in public bodies and welcomes applicants who are committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and who will assist us expand our capacity for diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous peoples, visible and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQ2+. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
We will provide support in the recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation in order to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact humanresources@ubishops.ca.

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Bishop’s University is located in the beautiful Eastern Townships just southeast of Montréal, on the unceded traditional lands of the Abenaki people. Meeting and working in this privileged location is a constant reminder of the need for continued conversations about the importance of decolonization and reconciliation, not just as abstract concepts, but as difficult ongoing processes to be worked on.

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