Mu Performing Arts begins search for new Artistic Director

Mu Performing Arts is looking for a successor to founder Rick Shiomi beginning in September 2013.

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Rick Shiomi

Today the Asian American theater and taiko drumming ensemble posted a job listing for a new Artistic Director, stating that it is "is looking for a strong visionary leader to bring the organization through the next phase."

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Required qualifications and skills for the position include:

• Passion for working with Asian American artists and helping them succeed

• Ability to build and nurture trusting working relationships with a diverse group of artists,

volunteers, funders, board of directors and peers in the arts community

You can learn about Rick Shiomi's career, and how he came to found Mu Performing Arts, here.