Seasonal Opera Stage Manager (Feb 2027)

Boston Conservatory at Berklee; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

The Boston Conservatory at Berklee (BCB) seeks a skilled Temporary Stage Manager for an Opera production at Seully Hall. The assignment runs February 2–13, 2027, with potential December 2026 prep and rehearsal week.

Reporting to the Production Operations Manager, you will oversee rehearsals, run-of-show, prompt books, and coordination across departments, while mentoring students and ensuring accurate documentation. This on-site role requires evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• B.A. in Theater or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of professional stage management experience in theater, dance, or opera.
• Experience mentoring students in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Manage rehearsals, run-of-show, and post-production activities.
• Attend production meetings and share updates with relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain prompt books, schedules, cue sheets, and other production documentation.
• Coordinate rehearsal spaces, props, and technical resources.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Reading scores for musicians/operas

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor's degree in Theater

Job description

The Boston Conservatory at Berklee (BCB) seeks a skilled Temporary Stage Manager for an Opera production at Seully Hall. The assignment runs February 2–13, 2027, with potential December 2026 prep and rehearsal week.

Reporting to the Production Operations Manager, you will oversee rehearsals, run-of-show, prompt books, and coordination across departments, while mentoring students and ensuring accurate documentation. This on-site role requires evenings and weekends.