Stage Manager – Polar Express Train Ride (Seasonal)

American Heritage Companies; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Catered meals for 5-show days

Comp tickets for friends & family

End-of-season bonus

Job summary

Rail Events Productions in Oklahoma City seeks a Stage Manager for THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride seasonal production. You will collaborate with Production Stage Management to execute a multi-show season on a moving train, rehearsals, and tech calls for 50–60 performers.

Ideal candidates excel in fast-paced rehearsal periods, can manage on a moving train, lift heavy objects, and travel within the United States.

Qualifications

• Experience in theatre in non-traditional spaces.
• Able to excel in fast-paced rehearsals and tech periods.
• Work with a cast of 50+ actors.
• Must take instructions from train personnel.
• Adaptable to changing conditions on a moving train.
• Calm under pressure with a professional demeanor.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Self-motivated and detail oriented.
• Experience using Qlab and Google Suite.
• Able to lift heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Work with Production Staff during pre-production
• Manage rehearsals under the Director and Production Stage Manager
• Set up/tear down rehearsal space with team and run sound during rehearsal/tech
• Call the show and oversee cast/crew during run of the event
• Ensure execution aligns with national production vision
• Learn and reinforce safety policies
• Collaborate with event team to maintain positive environment for staff and passengers
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Non-traditional theatre

Fast-paced rehearsals

Communication

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Domestic travel

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Safety policies

Tools

Qlab

Google Suite

Job description

Rail Events Productions in Oklahoma City seeks a Stage Manager for THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride seasonal production. You will collaborate with Production Stage Management to execute a multi-show season on a moving train, rehearsals, and tech calls for 50–60 performers.

Ideal candidates excel in fast-paced rehearsal periods, can manage on a moving train, lift heavy objects, and travel within the United States.