Stage Manager - THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride Perris, CA

American Heritage Companies; Perris (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 71,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comp tickets for friends and family

Catered meals for 5-show days

End of season bonus

Job summary

Rail Events Productions is seeking a Stage Manager for THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride in Perris, CA. You will coordinate rehearsals and run shows for a 50-60 performer cast aboard a moving train, ensuring safe, timely execution of each event.

The role requires experience in theatre, ability to manage fast-paced tech periods, and a calm demeanor under pressure. Willingness to travel within the United States and lift heavy objects is expected.

Qualifications

• Theatre experience in non-traditional spaces.
• Capable of fast-paced rehearsals and tech period.
• Experience with a 50+ cast including minors.
• Able to follow train personnel instructions.
• Flexible to changing conditions on and off train.
• Maintain composure under stress and long hours on a moving train.
• Clear, well-spoken communication.
• Self-motivated with attention to detail.
• Experience with Qlab and Google Suite.
• Must be 18+ and able to travel nationwide.
• Must be physically able to lift heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Work with Production Staff during pre-production
• Manage rehearsals under the Director and Production Stage Manager
• Setup/teardown rehearsal space, record blocking, reset props, and run sound during rehearsal and tech
• Call the show and oversee the cast and crew during the run of the event
• Steward the execution of all performances within the vision of the national production staff
• Become familiar with and reinforce company and railroad safety policies
• Work with the entire event team to maintain a positive, enjoyable, and rewarding environment for all staff and passengers
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Theatre experience

Ability to work under pressure

Team coordination

Adaptability

Physical stamina

Tools

Qlab

Google Suite

Job description

Job Details
Job Location: Perris, CA 92570
Position Type: Seasonal
Salary Range: $1,350.00 - $1,350.00 Salary
Job Shift: Any
Job Title: Stage Manager THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride
Division/Department: Rail Events Productions/Run Crew
Reports To: Production Manager & Production Stage Manager
Type of position: Exempt/Salary
Employee Classification: Seasonal
Location: Perris, CA
Compensation: $1,350 / weekly

Job Summary

Stage Managers work with Production Stage Management and to execute the operating season of THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride event. Stage Managers facilitate rehearsals and technical rehearsals for a cast of 50-60 performers. During daily operations, Stage Managers work with cast, crew, and railroad representatives to run multi-show days to ensure timely execution of each event.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with Production Staff during pre-production
• Manage rehearsals under the Director and Production Stage Manager
• Work in a team of two to setup/teardown rehearsal space, record blocking, reset props, and run sound during rehearsal and tech.
• Call the show and oversee the cast and crew during the run of the event
• Steward the execution of all performances within the vision of the national production staff
• Become familiar with and reinforce company and railroad safety policies
• Work with the entire event team to maintain a positive, enjoyable, and rewarding environment for all staff and passengers
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education, Skill & Work Experience Requirements

• Prior experience with theatre in non-traditional spaces
• Able to excel in a fast-paced rehearsal process and tech period
• Work with a cast of 50+ actors, including minors
• Must be able to take instructions from train personnel
• Must be adaptable to changing conditions both on and off the train (train delays, actors/crew out sick, inclement weather)
• Perform well under stressful situations with a cool and calm demeanor, as well as spending multiple hours on a moving train in a small space
• Possess a well-spoken manner in personal communications
• Self-motivation and attention to details
• Experience using Qlab, Google Suite
• Be physically capable of lifting heavy objects
• Must be willing to travel within the United States
• Must be 18 or over

Work Environment

• Majority of time spent in an event setting
• Varied schedules requiring evenings, weekends, overtime, and holidays
• Able to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Varying temperatures and weather conditions; both indoor and outdoor
• Able to stand and walk on uneven or unsteady surfaces aboard a moving train
• Time spent in and around an active railroad yard

What’s in it for you?

• Serve others and create a world of make-believe and magic
• Competitive pay and a chance to build upon your theater network and make lifelong connections
• Enrich and positively impact the experience for all – big and small
• Be part of an inclusive team in a supportive environment with high expectations for self and your fellow teammates
• Catered meals for 5-show days
• Comp tickets for your friends and family
• Potential for end of season bonus

Working on THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is unlike anything you will ever do. This immersive experience is entirely unique to Rail Events Productions. The challenge of producing a full-length production on a moving train is one of the most rewarding experiences as an artist or technician. With a total cast, crew and front-of-house employees of 60-75 people onsite every day and the possibility of over 2,000 guests, our days can be chaotic. With such a fast-paced environment, the team at Rail Events Productions takes care to properly support and teach everyone the best ways to accomplish their jobs. We strive to build a space where employees are safe and encouraged to grow throughout their time with the company.

Rail Events Productions, an American Heritage Railways subsidiary, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.