Theatre Business & Events Manager

The Classic Center; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Cross-functional team environment

Job summary

The Classic Center Theatre in Athens, GA, is seeking a Theatre Business & Events Manager to lead planning and execution of all theatre events, while safeguarding budgets and guest satisfaction.

You will coordinate production, ticketing, security, and guest services, supervise event staff, and drive cross‑functional collaboration to deliver memorable performances, including nights and weekends as events require.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in event operations, venue management, or similar field.
• Strong financial and organizational skills.
• Experience planning and managing live events.
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or similar Office tools.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends as events require.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage assigned theatre events from start to finish
• Lead event execution, including serving as Event or House Manager
• Build and communicate Event Prep Schedules (EPS) across departments
• Oversee event financials, reporting, and settlements
• Track revenue and expenses and identify opportunities for improvement
• Coordinate with Production, Ticketing, Security, and Guest Services teams
• Supervise event staff and support a high-quality guest experience
• Maintain organized event files, contracts, and reporting systems

Skills

Event operations

Venue management

Financial management

Team leadership

MS Excel

Evening/weekend flexibility

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About The Classic Center Theatre

The Classic Center Theatre is where Athens experiences unforgettable live performances—from concerts and touring productions to community events. As part of The Classic Center campus, we are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences and seamless event execution.

About The Classic Center Theatre

The Classic Center Theatre is where Athens experiences unforgettable live performances—from concerts and touring productions to community events. As part of The Classic Center campus, we are committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences and seamless event execution.

Position Summary

The Theatre Business & Events Manager is responsible for planning and executing theatre events while managing the financial and operational components that support each performance. This position ensures excellence from initial planning through final settlement while leading event execution and supporting cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage assigned theatre events from start to finish
• Lead event execution, including serving as Event or House Manager
• Build and communicate Event Prep Schedules (EPS) across departments
• Oversee event financials, reporting, and settlements
• Track revenue and expenses and identify opportunities for improvement
• Coordinate with Production, Ticketing, Security, and Guest Services teams
• Supervise event staff and support a high-quality guest experience
• Maintain organized event files, contracts, and reporting systems

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in event operations, venue management, or similar field
• Strong financial and organizational skills
• Experience planning and managing live events
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel preferred)
• Willingness to work nights and weekends as events require

Why Join The Classic Center Theatre?

• Be part of a team delivering memorable live experiences
• Work in a collaborative, cross-functional environment
• Combine a passion for theatre with business and operational leadership
• Opportunity to grow professionally and make an impact

The candidate who is selected for this position will have to successfully pass a drug screening and a criminal background check.

The Classic Center's EOE Statement

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), and consistent with this policy, The Classic Center makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless such accommodations would cause the employer an undue hardship. The ADA defines a disabled person as an individual who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.

The Classic Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local law, including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information. The Classic Center is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free of inappropriate or unlawful conduct. In keeping with this commitment, The Classic Center will not tolerate harassment, discrimination, or the unlawful treatment of employees or applicants. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.