Theatre Stage Manager

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Diverse productions

Full-time role

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Theatre Stage Manager in East London to oversee rehearsals through performances. You will coordinate communication between the director, cast, crew, and production management, and cue and manage technical aspects to ensure artistic integrity.

The role requires calm under pressure, exceptional organization, and strong communication, with opportunities to work across diverse productions in the vibrant East London scene.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Stage Manager in a professional theatre setting.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with poise under pressure.
• Familiarity with lighting, sound, and set design terminology.

Responsibilities

• Manage rehearsals with scheduling, blocking notes, and cues.
• Serve as liaison between director, cast, crew, and management.
• Prepare and distribute schedules, cue sheets, and reports.
• Oversee execution of technical cues during performances.
• Coordinate communications across departments for smooth transitions.
• Oversee stage operations, props, costumes, and scenery.
• Foster a collaborative, positive production environment.

Skills

Stage management

Organizational skills

Communication

Under pressure

Tools

Theatrical tech knowledge

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a renowned theatre company in East London , is seeking an experienced and highly organized Theatre Stage Manager . This critical role ensures the smooth and efficient running of all theatrical productions, from rehearsals through to final performances. You will be the central point of communication for the cast, crew, director, and creative team, managing schedules, cueing performances, and maintaining artistic integrity. The ideal candidate is calm under pressure, possesses exceptional organizational and communication skills, and has a deep understanding of theatrical production processes within the vibrant East London cultural scene.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of rehearsals, including scheduling actors, blocking notes, and technical cues.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the director, cast, crew, and management.
• Prepare and distribute daily schedules, cue sheets, and production reports.
• Oversee the execution of technical cues (lighting, sound, set changes) during performances.
• Maintain communication with all departments to ensure smooth transitions and resolve any issues that arise.
• Manage stage operations, ensuring props, costumes, and set pieces are organized and readily available.
• Foster a positive and collaborative working environment for the entire production team.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Stage Manager in a professional theatre setting.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the capacity to communicate clearly under pressure.
• Familiarity with theatrical terminology, practices, and technical aspects (lighting, sound, set design).
• Ability to read and interpret stage directions, technical plots, and cue sheets.
• A passion for theatre and a commitment to delivering high-quality performances in East London .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential for performance-related bonuses.
• Full-time position with a respected theatre company in East London .
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and exciting theatrical productions.
• A collaborative and creative atmosphere within the performing arts community.