Shakespeare In the Parks Stage Manager
About The Position
The Arts and Cultural Heritage Division is seeking a Stage Manager to support the planning and execution of productions and performances. The position maintains rehearsal schedules and production records, facilitates communication among artistic and production teams, coordinates rehearsals, calls performance cues, and supports day-to-day production activities. The Stage Manager serves as a liaison among cast, crew, and leadership, helping address challenges, implement production protocols, and support the production process through strike and final documentation. The position works approximately 20–30 hours per week during rehearsals and the summer tour. Evening and weekend availability is required for rehearsals, performances, and tour activities. Additional intermittent hours may be needed for tour preparation and planning, and schedules are based on rehearsal, performance, and tour needs. Work involves outdoor environments in varying weather, physical tasks such as moving set pieces and props, and travel between rehearsal and performance locations. Employment is contingent upon a favorable background check; the position may also be subject to drug and alcohol testing.
Requirements
- Experience in stage management, theatre production, performing arts, or a related field.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to communicate effectively with performers, directors, production staff, and volunteers.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, rehearsals, performances, and touring schedules as required.
- Ability to lift and move production materials and work in indoor and outdoor performance environments.
- Knowledge of stage management practices, theatrical production processes, and performance operations.
- Skill in maintaining production records, schedules, reports, and organizational systems.
- Ability to lead backstage activities, coordinate multiple teams, and remain calm under pressure.
- Strong problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to adapt to changing production needs.
- Reliable transportation.
- Favorable background check required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience serving as a Stage Manager for theatrical productions or touring performances.
- Familiarity with cue calling, backstage operations, and production documentation.
- Experience working with community-based arts programs or community theatre.
Responsibilities
- Maintain rehearsal schedules, track attendance, record blocking, and distribute rehearsal updates to cast and production personnel.
- Coordinate with the Director, Arts Specialist, Production Manager, and production team to support rehearsal, technical, and performance needs.
- Manage production documentation, including scripts, contact lists, cue sheets, rehearsal reports, and other records.
- Call performance cues and oversee backstage operations, including prop presets, scene transitions, and performer readiness during touring performances.
- Communicate production needs, schedule changes, and concerns to appropriate team members in a timely and professional manner.
- Collaborate with the Arts Specialist and production leadership to resolve challenges, support decisions, and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
- Assist in addressing production issues and implement effective solutions in collaboration with leadership.
- Provide production reports and documentation following the conclusion of performances.
- Distribute reports, call sheets, schedule updates, and other production communications as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
