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Job Description
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EXPIRES:
June 4, 2026 8:00 PM Stage Manager / Company Manager Recent Cutbacks' HOLD
ON TO YOUR BUTTS
Staff & Crew Nonunion Play Location:
New York, NY Apply Be one of the first to apply! Save Job Key leadership position responsible for the smooth operation of the tour. Ideal candidates are highly organized, excellent communicators, and experienced in managing a touring company.
Stage Management:
Call rehearsals/performances. Maintain documentation. Preserve integrity of the production. Run tech and load-ins. Communicate daily notes, schedules, and reports. Ensure safety and professionalism.
Company Management:
Primary point of contact on the road. Coordinate schedules and lodging details. Liaise with presenters/staff, hotels, transportation, and management. Maintain company records.
Qualifications:
Prior stage management, preferably in touring and/or live performance. Experience in company management preferred. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving. Ability to travel and work variable hours. Valid driver's license preferred. Role may involve standing for extended periods, navigating venue environments, lifting light materials, and responding quickly to needs.
Rate:
$900 / week
Total Pay:
$11,700 (est. 13 weeks of work)
Required Roles:
Stage Manager Pre-Screen Requests:
1 Question(s) About the project Seeking talent from New York, NY Roles paying up to $11,700 COMPANY DETAILS Recent Cutbacks Kristin Parker, Director/Producer Member since Mar 1, 2023 1 Job posted Background Checked
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
We are casting for a lead role and hiring a Stage Manager / Operator to joi... view more Other roles in this project This project includes 1 additional role . View full listing for more details. View Full Listing Details Dates & Locations
REHEARSALS
Early rehearsals July 7-17 in NYC (part-time). OFF late-July / August. Addt rehearsals TBD September 9-13 in
NYC. CONFIRMED TOUR DATES
(addt dates TBC): 2026: Sept 14-Oct 11, Oct 29-Nov 1 (USA) 2027: Jan 20-Feb 20, Apr 1-10 (CAN/USA) Tour is a combination of longer sit-down runs and weekends / one-offs. Travel and lodging provided. Compensation & Contract TRACK 2:
Lead Rate:
$800 / week
Total Pay:
$10,400 (est. 13 weeks of work) Stage Manager /
Company Manager:
Staff & Crew Rate:
$900 / week
Total Pay:
$11,700 (est. 13 weeks of work)
Additional:
Per Diem:
$75/day Compensation is engagement-based. Week-long tour engagements are paid at:
Actors:
$800 per week SM /
CM:
$900 per week Limited weekend engagements and single-performance bookings are paid at:
Actor:
$150 per performance SM /
CM:
$175 per performance
Lodging/Travel:
Provided Key Details Auditions:
New York, NY By Appointment Jun 10, 2026 Seeking talent from New York, NY Roles paying up to $11,700 Become a Backstage member or log in to view additional details, including key audition and/or submission instructions. Join Now Ready to Apply? Select Role TRACK 2 Stage Manager / Company Manager Apply