PDA Stage Manager

Company One Theatre is seeking a stage manager for the Professional Development for Actors 2024 cohort.

Auditions for the cohort will begin on April 2, 2024; classes are scheduled weekly on Tuesday starting April 30, 2024 and ending on June 18, 2024. Following the classes, the stage manager will be required to attend both the Showcase Dress Rehearsal on Monday June 24, 2024 and the showcase Performance on Tuesday June 25, 2024. Full PDA schedule with location and times will be sent upon hire.

DESCRIPTION:

• To schedule and manage auditions. 
• To work with the C1 Education team to collect and track student payments 
• To attend and manage all scheduled classes, rehearsals, and performances 
• To arrive at all scheduled classes and rehearsals at least 15 minutes before the scheduled class time referenced above in order to set up the room (or Zoom room). 
• To reset and lock up the classroom and rehearsal spaces as applicable. 
• To communicate class announcements with participants as necessary. 
• To keep classes, rehearsals, and coaching running on schedule. 
• To work with the Marketing Manager and C1 Education Team to execute program design for the  showcase. 
• To stage manage the class dress rehearsal and performance showcase. 
• To work to the best of their ability toward the final showcase being of professional caliber by the  final dress rehearsal. 
• To work with the C1 Education team to schedule masterclass workshops 
• To deal with issues relating to the students / instructors / masterclass workshop leaders in an  appropriate and responsible manner 
• To keep an organized google folder of class plans and assignments 
• To facilitate the taking of class photos 
•  To work with the C1 Education team to provide necessary information 
• To submit detailed record of absences / sub requests to Education Program Manager
• To ensure that they; at no time during classes, rehearsals, before performances, or during performances;  are consuming or under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs. It is understood that should this occur the employee may be dismissed from their position immediately and without advance  warning. If the employee has a legal prescription for a classified substance and intends to potentially be under the influence during any of the aforementioned events, they must disclose this  information to the Company HR Manager before signing this agreement. 
• To act as a liaison between actors, production team, and company staff to ensure clear, frequent communication between various parties throughout the production process

Qualifications:

Previous experience as a Stage Manager for professional theatre required. Theatre degrees are welcomed but not required. Applicants with professional ASM experience will be considered. Candidates from diverse backgrounds and/or traditionally under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

How To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to::

[email protected]

Include “PDA Stage Manager” in the subject line.

Not sure you meet all our qualifications? Research shows[i] that men apply for jobs when they meet about half of the criteria, but women and people who are systemically marginalized tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. If you believe that you should be considered for this role we encourage you to apply. Whether you’re new to the arts, returning to work after a gap in employment, or simply looking to transition into a new field, we will be glad to receive your materials. Please use a cover letter to tell us more about yourself and about your interest in the arts and this role.

[i] https://hbr.org/2014/08/why-women-dont-apply-for-jobs-unless-theyre-100-qualified

Apply by:

March 19, 2024

Salary:

The hired stage manager will receive a $1,470.00 stipend

MISSION:

Company One Theatre builds community at the intersection of art and social change.

VISION:

A Boston defined by justice, equity, and artistic innovation.

MANIFESTO:

Welcome to our community, where every audience member, artist, student, and supporter has the opportunity to fight for social justice. At C1…

• We strive to create intentional, authentic theatrical experiences that uniquely integrate content, style, space, and community.
• We amplify new stories and adventurous theatrical forms to define what’s next in the American theatre.
• We focus on growing our students’ authority, voice, and point of view, while developing artists into the next generation of change-makers.
• Our work is responsive to what’s happening in our city, nation, and world.
• We work towards justice by challenging inequity and oppressive systems.
• Innovation, forward thinking, and collaboration lead the way.
• We center our work on reciprocal relationships with community partners.
• Representation is an act of social justice.
• Our growth is motivated by questioning the status quo, internally and externally.
• We strive for artistic excellence as defined by our collective community.

 

Company One Theatre