Assistant Stage Manager (Book Cover)
ROYO
United Kingdom, UK-wide
Posted on: Oct. 24, 2025
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Description:
Job Summary
ROYO are looking for experienced Production staff for the 2026 Curve and London Coliseum Run of Kinky Boots the Musical.
Job Description
This joy-filled sensation, based on a true story and hit movie, features Tony and Grammy winning music and lyrics by pop icon Cyndi Lauper, a hilarious and life-affirming book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein and is directed by Nikolai Foster (Grease and The Wizard of Oz).
PRODUCTION DATES:
Rehearsal Dates: 9th February - 22nd February 2026 (Curve, Leicester - Monday to Saturday)
Get-In & Technical Rehearsals at Curve, Leicester: W/C 23rd February 2026
Performance Dates at Curve, Leicester: W/C 2nd March 2026
Get-In & Technical Rehearsals at London Coliseum: W/C 9th March 2026
Performance Dates at London Coliseum: 17th March - 11th July 2026
CREATIVE TEAM:
Book, Harvey Fierstein
Music and Lyrics, Cyndi Lauper
Director, Nikolai Foster
Choreography, Leah Hill
Set & Costume, Robert Jones
Lighting Designer, Ben Cracknell
Sound Designer, Adam Fisher
Job Requirements
Work closely with the Director, Creative Team, and Stage Management
Ensure the smooth running of rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and performances, including ongoing cover rehearsals.
Daily setup and performance pre-sets
Creation and execution of a backstage Stage Management track
Taking an active role in training new staff and deputies, as needed.
Accurate and detailed completion of production paperwork
Under the supervision of the Deputy Stage Manager, learn 'the book' and provide coverage as required.
You will assist the Stage Management department during the fit-up and load out.
Job Responsibilities
Clear, confident communication with the Stage Management team, technical departments, and performers.
Ability to stay calm under pressure, along with strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, live production environment
Experience of being 'on book' for large-scale musicals and the ability to score read is preferred.
Familiarity with and adherence to current Health & Safety guidelines relevant to the production is essential, which may include working at height, using appropriate safety equipment and clothing and attending training as deemed necessary.
Job Overview
Job Title: Assistant Stage Manager (Book Cover)
Salary: £40k-£50k
Hours: Full time
Role: Technical & Production
Contract: Contract
Closing date: Fri, 21 Nov 2025
Location: UK-wide
How to Apply
Please direct your application with a CV and a short cover letter to [email protected] using the reference KB-ASM.
Contact email: [email protected]
Application Deadline:
Nov. 21, 2025
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Technical/Show Support
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United Kingdom,
UK-wide
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