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Assistant Stage Manager (book cover) - Christmas Carol Goes WrongexpiredKenny Wax Productions
United Kingdom, UK-wide |
Description:Job SummaryKenny Wax Ltd is one of the leading Production Companies operating in the West End and on Tour. A brand new Goes Wrong from Mischief will tour the UK from November and cause chaos in London this Christmas. We are a company that offers a work culture that nurtures and encourages personal and professi Job Description Salary: £850 per performance week plus touring allowance & travel Benefits: Access to wellbeing support, First Aid Training if needed, access to physiotherapy and access to company rate tickets Contract: Fixed Term 23 weeks Show schedule: performances are 6 days per week either Monday - Saturday or Tuesday - Sunday depending on each venue's schedule. Holiday: equivalent of 28 days per year Dates: September 2025 - February 2026 Location: Various UK Touring venues & the West End Job Description: To work with the Stage Manager, Company Stage Manager and Deputy Stage Manager to learn and perform stage plots; To learn and keep up-to-date with 'the book' and call the show as a book cover when required; To supervise show crew and/or deps including the in-house technical team and perform a pivotal role in the smooth running of the show from venue to venue; To maintain show cue sheets and paperwork in collaboration with the Deputy Stage Manager; To recognise where maintenance work needs to be carried out or replacements are required and bring this to the attention of the Stage Manager; To take part in maintenance calls and attend understudy rehearsals as required; To maintain and source props, carrying out repairs in emergencies as required; To assist the Stage Management team with rehearsal requirements including: script copies, stage mark-up, rehearsal and prop requests; Any other reasonable duty that would normally fall within the remit of an Assistant Stage Manager based on industry norms and practice. Job Requirements Personal Attributes: We are looking for applicants with previous book cover experience in a similar role on tour or the West End. The role requires someone who has a strong ability to work as part of a team and in high pressure situations. Last minute cast changes are normal on this production, so applicants must be able to adapt quickly. Person Specification: Strong communication skills, both verbal and written with excellent attention to detail; A proactive and flexible attitude; Previous experience of UK Touring; Previous experience of working as part a team; The ability to work well with actors and creative team; The ability to work under pressure and effectively prioritise; Awareness of current health & safety legislation; How to Apply Please send a CV to [email protected] with CCGW ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER in the subject line. Deadline is 5pm Friday 20th June. We plan to hold interviews as applications come in Contact name: Isobel O'Flanagan Contact email: [email protected]
Application Deadline:
June 20, 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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