Stage Manager
Opera Holland Park
United States, London
Posted on: Feb. 28, 2026
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Description:
Job Summary
Opera Holland Park are looking for an experienced Stage Manager for a new production of Così fan tutte by Mozart.
Job Description
Part of our 2026 season Cosi fan tutte directed by Cecilia Stinton and designed by Neil Irish is one of two new productions in the first half of the season. Opera Holland Park are looking for an experienced Stage Manager to lead the team for both the main cast and Young Artists cast.
Contract dates are 16 April - 16 June (including prep time and get out)
Job Requirements
Experience as a Stage Manager, preferably Opera Stage Management
Music score reading ability
Effective team management
Ability to work under pressure
Awareness of Health & Safety and First Aid principles
Strong communication skills; used to working with a wide range of personalities
Ability to deal with sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy
Flexibility to work varied hours including evenings, weekends and bank holidays where necessary
Physically capable of working long hours and carrying and lifting items within the Health & Safety guidelines
Job Responsibilities
Ensure the smooth running of rehearsals and performances
Line manage deputy stage manager, assistant stage manager and work placements.
Read and interpret design plans to create an accurate mark out
Work within the relevant Health & Safety legislation to produce risk assessments and accident reports where required
Work with the production team to source props, armoury and furniture as required within the assigned budget
Attend and contribute to weekly production meetings
Assist in the communication of daily rehearsal schedule changes
Give a detailed Health & Safety briefing to the cast on the first day on stage
Compile and distribute running times and update as necessary
Ensure the smooth running of late-night lighting sessions, including walking lights.
Write and distribute detailed show reports
Ensure that all relevant paper work is undertaken and prompt books, files and plots are correctly written up.
Job Overview
Job Title: Opera Holland Park | Stage Manager | Cosi fan tutte
Salary: £30k-£40k
Hours: Full time
Role: Technical & Production
Contract: Contract
Closing date: Wed, 04 Mar 2026
Location: London
How to Apply
Please send a CV and cover letter detailing your availability and interest in the role.
Please do this by 5pm on Wednesday 4 March
Contact name: Ruth Mulholland
Contact email: [email protected]
Application Deadline:
Mar. 04, 2026
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Technical/Show Support
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United States,
London
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