Touring Stage Manager: Pout Pout Fish
TWUSA
United States, New York, New York
Posted on: Dec. 21, 2025
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Description:
DESCRIPTION
Summary
TheaterWorksUSA (TWUSA) is seeking experienced NYC-based stage managers. Since 1961, we have been a trailblazer in the not-for-profit theater industry, presenting a repertoire of 141 literature- and history-based plays and musicals. TWUSA has played a leading role in the rise of theater for young audiences as an art form. To date, 100 million children, educators, and families have joined us to enjoy titles ranging from classics like CHARLOTTE'S WEB and FREEDOM TRAIN to contemporary favorites like DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL and THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL.
This is a touring production. All members of the production, including actors and stage managers, are responsible for driving themselves in company-provided cars and vans to theaters and schools. The entire company participates in daily load-in and load-out, and the production typically moves to a different city each day.
Compensation and Location
AEA TheaterWorksUSA Agreement, $755/week
Position based in NYC; local housing in the NYC area is required.
Operates under a weekly AEA contract, with housing provided according to AEA rules when traveling outside the NYC area.
Tour experience preferred but not required.
Touring Stage Managers
Operating under the Actors’ Equity TWUSA Contract, stage managers serve as the primary contact and liaison on the road, ensuring clear communication between the office and various venues. Stage managers oversee all technical elements, advancing, and logistics for productions, which may include 5 to 6 performers/ASMs.
Key Responsibilities
Perform traditional stage management duties as outlined in the AEA-TWUSA agreement
Schedule daily calls based on the provided itinerary
Contact venues to advance each scheduled performance
Report to the office daily
Ensure compliance with all Actors’ Equity TWUSA Contract rules and report any overtime
Operate sound, mix each performance, and call light cues
Submit and code credit card, debit card, and petty cash receipts via an online portal
Manage hotel check-ins, check-outs, and address any onsite hotel issues
Perform other duties as assigned
Ideal Candidate Attributes
Commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive community
Collaborative team member, empathetic listener, and solution-oriented problem solver
Strong emotional intelligence with open and honest communication, building positive working relationships
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with strong attention to detail
Passion for theater for young and family audiences
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; knowledge of QLab and Microsoft Teams is a plus
Commitment to Diversity
TheaterWorksUSA serves a diverse, nationwide audience and strives to build a staff, board, and programming that reflect the diversity of our audience. We strongly encourage candidates from historically underrepresented communities to apply.
TWUSA is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability (including gender dysphoria and related conditions), gender (including pregnancy), veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local laws.
Application Instructions
Please submit a resume and a statement detailing what excites you about this position and your approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion. DEI is integral to TWUSA’s mission, and we invite you to share how you will bring a commitment to DEI to your work.
No cover letters are necessary
Resumes should be submitted in PDF format
Statements may be submitted in written, audio, or video form
Submit with the subject line: “PPF Stage Manager” to [email protected]
Indicate whether you are interested in in-development or touring positions
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled
Application Deadline:
Feb. 28, 2026
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Technical/Show Support
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United States,
New York,
New York
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