Stage Manager

STAGE MANAGER

MISSION

 

American Legacy Theatre generates inviting, reimagined theatrical experiences for all people to have a voice in enriching society.

PROJECT

See Me, Hear Me: Cyberbullying is an original one-act play focused around family miscommunication, youth trauma stemming from isolation and mixed media bullying, and career pathways in behavioral health all to reduce stigma around youth mental health services. Developed with ALT, in consultation with Ohio’s Dept of Mental Health and Addiction Services, this piece was written by Executive Artistic Director & CEO, Matthew David Gellin.

See Me, Hear Me: Cyberbullying is to be performed in a state-wide non-union tour to Ohio high schools.  This will be a 6-person company – 4 actors, 1 stage manager, 1 company manager, 2 vans.

** Rehearsals and performances will be predominantly during the day time Monday through Friday. Weekends and evenings may be used for alternative performance times. Performances will be up to 5 days a week.**

TIMELINE

Resumes and Cover Letters: NOW. Submit by August 22, 2025  for first consideration. Applications are still accepted afterwards if not filled.

This contract lasts up to 9 weeks.

Rehearsals begin: No earlier than September 17, 2025 and no later than September 22, 2025; 9:00am

First Bookable Performance Date: October 1, 2025

Current Ending Contract Date: November 16, 2025

Up to 10 performances a week of this 45-minute piece.

Please send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to:colin.waters@americanlegacytheatre.org  with the subject line of “SMHM Company Manager – (Last Name)”.

 

EXPECTATIONS

The Stage Manager will structure, manage and execute the steps required to implement a high quality stage management process that serves the integrity of the play, bonds the other artists, aligns artistic scheduling, heightens audience engagement with the piece, and leads by example. Attendance at production meetings and keen understanding of direction and staging is a given.

Additional expectations: The Stage Manager must have a valid driver’s license and insurance as they will be responsible for driving one of the two vans. ALT does provide insurance for drivers but needs to ensure they are insurable. Additionally they will be the captain overseeing install and strike at each school location. During performance they will run the lights and sound. Stage Manager is also responsible for appropriate laundering of costumes and ensuring continued readiness of other production elements. While not the technical director, they will be the technical expert on the road. Schools have an option to do a facilitated talk-back after each performance for up to 45 minutes that Stage Manager will participate in.

ALT staff will be available to assist with critical components along the way.

COMPENSATION

Compensation is $800/week for the duration of the contract (dates specified above). This contract lasts up to 9 weeks. There will be another leg of the tour in Spring 2026 that actors may be offered depending on ability to meet expectations and availability.

Candidates from outside of Cincinnati will be considered and accommodations provided. Stage Manager will be provided one round-trip ticket between their city of residence and Cincinnati. Stage Manager should presume overnight accommodations will be shared with others.

Successful background check will be required for this position.

For inquiries, referrals, and consideration contact Matthew David Gellin, Executive Artistic Director, at info@americanlegacytheatre.org.

TRAVEL

On the road, the two vehicles will be driven by the Stage Manager and Company Manager who will coordinate the logistics of when travel times between locations will take place.

Sleeping locations are set and determined by American Legacy Theatre, and carried out by the Company Manager. Specific room arrangements are determined by the touring company.

SUBMISSIONS

Resumes and Cover Letters: NOW. Submit by August 22, 2025  for first consideration. Applications are still accepted afterwards if not filled.

Rehearsals begin: No earlier than September 17, 2025 and no later than September 22, 2025; 9:00am

First Bookable Performance Date: October 1, 2025

Current Ending Contract Date: November 12, 2025

Up to 10 performances a week of this 45-minute piece.

Please send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to:colin.waters@americanlegacytheatre.org  with the subject line of “SMHM Company Manager – (Last Name)”.