Deputy Stage Manager
The Point, Eastleigh Closing date: Thu, 30 Apr 2026
- Part time
- Under £10K
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
Role Overview: Will call and control the staging of the show supported by the team
Salary: £3750 for a 5 week engagement period, travel/accommodation in addition where agreed
Production Meetings during September - November (dates tbc)
Rehearsals: 18th Oct, 15th, 22rd, 23rd Nov, 24th - 29th Nov, 1st
- 6th & 8th - 11th Dec
Performances: 12th - 28th December (no shows 14th, 18th, 25th, 26th December)
Full details in job responsibilities section below
Job Requirements
Typical expectations for this role include:
Strong organisation and attention to detail, Excellent communication skills, Ability to stay calm under pressure, Good understanding of technical theatre, Teamwork and collaboration, and Reliability across rehearsals and performance schedule
Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
During rehearsals: Take detailed rehearsal notes (blocking, cues, entrances/exits, costume changes), Record everything in the prompt book, Support the director, cast, and creative team, Assist in preparing/making some props, Help organise rehearsals and ensure efficient use of time, Keep rehearsals space clean and organised, Lead on the running of the tech rehearsal
During performances: Call every performance (lighting, sound, stage cues), Monitor consistency and note any issues in a show report, Ensure the show runs exactly as rehearsed, Assist with pre-show checks and setup, Support backstage running of the show, Help with set checks and preparation, Operate software like QLAB, Assist technical team during the run
Communication & coordination: Share key info with full team, Work closely with the Technical Manager, especially on health & safety, Keep shared google drive up to date for cast and creatives with resources and rehearsal footage
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Deputy Stage Manager
- Salary: Under £10K
- Hours: Part time
- Artform: Theatre
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Thu, 30 Apr 2026
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Location:
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Job: Deputy Stage Manager
Job: Deputy Stage Manager
Organisation: The Point, Eastleigh
Postcode: SO50 9DE
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a short covering email to [email protected]
Deadline: Thursday 30th April 12pm
- Contact name: Dan Johnson
- Contact email: [email protected]
About The Point, Eastleigh
The Point Eastleigh is a regional powerhouse providing an abundance of year-round activity spilling out beyond walls for 25+ years & strengthened in 2010 with the opening of sister venue, The Berry Theatre in Hedge End.
Nationally significant as an NPO & part of the Health & Wellbeing directorate of Eastleigh Borough Council, its committed person-centred approach celebrates communities, supports creatives and connects over 100,000 people each year to invigorating creative experiences that span