Company Stage Manager - Lanny

Company Stage Manager - Lanny

Bristol Old Vic Theatre Closing date: Mon, 18 May 2026

Role: Technical & Production
Contract: Temporary
South West
  • Full time
  • Under £10K

Fri, 08 May 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Company Stage Manager for Lanny, a new play directed by our Artistic Director Nancy Medina. Dates: Wednesday 9th September to Tuesday 10th November 2026 (including prep and returns).

Job Description

Location: Bristol

Contract: Full time, fixed term, Equity Subsidised Theatre Agreement (MRSL 1).

Salary: Equity Subsidised Theatre Agreement (MRSL 1) CSM weekly rate, plus subsistence and travel where applicable.

Job Requirements

Essential:
- Minimum 3 years' experience in the role of Company Stage Manager at a similar professional scale.
- Demonstrable experience of working with new writing.

Job Responsibilities

Duties:
The duties and responsibilities of the Company Stage Manager will include those usually expected of a professional at a regional producing theatre, including but not limited to:

- To manage and lead the Stage Management team.
- Responsible for the day to day running and administration of rehearsals and performances.

- To lead on scheduling and calls across rehearsals, tech, previews and run.

- To support the acquisition of props and furniture for the production within the allocated budget.

- To facilitate and ensure communication between all departments.

- To work within the Equity Subsidised Agreement, managing and recording company hours within allotted budgets.

- To maintain the welfare of the company and show staff.

- To work in accordance with Health & Safety legislation and in-house policies.

- To carry out all other Company Stage Manager duties associated with a first-class production at this scale.

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Company Stage Manager - Lanny
  • Salary: Under £10K
  • Hours: Full time
  • Role: Technical & Production
  • Contract: Temporary
  • Closing date: Mon, 18 May 2026
  • Location:
    South West

How to Apply

To apply: If you meet the essential criteria, please send a CV and brief covering letter by Monday 18th May at 10.00am to [email protected].