'Moulin Rouge! The Musical' - Head of Stage

'Moulin Rouge! The Musical' - Head of Stage

Playful Productions Closing date: Tue, 30 Jun 2026

Role: Technical & Production
Contract: Contract
England
  • Full time
  • £50k+

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

Moulin Rouge! The Musical are seeking a Head of Stage to join the team from early September 2026.

Job Description

Job: Head of Stage
Responsible for: Stage Crew and casual stage staff
Responsible to: Production Manager, General Manager, Company Manager
Line Manager: Company Manager
Salary: Above SOLT/BECTU minimum Bectu - SOLT
Probationary Period: 12 weeks
Contract: Fixed term for one year and thereafter on a rolling basis; performances are 6 days per week, evening and weekend work will be required.
Start date: Early September 2026, exact date TBC.

Job Requirements

Preferred: Minimum 3 years' experience as Head of Stage on a large scale West End musical or equivalent.
Personal Attributes: High level of self-awareness, empathy, integrity and confidentiality, detail orientated, strong communication and organisational skills, ability to work as part of a team as well as individually, a flexible approach to working unsociable hours, a positive attitude and a sense of humour.

Job Responsibilities

Overall Purpose of the Role: As Head of the Stage Department, you will personally ensure the safe, efficient and effective day-to-day running of the department in performance and rehearsal at the Piccadilly Theatre, London, and manage a team of Stage Crew to the highest standards of effectiveness. You will help ensure the best possible scenic presentation and maintain technical standards with due regard to safety, quality, speed and economic efficiency.

A non-exhaustive list of responsibilities can be found in the job description on the Playful productions website.

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Job Overview

  • Job Title: 'Moulin Rouge! The Musical' - Head of Stage
  • Salary: £50k+
  • Hours: Full time
  • Role: Technical & Production
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Tue, 30 Jun 2026
  • Location: England

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV with a short covering letter to [email protected] with your name, show title and the role you are applying for in the subject line. Please send your application by no later than 5pm on Tuesday 30th June 2026.
Please note all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

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