Assistant Stage Manager (Book Cover)
Hadestown West End Production Limited Closing date: Thu, 16 Jul 2026
- Full time
- £50k+
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
The Assistant Stage Manager (Book Cover) will work collaboratively within the Stage Management department and alongside other technical teams, supporting the creative team and company, to facilitate and manage the realisation of Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre.
Together with the rest of the company, the Assistant Stage Manager (Book Cover) will uphold a commitment to diversity and inclusion and will endeavour to create and maintain a working atmosphere, in rehearsal sessions and during performance, where all feel supported and empowered to deliver their best work.
Initially a full-time fixted term contract, starting Tuesday 15 September 2026 through Sunday 26 September 2027.
Job Requirements
Experience of working in a similar role on a medium or large-scale West End production or equivalent.
Experience of covering 'the book' on a medium or large-scale West End production or equivalent.
Awareness of current Health & Safety legislation.
Proactive and energetic, able to work with commitment and dedication to find solutions.
Flexible and self-motivated approach with the ability to work well as part of a team and form excellent.
working relationships. To be able to work calmly under pressure and clearly demonstrate an empathy with the pressures of the backstage performance environment.
Able to demonstrate administrative efficiency, excellent focus and organisational skills, in particular being numerate and computer literate.
A calm and practical approach to technical troubleshooting
An excellent communicator and listener. Fair, caring, firm, resilient, and with the ability to manage creative individuals and large teams. Personable. Able to demonstrate warmth and discretion.
Job Responsibilities
To assist with the running of rehearsals and performances with a particular responsibility for book covering.
To learn and cover all Stage Management tracks, including learning and keeping up-to-date with 'the book', and covering 'the book' as required.
To be responsible for the running of the shows including the pre-show set-up and scene changes.
To liaise with the Stage Manager about the condition of props, highlighting when any attention from the Props Supervisor may be required, and coordinating this in tandem with the Stage Manager and General Manager.
To cover for the Deputy Stage Manager in the rehearsal room and during performances as necessary.
To be an active member of the team, working to support and assist staff in other departments where necessary and provide support and assistance as required.
Please see the linked job description for a full list of the role and responsiblities.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Assistant Stage Manager (Book Cover)
- Salary: £50k+
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Theatre
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Thu, 16 Jul 2026
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Location:
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Job: Assistant Stage Manager (Book Cover)
Job: Assistant Stage Manager (Book Cover)
Organisation: Hadestown West End Production Limited
Postcode: W1D 7ES
How to Apply
Please send a CV and covering email to [email protected]
Please submit your application no later than 10am Thursday 16 July 2026.
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- Contact name: Alyssa Hatton
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About Hadestown West End Production Limited
Hadestown West End Production Limited is responsible for producing the acclaimed musical Hadestown in London's West End. Hadestown has been running at the Lyric Theatre on Shaftesbury Avenue since 2024.