Assistant Stage Manager – Aspen Opera Theater & VocalARTS

The Assistant Stage Manager works under the supervision of the Production Manager and Production Stage Manager as part of the Aspen Opera Theater & Vocal

ARTS (AOTVA) production team. The AOTVA program is under the co-artistic direction of Renée Fleming and Patrick Summers. The upcoming season will present operas at the 2,050 seat Klein Music Tent, and Historic Wheeler Opera House throughout an encompassing 8-week summer season. This season’s mainstage productions will be Benjamin Britten’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Mozart’s The Magic Flute. The AOTVA Stage Management team consists of a PSM and two ASM’s.

• Assist the Production Stage Manager (PSM) with rehearsal room setup, tracking, and daily logistics.
• Record detailed blocking, prop, and technical notes during rehearsals and update paperwork accordingly.
• Oversee the safe and efficient movement of performers, props, scenic pieces, costumes, and crew backstage during performances.
• Coordinate with the AOTVA production team, designers, crew, and production departments to ensure effective communication and execution of the director’s vision.
• Assist with performance reports, rehearsal calls, and daily schedules assigned by the PSM.
• Independently stage manage weekly public masterclasses at the Wheeler Opera House

• Currently pursuing or graduated with a BA/BFA in Technical Theatre with an emphasis in stage management or equivalent professional experience.
• Candidate must be able to make quick decisions while maintaining a calm demeanor in high-pressure situations.
• Candidates with prior opera experience and the ability to read an opera score will be given preference.
• Candidates must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and materials or, of greater weights in tandem with additional crew member assistance and be comfortable and confident climbing stairs and ladders.

June 15, 2026-August 28, 2026

$18/hour plus housing provided by AMFS (valued at a minimum of $5.16/hour depending on location.) Overtime $27/hour

Benefits include AMFS season pass and paid sick time.

Please complete the online application process and attach your cover letter and one-page resume with references where prompted. PDF format only. No phone calls please.

Application review to begin in January. Applicants who submit materials before February 9, 2026 will be given priority in the review process. Interviews will be scheduled to begin after February 9, 2026. Application to remain open until position(s) filled.

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