Technical Stage Manager - Mountain Theatre | Showstoppers! (Ju

Immediately Seeking Stage Manager
- Mountain Theatre Company | Showstoppers! (July 19th
- September 1st)

Mountain Theatre Company
, North Carolina’s oldest professional theatre organization, is seeking to hire a Stage Manager for Showstoppers!. This position will join the experienced, award-winning team behind Western North Carolina's premier professional theatre company.

Mountain Theatre Company, currently in their 88th season, is the largest arts organization for over 50 miles, and attracts visitors to Highlands, North Carolina from all over the world.

Mountain Theatre Company is committed to diversity and operates with a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Mountain Theatre Company encourages artists of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as artists with disabilities, to apply.

Executive Artistic Director:
Scott Daniel
Company Manager:
Emanuel Carrero

Production: SHOWSTOPPERS!
Venue:
Highlands Performing Arts Center
Contract Dates:
July 19th , 2026 - September 1st, 2026
Role:
Stage Manager
Weekly Rate: $625/wk - $700/wk
Housing and Travel:
Provided/Single Occupancy

Showstoppers!
Rehearsal Dates:
July 19th - August 11th
Production Dates:
August 12th - August 31st

Seeking qualified candidates who have experience as a Stage Manager in Pre-Production, Tech and operating a commercial production.

• Work in tandem with the Artistic Director, and Director with all stage management tasks and paperwork.
• Perform a safety check at the end of load-in, prior to rehearsals beginning and inform the Director of any safety concerns to be addressed.
• Check deck and backstage areas daily for any safety concerns before dancers take the stage.
• Sweep the deck as needed during rehearsal week and performances.
• Assist with moving scenery/props on the deck as necessary during rehearsals when crew may be limited.
• Run the deck and supervise costume run crew during performances.
• Spike scenery and props on the deck as needed.
• Assist with load out, including removing spikes, glow tape, etc., following the final performance.
• Assist with the creation of backstage run sheets for costume run crew.
• Collaborate with the Artistic Director as necessary.
• Enact/manage emergency protocol in the event of an emergency.
• Other duties as assigned by the Artistic Director.

• The ability to sew (hand/machine) is a plus, but not required.
• The ability to build and/or paint props with detail and artistry is a plus, but not required.
• Unmatched organizational and problem-solving skills.
• A firm, kind, polite, respectful, encouraging, and calm manner.
• Patience, stamina, a sense of humor, and the ability to remain calm is a must.
• Experience as a stage manager.
• Training/Certification in CPR, AED, and/or first aid is a plus, but not required.
• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• A B.A. or B.F.A. in Theatre or a Technical Theatre is a plus, but not required.
• Ability to drive to contract is a plus.

To apply , please submit a cover letter and resume, listing all previous work experience, to .

Mountain Theatre Company is dedicated to engaging and enriching our community and its visitors while contributing to the cultural and economic development of Highlands, NC, through world class Broadway-style musical theatre experiences featuring national professional artists and providing entertaining and inspiring productions for diverse audiences.

Mountain Theatre Company is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization. For more information, visit our website:

Jul 19, 2026 - Sep 1, 2026

• NON-UNION

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