Stage Manager

Lakeville Area Arts Center and Expressions Community Theater are seeking individuals to fill the role of Stage Manager for the 2026-27 season. Productions include Lettres et Cafe (Dec-Feb), A Midsummer Night's Dream (Mar-May), Moon Over Buffalo (May-Aug).

The purpose of this position is to support and organize the teams involved in a theatre production. This includes participation in auditions and rehearsals as well as attendance at all performances and strike.

• Participate in bringing the director’s vision for a production to fruition.
• Communicate any cast concerns to director and Arts Center Manager.
• Assist in running auditions and maintaining all resumes, headshots, and cast lists.
• Stage Manager will be the main communicator between cast, director, producer, and props manager.
• Maintain all props and movable set pieces during performances. This may include the supervision and use of items such as a fog machine. May also involve working with technicians throughout each performance.
• Collaborate with the producer to collect headshots and bios for the show program.
• Prepare space and materials for rehearsals and performances.
• Assist in striking set and clean up after final performance.

• Is under the immediate general and technical supervision of the Arts Center Manager.
• Responds to requests or inquiries from the production director, producer, and props manager.
• Communicates and works effectively with other City personnel and patrons.

• Sharp eye for detail.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work a variety of hours, including evenings and weekends.

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Proven work experience as a Stage Manager or similar role

• Relevant training and/or certifications as a Stage Manager
• Experience/Knowledge about Theatre Light and Sound Operation