Theater Manager Peridance KnJ Theater
Listed on 2026-06-26
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Company: Peridance Center
Location: NY, NY
Compensation: $19/hour for administrative hours and additional flat rate fees for theater management and/or stage management
Theater Manager — KnJ Theater at Peridance Center
Location:
New York City (On-Site)
Type:
Part-Time
About Peridance Center Peridance Center is one of New York City's leading performing arts institutions, located one block from Union Square. Our KnJ Theater is an intimate performance space that hosts Peridance's own productions as well as a wide range of rental clients from the New York dance and performing arts community.
About the Role We are looking for an organized, experienced, and proactive Theater Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the KnJ Theater. This person will be the primary point of contact for all theater activity — from in-house productions to rental clients — and will play a key role in growing the theater's presence in the New York performing arts community.
Responsibilities
Hire, schedule, and supervise theater crew for all productions and events
Oversee set up and breakdown of the theater for each production and rental
Serve as Stage Manager for in-house Peridance productions
Manage crew scheduling to ensure all shifts are covered
Administer theater rentals, including contracts, logistics, and client communications
Actively reach out to potential rental clients and promote the KnJ Theater to artists, companies, and organizations in the performing arts community
Serve as the primary point of contact for rental clients throughout the booking and production process
Ensure the theater is maintained and prepared to the highest standard for every event
Qualifications
Experience in theater management, stage management, or production management
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to manage a team and coordinate multiple events simultaneously
Familiarity with black box theater operations and technical theater
Experience with rental administration or venue management a plus
A genuine passion for the performing arts and the New York dance community
To Apply Please send your resume and a brief note about your interest to with the subject line Theater Manager — KnJ Theater.
Peridance Center
126 E 13th St
NY, NY, 10003
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