13 Week Contract: Monday 9 October 2023 – Saturday 6 January 2024
The show is Hansel and/a Gretel, and features a cast of Actor-musicians, and is performed in both English and Cymraeg. Our studio Christmas show is aimed at Under 7s as an introduction to theatre.
The main responsibilities of the SM on book will be, the running of rehearsals, propping the show, cueing/ calling the show, driving the van on a small local tour, leading the get ins/ get outs at each venue, assisting the tech swing with re-lighting and technical set up of the show. (The tour will be supported by a tech swing and cast members as well as venue teams)
Whilst you would be the only stage manager specifically assigned to this production, you will be supported by the Sherman’s full-time company stage manager as well as all member of the Sherman’s production team (freelance and permanent). There is also the expectation that at times you may be required to assist elsewhere with the smooth running of the department.
Essential Attributes:
• Prior experience or knowledge of small scale/ daily touring, including the leading of get ins/ get outs.
• Knowledge of basic LX and Sound set ups, operation and problem solving
• Willingness and ability to work as part of a team, but take the lead when necessary
• Ability to drive vans. (Over 25 for van insurance purposes)
• A positive and motivated person
• Excellent organisations and communication skills.
Desired Attributes:
• Welsh Speaker
• Prop making and maintenance skills
• Basic costume maintenance skills
• A Cardiff base/ local knowledge.
The production rehearses, techs and then opens in Sherman Theatre’s Studio, before touring smaller venues locally in South Wales for three weeks. The show then comes back to Sherman Theatre where it runs in the Studio throughout December and the first week of January.
We are looking to add to the diversity of our workforce and would therefore particularly welcome applications from communities who are currently under represented in our team. Our building is accessible both FOH and backstage. The ability to speak Welsh would also be desirable.
To apply, please send your CV to recruitment@shermantheatre.co.uk
Sherman Theatre is funded by Arts Council of Wales. We are committed to Equal Opportunities and a Registered Charity.