Stage Manager

 

The Hive Theatre Company is seeking a non-union Stage Manager for the fall production of You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown with performances at The Plaza Theatre at The Boston Center for the Arts November 5-15, 2026.

 

Job Summary

The Hive Theatre Company is seeking a highly organized and collaborative Stage Manager to join the production team for You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown. This role is integral to the smooth operation of the rehearsal process, technical rehearsals, and performances. As a key member of a new and growing theatre company, the Stage Manager will help establish best practices and foster a supportive, professional rehearsal environment.

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Key Responsibilities

• Attend production meetings

• Monitor auditions and callbacks

• Record blocking 

• Send out daily rehearsal call and performance reports to the production team

• Communicate effectively with cast members regarding schedule and other important updates

• Ensure the rehearsal space is prepared and returned to its original state

• Call the show

• Be present for all rehearsals, dress rehearsals, technical rehearsals and performances

• Maintain consistency of performances

• Handle emergencies or unexpected issues during performances

• Fulfill any additional ongoing requests related to the stage management of the production

• Adhere to all program policies and safety guidelines, ensuring a positive experience for all participants

 

 

Qualifications

• Previous stage management experience (musical theatre experience preferred).

• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.

• Excellent communication skills and professionalism under pressure.

• Comfort with managing schedules

• Familiarity with technical theatre processes, including basic sound and lighting cues.

• Ability to collaborate with diverse artists and staff in a fast-paced rehearsal process.

• Excitement about being part of a brand-new theater company and contributing to its founding vision and culture.
   

 

Location

 

Production Meetings: Zoom

 

Rehearsal Location: The Arts Resource Room in the Calderwood Pavilion 527 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116

 

Tech and Performance Location: The Plaza Theatre at The Boston Center for The Arts, 539 Tremont St. Boston, MA 02116

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Schedule 

 

A detailed production calendar can be viewed HERE

 

Production Meetings:  Production meetings will be held throughout the summer and as needed during the rehearsal process

 

Auditions/Callbacks: Dates TBD (Early September)

 

Rehearsals: October 4th-October 30
 

Tech & Dress: October 31-November 4

 

Performances: November 5-15
 

Strike: Evening of November 15

 

 

Compensation

1099 Stipend: Negotiable based on availability and scope of experience

 

How to Apply

Please email your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and two professional references to info@hivetheatre.org. Please subject the email “Stage Manager Application”

 

 

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