Belvoir St Theatre is looking for an experienced Sydney-based Stage Manager to join an Australian touring production in 2026, with the potential for international touring in 2027.
This is a full-time contract role (June to September 2026). The Stage Manager will be responsible for coordinating rehearsals, overseeing the day to day running of the production, and ensuring the smooth delivery of performances as the work prepares to tour to Melbourne after its Sydney season.
Working closely with the Head of Production, cast, creatives and the stage management team, the Stage Manager plays a central role in bringing the production from rehearsal room to stage. The role involves coordinating rehearsal schedules, maintaining production documentation, supervising stage management staff and ensuring clear communication across the creative and production teams.
We are particularly interested in hearing from experienced Stage Managers who have worked on mainstage productions and touring work. This role requires strong leadership, calm problem solving and the ability to support a large group of artists and technicians through a busy rehearsal and performance period.
In this role you will
- Coordinate the day-to-day planning and running of rehearsals and performances, including rehearsal schedules and performer calls
- Maintain the prompt script and stage management documentation, ensuring clear daily reporting to the production team
- Lead communication between cast, creatives and production staff throughout rehearsals and performances
- Monitor company schedules to ensure compliance with the Live Performance Award, including breaks and working hours
- Maintain safe working practices in the rehearsal room and theatre, including rehearsal risk assessments and oversight of set, props and costume maintenance
We are looking for someone who
- Has substantial professional experience in Stage Management for theatre
- Has experience touring mainstage productions (international touring is an advantage)
- Is highly organised and calm under pressure
- Communicates clearly and works well with artists and production teams
- Is confident supervising and mentoring stage management staff
Position details
Full time contract (50 hours per week)
Contract period June to September 2026
To apply
Please send your CV and the contact details of two referees to:
Tristan Ellis-Windsor, Head of Production, jobs@belvoir.com.au
Applications close 5pm Monday 30 March
