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SalaryStage Managers 2024-2025 Season
Reports to: Production Stage Manager
Compensation:
Compensation:
LORT A Non-Rep weekly minimum:
SM minimum: $1914.00
ASM minimum: $1595.00
LORT B Non-Rep weekly minimum:
SM minimum: $1312.00
ASM minimum: $1114.00
THE ORGANIZATION
The Guthrie Theater engages exceptional theater artists in the exploration of both classic and contemporary plays connecting the community we serve to one another and to the world. Through its extraordinary artists, staff and facility, the Guthrie is committed to the people of Minnesota, and from its place, rooted deeply in the Twin Cities, influences the field as a leading 21st century arts organization.
Every year more than 500 people, both on stage and off, help ensure our success in creating and supporting the highest level of theater. As an organization, we are committed to our values of Artistic Excellence; Community; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility; and Fiscal Responsibility.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The Guthrie Theater would like to acknowledge that we gather on the traditional land of the Dakota People and honor with gratitude the land itself and the people who have stewarded it throughout the generations, including the Ojibwe and other Indigenous nations.
THE POSITION
The Guthrie Theater seeks Stage Managers and Assistant Stage Managers for the 2024-2025 Season. These positions will work with the Director, Production Manager, Production Stage Manager, Company Manager, Producer, and heads of all other applicable departments, during rehearsals, tech, preview performances and the post-opening run to ensure the success of the production. The Stage Manager and Assistant Stage Manager will also follow all AEA rules and regulations while maintaining artistic excellence and integrity throughout the production. All staff members are expected to center, model and champion the Guthrie’s core values of Artistic Excellence; Community; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility; and Fiscal Responsibility.
This position is temporary for the duration of the production. Rehearsal schedules typically span daytime hours from Tuesday-Sunday with evenings during tech week and preview performances. However, the schedule will vary based on the specifics for each production.
The Guthrie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building an equitable environment that finds strength in diversity of identity, experience and perspective. We are dedicated to hiring and developing talented teams which are inclusive and welcoming to individuals with different backgrounds, thoughts, and abilities. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theater field are strongly encouraged to apply.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Schedule all rehearsals and any outside calls in accordance with Equity regulations both before and after opening.
- Call actors and necessary creative team and crew for rehearsals and performances.
- Assemble and maintain the Prompt Book which is defined as the accurate playing text and stage business, together with cue sheets, plots, daily records, etc., as are necessary for the actual technical and artistic operation of the production.
- Work with the Director, Production Manager, Production Stage Manager, Company Manager, Producer, and heads of all other applicable departments, during rehearsals, tech, preview performances and the post-opening run.
- Serve as the liaison between the company of the show and the staff of the Guthrie.
- Assume active responsibility for the form and regulation of rehearsal and performance and be the executive instrument on the technical running of each performance.
- Maintain the artistic intentions of the show after opening, including calling correctional rehearsals of the company when necessary and preparation of the Understudies and Replacements.
- Keep records necessary to advise the Producer on matters of attendance, time, health benefits or other matters relating to the rights of Equity members.
- Maintain regulations as provided in the Equity Constitution, By-Laws and Rules where required, appealable in every case to Equity.
- Uphold the institution’s mission statement and values within the rehearsal room and theater spaces by assisting Guthrie staff to create and maintain a safe and functional rehearsal room environment.
- Serve as a leader of the stage management team by providing supervision, guidance, and mentorship to other team members.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated Stage Management Experience required.
- Demonstrated experience and/or interest working in a professional theater.
- An aptitude for organization, communication, and flexibility.
- Standard computer skills and understanding of current technology.
- Creative, motivated, proactive, and anticipatory.
- Ability to work under pressure and on a deadline.
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills.
- Must be willing and able to work flexible hours/days, including evenings and weekends, reflective of the dynamic schedule of the theater.
- Experience with and commitment to working with individuals and teams that exemplify diversity of identity, experience, and perspective, including but not limited to race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, family and/or marital status, creed, religion, ancestry, disability, national origin, sexual orientation or sexual identity, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, body size/type, status with regard to public assistance or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
2024-2025 PRODUCTIONS
The Guthrie is seeking Stage Managers for the following productions. Dates below are subject to change.
Lehman Trilogy (LORT A) by Stefano Massini
Adapted by Ben Power
Directed by Arin Arbus
1st Rehearsal Tuesday, August 13, 2024
1st Tech Tuesday, September 10, 2024
Opening Night Thursday, September 19, 2024
Close Sunday, October 13, 2024
All the Devils are Here (LORT B)
Written and performed by Patrick Page
Directed by Simon Godwin
1st Rehearsal TBD
1st Tech TBD
Opening Night Thursday, October 17, 2024
Close Sunday, November 17, 2024
A CHRISTMAS CAROL (LORT A) by Charles Dickens
Adapted by Lavina Jadhwani
Directed by Addie Gorlin-Han
1st Rehearsal Tuesday, October 15, 2024
1st Tech Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Opening Night Friday, November 15, 2024
Close Sunday, December 29, 2024
HEART SELLERS (LORT B) by Lloyd Suh
Directed by May Adrales
1st Rehearsal Tuesday, November 19, 2024
1st Tech Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Opening Night Thursday, December 19, 2024
Close Saturday, January 25, 2024
A MIDSUMMER’S NIGHT DREAM (LORT A) by William Shakespeare
Directed by Joseph Haj
1st Rehearsal Tuesday, December 31, 2024
1st Tech Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Opening Night Thursday, February 6, 2025
Close Sunday, March 23, 2025
MOUSETRAP (LORT B) by Agatha Christie
Directed by Tracy Brigden
1st Rehearsal Tuesday, February 18, 2025
1st Tech Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Opening Night Thursday, March 20, 2025
Close Sunday, May 18, 2025
NACIREMA SOCIETY (LORT A) by Pearl Cleage
Directed by Valerie Curtis Newton
1st Rehearsal Tuesday, March 18, 2025
1st Tech Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Opening Night Thursday, April 24, 2025
Close Sunday, May 25, 2025
CABARET (LORT A) by Joe Masteroff, John Kander and Fred Ebb
Directed by Joseph Haj
1st Rehearsal Tuesday, May 27, 2025
1st Tech Sunday, June 15, 2025
Opening Night Thursday, June 26, 2025
Close Sunday, August 24, 2025
A NOTE FROM HUMAN RESOURCES
Applicants must submit a resume to be considered for the position. The deadline to submit applications is March 26, 2024.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
