Stage Manager - Beetlejuice Jr

DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Stage Manager
Production: Beetlejuice Jr. – Yorktown Stage Juniors

Overview:
Yorktown Stage is seeking a dedicated and organized Stage Manager for our upcoming production of Beetlejuice Jr. This is a fast-paced, rewarding opportunity to work with a talented group of young performers (ages 12–16) in a supportive and creative environment.

Production Timeline:

• Rehearsals: April 11 – May 14
• Performances: May 15 & May 16

Rehearsal Schedule:
All rehearsals/performances are held at the theatre:
Yorktown Stage, 1974 Commerce St. Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

• Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays: 6:15 PM – 8:45 PM
• Saturdays: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Responsibilities:

• Attend all rehearsals and performances
• Maintain rehearsal reports and production notes
• Work closely with the director and creative team to ensure smooth rehearsals
• Call cues and manage backstage operations during performances
• Act as liaison between production and administration
• Help maintain a positive, structured environment for young performers
• Arrive 15-20 minutes prior to each rehearsal to ready the space
• Create a prompt book (your master script with all notes)
• Set up rehearsal schedule alongside director
• Understand tech needs (lights, sound, set, props)
• Take attendance
• Keep rehearsals running on time
• Help maintain focus and structure in the room
• Record blocking (where actors move on stage)
• Track line notes, scene changes, and adjustments
• Remind actors of staging when needed
• Relay information between creative team members
• Help manage energy and behavior (keeping things productive but positive)
• Be a consistent, calm authority figure
• Ensure a safe and inclusive environment
• Learn all lighting, sound, and scene change cues
• Call cues during tech and performances
• Organize scene changes and backstage traffic
• Assign crew roles (often students)
• Ensure props and costumes are preset and tracked
• Quickly handle mistakes, missed cues, or confusion
• Remain for and help coordinate strike post production

Qualifications:

• Prior stage management experience preferred (especially in youth or educational theatre)
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and stay calm under pressure
• Enthusiasm for working with students ages 12–16
• Must provide own transportation to and from the theatre

Compensation:

• $200-250 per week based on experience

How to Apply:
Please submit a resume and brief summary of your experience and interest in the position.

DURATION

Apr 11, 2026 - May 16, 2026

SALARY

$200.00 – $250.00 per week