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Assistant Stage Manager, Lawrence Batley Theatre Pantomime
We are looking for an Assistant Stage Manager (ASM) to join our 2024 pantomime team!
The ASM is responsible for making, sourcing and maintaining all props for the rehearsals and performances of the 2024 Lawrence Batley Theatre pantomime, Dick Whittington. As well as undertaking all assistant stage management work as reasonably requested for by Lawrence Batley Theatre.
The ASM will work as part of the on-stage crew during the technical rehearsals and for performances. The ASM will ensure all props are stored and maintained in good order during the performances, and stored effectively after the performance run.
The ASM should be present at production meetings when necessary and liaise effectively with the director, creative producer, stage manager and production manager regarding props requirements.
Role commences (pre-rehearsals) - Fri 1 November 2024
Rehearsals commence - Wed 6 November
Technical / Dress rehearsals - Wed 27 - Sat 30 November
Performances - Mon 2 - Tue 31 December (excluding 8 / 13 / 18 / 25)
Pack-up day - Thu 2 January 2025
Fee £530/week x 4.5 weeks (prep time & rehearsals)
£600/week x 4.5 weeks (performances)
Total £5085 (inclusive of VAT)
No additional payments or subsistence payments
Duties and responsibilities:
- To undertake all stage management work as reasonably requested for by Lawrence Batley Theatre
- To gather props for the production as required, which may include buying, hiring and borrowing props and equipment as required, and the returning of these items at the end of the production
- To make props for the production as required
- To liaise with the director, stage manager, production manager and other members of the creative team regarding props requirements
- To collate receipts for purchase and hires of props and equipment, and complete the appropriate paperwork
- To carry out the ongoing maintenance of props during the run of performances
- To establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental staff and colleagues
- To liaise with the Wardrobe Supervisor and assist with requirements
- To attend production meetings, fit-ups, rehearsals and technical rehearsals, strikes and get-outs
- To occasionally stand in for cast or Young Chorus in rehearsals for positioning/blocking
- To ensure the relevant financial procedures are followed in the department including petty cash and the handling of receipts
- To maintain COSHH and other records for the department
- Work as part of the on-stage crew for technical rehearsals and performances
- Any other duties as reasonably requested
Essential skills
- Experience of working in technical theatre in a show crew
- Experience of prop making and sourcing
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent team worker
- Understanding of and commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
- Well organised with excellent time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
To apply please send:
- CV
- A covering letter (1-side of A4) or video (2 minutes) outlining your previous experience
Deadline: 12noon, Friday 17 May
Interviews: w/c 20 May
Young Company Volunteers
We couldn't do what we do without our amazing team of passionate and dedicated volunteers, and we're always on the look out for more fantastic people to join us! Volunteering at the Lawrence Batley Theatre not only helps our theatre to thrive, but is a great way to meet new people, develop new skills, gain experience and become part of our theatre community.
As our Young Company continues to grow, we are looking for a variety of inspiring individuals to support our young people in their weekly classes.
In these voluntary positions, you will be a role model for our young people, supporting the class tutor and assistant with the smooth running of sessions. We require that you would be able to commit to a full term for at least one class. There would also be the possibility to progress from this role to an assistant role.
"I've found Young Company to be an extremely rewarding programme in encouraging confidence and finding joy in self-expression. One of my key takeaways from volunteering so far is realising the importance of each discipline: music, dance, and drama in enabling young people to find their own unique voice." - Previous Young Company volunteer
If you are creative, enthusiastic and have a passion for working with young people, we want to hear from you! Please get in touch with Creative Associate, Keisha, via keisha@thelbt.org to arrange an informal chat. Click here to find out more about our Young Company.