Conservatory Production Stage Manager – DISNEY'S THE LION KING Jr.

Children's Theater / non-AEA / Local preferred / Part-Time

Job Dates:
DISNEY’S THE LION KING Jr: 6/10/25 – 7/13/25 (+ some preproduction)
- REHEARSALS 6/10/25 – 7/5/25, and 7/10/25
- PERFORMANCES 7/5 @ 11am, 7/6 @ 10am, 7/11 @ 11am & 2pm, 7/12 @11am, 7/13 @ 10am

Pay:
$640/wk (5 weeks totaling $3200)


Celebrating 76 Years of Professional Theater!
 
The Gateway Performing Arts Center of Suffolk County is seeking a PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER for its 2025 Acting Conservatory production: DISNEY’S THE LION KING Jr.
The Gateway Acting Conservatory Program is a subdivision of The Gateway Acting School, and The Gateway Performing Arts Center of Suffolk County. The Gateway PACSC is a professional not-for-profit theater located roughly 55 miles east of New York City on Long Island in Bellport, NY. Shows are presented at the Gateway Playhouse, our 500-seat home theater. Rehearsal and tech/opening weeks are 6-day weeks, typically with shorter 3 hour rehearsals/classes during the week, and longer rehearsals/classes on the weekends. There is a Brush Up Rehearsal on Thursday 7/10 before the weekend’s performances.

Local applicants are preferred, but housing is available for out-of-town PSMs.

Qualifications:
  • Experience working with High School and Middle School Students/Casts
  • Must have good communication skills
  • Demonstrable knowledge of work practices that prioritize safety, efficiency, and organization
  • Experience with large musicals
  • Ability to remain calm and organized in a fast-paced environment
  • Positive attitude and the ability to work in a collaborative manner
  • Maturity and understanding of the artistic process
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Creation of prompt book, run crew sheet, forms, prop and costume tracking sheets/lists, run order, etc.
  • Assist Directors in all rehearsal studio needs.
  • Manage the ASM & TA, be clear with work hours and responsibilities (ASM & TA will have a Run Crew track during performances)
  • During rehearsal: perform daily setup, track props and scenery, create reports and daily calls
  • During technical rehearsals: In conjunction with the ASM & TA, explain to Run Crew each scenic change, and to assign Run Crew their role in each scenic transition
  • Maintain a safe and clean workspace including rehearsal spaces, backstage area in conjunction with Run Crew.
  • Maintain smooth, calm operation of productions during tech rehearsals and performances.
  • Attend production meetings
Staff positions in all departments will be expected to work alongside Apprentices and to promote a healthy and safe work/learning environment.

COVID-19 Protocols: All Employees must comply with Federal/State/Local government and The Gateway’s COVID-19 protocols. While being vaccinated is not required, we highly recommend individuals stay up-to-date on their immunizations to protect themselves and their co-workers.

The Gateway is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Gateway is dedicated to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace.

Send a resume to our Production Department via e-mail: [email protected]
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