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Stage Manager jobs are open across theater, live events, television, film, and corporate productions, from entry-level assistant stage managers to senior and production stage managers, with specializations in touring shows, broadcast productions, and live theatrical runs. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Assistant Stage Manager – Blue Man Group North American Tour
Artistic Support
Full-Time Position
Tour Dates: October 2026 - December 2026
About the Role
Blue Man Group, part of Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Stage Manager (ASM) for the 2026 A New Holiday Surprise Touring production.
The Assistant Stage Manager supports the Production Stage Manager and Stage Management department in ensuring the smooth daily operation of the show, both on and off stage. This includes calling performances, managing backstage operations, assisting with props and consumables, load-ins, loadouts, and press or promotional events. The ASM serves as the show caller when the PSM is off, contributing to the consistency, safety, and quality of every performance.
Key Responsibilities
Show Operations & Calling
- Serve as first book cover, calling performances as assigned based on schedule and company needs.
- When calling, chair daily Circle Meetings, conduct soundcheck, review notes from the previous performance, and coordinate with performers and the technical departments to ensure all outstanding notes from the prior show have been addressed.
- When the Production Stage Manager is not present, act as the leader in the space, maintaining communication, morale, and show integrity across departments.
- When calling, attend post-show notes sessions, facilitate communication, and complete show reports for review by the Production Stage Manager.
- Manage the deck during performances and maintain prop presets, running tracks, and daily or weekly prop maintenance.
- Conduct front-of-house briefings and communicate relevant show information to venue staff as needed.
Touring & Technical Support
- Assist the Production Stage Manager with load-ins and loadouts, helping to set up and strike the stage, props world, and instruments.
- During load-ins, unpack and organize instruments and consumables; during loadouts, assist with striking and packing props, FX, and instruments.
- Support the Stage Management team with loading and organizing the Stage Management trailer.
- Assist with preparing and maintaining props for press appearances, promotional events, and off-site gigs, including serving as show caller for press calls when required.
Safety
- Champion and enforce all Blue Man Group and CDSEG health and safety policies throughout all performances and backstage operations.
- Ensure Stage Management compliance with safety, emergency, and hazard protocols in coordination with the Production Stage Manager and Production Manager.
- Promote a proactive safety culture that prioritizes the well-being of performers, crew, and audience members.
Key Attributes
- Proactive and resourceful, with strong problem-solving skills.
- Calm, confident, and professional under pressure.
- Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
- Impeccable organizational ability and attention to detail.
- Flexible, collaborative, and adaptable in a fast-paced touring environment.
- Demonstrates initiative, follow-through, and a strong sense of urgency.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in Stage Management, Performing Arts, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of professional Stage Management experience in live entertainment or touring productions.
- Proven ability to call live performances and manage cue-heavy shows.
- Experience with props, consumables, and backstage operations.
- Proficiency in scheduling, documentation, and Microsoft Office.
- Must be able to travel domestically for extended periods (Nov 2026–dec 2026) and maintain eligibility for U.S. employment and travel.
Compensation & Benefits
This is a full-time, exempt touring contract offering a competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus benefits during active tour periods.
The standard pay rate for this position is $1,300 USD/week.
About Blue Man Group
Blue Man Group is a global entertainment phenomenon known for its award-winning theatrical productions, iconic characters, and euphoric celebrations of human connection through art, music, and humor. Owned and operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, Blue Man Group performs in multiple long-running resident productions and international tours that have reached more than 35 million people worldwide.
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings.
Assistant Stage Manager – Blue Man Group North American Tour
Artistic Support
Full-Time Position
Tour Dates: October 2026 - December 2026
About the Role
Blue Man Group, part of Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Stage Manager (ASM) for the 2026 A New Holiday Surprise Touring production.
The Assistant Stage Manager supports the Production Stage Manager and Stage Management department in ensuring the smooth daily operation of the show, both on and off stage. This includes calling performances, managing backstage operations, assisting with props and consumables, load-ins, loadouts, and press or promotional events. The ASM serves as the show caller when the PSM is off, contributing to the consistency, safety, and quality of every performance.
Key Responsibilities
Show Operations & Calling
- Serve as first book cover, calling performances as assigned based on schedule and company needs.
- When calling, chair daily Circle Meetings, conduct soundcheck, review notes from the previous performance, and coordinate with performers and the technical departments to ensure all outstanding notes from the prior show have been addressed.
- When the Production Stage Manager is not present, act as the leader in the space, maintaining communication, morale, and show integrity across departments.
- When calling, attend post-show notes sessions, facilitate communication, and complete show reports for review by the Production Stage Manager.
- Manage the deck during performances and maintain prop presets, running tracks, and daily or weekly prop maintenance.
- Conduct front-of-house briefings and communicate relevant show information to venue staff as needed.
Touring & Technical Support
- Assist the Production Stage Manager with load-ins and loadouts, helping to set up and strike the stage, props world, and instruments.
- During load-ins, unpack and organize instruments and consumables; during loadouts, assist with striking and packing props, FX, and instruments.
- Support the Stage Management team with loading and organizing the Stage Management trailer.
- Assist with preparing and maintaining props for press appearances, promotional events, and off-site gigs, including serving as show caller for press calls when required.
Safety
- Champion and enforce all Blue Man Group and CDSEG health and safety policies throughout all performances and backstage operations.
- Ensure Stage Management compliance with safety, emergency, and hazard protocols in coordination with the Production Stage Manager and Production Manager.
- Promote a proactive safety culture that prioritizes the well-being of performers, crew, and audience members.
Key Attributes
- Proactive and resourceful, with strong problem-solving skills.
- Calm, confident, and professional under pressure.
- Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
- Impeccable organizational ability and attention to detail.
- Flexible, collaborative, and adaptable in a fast-paced touring environment.
- Demonstrates initiative, follow-through, and a strong sense of urgency.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in Stage Management, Performing Arts, or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of professional Stage Management experience in live entertainment or touring productions.
- Proven ability to call live performances and manage cue-heavy shows.
- Experience with props, consumables, and backstage operations.
- Proficiency in scheduling, documentation, and Microsoft Office.
- Must be able to travel domestically for extended periods (Nov 2026–dec 2026) and maintain eligibility for U.S. employment and travel.
Compensation & Benefits
This is a full-time, exempt touring contract offering a competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus benefits during active tour periods.
The standard pay rate for this position is $1,300 USD/week.
About Blue Man Group
Blue Man Group is a global entertainment phenomenon known for its award-winning theatrical productions, iconic characters, and euphoric celebrations of human connection through art, music, and humor. Owned and operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, Blue Man Group performs in multiple long-running resident productions and international tours that have reached more than 35 million people worldwide.
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Media & Entertainment
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in stage manager jobs.
- Demonstrated experience calling cues during live theatrical or broadcast productions
- Proficiency with scheduling and production management software such as Production Pro or Google Suite
- Actors' Equity Association membership or candidacy status for theatrical roles
- Strong verbal communication and crew coordination skills in fast-paced environments
- Bachelor's degree in theater arts, stage management, or a related field preferred
- Ability to build and maintain detailed prompt books, contact sheets, and run-of-show documents
Tips for Your Stage Manager Job Search
Tailor your prompt book examples
Hiring directors want to see how you organize a production. Pull two or three prompt book excerpts that show your cue sheets, blocking notation, and run-of-show documents rather than listing software skills in the abstract.
Highlight union status and agreement experience
Many theater and television employers specify Actors' Equity Association or IATSE agreements in their postings. Note your union affiliation, any Equity membership candidacy status, and which contract types you've worked under directly on your resume.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists stage manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Match your application to the production type
A touring musical, a corporate live event, and a television shoot each demand a different skill set. Customize your cover letter to reflect the specific production context, using vocabulary from that world rather than sending a generic stage management summary.
Prepare a calling sequence you can walk through
Interviewers frequently ask how you call a tech rehearsal or coordinate a live show's cue stack. Practice describing your actual process out loud, including how you communicate with lighting, sound, and fly rail crews under pressure.
Follow up with production companies between seasons
Theater and live events hiring often happens before a season is announced publicly. Reach out to production managers at regional theaters or event companies you've researched in the off-season, when they are actively planning and more likely to respond.
Stage Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most stage managers?
Live Nation, RWS Global, and Rail Events Productions are hiring the most stage managers right now, with openings concentrated in Florida, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Production volume and seasonal schedules drive most of the fluctuation in active postings.
How many stage manager jobs are remote?
About 17% of stage manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions are concentrated in production coordination, scheduling, and pre-production planning roles rather than on-site calling positions. Most live performance and broadcast roles still require you to be physically present throughout rehearsals and performances.
How do you become a stage manager?
Start by assisting on student or community productions to build hands-on experience with cue calling, scheduling, and crew communication. Pursue a degree or training program in theater arts or stage management, then work as an assistant stage manager on professional productions to develop your prompt book skills and union candidacy before moving up to a lead role.
How do you get hired as a stage manager with little experience?
Focus on assistant stage manager roles at regional theaters, community playhouses, or corporate event companies, where employers expect to develop talent. Document every production you assist on with specific responsibilities listed, emphasize any experience with scheduling tools or run-of-show documents, and pursue Actors' Equity candidacy programs if you want to work in professional theater.
What does the stage manager interview process look like?
Most stage manager interviews begin with a phone or video screen to assess your production background and availability, followed by an in-person or virtual conversation where you walk through a past production in detail. Interviewers often ask how you handled a specific conflict or technical failure during a run, and some employers ask you to review a sample schedule or cue sheet on the spot.
Where can I find and apply to stage manager jobs?
You can find and apply to stage manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that fit your production background and experience level, then apply directly to each one that matches what you are looking for.
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