Disney Theatrical Group
- Job Title: Disney’s The Lion King – Assistant Stage Manager
- Salary: £40k-£50k
- Hours:
Full time - Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Thu, 28 May 2026
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Location:
London
Job Summary
Job Description
As an Assistant Stage Manager, you’ll report to the Head and Deputy Stage Manager. Your focus will be supporting the smooth running of production and maintaining continuity across all stage elements to ensure seamless backstage operations.
Responsibilities and Duties
Assist Stage Management by liaising between the Company Manager, Technical departments, Creatives, Production, General Management Teams, and local venue staff to ensure the smooth running of all rehearsals and performances.
Responsible for the smooth running of rehearsals, technical rehearsals and performances, ensuring creative team and company are suitability supported. This includes recast rehearsals and ongoing cover rehearsals
Ensure an awareness of cover performances ahead of each show and make necessary adjustments
Learn and execute tracks for the SM department
Perform daily setup, stage pre-sets and provide clear communication with the SM and Crew
Report and feedback show and staff-related issues
Actively assist in training new staff, deputies, and local crews, working closely with theatre personnel
Create and maintain accurate production paperwork
Maintain the Production as instructed and dictated by the artistic requirements and under the direction of the production manager and resident creative
Work in full compliance with Disney’s Health and Safety Policy and maintain knowledge of relevant legislation and best practices
Job Requirements
What We’re Looking For:
Experience in a similar role on a large-scale musical production, alongside an international cast
Knowledge of setting up, maintaining, and operating Stage systems, solid understanding of stage management practices and backstage operations
Clear, confident communication and decision-making skills
Ability to remain focused and calm under pressure
Strong initiative and practical problem-solving abilities
Well-organised, detail-oriented, excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Demonstrates discretion and professionalism
Solid knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practices within a backstage environment
Additional Information
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 48 hours per week
Start Date: early June 2026
Schedule: Tuesday to Sunday (evening and weekend show schedule)
Health & Safety: This role will require the candidate to understand and follow the Health and Safety Rules & Regulations at the production.
How to Apply
Ready to help create theatrical magic? Submit your application below
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/17aeb1f051834cadb336472e1c247f0b
Closing date for applications: Thursday 28th May 2026 at 11:59pm
- Contact name: C Chan
- Contact email: [email protected]
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