Stage Manager – Trans-Generation-All

Theatre for Life, in partnership with Beyond Reflections, is seeking an experienced Stage Manager for a new intergenerational verbatim theatre production celebrating Trans+ lived experiences.
The Stage Manager will support the delivery of the project from rehearsal through to performance, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the production. Responsibilities include coordinating rehearsals, maintaining schedules, taking and distributing rehearsal notes, liaising with the creative team and cast, and managing backstage operations. We are ideally looking for someone who has a clean driving licence and can drive the hire van.

The role includes preparing and maintaining the prompt script, calling the show during performances, and supporting technical integration. The Stage Manager will also be required to operate either lighting, sound, or media elements (Q Lab) during performances, depending on the venue setup.

They will play a key role in fostering a positive, inclusive, and well-organised working environment.

The project includes preview performances at Mayflower Studios on 29th-30th August (as part of Southampton Pride) and a short tour to two professional venues in November (dates TBC) in London and the South West or South East.

This role is ideal for a proactive and collaborative individual with strong organisational skills and experience in theatre, particularly new writing or devised work.

We are particularly keen to hear from Trans+ stage managers, as this project centres Trans+ voices and lived experiences. However, we welcome applications from all candidates who feel they are a strong fit for the role.

Location: Southampton with regional touring across London and the South West/South East
Fee: £185 per day x 10 days = £1850
Contract Type: Freelance
Primarily remote working
3 in-person rehearsal days: Mondays between 4 May – 6 July at Theatre Royal Winchester
Application Deadline: 30 April 2026 by 5 pm