Stage Manager Sought for BRIDGE CITY at American Legacy Theatre Job at Behindthe

MISSION

American Legacy Theatre generates inviting, reimagined theatrical experiences for all people to have a voice in enriching society.

PROJECT

Bridge City is an original full-length musical focused around community, family, loyalty to self, and normalizing the Black experience in pursuit of joy, dreams and aspirations. Developed by American Legacy Theatre since July 2024 through our “Playwright’s for Change” program, this piece is written and composed by Kennen Butler who is an NYC-based theatre artist that is non-binary and Black.

EXPECTATION

The Stage Manager will structure, manage and execute the steps required to implement a high quality stage management process that serves the integrity of the production, bonds the other artists, aligns artistic scheduling, heightens audience engagement with the piece, and leads by example. They will work closely with the Director, Music Director and Production team to organize rehearsals, performances, and all other elements of the production. Attendance at production meetings and keen understanding of direction and staging is a given.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• During rehearsals: keep rehearsals on track, log rehearsal reports, send out daily calls for actors, and note blocking and other notes for the director and music director.
• During performances: run/call the lights and sound, supervise the assistant stage manager and cast of the production.
• ALT staff will be available to assist with critical components along the way.

COMPENSATION

Stage Manager will be paid a rate of $155/week throughout the rehearsal and performance process.

TIMELINE & SUBMISSIONS

Please send resume, headshot, cover letter, any potential conflicts, and 3 references to: info@americanlegacytheatre.org with the subject line of “Bridge City -Stage Manager (Last Name)”

Submit by December 15th, 2025 for first consideration. Applications are still accepted afterwards if the position is not filled.

REHEARSAL and PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

• Rehearsals will be five days per week from March 9th- April 9th, including weekends. March 23-27 will be off for Spring Break. Tech rehearsals will begin April 4 and/or 5, depending on space availability.
• Performances will be April 10-12, 17-19, 24-26. (Friday and Saturday evenings, Sunday matinees).