Deputy Stage Manager For Christmas Show

We are looking for a capable, friendly and collaborative DSM to work with us on our Christmas show, The Frog Princess at The Point Eastleigh this December.

Engagement period

Production Meetings during September - November (dates tbc)

Rehearsals: 18^th Oct, 15^th, 22^rd, 23^rd Nov, 24^th – 29^th Nov, 1^st
– 6^th & 8^th – 11^th Dec

Performances: 12th – 28th December (no shows 14th, 18th, 25th, 26th December)

Role Overview: Will call and control the staging of the show supported by the team

Responsibilities

During rehearsals:

• Take detailed rehearsal notes (blocking, cues, entrances/exits, costume changes)
• Record everything in the prompt book
• Support the director, cast, and creative team
• Assist in preparing/making some props
• Help organise rehearsals and ensure efficient use of time
• Keep rehearsals space clean and organised
• Lead on the running of the tech rehearsal

During performances:

• Call every performance (lighting, sound, stage cues)
• Monitor consistency and note any issues in a show report
• Ensure the show runs exactly as rehearsed
• Assist with pre-show checks and setup
• Support backstage running of the show
• Help with set checks and preparation
• Operate software like QLAB
• Assist technical team during the run

Communication & coordination:

• Share key information with:
  - Cast
  - Creative team
  - Technical departments
• Work closely with the Technical Manager, especially on health & safety
• Keep shared google drive up to date for cast and creatives with resources and rehearsal footage

Skills & qualities required:

Typical expectations for this role include:

• Strong organisation and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to stay calm under pressure
• Good understanding of technical theatre
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Reliability across rehearsals and performance schedule