SEEKING: STAGE MANAGER FOR EUROPEAN TOUR

April 20, 2023

SEEKING: STAGE MANAGER FOR EUROPEAN TOUR

 

ROLE: STAGE MANAGER FOR EUROPEAN TOUR

DATES: 5^th June 2023 – 16^th July 2023

LOCATION: 

Sydney: 5^th June – 9^th June

Touring – Germany, Luxembourg and Italy: 12^th June – 15^th July

 

PAY: $1,250 p/w + superannuation

ALLOWANCES: accommodation, per diems, and travel arrangements, in line with the Pay Guide – Live Performance Award 2023.

 

THE ROLE

We’re looking for an experienced Stage Manager to work with the company for the European Tour of major dance-theatre work – KING. The Stage Manager will spend a week in the rehearsal studio with the company to learn the show and assist the Production Manager.  The company will then tour to Europe, with the Stage Manager coming an integral part in ensuring the smooth delivery of the tour and all performances. The Stage Manager’s direct report will be the Production Manager.

 

THE SHOW

Originally premiering in 2019, KING is a largescale dance-theatre work featuring nine dancers plus a live, on-stage singer. It is an interrogation of masculinity, homosexuality and homophobia and the innate power dynamics that exist within patriarchal structures. Created by Shaun Parker and composer Ivo Dimchev (who performs in the show), KING recently completed a six-show season as part of Sydney WorldPride 2023, earning rave critical reviews. The upcoming European tour marks SP&Co’s first international tour since the pandemic, having previously toured to 21 countries across five continents.

 

THE COMPANY

Shaun Parker & Company (SP&Co) is one of Australia’s preeminent dance-theatre companies, touring nationally and internationally to critical acclaim. Overseen by Artistic Director and CEO Shaun Parker, the company creates daring, narrative driven works featuring original scores and Shaun’s world-renowned choreographic style.

 

The Stage Manager’s Responsibilities include:

• Calling the show during the season
• Assisting with bump-in, bump-out and auditorium set-up
• Working with the Production Manager, lighting and sound designers, and venue technicians to ensure the highest quality presentation
• Sourcing and booking any additional or special equipment needed for the season, as directed by the Production Manager
• In collaboration with the Tour Manager, coordinating all logistics and company movements for the tour
• Ensuring health and safety protocols are adhered to at all times
• Completing any incident report forms if required
• Keeping and submitting detailed show reports in a timely fashion
• Working closely with the venue, suppliers and other external partners
• Assisting the dancers with costumes, wardrobe, and any other show-related issues
• Remaining calm under pressure and problem solving during performances to swiftly overcome any unforeseen hurdles

 

Key Attributes:

• Proven experience stage-managing large-scale dance, theatre and music productions
• Strong working knowledge of technical requirements for dance and live music performances
• A positive, solutions focused attitude
• Calm and clear response when working under pressure during touring
• Available for all the below dates, noting that the shows take place in the evening and on weekends
• Driver’s license
• Right to work in Australia
• Experience working on performances within a festival context (desirable)
• International touring experience (desirable)
• A valid Australian Passport with at least 6 months validity still available

 

KEY DATES

5 June – 9 June: Rehearsals in Sydney

12 June: Company flies to Germany

13 June – 27 June: Performances in Germany and Luxembourg

28 June – 11 July: Break in tour

12 July – 14 July: Performances in Italy

15 July: Company flies home to Australia

 

We are happy to discuss a flight buy-out for the return journey to Australia, should the candidate wish to stay in Europe(Summer in Europe) after their contract has ended.

 

For queries and to submit an application please email a CV and covering letter to:

admin@shaunparkercompany.com with ‘Stage Manager Application’ as the subject line.

 

Due date for applications:  Friday 28^th April, 2023

 

Thank you!