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Head of Stage - MEAN GIRLS

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Posting date: 18 October 2024
Salary: Not specified
Additional salary information: Weekly rate as per SOLT/BECTU Agreement.
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 28 October 2024
Location: WC2N 4HG
Remote working: On-site only
Company: ATG Entertainment
Job type: Contract
Job reference: 258777JCP

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Head of Stage - MEAN GIRLS

Sonia Friedman Productions is seeking applications for full-time, experienced Head of Stage to work on the London production of MEAN GIRLS.

Book by Tina Fey, music by Jeff Richmond, lyrics by Nell Benjamin and Directed and Choreographed by Casey Nicholaw - this musical opened in the West End in June 2024.

The Head of Stage will work closely with the Stage Manager, Company Manager and creative team in executing the stage needs of the production.

Key responsibilities include:

Assisting in the daily running of the production, in conjunction with the Stage and Stage Management Teams
Taking responsibility for the running of the Stage Department and managing of Stage Crew, including department scheduling
Working with the Company Manager and Stage Manager to ensure the show is always full staffed and keeping the General Manager informed of the need for recruitment of additional staff or deps when necessary
Ensuring new staff are trained in the safe and competent running of the show
Carrying out stage cues including moving scenery, furniture and props
Writing up a comprehensive and easy to understand cue sheet so the show can be covered in the event of absence and compiling of these cue sheets from the rest of the department
Keeping the stage, dock and backstage areas clean and safe and ensuring entrances and exits are well-maintained and kept clear
Ensuring all staff and areas for which you are responsible adhere to health and safety regulations
Carrying out maintenance of set and prop elements informing the Stage Manager and Production Manager if further work from outside contractors is required
Working with other departments to maintain the show to the highest possible standards.
Essential experience includes:

Previous senior stage role on a large-scale West End production.
Experience of managing Stage Crew
Experience running deck plots and an understanding of stage etiquette
An understanding and practical knowledge of the principles and safe working practices of theatre rigging, automation systems and set construction
Advanced stage carpentry skills
Excellent communication skills
We are committed to a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome and encourage applications from those currently underrepresented in our workforce.

Start Date: as soon as possible
Please Note: All applicants must be able to commit to the full contract and must have the right to work in the UK.
Job Location: Savoy Theatre
Contract Type: Fixed term until Sunday 8th June 2025, or for the run of the Production, whichever shall be the shorter, subject to two weeks’ notice by the Producer as per the SOLT/BECTU Agreement.
Salary: Weekly rate as per SOLT/BECTU Agreement.
Weekly Hours: 6 day working weeks; 8 shows per week plus maintenance and understudy calls.
Application Deadline: Monday, 28th October 2024 at 6pm

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