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STAGE MANAGER

Theatre In Flow (TIF), is a Rochdale-based cultural organisation dedicated to supporting marginalised voices.

We are looking for an experienced freelance Stage Manager to join our team on our next show ‘We are still Asafo’. 

‘We are still Asafo’, written and directed by Liz Mytton, creative director at TIF, is a theatre show performing at Loading Bay, a temporary black box theatre space, as part of Bradford 2025. This new show draws inspiration from the experiences of the African diaspora across West Africa, the Caribbean, and the UK. Utilising Ghanaian flag-making traditions and rituals, the performance honours the journeys of our communities and our shared ancestral connections, exploring how these links can offer guidance in our present times.

We’re looking for an experienced Stage Manager to lead the rehearsal, and on-site technical and communications delivery of ‘We are still Asafo’.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced freelance Stage Manager to join our team. The Stage Manager will lead the company during rehearsal and performances, call performances, manage tech, and oversee cast and crew.

Job Description

The Stage Manager will be responsible for building the show, preparing the prompt book, leading technical rehearsals, and calling all performances with precision. Beyond the show itself, you'll act as the key liaison between cast, crew, creatives, and producers, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and resolving any challenges that arise. 

The ideal candidate is technically literate across lighting, sound, and staging, and is calm and confident in managing a small team, made up of UK and international artists including a community chorus. You will work with the director/producers to ensure the comfortability of the cast and smooth running of rehearsals, tech and show delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build the show from rehearsal to stage, including prompt book creation and cueing structure.

  • Call all performances, manage show cues, and maintain consistency across venues.

  • Oversee technical rehearsals and liaise with venue tech teams.

  • Serve as primary show operator during performances – managing cues, tech, and transitions.

  • Maintain cue sheets, tech specs, and risk assessments.

  • Lead cast and crew with empathy and professionalism, addressing issues as they arise.

  • Maintain daily show reports and communicate with the Production Manager.

  • Support get-in/out and ensure safety and show quality at every stop.

You'll need:

  • 3+ years' experience as a Stage Manager.

  • Strong technical understanding (lighting/sound/staging).

  • Proven ability to lead a team under pressure.

  • Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.

  • A collaborative mindset and positive team presence.

  • Health & safety competency in performance and rehearsal.

  • Full-time availability for the rehearsal and show period (13th October – 9th November 2025).

  • Be within travel distance to Bradford for rehearsals and performances.

Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire.

Commitment: 4 weeks.

Fees: £601 per week (Total fee: £2404 + overtime at £133 p/d).

Timeline: 13th October – 9th November 2025 (exact schedule TBC).

How to apply: email CV and cover letter to henrietta@theatreinflow.com by the 18th July 2025. 

We are an inclusive organisation who are positive about equity and diversity. We particularly welcome applications from individuals who identify as being from the African diaspora.