Production Stage Manager – Blue Man Group North American Tour
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group
Location not stated
On-site
Manager or above
1 month ago
1 month ago
- Serve as the main show caller for performances.
- Manage the stage during all aspects of the show—both during performance and between calls.
- Conduct soundcheck and pre-show preparation, working through notes from the previous performance and coordinating with the Performers and technical departments.
- Chair daily Circle Meetings and facilitate post-show notes sessions, ensuring relevant updates are distributed via show reports.
- Observe performances in each venue, make detailed performance and technical notes, and communicate feedback to relevant departments.
- Maintain and update the calling script, including territory-specific modifications.
- Complete and distribute show reports after each performance, communicating with all technical departments to identify and resolve show-related issues.
- Conduct front-of-house briefings at each venue, outlining show-specific cues and audience interaction guidelines.
- Oversee Stage Management’s role in load-ins, loadouts, and packing of the Stage Management truck.
- Work closely with the Production Manager and Technical Direction team during load-ins to ensure proper scenic placement and operational flow.
- Provide Stage Management support for press events, promotional gigs, and creative appearances, including show calling, props coordination, and staffing.
- Serve as primary point of contact for the Performers throughout the tour.
- Collaborate with the Company Manager, Production Manager and Blue Man Captain to prepare and distribute the weekly company schedule, including performances, rehearsals, press calls, and creative sessions.
- Create and distribute daily calls for performers, including transport details where required, and communicate any updates to all relevant departments.
- Coordinate performer coverage for sickness or injury in partnership with the Company Manager.
- Champion and enforce all Blue Man Group and CDSEG health and safety policies throughout all performances and backstage operations.
- Ensure Stage Management maintains compliance with safety, emergency, and hazard protocols in coordination with the Production Manager and Technical Direction team.
- Promote a proactive safety culture that prioritizes the well-being of performers, crew, and audience members.
- Collaborate with Production Manager to maintain the Stage Management and Props budgets, approving expenditures and overseeing Assistant Stage Manager ordering and stock levels.
- Track and follow up on notes from prior show reports, ensuring issues are addressed promptly and communicated clearly.
- Assist with documentation, payroll verification, and administrative tasks as needed.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and guide diverse teams.
Intuitive, proactive, and calm under pressure. - Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail and discretion when handling sensitive information.
- Adaptable and flexible with a strong sense of urgency and accountability.
- Passion for live performance and touring environments.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in Stage Management, Performing Arts, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of professional Stage Management experience in live entertainment or touring productions.
- Proven ability to call complex, cue-heavy productions.
- Strong understanding of theatrical and technical operations, including audio, lighting, video, and stage mechanics.
- Proficient in scheduling, reporting, and documentation.
- Must be able to travel domestically for extended periods (Oct 2026–Dec 2026) and maintain eligibility for U.S. employment and travel.
Production Stage Manager – Blue Man Group North American Tour · Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group