Deputy Stage Manager

DEPUTY STAGE MANAGER – The Wind in The Willows

Responsible to – Head of Production & Producer/Programmer

Contract – Fixed term.

Dates broken down as follows:

•  Rehearsals begin: Monday 26th October 2026

•  Technical and Dress Rehearsals: w/c Monday 23rd November 2026

•  First Performance: Friday 27th November 2026

•  Final Performance: Sunday 3rd January 2027

Fees

£595.30 per week

Relocation allowance of £249 per week (subject to Equity/UK)

Hours of Work – In line with UK Theatre/Equity Agreement.

PLEASE NOTE: The fee offered is subject to change dependent on the UK
Theatre/Equity ratified rates.

About the Production

The Wind in the Willows – adapted by Mark Powell, directed by Mark Babych

Poop-poop!

Join friends Mole, Ratty, Badger and Toad on an exciting, fun-filled whirlwind
adventure this festive season.

Fresh out of winter hibernation and celebrating the arrival of spring, Mole
discovers an unlikely friendship with newfound friend Ratty. Exploring the
riverbank together, the friends soon become involved in the boastful but
endearing Toad’s latest fad, which begins a chain of chaotic events.

Teaming up with wise old Badger, the friends brave the wild wood and join forces
to try and help save Toad and his beloved Toad Hall in time for Christmas.

Featuring brand new music and clever costumes, this charming adaptation has a
lot of heart! Based on Kenneth Grahame’s much-loved classic novel, audiences are
invited to explore themes of friendship, loyalty, home and belonging - with some
added joyous Christmas magic.

The perfect alternative to pantomime over the holidays, magically captivating
audiences of all ages.

About the Role

We are looking for a Deputy Stage Manager for Hull Truck Theatre’s upcoming
production of The Wind in the Willows, adapted by Mark Powell, directed by Mark

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Ensure the smooth running of rehearsals, including the creation of the

Circulate rehearsal notes and daily schedules to the wider Creative team.

We are looking for a Deputy Stage Manager to:
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Book, and keeping detailed rehearsal notes.
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•  Work with the Director and wider Creative team to ensure all cues are
noted in the Book ahead of performances starting.
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Call each performance, including Technical and Dress rehearsals.
Support the Cast and Stage Management team throughout rehearsals.
Support the welfare of the Cast during the rehearsal and performance period.
Attend Production meetings as required.

Essential Experience and Skills

Strong book-making skills, with clear and accurate notation of blocking, cues,

Professional experience as a DSM, including calling midscale or small-scale

Demonstrated experience calling complex cues confidently and accurately

Familiarity with cueing to music, including work with MDs or click tracks.
Ability to support the rehearsal room, working closely with the director,

Exceptional organisation and multitasking, maintaining order and accurate

Strong communication skills, ensuring information flows clearly between

Experience preparing and distributing daily rehearsal notes, rehearsal calls,

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productions.
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and production information.
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including LX, sound, AV.
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creative team, and company.
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information during a busy production period.
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creative, technical, and production teams.
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and show reports.
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environments.
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community/company casts.
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range of artists.

Ability to work collaboratively and professionally in high-pressure

Confidence working with young performers, chaperones, or

Experience with access riders, inclusive practice, and supporting a diverse

Desirable Experience and Skills

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family audiences.
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access-related adjustments.
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digital script formats.

Experience working on seasonal theatre, particularly Christmas shows or for

Experience with accessible practice, including relaxed performances or

Experience using theatre-specific software such as QLab, scheduling tools, or

Personal Qualities

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Calm, focused, and precise, especially during live performance.
A team player with a supportive and positive attitude.
Detail-oriented, reliable, and clear in communication.
Commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and welcoming rehearsal room.
Professional, proactive, and solution focused.

General

•  To work within, promote and comply with current legislation and Hull Truck
Theatre’s policies and practices, including Equality, Inclusion, Safeguarding and
Health & Safety, both in the delivery of services and the treatment of others,
and to ensure adherence to these policies by freelance workers.
•  The Health and Safety at Work Act and other associated legislation places
responsibility for the Health and Safety of all employees.  Therefore, it is the
post holder’s responsibility to take reasonable care for the Health, Safety and
Welfare of themself and other employees in accordance with legislation and the
company’s Health and Safety Policy.
•  To promote and comply with the theatres Green policy
practices to lessen the environmental impact of Hull Truck
Theatre.
•  To take positive action to promote Equal Opportunities in all
aspects of the work of Hull Truck Theatre
•  The above duties may involve having access to information of a confidential
nature that may be covered by the General Data Protection Regulation.
Confidentiality must be maintained at all times
•  To always act in the interests of Hull Truck Theatre

About You

The successful applicant will have professional experience as a Deputy Stage
Manager on similarly sized midscale productions. We are particularly interested in
hearing from Black and Global Majority candidates, D/deaf candidates, Disabled
candidates, and any candidates who are underrepresented within the theatre
industry.

How to Apply

Please apply with a CV, references, and a link to your website or portfolio

(if applicable). Please send these to recruitment@hulltruck.co.uk.

If you’d like to apply by another format, including video, or if you are experiencing
any barriers to accessing the information, then please contact our recruitment
team via email at recruitment@hulltruck.co.uk

The deadline for applications is 7th April 2026 at 12pm

Interviews will take place in the week commencing 13th April 2026