Technical Company Stage Manager

Technical Company Stage Manager

Job Information Pack

February 2026

Supporters

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Liverpool’s Royal Court

Liverpool’s Royal Court Theatre has been producing high quality, accessible theatre for over 18 years. We present real Liverpool lives
on stage and celebrate all that is good about Liverpool’s rich culture. We became an Arts Council National Portfolio Organisation in
2018. The theatre is one of the largest producing theatres in the North of England and we are proud to be recognised as successfully
engaging non-theatre audiences and participants from some of the most deprived social and economic areas of the UK.

Mission

Purpose

Belief

To be known throughout the UK as a
leading producer of quality theatre and
inspiring engagement programmes for
non-traditional theatre audiences. To be
a key organisation through which
audiences can develop a love for theatre
in all its forms.

Putting our audiences and participants
at the heart of all we do.  We bring joy
and laughter to people by putting real
Liverpool lives on stage, presenting our
work in a unique way to engage non-
traditional theatre audiences.

That our brand of theatre production and
participation programmes can be enjoyed
by most people whether they have had
previous theatre experiences or not.

Core Values

Liverpool’s Royal Court:

Discovers and nurtures
Liverpool talent on stage
and off

Creates high quality, made-
for-audiences entertainment
and participation activities

Includes all audiences,
especially those from low
socio-economic backgrounds

Shows the best of Liverpool
to the world

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Liverpool’s Royal Court Technical Company Stage Manager Job Information Pack  February 2026About the Role

Overview

£900 p/w, plus touring accommodation & touring PD’s

Job Description: Technical Company Stage Manager – Come
Together

Location: Liverpool’s Royal Court & UK Tour

Dates: 23rd Feb – 28th March & 4th May – 24th May 2026

The Technical Company Stage Manager is responsible for
overseeing all on-stage and backstage elements of the
production throughout rehearsals, performances, and touring
venues. This role ensures the smooth technical and operational
delivery of each performance while supporting the company,
liaising with venue staff, and maintaining professional standards in
line with industry practice.

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Liverpool’s Royal Court Technical Company Stage Manager Job Information Pack  February 2026Key Responsibilities

•  Manage the day-to-day running of all on-stage elements during rehearsals and performances.

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Lead and coordinate the company and production team daily.

•  Run backstage operations during each show, ensuring cast and crew are supported and cues are executed accurately.

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Learn and operate on-stage plots as required by the production.

•  Complete daily show reports and maintain all relevant production paperwork.

•  Act as the main point of contact for any changes to schedules, calls, or production requirements.

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Liaise with venue technical management and theatre management at each stop on the tour.

•  Oversee venue staff during get‑ins, fit‑ups, tech periods, and get‑outs.

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Build the set and coordinate the fit‑up at each venue, ensuring all technical elements are installed safely and efficiently.

•  Work collaboratively with all other departments, including the in-house technical team, to ensure the smooth running

of the production.

•  Drive the company van when required, ensuring safe transport of set, props, and technical equipment.

•  Oversee budgets related to the tour and company operations (e.g., travel, accommodation, petty cash, consumables).

•  Act as the primary guardian for all touring health & safety requirements, ensuring compliance with company and legal standards.

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Ensure a high standard of professionalism, communication, and teamwork within the company.

Perform any other reasonable duty that would normally fall within the remit of a Technical or Company Stage Manager under
industry norms and practice.

Skills & Experience

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Experience in professional stage management, preferably on touring productions.

Strong technical theatre knowledge (lighting, sound, AV, staging)

Excellent organisational and communication skills.

•  Clean driving licence.

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Strong understanding of Health & Safety and risk assessments.

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Liverpool’s Royal Court Technical Company Stage Manager Job Information Pack  February 2026How To Apply

If you think that you meet all the requirements to be a successful candidate, please send us the following:

•  An up-to-date CV

•  A supporting statement which details why you want the role, how it fits in to your longer‑term career plans and how you feel you
meet the expectations of the job description, ensuring that you address each point under the ‘successful candidates will have’
section above

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The names and contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer, if possible. We will
not contact any referees without your prior permission

If you require further information about this recruitment process, need additional information about the role, or would like to discuss
your access requirements please email HR on HR@liverpoolsroyalcourt.com

We would appreciate it if all candidates could complete the EDI form to help the organisation to monitor diversity across the
organisation. We particularly welcome applications from people from the Global Majority for this post.

We’re committed to creating a comfortable and inclusive environment for all candidates, so please let us know if you need any
accommodations or special arrangements for the interview.

We strongly encourage all applicants with disabilities and people who are from ethnically and culturally diverse backgrounds to apply
as we strive for our team and our work to be informed by and representative of the diverse communities we serve.

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Liverpool’s Royal Court Technical Company Stage Manager Job Information Pack  February 2026