Deputy Stage Manager

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Dash Arts are recruiting a London based, Deputy Stage Manager with a valid driving licence to assist the Company Stage Manager on book, on the 2027 tour of The Reckoning.

Following its critically acclaimed run at London’s Arcola Theatre and an Offie nomination for Creation, The Reckoning is hitting the road, with performances at Belgrade Theatre, Chichester Festival Theatre and returning to the Arcola Theatre.

We are seeking an experienced and confident DeputyStage Manager (DSM) with touring experience to join the production team and work alongside the returning Company Stage Manager on book (CSM).

This is an existing production, which originally opened at Arcola Theatre Studio 2 in 2025. The production is going to tour with only slight adaptations and updates anticipated. The DSM will assist the CSM with the day-to-day running, supporting the company and production team throughout rehearsals, get-ins, performances and get-outs.

Fee: £650 per week + ITC relocation allowance. w/c 8 Feb 2027 is currently a dark week. This may yet be filled with other venues/activities, or become allocated holiday.

Contract type: ‘ITC/Equity Fair Work Agreement for Performers and Stage Managers’

Contract Dates: 11th or 18th January (start date TBC in November 2026 at the point of hire)

Closing Date for applications:10am on Wednesday 4th November 2026

Interviews:w/c 9th November

About the Project

The Reckoning is a vivid and powerful play about war, survival and the fragile trust between those who uncover the truth and those who must live with it. Blending storytelling with movement, music and cooking, it is based on verified witness testimonies of the Russian war in Ukraine.

As the show finishes the audience are given a pre-prepared sample of a Ukrainian Summer Salad and a guest speaker will be welcomed to the stage to give a 5min reflection on their professional and personal experience of the War in Ukraine and the show.

Dates

Overall dates: From 11th or 18th January (start date depending on returning cast, TBC at the point of hire in early November 2026) until 27th February 2027 (with returns TBC 28th Feb - 1st March). A detailed schedule is available on request. Further information about get-ins, technical rehearsals, travel and other production dates will be provided to shortlisted applicants.

Rehearsals London

11 OR 18–22 Jan 2027

10am-6pm Mon-Fr

Belgrade Theatre, Coventry

28–30 January 2027

7:45pm Thur– Sat

(get in from 26 Jan)

Chichester Festival Theatre

2–6 February 2027
7:15pm Mon–Sat
2:15pm Wed, Thur & Sat
(get in from 1 Feb)

Arcola Theatre, London

17–27 February 2027
7pm Mon–Thur
6:30pm Fr–Sat
3pm Sat
(get in from 15 Feb)

Role and Requirements

The Deputy Stage Manager (DSM) will play a key practical and operational role in the smooth running of The Reckoning throughout rehearsals and the tour, working closely with the Company Stage Manager on book (CSM) to support the day-to-day delivery of the production.

This is a more hands-on touring role, requiring someone who has a clean, full, and valid driving licence, with experience of touring and enjoys its varied nature, and is proactive, resourceful, adaptable and confident in taking responsibility for a range of stage management tasks. Whilst the CSM will take the lead on calling the show and pastoral care, it is expected that all reasonable SM tasks can be shared by both stage managers, and that the DSM can cover the CSM on book/opping if needed (ie. due to illness or in an emergency).

Responsibilities include

Assisting the day-to-day running of the production during rehearsals, get-ins, performances and get-outs in liaison with the CSM, Production Manager, Director and Producer
Driving and undertaking occasional production pick-ups and running tasks as required. A full driving licence is essential for this role and access to their own vehicle is preferable.
Props and costume laundry / maintenance
Sourcing and/or purchasing (ie. new props, costumes, consumables) as required
Back up show caller/operator to CSM
Setting up and maintaining shared dressing rooms
Practically supporting the production manager and team with get-ins and get-outs
Supporting the CSM with venue liaison and practical requirements
Supporting the cast and wider company with day-to-day practical and where appropriate, pastoral needs
Identifying and proactively resolving issues as they arise
Keeping the CSM / PM / Producer informed of any issues or requirements
Supporting food purchasing and preparation where required
Working collaboratively with the CSM, Production Manager, venues and wider creative team
Proactively supporting and ensuring the Dash Arts Health and Safety Policy is followed by all company members
Undertaking other reasonable Stage Management duties as required by the production

Person Specification:

Experience and person specification

Essential

Minimum of 3 years professional Stage Management experience
Full driving licence
London Based
Experienced and comfortable with touring across different venues, with a flexible, confident and responsive approach to working while adapting to changing needs and requirements
Props and Wardrobe maintenance experience
Purchasing experience
Ability to ‘get stuck-in’ with other practical aspects of the production, including measuring and setting up the rehearsal room spaces, supporting get-in’-outs, and food prep where required
Ability to remain calm and professional in all situations
Ability to work excellently both independently and as part of a team
Ability to confidently and practically problem-solve and multi-task
Exceptional communication and collaborative skills across company members, producers, and venue staff, and in culturally sensitive ways as our team is international
Excellent attention to detail

Desirable

Food Hygiene training and preparation experience
Experience using DEXT for filling receipts (however training will be given)
Access to your own vehicle is preferable
Experience working with bilingual/international productions and performers.
Experience working at Chichester Festival Theatre, Belgrade Theatre, Arcola Theatre

Food and allergies

The production includes food preparation and handling as part of the performance. Please let us know when applying about any severe food, animal or plant allergies or other relevant allergies, so that we can put appropriate risk assessments and measures in place to support you safely throughout the production.

To Apply

Please email your CV and a short cover letter/statement outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in the role.
www.dasharts.org.uk/vacancies for Full Role Description and Requirements
Please include details of two professional referees.
We would particularly like to hear about your touring experience, and working at Chichester, Belgrade, Arcola or comparable venues.
Please send applications to: recruitment@dasharts.org.uk

Closing date:10am on Wednesday 4th November 2026

Interviews:w/c 9th November.

We will contact all applicants following the shortlisting process.