Deputy Head of Stage at Shaftesbury Theatre

Application closing date: 1 Sep 2026 5:00pm

Based: London

Salary: £47,000pa

Position: Manager

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

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Job Description

The Deputy Head of Stage supports the Head of Stage in managing the stage and technical (mechanical) areas of the Shaftesbury Theatre. The department is responsible for the realisation of the mechanical and stage services for all performances and events within agreed schedules and budgets. In addition, department is responsible for supporting maintenance and capital projects across the building, working with external contractors as appropriate, and ensuring statutory compliance.

The Stage Department takes responsibility for the realisation of technical services for all performances and events within agreed schedules and budgets. They have a critical role in representing the Company to both producers and those who hire the Theatre for other functions. It is often the first practical contact that these individuals and companies have with the Theatre and thus the Stage team has an important role in representing the Theatre. In addition, it is charged with ensuring that the mechanical installation and safety of all stage machinery is of the highest standard.

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