Emergency Stage Manager (Fill-In)

Compensation

AEA TYA Stage Manager weekly minimum

Production: The Three Billy Goats Gruff and Other Tales (TYA)
Location: Seattle Children’s Theatre
Contract Type: AEA TYA (or non-AEA equivalent)

The Opportunity
Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia is seeking an Emergency Fill-In Stage Manager for our current touring production at the Seattle Children’s Theatre. We need a professional, calm-under-pressure individual to step in immediately to ensure our remaining performances run smoothly for our young audiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Show Calling: Execute precise calling of light cues for a 60-minute TYA production.
• Deck Coordination: Work alongside a stagehand who will manage physical hand-offs and backstage transitions.
• Safety: Maintain a safe environment for performers and staff.
• Reporting: Maintain standard rehearsal/performance logs and communication with the home office in Nova Scotia.
  Schedule & Duration

Start Date: Immediate / As soon as possible.
End Date: Friday, May 22nd, 2026.

Requirements

• Experience: Must be an AEA Stage Manager or possess equivalent professional stage management experience.
• Certifications: Current First Aid/CPR training is required.
• Location: We are only considering local Seattle or surrounding area candidates at this time. No travel or housing is provided for this emergency fill-in role.

Compensation
Rate: AEA TYA Stage Manager weekly minimum (pro-rated as applicable).

How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief introductory email to: connect@mermaidstudios.ca

Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.