Seeking Touring Production Stage Managers and Assistants
Big League Productions (BLP) seeks Production Stage Manager and Assistant Stage Manager submissions for the upcoming 2026/2027 national touring season. BLP touring productions include MYSTIC PIZZA: THE MUSICAL, A CHRISTMAS STORY, and LEGALLY BLONDE.
Responsibilities
These full‑time, touring positions will collaborate with the General Manager, Producer, and the Creative Team to support the day‑to‑day business, logistics, and operations of these tours.
Ensuring proper run‑of‑show protocols
Facilitating communication across all creative and technical departments
Distributing all show‑related daily reports and schedules
Assisting the Head Carpenter with advancing calls to upcoming venues
Calling all technical cues during performances and overseeing all backstage activity when in performance
Facilitating brush‑up and understudy rehearsals during the tour’s run (making sure that put‑ins are happening)
Assisting run‑of‑show backstage
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Strong team players with the ability to work well under pressure
Attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Previous touring experience, while not mandatory, is preferred
A valid US driver's license is required
The ability to lift up to 50 lbs., push/pull 100 lbs, stand for extended periods of time (3+ hours), and navigate multiple levels of stairs
Timeline
All tours will play a mixture of one‑week engagements, split‑weeks, and one‑night performances. Mystic Pizza and Legally Blonde also have a few layoff weeks sprinkled throughout the itinerary.
MYSTIC PIZZA: A MUSICAL TIMELINE
Rehearsals Start: September 1, 2026 (NYC)
Tech/Previews: September 21‑27, 2026 (Elmira, NY)
National Tour: September 2026 – April 2027
Additional bookings possible.
A CHRISTMAS STORY TIMELINE
Rehearsals Start: October 20, 2026 (NYC)
Tech/Previews: November 9‑15, 2026 (Elmira, NY)
National Tour: November 2026 – December 2026
LEGALLY BLONDE TIMELINE
Rehearsals Start: December 11, 2026 (NYC)
Tech/Previews: January 11‑21, 2027 (Cerritos, CA)
National Tour: January 2027 – May 2027
Additional bookings possible.
Compensation
Manager positions start at $1,100 per week (increasing with experience).
Assistant positions start at $950 per week (increasing with experience).
Hotel and per diem provided on the road.
Submission Window
Open throughout Summer 2026. Interviews to take place on a rolling, show‑by‑show basis. Interviews will begin late Summer 2026. If you have any questions about submissions, please email riley@bigleague.org.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Big League Productions (BLP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Duration
Sep 1, 2026 –
Salary
NON-UNION
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