Technical Paid Stage Manager - Edinburgh Fringe Festival Tour (Paid) Curiosity K

Curiosity Killed the Cat
Los Angeles , CA
US
CONTACT NAME

DESCRIPTION

Production:

I'm Still Not That Girl
Compensation

Flat rate:

$2,000 USD

($500/week) for the Edinburgh Fringe performance run.
2-3 rehearsals in New York City are paid separately

from the performance contract.
Housing provided:

Private bedroom in shared festival accommodations. Bathroom and common areas are shared.
Contract Dates

Paid Rehearsals (New York City):

2-3 rehearsals between

July 29-August 1, 2026

(approximately 4 hours each)
Travel to Edinburgh:

August 5, 2026
Performance Run:

August 7-30, 2026
About the Position

We are seeking an experienced

Stage Manager

to join our production for the

Edinburgh Fringe Festival , the world's largest performing arts festival.
This is a rush hire.
Edinburgh is an extremely fast-paced, high-energy festival environment, and we are looking for someone who is calm under pressure, highly organized, proactive, and an excellent communicator. You will be supporting an award-winning

55-minute solo show

and working closely with both the performer and venue technical staff throughout the festival.
Required Qualifications

The following qualifications are required:
Strong working knowledge of

QLab
Experience operating lighting cues
Experience working directly with venue technicians
Ability to troubleshoot technical issues quickly and independently
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced festival environment
Valid passport and ability to travel internationally
Touring or festival experience is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities

Attend

2-3 paid rehearsals

in New York City prior to departure.
Maintain production notes, cue sheets, run sheets, and show paperwork.
Operate all QLab sound and lighting cues during performances.
Coordinate directly with venue technicians during load-in, technical rehearsals, performances, and strike.
Program the show's lighting with the venue technician during an approximately

two-hour technical session

before the first performance. The successful candidate must be comfortable working efficiently within this limited programming window.
Execute a

15-minute load-in , run the

55-minute performance , and complete a

15-minute load-out

after each show.
Support backstage operations and help ensure a smooth and consistent performance throughout the festival.
Collaborate closely with the performer and production team while adapting to the unique demands of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
About the Production

This is an

independent, grassroots production . We are seeking someone who enjoys being part of a collaborative team and understands that, in a festival environment, everyone contributes to the success of the production. While the Stage Manager's primary responsibilities are outlined above, flexibility, initiative, and a willingness to assist beyond traditional role boundaries when needed are essential.
Production Schedule

Travel:

August 5, 2026
Performance Dates:

August 7-30, 2026
Show Runtime:

55 minutes
Load-in:

15 minutes
Load-out:

15 minutes
Only applicants with demonstrated QLab and lighting experience will be considered.
DURATION

Jul 28, 2026 -Aug 31, 2026
SALARY

NON-UNION

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