Historic Royal Palaces
Stage Manager
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Location: Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace & Kensington Palace
We are seeking to employ additional Stage Managers (casual) to work across our sites, the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace and Kensington Palace primarily, to ensure the smooth running of performances and rehearsals of our live programmes (shows and events), in conjunction with all relevant departments.
About the Role
Stage Managers will host, enable and support the work of a range of creatives, artists, performers, and technical collaborators (‘the Company’). This is an instrumental role in supporting the Live Programmes and Interpretation and Design Teams to realise the artistic concept of live productions and events to the standards set out by Historic Royal Palaces. Stage Managers will act as the lead contact on the day for the cast and HRP Operations Teams and support with the smooth running of performances, including ensuring the cast are on time and props are set and maintained. They will operate effectively as a team member by ensuring that all work is carried out to the standards of quality, efficiency and safety laid down by HRP.
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Requirements
- Dynamic and highly organized
- Experience of stage management/ stage technical management in theatres, festivals or other large-scale events
- Experience of working with a range of creative collaborators and performers
- Experience of working within production teams
- Knowledge of best practice in production process and theatre making
- Ability to think on your feet and propose workable solutions when unforeseen situations arise
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to project confidence and exercise tact in relationships with creative teams and artists
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Benefits Include
- Enhanced holiday entitlement
- Generous Employers Pension Contributions (up to 11%)
- Annual Pay reviews & Bonuses
- Critical Illness Cover & Life Assurance
- Family friendly policies and benefits
- Staff discounts and membership to all palaces
Salary
£166.48 per day
(£39,610 basic FTE)
Closing date
Tuesday 11th August 2026
Interview dates
19th, 20th and 25th August 2026.
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