2nd Assistant Stage Manager presso Boston Ballet

Description

The heart of Boston Ballet is the human experience. Through our living and breathing art, we forge human connections—between artist and attendee, teacher and trainee, friend and newcomer, one's outer and inner self. We believe that the community of employees that makes dance possible is better together when talented individuals with varied life experiences, identities, races, cultures and ideas are welcomed, encouraged, and heard.

Boston Ballet is hiring a 2nd Assistant Stage Manager to support the overall live presentation seen by the audience from its inception in the studio through the performance on stage, including all details related to the stage & studio during The Nutcracker. The position will run from November 11 - December 28, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Daily preparation and maintenance of the performing and rehearsal environments for the Dancers and Artistic Staff (including guest choreographers and repetiteurs).
• Assist the Production Stage Manager, Stage Manager & Assistant Stage Manager in all performance activities, and daily coordination of theatre activities. (Possibility of “calling” of performances, but not a requirement of position.)
• Prepare paperwork as assigned, assist in dissemination of production specific paperwork.
• Learn production and be able to run both sides of the deck during performances. 
• Enforcement of Company policies and directives of the Artistic Staff and PSM regarding professional behavior for all performers in the theatre(s).
• Other job-related assignments as needed. 

Requirements

• College degree. (Theatre or affiliated major preferred) or equivalent experience.
• Solid communication, management, and organization skills.
• Must have the ability to remain calm in stressful situations and have demonstrated experience handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Minimum of three years stage management experience with some in a major performing arts company at the equivalent scale of Boston Ballet productions. (Dance experience preferred)
• Ability to Read Music preferred.
• Knowledge of basic Video and Audio equipment.
• Computer skills – Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience working w/ Unions preferred. (AGMA, AFM, IATSE, & USA)