Cortland Repertory Theatre is accepting resumes for the Stage Manager/Company Manager positions for our 2026 summer season. CRT is a professional theater located in upstate New York, a half hour south of Syracuse, on the edge of the Fingerlakes Region.
Our 2026 summer season will run from May 18 - August 15. Shows include Oklahoma, Baskerville, 9 to 5, Daddy Long Legs, and Annie, plus one or two special events during the season.
The theatre is an intimate (30ft x 30ft, with 10ft proscenium height) 250 seat, three-quarter round thrust stage, located on the second floor of a national historic building.
CRT hires two SM/CMs per season, who alternate between being SM and CM over the 5 productions. Each of the two SMs will be assigned to either 2 or 3 shows to stage manage; during the other shows, the individual will serve as Company Manager. The Stage Manager will work with an ASM throughout the rehearsal process. That ASM then becomes the backstage crew along with another person during tech and the run of the show.
Salary is $850 a week. Travel expenses to Cortland are reimbursed up to $100. Housing is provided in single room/shared suite. We work 6 days a week; payday is Thursday of each week.
Please submit resume with cover letter and at least three references with phone numbers and email addresses. Please include the position you are applying for in the subject line of the email. If possible, PDF versions of your resumes and cover letter are preferred. Interviews will take place via phone. No phone calls, please.
At Cortland Repertory Theatre (CRT), a diverse, inclusive, and equitable organization is one where all employees and volunteers feel valued and respected whatever their gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education, or disability. We are committed to a nondiscriminatory approach and provide equal opportunity for employment and advancement in all our productions, departments, programs, and volunteer opportunities. We respect and value diverse life experiences and heritages and ensure that all voices are valued and heard. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment with equitable treatment for all. We are further committed to considering applicants who are well-rounded but do not fulfill every qualification.
Shared Responsibilities:
- Excellent people skills required for working with directors, technicians, and actors of varying experience levels, from Equity Guest Artists to summer interns and local talent.
- Schedule and run all rehearsals of assigned shows; produce and distribute daily rehearsal and performance reports for technical staff and senior management.
- Call all performances of assigned productions and maintain a positive, safe, smooth running backstage environment.
- Assist the Artistic Director and Production Manager in scheduling housing and transportation for a professional company of 50+ over our 13-week summer season.
- Assist Production Manager in recording daily work hours of actors, interns, and technicians.
- Serve as instructor and mentor for the Assistant Stage Managers.
- Distribute mail, messages, and paychecks to company members.
- Maintain budget expenses for stage management department and related expenditures.
- Assist in coordinating special events and fund raisers, as required.
- Help oversee the safety and well-being of all employees.
Requirements:
- Non-union only.
- Two or more years of Stage Management/Company Management experience in a professional setting.
- Excellent personal, organizational, time management and communication skills.
- The ability to work efficiently and gracefully under pressure and as a team player.
- Driver+rsquo;s License with excellent driving record. Own car REQUIRED.
- CPR or other emergency medical training preferred.
- Experience in summer stock preferred.
- No pets.
