Application Deadline May 14, 2025
Program Dates Sep 11, 2025 - Oct 18, 2025
Overview
This program provides early-career stage managers with the opportunity to enhance their skills under the guidance of professional mentors. Expand your stage management toolkit through hands-on experience in prompt script creation, script analysis, and effective communication. Gain practical experience supporting Kohkom’s premiere production of Babushka, as an assistant stage manager during the program.
Description
This program offers a comprehensive, hands-on experience covering the entire production cycle. As an assistant stage manager, you will gain valuable insight into the collaborative nature of stage management while working alongside professional mentors, you will develop essential stage management skills, including:
- Engage in the full production process – from pre-production and planning to rehearsals, technical rehearsals, opening night, and strike.
- Effective communication with cast, crew, and creative teams. Including Script analysis and prompt script creation, cue calling and show execution.
- Leadership and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment, including time management and scheduling.
- Technical awareness and coordination with production departments to integrate all production elements.
- Gain practical experience as an assistant stage manager for Kohkom’s premiere production of Babushka in the Margaret Greenham Theatre
- Receive mentorship and feedback from experienced stage managers and theatre professionals.
This immersive opportunity will strengthen your confidence and expertise, equipping you with the tools necessary for a successful career in stage management.
Requirements
This program is for early-career stage managers who are looking to deepen their experience in both the rehearsal room and theatre setting.
Ideal candidates should have some prior experience in stage management, either through educational training, community, or professional theatre, who are passionate about stage management and seeking hands-on experience to further develop their professional toolkit.
Due to the generous support of the Slaight Family Foundation the scholarship covers 100% of tuition fees, meals, and accommodation costs.
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