Working in theaters
Working in theaters
Inigomontoya
Featured Actor Joined: 6/24/07
#1Working in theaters
Posted: 7/29/08 at 5:38am
Hi,
Ive' just turned 21, which means i'm just about to finish my army service in my country, and Ive' set my mind to take a chance and move to N.Y and try to get a job as a play/stage manager.
can anyone help me get started with some basic info like where do I apply for a job, and what's the usual salary?
Thanks:)
Tal.
theatreboi11
Broadway Star Joined: 5/9/05
#2re: Working in theaters
Posted: 7/29/08 at 10:28am
Being a stage manager is a huge responsibility. Having graduated from a college with a stage management program and dealing very closly with them, I can tell you that it is all about experience. Since their job description is never ending, I am sure companies will be looking for those who have had the experience.
My suggestion is to either find a school with a stage management program and get some training or find a really good internship. You will most likly have to assistant stage manage for a while before taking on the huge role of stage manager.
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