Guthrie Theater 2026-27 Season Equity Stage Managers - Guthrie Theater Auditions

Guthrie Theater 2026–27 Season - Stage Manager Submissions

Guthrie Theater Foundation | Minneapolis, MN

CONTRACT

PERSONNEL

• LORT Non-Rep: See breakdown for production-specific personnel.
• LORT A:
  • $2,110 weekly minimum — Stage Manager
  • Other dates: $1,759 weekly minimum — Assistant Stage Manager (see breakdown for production-specific dates)
• LORT B:
  • $1,446 weekly minimum — Stage Manager
  • Other: $1,229 weekly minimum — Assistant Stage Manager

SEEKING

The Guthrie Theater is seeking Equity stage managers for the 2026–27 season (see breakdown below). Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. The Guthrie is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to submit.

SUBMISSION

INSTRUCTIONS

Please submit your resume for consideration at:
https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/3977178

Deadline: Monday, March 23, 2026

Breakdown

Guthrie Theater 2026–27 Season

Dates subject to change

WAITING FOR GODOT (LORT A)

by Samuel Beckett

directed by Joseph Haj

• 1st Rehearsal: August 11, 2026
• 1st Tech: September 8, 2026
• Opening: September 17, 2026
• Close: October 11, 2026

A CHRISTMAS CAROL (LORT A)

by Charles Dickens, adapted by Lavina Jadhwani

directed by Addie Gorlin-Han

• 1st Rehearsal: October 15, 2026
• 1st Tech: November 6, 2026
• Opening: November 14, 2026
• Close: December 27, 2026

AND THEN THERE WERE NONE (LORT B)

by Agatha Christie

directed by Tracy Brigden

• 1st Rehearsal: November 17, 2026
• 1st Tech: December 8, 2026
• Opening: December 17, 2026
• Close: February 21, 2027

INTIMATE APPAREL (LORT A)

by Lynn Nottage

directed by Lili-Anne Brown

• 1st Rehearsal: December 21, 2026
• 1st Tech: January 19, 2027
• Opening: January 28, 2027
• Close: February 28, 2027

JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN (LORT B)

by Kimberly Belflower

directed by Marti Lyons

• 1st Rehearsal: TBD
• 1st Tech: March 10, 2027
• Opening: March 18, 2027
• Close: April 25, 2027

A TALE OF TWO CITIES (LORT A)

by Charles Dickens, adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher

directed by Joseph Haj

• 1st Rehearsal: March 2, 2027
• 1st Tech: March 28, 2027
• Opening: April 8, 2027
• Close: May 23, 2027

EUREKA DAY (LORT B)

by Jonathan Spector

directed by Jenn Thompson

• 1st Rehearsal: April 20, 2027
• 1st Tech: May 11, 2027
• Opening: May 20, 2027
• Close: June 16, 2027

PIRATES OF PENZANCE (LORT A)

by W. S. Gilbert & Arthur Sullivan

directed and choreographed by Darko Tresnjak

• 1st Rehearsal: May 18, 2027
• 1st Tech: June 13, 2027
• Opening: June 24, 2027
• Close: August 22, 2027

THE ORGANIZATION

The Guthrie Theater engages exceptional theater artists in the exploration of both classic and contemporary plays, connecting the community we serve to one another and to the world. Through its extraordinary artists, staff, and facility, the Guthrie is committed to the people of Minnesota, and from its place, rooted deeply in the Twin Cities, influences the field as a leading 21st-century arts organization.

Every year more than 500 people, both on stage and off, help ensure our success in creating and supporting the highest level of theater. As an organization, we are committed to our values of Artistic Excellence; Community; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility; and Fiscal Responsibility.

LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The Guthrie Theater would like to acknowledge that we gather on the traditional land of the Dakota People and honor with gratitude the land itself and the people who have stewarded it throughout the generations, including the Ojibwe and other Indigenous nations.

THE POSITION

The Guthrie Theater seeks Stage Managers and Assistant Stage Managers for the 2026–2027 season. These positions will work with the Director, Production Manager, Production Stage Manager, Company Manager, Producer, and heads of all other applicable departments during rehearsals, tech, preview performances, and the post-opening run to ensure the success of the production. The Stage Manager and Assistant Stage Manager will also follow all AEA rules and regulations while maintaining artistic excellence and integrity throughout the production.

All staff members are expected to center, model, and champion the Guthrie’s core values of Artistic Excellence; Community; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility; and Fiscal Responsibility.

This is a temporary position for the duration of the production. Rehearsal schedules typically span daytime hours from Tuesday–Sunday with evenings during tech week and preview performances; the schedule will vary based on specifics for each production.

The Guthrie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building an equitable environment that finds strength in diversity of identity, experience, and perspective. We are dedicated to hiring and developing talented teams which are inclusive and welcoming to individuals with different backgrounds, thoughts, and abilities. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theater field are strongly encouraged to apply.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Schedule all rehearsals and any outside calls in accordance with Equity regulations both before and after opening.
• Call actors and necessary creative team and crew for rehearsals and performances.
• Assemble and maintain the prompt book, defined as the accurate playing text and stage business, together with cue sheets, plots, daily records, and other materials necessary for the technical and artistic operation of the production.
• Work with the Director, Production Manager, Production Stage Manager, Company Manager, Producer, and heads of all other applicable departments during rehearsals, tech, preview performances, and the post-opening run.
• Serve as the liaison between the company of the show and the staff of the Guthrie.
• Assume active responsibility for the form and regulation of rehearsal and performance, and be the executive instrument on the technical running of each performance.
• Maintain the artistic intentions of the show after opening, including calling correctional rehearsals of the company when necessary and preparing understudies and replacements.
• Keep records necessary to advise the Producer on matters of attendance, time, health benefits, or other matters relating to the rights of Equity members.
• Maintain regulations as provided in the Equity Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules where required, appealable in every case to Equity.
• Uphold the institution’s mission and values within the rehearsal room and theater spaces by assisting Guthrie staff to create and maintain a safe and functional rehearsal room environment.
• Serve as a leader of the stage management team by providing supervision, guidance, and mentorship to other team members.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated stage management experience required.
• Demonstrated experience and/or interest working in a professional theater.
• Aptitude for organization, communication, and flexibility.
• Standard computer skills and understanding of current technology.
• Creative, motivated, proactive, and anticipatory.
• Ability to work under pressure and on deadline.
• High level of interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours/days, including evenings and weekends, reflective of the dynamic schedule of the theater.
• Experience with and commitment to working with individuals and teams that exemplify diversity of identity, experience, and perspective, including (but not limited to) race, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, family and/or marital status, creed, religion, ancestry, disability, national origin, sexual orientation or sexual identity, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, body size/type, status with regard to public assistance, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.