Production & Lighting Stage Manager, Just Us Dance Theatre

Just Us Dance Theatre are looking for a Production & Lighting Stage Manager to work with us on our upcoming Spring 2026 tour with the Just Us Hip Hop Apprenticeship Company.

This brand-new double bill will be performed by young artists aged 19-25, and we're seeking someone who can support, mentor, and connect with emerging performers as they take their first steps into professional touring.

The role includes:
Liaising with venues and technical teams
Creating the show tech spec & risk assessments
Collaborating with choreographers to design a lighting plan
Adapting lighting for each venue on tour
Operating the production during all performances

Availability required:
2 half-day (approx 3-4 hours) studio visits during creation (March 2026)
Production week: w/c 13 April 2026 (approx 7 hours 9am to 5pm each day)
Premiere: Friday 17 April 2026 (show is at 7.30pm)
Show dates (half day get in, full day show day): 21-22 April, 4-5 June
+ 2 additional show dates in May/July (dates TBC)

Fee: £3,850 (inclusive of prep, production week, premiere, 5 shows, studio visits & lighting plans)

APPLICATION PROCESS
Deadline: 24 January 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 2 February 2026
Final decision by: 13 February 2026

To express your interest, please send a short introduction and outline of relevant experience (CV optional) to:
[email protected] / [email protected]
(FAO: Francesca Padovani, Company Manager)

We look forward to hearing from you!