What is Theater Design and Production - Stage Management ? The stage manager shall assume active responsibility for the form and discipline of rehearsal and performance, and be the executive insturment on the technical running of each performance. The stage manager shall work with the Director and the heads of all other departments, during rehearsal and after opening, schedule rehearsal and outside calls in accordance with standard professional practices. A stage manager is responsible for the calling of all rehearsals, assembling and maintaining the prompt book which is defined as the accurate playing text and stage business, together with such cue sheets, plots, daily records, etc., as are necessary for the actual technical and artisitc operation of the produciton. Finally, the stage manager will maintain the artistic intentions of the Director and the Producer after opening, to the best of his/her ability and keep records as are necessary to advise the Producer on matters of discipline, such as attendance. (Summary from the "Definition of the Duties of a Stage Manager" as provided by the Actors Equity Association, the professional union of performers and stage managers.)

Career Possibilities Theatrical Stage Manager Theatrical Production Manager Special Events Manager or Coordinator Theatrical Company Manager Industrial Stage Manager Theatrical Assistant Director Venue Manager