Stage Manager/Show Caller

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Job Summary

TEG Live Europe and Life Like Touring are looking to fill the position of Stage Manager/Show Caller for the upcoming UK Tour of Gabby’s Dollhouse Live! from March–May 2026. Based on DreamWorks Animation’s hit Netflix series, the live show will rehearse in London March 2-21, before touring.

Job Description

Candidates should be London based, have local work rights, and be available for all rehearsal and national tour dates from 2 March 2026 (with the possibility of pre-production days in the previous week, paid pro-rata) up to/around 3 May 2026. Rehearsals will be in London from 2 – 21 March, before heading off on tour.

The Employee shall perform all services customarily rendered by the Stage Manager/Show Caller of a musical theatre show (of the same quality and calibre as a West End musical). Without limitation the following employee duties shall include:

  • Attendance at rehearsals and rehearsal management.
  • Managing the rehearsal schedule with the Production Manager and Creative Team and creating weekly/daily call sheets, as required.
  • Calling the show and cueing all departments in technical rehearsal/performance with relevant cues.
  • Completion of Rehearsal Reports and Tour Show Reports as supplied by TEG and signing off on all elements scheduled, including induction of local crew into the show and Health and Safety protocol.
  • Working with the Production Manager to manage aspects of the production, including, cast and crew plots backstage during performance; overseeing set and prop movements; puppetry; care for the cast and costumes during performances.
  • Cast management across the tour.
  • Marking up the script with cues for all departments relevant to the production and ensuring local crew receive accurate cue sheets.
  • Managing the induction of Cast into each venue and risk management.
  • Actively participate in all matters and activities relating to Health and Safety including compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and codes of Practice.
  • To liaise with the Cast/Crew regarding any relevant issues/ incidents/accidents or near-misses arising before, during or after the performance, and ensure these and any technical, client or other issues are reported.
  • To fill in Incident/ Accident Report forms for the cast and crew as necessary in rehearsals and on tour.

Job Requirements

  • Extensive Stage Management experience, particularly in musical theatre (family entertainment experience an advantage)
  • Highly skilled in the calling of live musical theatre performances (ability to read music an advantage)
  • Solid experience with QLab playback software
  • Outstanding organisation and communication skills, written and verbal
  • Demonstrate a clear understanding of “performance” etiquette, including a comprehensive knowledge of theatre traditions, protocol and terminology
  • Management of production documentation including the calling script, emergency protocols, show reports, confidential company personal information, incident/accident/near miss forms, risk assessment/management forms, sign in sheets
  • Demonstrated ability to work with creative and technical personnel and performers
  • Ability to work under pressure, using tact, diplomacy and flexibility
  • A comprehensive general knowledge of workplace safety procedures and protocols
  • Legally able to work in the UK

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Stage Manager/Show Caller
  • Salary: £40k-£50k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Performing arts
  • Role: Technical & Production
  • Contract: Contract
  • Closing date: Sat, 31 Jan 2026

  • Location:
    London

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