Theatre: Stage Management
This guide provides links to basic theatre research: history, design, acting, production, scripts, videos, and careers.
Organizations
- Actors' Equity AssociationActors' Equity is the stage managers union in the US.
- Stage Management Association - UK"The SMA is the (UK) national organisation for stage managers and those interested in stage management and other backstage work."
- TCG Membership DirectoryTCG keeps an up-to-date list of member Theatre companies.
- TCG Research & ResourcesTCG conducts research to assess the changing needs and conditions of the theatre community. Some resources may require membership, or are only available for free when a few years out-of-date.
SMs in "Vegas, baby, Vegas!"
Photo by Jason Karsh: CC BY-NC 2.0
- Cirque du Soleil: Production, Operations, & Artistic Support(Note: website may not be Firefox compatible) Love, KÀ, Mystère, O, Zumanity, Criss Angel, and Believe. "On average, more than 100 professionals and 50 artists work on each show."
- Caesars EntertainmentCaesars, Harrah’s, Horseshoe, Bally’s, Flamingo, Grand Biloxi, Harvey's, Imperial Palace, Paris, Planet Hollywood, Rio, and Showboat.
- Palms Casino ResortThe Palms
- MGM Resorts InternationalBellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Monte Carlo, New York-New York, Circus Circus, Luxor, Excalibur, and City Center's Aria.
- Wynn ResortsWynn and Encore.
Library Resources for Stage Managers
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- Firearm Safety OnstageClick the link above for a 40-minute streamed video. Also available on DVD, if you prefer that format.
- Play It Safe: Introduction to Theatre SafetyClick the link above for an 80-minute streaming video. Also available on DVD, if you prefer that format.
Who Else Hires Stage Managers?
- Exhibitions MagazineAn online publication dedicated to the Trade Show/Convention Exhibition world, which lists job postings for event/exhibitor/trade show managers.
- Opera AmericaCentral clearinghouse for jobs with opera companies in the US.
- The International Association of Amusement Parks and AttractionsThe largest international trade association for permanently situated amusement facilities worldwide. The organization represents theme parks, zoos, museums, and other entertainment centers in 97 countries.