Career Opportunities at Disney Theatrical Group

Stage Manager - The Lion King, London

We are seeking a passionate, driven and motivated individual to lead the Stage Management team for Disney’s The Lion King at London’s Lyceum Theatre. As Stage Manager, you will work closely with the Production Manager, General and Company Management. You will act as the main point of contact between the Disney office and Stage Management, taking a lead role in ensuring the smooth running and excellence of the production.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Manage, supervise, and schedule members of the stage management team.
• Responsible for the welfare of members of the Company, carrying out department check-ins within the working week.
• Liaise with the company manager, technical departments, resident creative team, production and general management teams, and venue staff to ensure the smooth running of all rehearsals and performances.
• Communicate promptly with the company manager, production, general management, and the resident creative team about any changes that might impact Production.
• Responsible for setting up and running rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and performances, ensuring the creative team and company are supported suitably. This includes recast rehearsals and ongoing cover rehearsals.
• Take an active role in teaching new members of staff and deps.
• Ensure an awareness of understudy and swing performances ahead of each show and make necessary adjustments.
• Perform daily setup, oversee stage pre-sets, and communicate clearly with the deputy stage manager and the crew.
• Manage the backstage and onstage areas during performances, overseeing scene changes to ensure these occur safely.
• Handle any problems that occur during performances quickly and calmly.
• Produce accurate rehearsal schedules and show reports and circulate them accordingly.
• Maintain the Production as instructed and dictated by the artistic requirements and under the direction of the production manager and resident creative team.
• Create accurate production paperwork and ensure the efficient flow of information as necessary for the smooth running of the show.
• Familiarise yourself with all plots/tracks within the stage management department to provide holiday or absence cover for other department members as needed.
• Learn the book and cueing of the performance to provide a safe and consistent cover.
• Attend weekly Head of Department meetings.
• Support the Disney marketing and press department in making arrangements for events and backstage tours, attending as necessary.
• Work in full compliance with Disney’s Health and Safety Policy and maintain knowledge of relevant legislation and best practices.

Skills Required

• Background: Experience in a similar role within a large-scale musical production, working alongside an international cast, is highly desirable.
• Technical Knowledge: Knowledge of setting up, maintaining, and operating stage systems, with a solid understanding of stage management practices and backstage operations.
• Communication: Clear, confident communication and decision-making skills are essential.
• Composure: Ability to remain focused and calm under pressure.
• Leadership: Transparent and open approach; able to work well under pressure and lead by example to motivate and guide the stage team.
• Problem-Solving: Strong initiative and practical problem-solving abilities to address challenges quickly and efficiently backstage.
• Desirable: Experience of being “on-the-book” and score reading ability desirable.
• Proven ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently.
• Highly effective team player with strong collaboration skills.
• Capable of following instructions and adhering to department protocols.
• Motivated to learn new skills and committed to upholding the quality of a major production.
• Demonstrates discretion and professionalism when working closely with others.
• Well-organised and detail-oriented in all aspects of work.

Additional Information

• Contract Type: Fixed-Term.
• Start Date: Late March 2026
• Hours: 48 hours per week
• Schedule: Tuesday to Sunday (evening and weekend show schedule)
• Health & Safety: This role will require the candidate to understand and follow the Health and Safety Rules & Regulations at the production.

For more information, or to apply please contact dtg.recruitment@disney.com

Please include a covering letter with your CV.
Closing date for applications: 13th February 2026

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