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The Royal Opera House entrance on Bow Street © ROH 2012 The Royal Opera House aims to enrich people’s lives through opera and ballet.

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Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Posted
Jul 12, 2026

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Deputy Stage Manager - Ballet

at The Royal Opera House


We are seeking to recruit a Deputy Stage Manager to work with the Senior Stage Manager, Stage Manager, and two Assistant Stage Managers to ensure the smooth running of ballet rehearsals and performances in conjunction with all relevant departments. They will ensure that all activities are carried out to the highest possible standard of safety, efficiency, and quality. Our ideal candidate will be a dynamic and highly organised individual with significant stage management and theatre experience who can evidence the following: Substantial ballet stage management experience, including as a DSM, in a major producing theatre, preferably with experience in a repertory house. Excellent orchestral score reading ability and good prompt book preparation skills. Ability to read and accurately interpret technical drawings. Excellent knowledge of mark out procedures. Demonstrable understanding of Health and Safety legislation relevant to theatre and able to undertake accurate and suitable risk assessments. A positive leadership style and the ability to project confidence and exercise tact in relationships with creative teams and artists. Good understanding of ballet repertoire.