The American Shakespeare Center employs talented and energetic arts managers in its administrative offices and at the Blackfriars Playhouse in the historic town of Staunton, Virginia, located at the heart of the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. We provide a dynamic working environment in which duties and responsibilities may change. Our employees are flexible and responsive to shifts in the scope of their duties and enjoy new challenges. We offer an attractive working environment with competitive compensation and benefits, including tickets to performances at the Blackfriars Playhouse.

Equal Opportunity Employer. The American Shakespeare Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or other non-merit factors.

PLAYHOUSE MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION 

Position Summary: The American Shakespeare Center, a dynamic Shakespeare theatre and education center in Staunton, Virginia, seeks a highly motivated independent worker with excellent attention to detail and ability to work well under pressure.  This position is responsible for making the Blackfriars Playhouse a safe, friendly, comfortable, clean, attractive, and enjoyable environment for audience and volunteers.  

The Playhouse Manager is the primary House Manager for all performances at the Blackfriars Playhouse, and manages all aspects of the front of house including Bar Inventory, ABC Code, Usher training and organization, Fire and Safety protocol, and house keeping.  

The ideal candidate will be able to handle high pressure situations, work well independently and proactively, communicate well and manage multiple projects at once.  Experience with customer service and/or house management a plus.  Friendly, helpful demeanor as well as strong organizational skills a must. 
 
Principle Duties:
 
Blackfriars Playhouse Box Office and House Management

• Serve as primary house manager for the Blackfriars Playhouse
• Serve as box office staff, as needed
• Assist with staff scheduling for box office and performance hours
• Complete Bimonthly Bar Tracking Sheet
• Complete End of Month and End of Year Reports for Business Manager   

Bar Management

• Order Bar Stock, as needed
• Maintain the Bar Inventory Tracking Sheet
• Maintain bar supplies (ie cups/napkins, etc)
• Coordinate bar needs for other departmental events

 Playhouse Maintenance

• Schedule or Perform required Playhouse Maintenance
• Proactively manage all Playhouse maintenance needs
• Change Playhouse, Lobby, and Downstairs lightbulbs, as needed
• Monthly – test emergency lighting system
• Make any necessary contact and arrangements with cleaning service
• Maintain weekly “To Do” checklist  

Volunteer Usher Guild Coordination

• Send weekly Usher newsletters
• Lead monthly Usher orientation
• Lead monthly Usher training
• Plan and host biannual Usher Appreciation Events

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