Opportunities

Freelance Stage Manager

About Constella

Our vision is for classical music and ballet to be appealing, relevant, and accessible to 21st-century audiences through daring, bold, and creative interdisciplinary works.

Founded in 2011, Constella Music is the creative powerhouse behind the award-winning composer and conductor Leo Geyer. Constella publishes and performs Geyer's works, which span opera, dance, film, and concert music, and serves as a production company for his growing portfolio in broadcast presenting.

Constella is currently undertaking a major project to restore and perform long-forgotten music written in Auschwitz. This includes the Sky Arts documentary film, The Lost Music of Auschwitz, which has been hailed by the press, such as the Financial Times, describing it as "profoundly moving".

We have also given performances of music from Auschwitz in London, Paris, and Amsterdam, and released a recording on YouTube, which garnered worldwide news coverage.

We are now looking for a stage manager to assist us leading rehearsals, technical periods and performances, (ideally with instrumentalists, singers, dancers and in-house technical teams).

The performances will take place from the 3rd to the 7th of June at the Bloomsbury Theatre in London.

Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

Proven experience as Stage Manager, leading rehearsals, technical periods and performances, (ideally with instrumentalists, singers, dancers and in-house technical teams).
The ability to read musical scores.
Experience of writing risk assessments, rehearsal notes and show reports.
Experience of calling shows.
A practical individual, able to demonstrate excellent focus and organisational skills.
Computer literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Google Drive.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage creative individuals and lead and organise teams up to 25 people proactively and calmly.
Solution focussed, with the ability to work under pressure.
An excellent communicator and listener.
Understanding and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Key Accountabilities

In collaboration with the Freelance Producer, schedule the technical period onwards.
Lead stage rehearsals, technical periods and performances, ensuring they run smoothly and on schedule to high artistic and technical standards.
Write and share detailed rehearsal notes and show reports for all stage rehearsals and performances.
Establish any set, costume or prop requirements for rehearsals/performances ahead of time.
With the Freelance Producer, provide pastoral care for the company.
Running the stage during stage rehearsals and performances.
Calling the shows and stage rehearsals, managing any show stops or emergency situations.
Preparation of all risk assessments required for Bloomsbury Theatre.
Ensure Health & Safety protocols are followed by the company, with an overall view of H&S procedures and reporting systems.
General props and set maintenance that may be required.
Represent the company with discretion and courtesy, safeguarding all confidential information.

Location

London

Working Commitment

29 May 2025
01-07 June 2025
One additional day of preparation to attend meetings/prepare risk assessments.

Unfortunately, we are unable to consider those who are not available for the full period listed above. One additional day of preparation is included within the fee to attend meetings (TBC) and prepare risk assessments.

Remuneration

Inclusive fee of £1,133 for a total of 9 x 8 hour days of work.

Interested applicants should send their CV with a short cover letter (2 pages maximum) explaining your suitability for the role by 13.00, Saturday 26 April 2025 to: productions@constella.org.uk

Freelance Producer (applications now closed)

About Constella

Our vision is for classical music and ballet to be appealing, relevant, and accessible to 21st-century audiences through daring, bold, and creative interdisciplinary works.

Founded in 2011, Constella Music is the creative powerhouse behind the award-winning composer and conductor Leo Geyer. Constella publishes and performs Geyer's works, which span opera, dance, film, and concert music, and serves as a production company for his growing portfolio in broadcast presenting.

Constella is currently undertaking a major project to restore and perform long-forgotten music written in Auschwitz. This includes the Sky Arts documentary film, The Lost Music of Auschwitz, which has been hailed by the press, such as the Financial Times, describing it as "profoundly moving".

We have also given performances of music from Auschwitz in London, Paris, and Amsterdam, and released a recording on YouTube, which garnered worldwide news coverage.

We are now looking for a freelance producer to assist us with successfully bringing our opera-ballet The Lost Music of Auschwitz to the stage.

The performances will take place from the 3rd to the 7th of June at the Bloomsbury Theatre in London.

Key Accountabilities

Production Management

Project management support for the creative and management team
Organise and minute production meetings and follow up on agreed actions
Organise rehearsal venues
Organise dance auditions
Organise and manage artist schedules and rehearsals
Lead on health and safety requirements
Liaise with the performance venue
Review invoices received against contracts and agreements
Maintain contact sheets and distribution lists for productions
Prep artist and creatives, cast sheets/ information packs for the performances
Problem solving during rehearsals and performances
Help organise outreach activities related to the production
Post-production wrap-up activities
Any other production-related tasks that might be required

Social Media Management

Propose and write engaging content
Prep a social media calendar for the production
Posting social media updates on our various channels incl. Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram
Media relations management admin

Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

Performing Arts

Passionate about the performing arts, including music, opera, and ballet

Relevant Production Management experience

Experience as a producer/ production manager in theatrical productions

People Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Flexible, tactful, responsive, and calm approach
Understands the needs of artists and customers and can instill confidence

Other Skills

Social Media: experienced in producing engaging material for different social media channels
Strong communication and organisational skills
Accuracy and attention to detail
Confident working independently, happy to take initiative, and excellent time management
Flexibility to work varied hours, depending on demand
Proficient Microsoft Office User, good knowledge of Word & Excel
Familiar with Google Drive

Location

Working from home
In person at various London locations for meetings, rehearsals, and performances

Start Date & Hours

Start date - asap
Min. 1Oh/ week, expected to be significantly more from May to mid-June

Remuneration

Day rate £150, negotiable depending on skills and experience

Interested applicants should send their CV with a short cover letter by 5 pm, 13th April 2025 to: info@constella.org.uk

Dancers (applications now closed)

Constella Music is looking for female and male dancers with a strong classical and contemporary technique and min 3 years professional experience to work with renowned choreographer Claudia Schreier on its ‘The Lost Music of Auschwitz’ production.

Must be available from the 12th May – 7th June for rehearsals and performances at the Bloomsbury Theatre in London.

Please send your CV and showreel to info@constella.org.uk by the 11th April.

Auditions will be by invitation only on the 15th April at a London location - ballet flats, form-fitting attire, no pointe work.

Total Fee: £3,900