Daphne is a vivid, intimate and imaginative new play about the life and inner world of Daphne du Maurier – one of the most celebrated and enigmatic writers of the twentieth century. Blending memory, imagination and storytelling, the play explores the woman behind the novels: her creativity, her contradictions, her loves and longings. Moving fluidly between different moments in her life, Daphne invites audiences into a rich theatrical portrait that is by turns witty, moving, romantic and quietly haunting. This is a bold new piece of theatre, written by acclaimed new-kid-on-block Rosie Race, that celebrates the power of stories, the complexity of identity, and the cost – and beauty – of a life devoted to art.
Working closely with the Director (Martin Berry), Production Manager and the wider creative and technical teams, the Company Stage Manager will play a central role in the smooth running of rehearsals and performances. They will oversee the day-to-day organisation of the show company, manage the Stage Management team, and act as a key point of communication across departments.
Responsibilities will include running technical rehearsals, preparing relevant show documentation, assisting the Assistant Stage Manager and Designer with props sourcing, coordinating schedules and calls, and ensuring clear communication between creative, technical and producing teams. The Company Stage Manager will lead the show through technical rehearsals and performances, undertaking a show track where required, and maintaining the artistic and technical integrity of the production throughout the run. A strong commitment to safe working practices, professionalism and company care is essential. The CSM may also be required to support an Elevate: Production training placement in an area of the production team. If applicable, relevant information and support will be given.
We are looking for an experienced and confident Company Stage Manager with excellent organisational and communication skills, and a calm, solutions-focused approach to problem-solving. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative rehearsal environment, be adaptable to evolving creative processes, and bring care, clarity and leadership to a vibrant and ambitious new production.
We are keen to employ someone for this role who is based in or has a meaningful connection to the South West of England (such as through birth, family connections or education). We are also interested in hearing from people who may not be available for these dates, but who would be interested in working at Exeter Northcott in this capacity in the future. Please make this clear in your application should this be the case.
Dates
- Rehearsals: 8th June – 30th June 2026
- Fit up: 29th June – 30th June 2026
- Tech: 1st July – 3rd July 2026
- Performances: 4th July – 11th July 2026 (No performances on 5th July)
- Get out/Returns: 13th July 2026
Fee
£790.79/week plus applicable travel/subsistence
How to apply
As part of our commitment to inclusion we’re working to widen the pool of people who hear about vacancies at the theatre and make the process of applying for a job as straightforward as possible.
For this role we’re asking all candidates to click on the Apply Now link for this vacancy on our website and submit written and/or video/audio responses to the same three questions so you can tell us about yourself and why you’re the right person for this role:
- Tell us about yourself and why you want to work at the Northcott
- Tell us how you meet the person specification
- Tell us about what professional support you might need if we were to offer you this role
- And then upload a copy of your latest CV
If you would like the information in an alternative format, support in completing your application, or you would like an alternative way to make your application, please contact us at [email protected].
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Cait Laws, Programme Producer [email protected]
Closing date: 10am, Monday 9th March 2026
Interview dates: Thursday 19th and Friday 20th March 2026 at the Northcott Theatre
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