Responsible to: Project Manager
Work based in: Manchester, touring North West
Fixed Fee of £2,865 (equivalent 5 weeks)


Deadline: 5pm, Friday 9 August

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We are looking for a highly organised and practical team player to join us as Production Manager to support the pilot Northwest micro-tour of Barbara and its supporting engagement activity.

The Production Manager will support the logistical planning and stage management of the tour, working with the Project Manager and Technical Manager to ensure smooth and efficient operational delivery of the overall project.

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How to Apply

To apply please email contact@markcroasdale.com with a CV of your relevant experience and a cover letter or video statement outlining why you are suitable for the role and why you would like to join the team.

Barbara has been funded by Arts Council England National Lottery funding.

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About Barbara

Barbara is an immersive theatrical experience that sensitively explores the subject of dementia through the lens of how we care for those we love and how we care for ourselves. 

Barbara and Bernard will transport their guests to a bygone era with music, polite conversation and exceptional hosting. Through warmth, affection and humour, the lid is lifted on what it means to care for someone you love when they lose their way. 

Created by lead artist Mark Croasdale, Barbara began life as a scratch performance for TurnOnFest at Hope Mill Theatre in 2020, it received an R&D grant in 2023 in partnership with The Edge and University of Salford Dementia Institute.

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You can view the tour pack for more information about the show here: https://tinyurl.com/Barbara2024 

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There will be music. There will be laughter. There will be crumpets!

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Key Project Dates for Production Manager

We will require the Production Manager to be available on the following dates. We are still in the process of confirming some 2025 dates, these will be confirmed in the near future.

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• Mon 19 – Sat 21 August 2024 – show rehearsals at Salford New Adelphi (3 days)

• Sat 31 August 2024 – pop-up engagement at Whitehaven Harbour Festival

• Mon 14 October 2024 – bespoke activity for launch of Storyhouse Elder’s Festival, Chester

• Thu 21  - Sat 23 November 2024 – 3 x Barbara performances for Spot On Lancashire Rural Touring (Rossendale, Blackburn & third venue TBC)

• Jan/Feb 2025 (date TBC) – 1 x Barbara performance at Salford New Adelphi

• Feb/March 2025 (date TBC) – 1 x Barbara performance at Rosehill, Whitehaven

• Feb/March 2025 (date TBC) – 1 x Barbara performance at Bury Met

• Sat 1 March 2025 – 2 x Barbara performance at Storyhouse, Chester

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Accommodation for tour dates will be covered, with the exception of the two Greater Manchester venues (Bury Met and Salford New Adelphi).

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Travel and per diems for tour dates will be covered upon receipt of expenditure.

Specific Duties:

• Organise and coordinate tour schedule with team, set and equipment and communicate any changes promptly.

• Oversee the get-in and get-out at each venue.

• Coordinate with tour venue staff regarding scheduling, technical requirements and arrangements, and any other logistical details.

• Coordinate with the creative team, technical manager, and venue staff to ensure all production elements are aligned and executed efficiently.

• Manage the transportation and storage of set, props, costumes, and equipment throughout the tour.

• Coordinate the team’s travel, accommodation and other overheads for the tour.

• Budget management for travel and transport, accommodation, insurance, per diems and other overheads, following agreed expense procedures and record keeping.

• Run pre-show and backstage operations during performances and events including cueing performers and managing set and props and establishing clear communications between all members of the production team.

• Maintain accurate production paperwork, including show notes, schedules, and contact lists.

• To support team welfare on the tour including First Aid, ensuring breaks are taken, and encouraging check-ins with the team.

• Responsibility for health and safety including creation of risk assessments for all events and compliance with any venue health and safety requirements.

• Organising public liability insurance for the tour.

• Handle any emergency scenarios that may arise on the tour.​​