Uppingham School Theatre is seeking a creative and driven Theatre Manager and Production Lead to shape the future of one of the East Midlands'' most exciting performance venues. Whether you''re a stage manager ready to lead, or an experienced arts venue expert looking for creative ownership, this is a rare chance to blend hands-on production work and operational management, working with talented young performers, visiting artists, and a supportive in-house team to deliver outstanding theatre experiences. About the role Uppingham Theatre is a 300-seat proscenium arch venue with a 160-seat drama studio. It hosts a vibrant programme of pupil productions, Sixth Form showcases, and large-scale school shows, as well as a busy calendar of touring acts, comedians, musicians, speakers, and local dance and stage schools. As Theatre Manager, you will support in the day-to-day running of the venue. You''ll work closely with the Commercial Team and external hirers, managing bookings, contracts, schedules and technical requirements, while contributing to the growth of a commercially successful and artistically exciting events calendar. You''ll also take the lead on all front-of-house operations, ensuring every visitor enjoys a welcoming, safe and professionally run experience. In your role as Production Lead, you''ll be the lead producer for five major in-house productions each year. You''ll manage all non-technical elements - costume, props, scheduling, budgeting, make-up and stage mana