Professional stage management and technical theatre services
Delivering dependable technical support, meticulous show calling, and complete backstage management for regional theatres, producing houses, and touring companies across the UK.
Backstage and production expertise
Whether you need comprehensive stage management for a full rehearsal run and tour, or sharp show calling for complex live performances, Alex James Theatre delivers disciplined, calm, and collaborative support at every stage.
Stage management (SM & DSM)
Comprehensive rehearsal coordination, prompt copy creation, and precision show calling. We ensure lighting, sound, automation, and cast cues run seamlessly throughout every performance.
Assistant stage management (ASM)
Reliable props sourcing, track management, wing running, and deck support. Keeping backstage operations tidy, organised, and secure so actors and creatives can perform at their best.
Technical crew & touring support
Hands-on rigging, fit-up support, and multi-venue adaptability. Experienced in helping touring productions transfer cleanly between venues of all sizes without compromising quality.
Precision behind the curtain
A great production relies on invisible preparation and steady leadership under pressure. We partner with directors, production managers, and cast members to maintain the artistic integrity of the work night after night.
Show calling and deputy stage management
Calling a show requires exceptional timing, acute musicality or text awareness, and calm authority over the comms. From intricate musical numbers to multi-layered technical dramas, our DSM service guarantees that every department operates in absolute synchrony from the opening cue to curtain call.
Touring operations and technical deck support
Taking a show on the road demands flexibility and robust logistics. We provide experienced technical management, rapid get-ins, meticulous deck tracks, and swift get-outs, collaborating closely with resident venue teams to maintain production standards everywhere you travel.
