Stuart French
- Production Manager
- Stage Manager
East Sussex
Credits
| Year | Role / Type | Name of Production / Director |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 - 2017 | Director of Technical Arts Education | Level 3 BTEC in Production Arts |
| 2011 - 2012 | Director of TechnIcal Theatre Arts Theatre | Pericles |
| 2011 | Technical Stage Manager Theatre | Rock Around the Clock |
| 2010 | Technical Stage Manager Tour | Rock Around the Clock |
| 2007 - 2010 | Production Manager/ Lecturer Theatre | Various |
| 2007 - 2008 | Production Stage Manager Tour | Oh What a Night |
| 1996 - 1998 | Technical Stage manager Tour | Summer Holiday |
| 1994 - 1997 | Production Stage manager Tour | Pickwick The Musical |
| 1996 | Technical Stage manager Tour | Great Expectations |
| 1987 - 1994 | Charge Hand Theatre | Various |
| 1986 - 1994 | Production Stage manager Theatre | Pickwick The Musical |
Education
Year Qualification Where 2015 NPQSL - National professional qualification in Senior leadership IOE - Institute of Education 2009 PTLLS North West Kent College 2009 CTLLS North West Kent College 1985 2 yr. Acting The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama 1982 2Yr Drama Course with A levels Lewes Technical College 1980 O Levels Eastbourne Grammar School Equipment
- I own (and can operate):
- Grinder, Power Drill, Tape Measures, Socket Sets various, Assorted Spanners / Adjustables, Cordless Drill / Screwdriver
Additional Skills
*IPAF
* Hemp, Single and Double purchase Counterweight flying systems
*Running the corner
*Stage Management
*Scheduling and Running Fit-ups, Shows and Get-outs
*Risk Assessment
*Health and Safety
*Ladder trained including Tallescopes and access Platforms
*Computer Qualifications in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access and Project
*Prince2 an Overview
*Full UK Driving Licence (up to 7.5 tonne)
Referees
Stuart Worden - Principal The BRIT School
Robin Francis- Company Manager
Conor McGivern - Head of Projects (Stage One)
Luke Child - Technical Manager
Carl Richardson - 2010 Show Support
Industry Awards
2014 TTA Award for Outstanding Achievement in Education
About me
An accomplished, resourceful Production / Technical Stage Manager with over 20 years experience. Proven realization skills in delivering shows to the highest standards throughout venues within the UK and Europe against challenging deadlines. A confident communicator able to prioritize who is highly organized providing good strong leadership and works well within a team. A fast learner with a pro-active approach to work and life. Skilled and qualified in all aspects of Stage craft and the financial management of shows with attention to detail and excellent record keeping.
Skills
- Languages Spoken
- English
- French
- Years in industry
- 6+ years
- Company Experience
- Educational Theatre
- International Touring Theatre
- Regional Theatre
- UK Touring Theatre
- Experienced In
- Ballet
- Dance
- Drama
- Exhibitions
- Live Events
- Musicals
- Opera
- Pantomime
- Work Permits
- EU
- Interested in
- European Tour
- Live Events
- UK Tour
- DBS checked
- Yes
- Driving Licences
- Standard
- 7.5T
