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Secondment Services

Hello and thanks you for showing interest in coming on board with Romeo and Juliet (RandJ) as a secondment.  

 

As students of Jeff's I am thrilled that your interest in the profession encompasses experiencing other elements of theatre making beyond Acting. As i'm sure you have been taught and as you know, it takes a village to make theatre and every department is as important as the next, otherwise the show doesn't reach its full potential.

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Please read this information carefully so you can fill out the Secondment Form with confidence.

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Thanks again

Glenn Hayden

Director

Romeo and Juliet

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Purpose

Provide a structured, supervised learning opportunity to students of The Jeff Golberg School of Performing Arts as junior theatre professionals to observe and assist in various departments of the production Romeo and Juliet. The secondment roles support the rehearsal logistics, back and on stage coordination, and production communication, without carrying primary responsibility.

Secondment to the Director and to the Assistant Director. 

 
Reports To: Director / Assistant Director​

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Key Duties

 

Rehearsal Support

  • Observe rehearsals and at times take notes on blocking and director notes where necessary

  • Assist with floor markings, rehearsal props, and minor scene setups

  • Support communication between director, cast, and creative team

 

Administrative & Planning Support

  • Assist with rehearsal schedules, scene breakdowns, and call sheets for review

  • Take minutes during creative or production meetings when required

 

Creative Development Support​

  • Assist and participate in warm-ups, read-throughs, or table work with cast

  • Research text, historical context, or performance references as requested

 

Learning & Development

  • Attend director and creative meetings as an observer where necessary

  • Participate in post-rehearsal or post-show debriefs

  • Work toward learning objectives agreed at the start of the secondment

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Supervision & Outcomes

  • Supervised by Director / Assistant Director

  • Expected to gain practical insight into directing processes, rehearsal planning, actor collaboration, and creative problem-solving

  • Develop skills to progress toward Assistant Director or Associate Director roles

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Secondment to the Stage Manager

 
Reports To: Stage Manager​
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Key Duties

Rehearsal & Production Support

  • Observe rehearsals and assist with the setup and pack-down of rehearsal spaces

  • Where required, maintain and update rehearsal room paperwork such as attendance, props lists, and scene transitions

  • Support distributing rehearsal calls and daily schedules

  • Assist with basic rehearsal props and furniture moves under supervision

 

Show Preparation & Backstage Support

  • Assist in preparing backstage areas, props tables, and scene change checklists

  • Help with costume, prop, and set tracking as directed

  • Support cueing practice and standby procedures during technical rehearsals

  • Observe communication protocols between stage management, crew, and creative teams

 

Administrative & Communication Support

  • Take notes or minutes during production meetings when requested

  • Assist with updating prompt copies, run sheets, and cue documentation where necessary

  • Support coordination between departments (costume, lighting, sound, set) through supervised communication

 

Learning & Development

  • Attend production and technical rehearsals as an observer

  • Participate in debriefs and feedback sessions with the Stage Manager

  • Work toward learning objectives agreed upon at the start of the secondment

Supervision & Outcomes

Expected Outcomes:

  • Gain practical insight into professional stage management processes, rehearsal coordination, and backstage operations

  • Develop understanding of production paperwork, communication flow, and theatre safety practices

  • Build foundational skills for progression toward Assistant Stage Manager or Stage Manager roles

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Secondment to the Costume Designer

Reports To: Costume Designer
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Key Duties

Design & Research Support

  • Observe the designer’s process from concept development through to final fittings where invited

  • Assist with research into period, style, and visual references as requested

  • Help with sourcing materials, fabric samples, and costume images for presentations

  • Assist in general costume sourcing

  • Support documentation of design boards and costume reference files

 

Rehearsal & Fittings Support

  • Assist during costume fittings by noting alterations and taking photographs under supervision

  • Help prepare and label costumes for fittings and rehearsals

  • Support the tracking of costume changes, fittings schedules, and laundry requirements

  • Observe how costume notes and adjustments are communicated to wardrobe staff and stage management

 

Wardrobe & Backstage Support

  • Assist in organising costume racks, accessories, and dressing lists

  • Help prepare quick-change areas and track costume maintenance during technical rehearsals

  • Support minor repairs or maintenance under guidance from wardrobe staff

  • Assist with costume changes during technical rehearsals anbd performances where required.

  • Observe and where appropriate assist with the backstage operations related to costumes during dress rehearsals or performances

 

Learning & Development

  • Attend design, production, and creative meetings as an observer

  • Participate in debriefs and feedback discussions with the Costume Designer

  • Work toward learning objectives agreed upon at the start of the secondment

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Supervision & Outcomes

Expected Outcomes:

  • Gain practical insight into costume design and wardrobe management in a professional theatre context

  • Develop an understanding of the design process, from concept to performance

  • Learn how costume design supports character, storytelling, and visual cohesion

  • Build foundational skills for progression toward Wardrobe Assistant, Costume Assistant, or Costume Designer roles

Secondment to the Lighting Designer

Reports To: Lighting Designer

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Key Duties

Design & Planning Support

  • Observe lighting design discussions, visual research, and creative development

  • Assist in preparing lighting reference boards, sketches, or cue summaries where reasonably required

  • Support the organisation of lighting plans, equipment lists, and patch documentation

  • Observe pre-production meetings between designer, director, and technical team

 

Rehearsal & Technical Support

  • Attend technical rehearsals and focus sessions as an observer and assist where appropriate

  • Assist with rigging where reasonably required.

  • Assist with recording cue numbers and notes during plotting

  • Support cable management, lantern cleaning, and minor setup tasks under supervision

  • Observe coordination between the lighting designer, director, assistant director, programmer, and stage management

 

Creative & Operational Learning

  • Observe how lighting contributes to mood, storytelling, and focus on stage

  • Observe adjustments made during rehearsals and performances

  • Learn the principles of cueing, plotting, and communication with the operator and technical crew

  • You may be asked to assist with operating the show

 

Learning & Development

  • Attend lighting meetings, appropriate rehearsals, tech runs, and post-show discussions

  • Work toward agreed learning goals, focusing on artistic and technical understanding of lighting design

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Supervision & Outcomes

Expected Outcomes:

  • Gain insight into the professional process of lighting design and production integration

  • Develop understanding of cue structure, design communication, and teamwork in a production environment

  • Build foundational skills to progress toward Assistant Lighting Designer or Lighting Operator roles

Secondment to the Set Designer

Reports To: Set Designer
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Key Duties

Design & Research Support

  • Observe the conceptual and visual development of the set design

  • Assist with research, image sourcing, and presentation materials

  • Support model box construction, painting, or scale figure placement under supervision and if required

  • Help prepare digital or hand-drawn sketches under supervision and if required

 

Production Preparation & Coordination

  • Observe design discussions between designer, director, and technical departments

  • Assist in preparing  materials lists, or reference documents

  • Support communication with the workshop, scenic artists, and production manager

  • Help document revisions and final design notes if required

 

Rehearsal & Installation Support

  • Attend rehearsals to observe how the set informs blocking and staging

  • Support basic rehearsal room setups or temporary scenic elements

  • Observe the fit-up process and take notes on adjustments made in the theatre

  • Assist in maintaining model boxes, plans, and visual documentation

 

Learning & Development

  • Attend design and production meetings as an observer

  • Participate in debriefs and feedback discussions with the Set Designer

  • Work toward agreed learning outcomes focusing on practical and conceptual aspects of scenic design

Supervision & Outcomes

Supervised by: Set Designer

Expected Outcomes:

  • Gain practical understanding of set design processes from concept to realisation

  • Develop insight into spatial storytelling, scale, and collaboration across departments

  • Build foundational skills toward Assistant Designer, Set Draftsperson, or Scenic Artist roles

Secondment to the Assistant Stage Management & Backstage Crew

Reports To: Stage Manager / Deputy Stage Manager / Technical Supervisor

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Key Duties

Rehearsal Room Support

  • Assist in preparing and maintaining rehearsal spaces, props, and furniture setups

  • Record updates to props lists, scene transitions, and rehearsal notes under supervision

  • Support rehearsal activity by setting and resetting items as directed

  • Observe communication between the stage management team, creative departments, and technical crew

 

Technical & Backstage Operations

  • Assist during technical and dress rehearsals with setup, scene change practice, and prop tracking

  • Help organise backstage areas, prop tables, and quick-change zones

  • Support the movement and placement of scenic elements and props under supervision and where necessary

  • Observe safe working practices, cueing systems, and coordination between departments during live performance

 

Show Support & Maintenance

  • Assist in resetting props, set pieces, or costumes between scenes or acts

  • Help maintain backstage order, storage, and safety protocols

  • Support documentation such as scene change checklists and props maintenance records

  • Observe show-calling procedures and communication protocols from the prompt corner

  • Assist with duties that are a reasonable request to a Secondment

 

Administrative & Communication Support

  • Assist with run sheets, reports, and sign-in sheets as directed

  • Support backstage signage, inventory checks, and maintenance records

  • Observe how backstage teams coordinate timing, safety, and communication under performance conditions

 

Learning & Development

  • Attend production meetings, pre-show briefings, and post-show debriefs as an observer

  • Work toward learning objectives agreed at the start of the secondment

  • Participate in feedback sessions with the Stage Management or Technical Supervisor

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Supervision & Outcomes

Expected Outcomes:

  • Gain hands-on insight into stage management and backstage operations in a professional theatre setting

  • Develop an understanding of cueing systems, prop tracking, and backstage teamwork

  • Learn safety, timing, and communication practices essential for live performance

  • Build foundational skills for progression toward Assistant Stage Manager, Stage Technician, or Crew roles

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