What is the SMA?


What does that mean?

- to you as freelancer or employee around issues such as tax, contracts etc. as well as help finding work with the SMA's famous Freelist (updated every month since 1964), an exclusive deal with Spotlight for SMA members only, a 25%discount with Mandy.com and jobs advertised on the members' area of this website.

Can I join if I'm not a professional stage manager?

Yes you can:

  • if you're in full-time education, or an apprentice join us as a student
  • If you have graduated (or are about to graduate) from a technical theatre or stage management vocational course at one of these colleges join our Graduate fast track
  • if you're a college, university, school or drama school, join us as a  College Course member

Are you a union like Equity?

No we're not, we are a trade association.


Follow the link below for all the details:
What is Stage Management?

How is the SMA financed?

The SMA has around 750+ members and is funded by their subscriptions, sales of various resources (e.g. Paper Props CDs, Washable stage 'SBLOOD), and some sponsorship.

How is the SMA run?

SMA Board of Directors
It has 3 part-time staff and is based in an offfice near London Bridge.
SMA Staff Members