Company Manager – Blue Man Group North American Tour
Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group · NY, US
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About the Role
Blue Man Group is seeking an experienced Company Manager to lead the 2026 A New Holiday Spectacular Touring production. This individual will oversee all day-to-day operations on the road, managing the touring company of artists, technicians, and staff. The Company Manager is the senior leader on tour, responsible for people, process, and performance, ensuring a safe, compliant, and inspiring environment while maintaining strong relationships with presenters, promoters, and home offices.
Responsibilities
- Lead the full touring company, including direct supervision of the Production Manager and Production Stage Manager and their teams.
- Serve as the primary HR representative on the road, overseeing hiring, onboarding, performance management, conflict resolution, counseling, and separations.
- Foster a positive, inclusive culture that supports morale, collaboration, and professional growth.
- Ensure adherence to all employment agreements, company policies, and touring protocols.
- Conduct regular company meetings and act as the primary point of contact for all personnel matters.
- Manage the movement of the company, coordinating travel, transportation, freight, accommodations, per diems, and itineraries.
- Oversee daily schedules, call times, venue logistics, and emergency response procedures.
- Advance tour details with venue contacts regarding front of house, security, catering, VIP, and local staffing.
- Champion and enforce all health and safety standards across the tour.
- Ensure all company members operate in a safe, compliant environment.
- Partner with the Production Manager to implement incident reporting, emergency response protocols, and regular safety briefings.
- Ensure compliance with safety, labor, and travel regulations across all tour stops.
- Lead all settlement processes with venues, presenters, and promoters.
- Reconcile show finances and finalize reports for submission to CDSEG Finance.
- Manage tour budgets, petty cash, credit card reconciliations, and weekly reporting.
- Oversee payroll and ensure timely, accurate submission of timesheets and expense reimbursements.
- Monitor operational costs, identify efficiencies, and maintain alignment with approved budgets.
- Serve as the primary on-site liaison for presenters, promoters, vendors, and venue management.
- Represent Blue Man Group’s brand and operational standards in all interactions.
- Coordinate with CDSEG departments to ensure consistent communication and execution across the tour.
- Support local publicity or marketing events as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in performing arts management, touring operations, or related field.
- Minimum 5–7 years in live entertainment or touring company management.
- Demonstrated expertise in HR, logistics, and financial administration.
- Proven success managing multi-disciplinary teams in fast-paced touring environments.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills with the ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, budgeting tools, and HR documentation.
- Must be able to travel domestically for extended periods (October - December 2026) and maintain eligibility for U.S. employment and travel.
Skills
- HR
- Logistics
- Financial Administration
- Organizational Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Multitasking
- Microsoft Office
- Budgeting Tools
- HR Documentation
Location
- United States
Work Type
- Full-Time
- Touring
Experience Level
- 5-7 years
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
Salary/Compensations
- $1,800 USD/week
Benefits
- Benefits during active tour periods
About the Company
- Blue Man Group is a global entertainment phenomenon known for its award-winning theatrical productions, iconic characters, and euphoric celebrations of human connection through art, music, and humor.
- Owned and operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, Blue Man Group performs in multiple long-running resident productions and international tours that have reached over 35 million people worldwide.
Equal Opportunity
- Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace.
- Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, sexual orientation and any other characteristic.
- Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings.