Drunk Shakespeare/Brass Jar Productions
Los Angeles, CA
Location: Los Angeles, a theater in Hollywood TBA
Compensation: $85,000/year + 25 paid vacation days + company sponsored health insurance
Full-Time | Tuesday – Saturday (evenings required + flexibility during peak periods)
Start Date: Immediate. Venue operations slated to begin in early September.
THE SHOW
Drunk® Shakespeare is the hit Off-Broadway comedy where five classically trained actors attempt to perform a Shakespearean masterpiece—after one of them takes five shots of whiskey. The result is a boozy, irreverent, and wildly entertaining theatrical experience.
Brass Jar Productions is seeking a passionate, creative, and highly organized General Manager to open and lead our venue and productions in Los Angeles. The Drunk® Theatrical Universe now includes multiple iterations of the highly successful show, including Drunk® Dracula, Drunk® Christmas Carol, and Drunk® Pirates.
THE VENUE
Brass Jar Productions is opening a new performance venue in the heart of West Hollywood, just steps from the Walk of Fame and a few blocks from the Hollywood Pantages Theatre. The venue will feature two distinct spaces, including the 130-seat mainstage and a smaller cabaret-style space. There is potential to expand beyond existing productions, and the General Manager will play a role in helping to shape the programmatic and operational footprint of this new location. One of the keys to this position is flexibility, and a passion for building the plane in flight.
WHO YOU ARE
You’re a charismatic and resourceful leader who thrives in live performance environments and has a deep respect for the creative process. You’re equally at ease giving notes to actors and solving logistical puzzles behind the scenes. You balance an eye for artistry with rock-solid operations. You can juggle solving last-minute venue issues with providing guidance to a large team of direct reports ranging from actors, stage managers, bar managers, bartenders, and servers.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
MANAGEMENT & OPERATIONS
– Oversee all aspects of venue operations, including front-of-house, bar service, ticketing, and patron experience
– Manage and schedule a 20+ person team of cast, crew, and venue staff, ensuring full coverage and smooth operations while balancing shifting priorities and multiple personalities to keep production running smoothly day-to-day
– Act as Manager on Duty (MOD) during operating hours
– Directly interface with patrons, providing exemplary customer service and ensuring a five-star experience
– Ensure compliance with safety, alcohol service, and fire/emergency certifications
– Maintain high production value through leadership, coordination, and attention to detail
– Handle payroll, cash management, and venue financials in collaboration with company leadership
– Conduct regular reporting and communicate openly with Producers and the Company Manager according to company policies and standards.
CREATIVE QUALITY CONTROL
– Maintain peak performance quality in tandem with your Production Stage Manager/Assistant Manager as dictated by Artistic Leadership
– Provide thoughtful, actionable creative notes to cast when necessary
– Collaborate with the Director and Creative Team to ensure artistic consistency
– Participate in casting and onboarding of new performers
– Foster a supportive, high-morale environment for the creative team
– Support the launch of additional Drunk® concepts
WHAT YOU BRING
– 5+ years experience in theater management, direction, stage management, company management, or general management
– Customer service and/or bar management experience.
– Proven leadership with the ability to coach, inspire, motivate, and build trust
– Excellent organizational and communication skills
– Ability to self-manage and juggle multiple priorities
– Comfort with basic technical theater elements (lights, sound, cues)
– Experience with Shakespeare and other classics + comedy strongly preferred
– A cool head and quick instincts in high-pressure situations
Salary: $85,000, annually
Benefits:
25 paid vacation days annually
Company sponsored health insurance (starting after 6 months)
Complimentary tickets
Opportunities for advancement based on performance
Education requirements: None.
Deadline to apply: June 29, 2026
Documents required to apply: Resume, Cover Letter
How to apply:
– Email jobs@brassjar.com with [Your Name – Manager] in the subject line and include:
– A short cover letter (max 1 page)
– A resume/CV highlighting administrative, managerial, and/or general work history
– A separate resume (if applicable) showcasing artistic, technical, or stage management experience