Stage Manager's Kit
A stage manager brings many items to rehearsals and performances - items to enhance safety, comfort, and productivity. Below is a list of suggested items to bring in your kit:
Health & Safety
- hand sanitizer
- cough drops
- tea (try Throat Coat by Traditional Medicinals!)
- Airborne or Emergen-C
- tissues
- tweezers
- acetaminophen
- ibuprofen
- antacid
- eye drops
- bandages
- gauze
- cloth tape
- cotton balls
- Q-tips
- antiseptic wipes
- anti-bacterial cream
- anti-itch cream
- instant ice pack
- wet wipes
- latex gloves
- face masks
- digital thermometer
Personal Care
- toothbrush
- toothpaste
- dental floss
- mints
- gum
- contact solution
- contact lens case
- bobby pins
- hair bands
- hand lotion
- fingernail clippers
- emery boards
- cosmetic scissors
- stain remover pen / wipes (Shout Wipes are my favorite!!)
- feminine products
- deodorant
- plastic cutlery
- miniature sewing kit
Office Supplies
- pencils (mechanical and traditional)
- pencil lead
- pencil sharpener
- pens
- permanent markers
- dry erase markers
- highlighters
- erasers
- tape
- post-it notes
- notebooks / notepads
- folders
- sheet protectors
- three-hole punch
- single hole punch
- hole reinforcement circles
- stapler
- scissors
- paper clips
- binder clips
- rubber bands
- push pins
- safety pins
- label maker
- supply storage bins / bags
Tools
- tape measure (the longer, the more useful)
- cloth tape measure
- scale ruler
- flashlight (some come with multiple colors!)
- multi-tool
- hex key (AKA Allen wrench)
- adjustable wrench
- lighter
Technology
- USB drives
- Charging Cords (iOS & Android)
- Charging Bricks
- Portable Charger
- HDMI Cable
- Auxiliary Cable
- Batteries
- Computer / Tablet (as needed)
- Portable Speakers (as needed)
- Digital / Video Camera (as needed)