Is it a Tour?

[christina]

I have been working at a theater for two years now, as their Resident Stage Manager.  One of the reasons I love working for them is because each of their shows go to multiple venues (started with 2 and now we go to 4), which provides a great challenge and keeps me interested (besides the fact that I love the people I work for/with).

That said, it means I have been at the same place for two years (with only two exceptions), providing me with very little diversity in my resume for that period of time in my career.

My question is, can/should I list these shows that went to 4 venues in some way on my resume?  I feel like it could show that I haven't been staying at one place because it is comfortable, but because it is fun and challenging.

I already have "School Tour" denoted on a number of my productions, but I feel like going to 4 large theater venues may not constitute as a "Tour" persay.

Or is this just something that I put in a cover letter?

[nick_tochelli]

I'd say don't list the venues individually. If you were to qualify that as a tour, put a header as Local Tours and list the production.

Think of it like this...If you were on a National Tour you wouldn't list all 50+ cities you go to. The locations aren't as important as your position and the production. By putting venues you'd just be fluffing your resume. Besides, if this position is year round, or at least a decent chunk of time, your calendar year is accounted for. Diversity is great and all, but being employed is better.

[KMC]

Conversely, you can just as easily say that since you've been the resident SM for 2+ years at the same company it proves that you're a competent SM and a valuable asset to the team.  I'd consider phrasing it based on the job for which you're applying. 

If you're applying for a tour you'll want to highlight that you have the experience of putting up a production in multiple venues.  The semantics of tour or not is one debate, but you can and should find a way to denote that you're able to look at a show and a new venue and spot challenges, pitfalls, required modifications, etc.

If you're applying for a resident SM job you'll want to highlight that the theatre you're at has kept you on for 2+ years and it's been a mutually beneficial relationship, etc.

It's all about how you spin it.

[christina]

Fantasticly helpful advice.  Thank you!