Understudy
An understudy is an actor who learns a role and is ready to step in if the main actor cannot perform, ensuring the show goes on.
Dance Captain
A Dance Captain is a musical theater performer who maintains the integrity of the production’s choreography, running maintenance rehearsals and teaching choreography to new cast members.
Stage Manager
A Stage Manager coordinates theatrical productions — running rehearsals, calling cues during performances, and serving as the production’s on-site authority once the show opens.
Standby
A Standby is a performer specifically contracted to cover one or two named leading roles in a theatrical production — remaining on call and prepared but not performing in the show unless needed.