The earnings of a theater manager vary depending on the size, type, and prestige of the theater as well as the geographic location. Other variables include the experience, qualifications, and duties of the individual.
According to PayScale.com, the median annual earnings of theater managers was approximately $41,586 in September 2020. The lowest 10 percent of individuals in this job earned approximately $30,000 or less and the highest 10 percent of individuals earned approximately $63,000 or more.
With that being said, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in May 2019, the average annual earnings for all management positions within theater companies and dinner theaters was $94,960.
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