The objective of this paper is to analyze the forms of hiring and labor regulation of the stage technicians linked to the Municipal Theatre of São Paulo, as well as the ways of organizing that process of labor, which includes various forms of spectacles. The technical teams are composed of professionals in the areas of production, lighting, stage, machinery, sound, wardrobe and ornaments. Methodologically, the study is based on qualitative research, focusing on open and in-depth interviews and field observation. The construction of the empirical data of the research came from the oral testimonies of the workers in the area of technical support, of their direct managers and of other professionals, which were corroborated by documentary and bibliographical research in libraries, research centers and government agencies. Results of the study show that there was reduction of stable contractual relationships, and expansion of temporary and precarious forms of employment in the technical area of the theatre.
technical labor; labor relationship; precarious labor; labor organization