house manager

American  

noun

1. a business manager responsible for managing a theater and its staff.

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Etymology

Origin of house manager

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

Names and phone numbers were compiled in a redacted address book which was kept by Epstein’s former house manager and showed Epstein’s network of contacts before his first arrest in 2006.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

One of James’ neighbors told Curbed that they got in touch with James’ house manager, who said he was “very concerned” about the squatters.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2024

“She meant such a lot to people in this area. People were crying, it was amazing to see,” said Victoria Pacheco, a guest house manager.

From Washington Times • Sep. 11, 2022

In the 1970s, she took over as head cook, and became the de facto house manager.

From New York Times • May 9, 2022

The director of the school musical had set up a meeting to discuss the responsibilities of the house manager.

From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen