Show Manager is a card game that puts you in the role of a theater director, tasked with putting together four distinct shows – Queenie, Wolf, King Lear, and Ballet – using actor cards with varied abilities. The game starts with a dynamic row of cards that refreshes each turn; players engage in a Dutch auction to acquire the card they want, placing bids in ascending order until only one player accepts the current price. Once a card is secured, the player adds it to their repertoire, trying to complete all the roles required for a show. When a full set of roles is assembled, the value of that production is compared against other players who have also finished the same show, and points are awarded based on the relative quality of the performances. In addition to the auction, the game features open drafting – where players pick cards from the row in sequence – and set collection mechanics, rewarding those who gather complete sets of cards. The final outcome hinges on strategy, timing, and a touch of luck, as the card row shifts constantly and bids can be unpredictable. Show Manager offers a light, enjoyable experience ideal for fans of card games with classic themes and mechanics that demand attention to detail. With 2 to 6 players and about 60 minutes of play, it blends the excitement of an auction with the satisfaction of staging a successful show, making each game unique and full of surprises.