Volunteers are the life-blood of Theatre in the Round. Approximately 600 volunteers serve in some capacity each year. Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, give back, learn new skills, and get free tickets! We provide training for all positions.
All volunteers must review and agree to our policies on Anti-Discrimination and Non-Harassment, Code of Conduct, Minors and Child Protection.
If after reviewing the different volunteer opportunities you are unsure about what volunteer role is best for you or have questions about accessibility, email Admin@theatreintheround.org or Book a Building Tour to meet and chat about the different roles in more depth.
Front-of-House Volunteers work face-to-face with the public during performances. It is a great way to give back if you are mostly free on weekends. Training is provided for all positions
Ushers greet and seat audience members; assemble programs; help with concessions; straighten up after the performance. You must attend a training session.
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Concessions Cashiers run our credit card reader before the show and during intermission.
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House managers are responsible for front-of-house operations during performances: supervising ushers; overseeing concessions; resolving patron issues. We will train.
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Box Office staff are responsible for checking in patrons; selling tickets at the door; reconciling cash sales; running credit cards; answering phone messages; and email messages. We will train.
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Box Office Will Call staff are scheduled when houses are anticipated to be over 175. They hand out will-call tickets to patrons.
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After completing training for a chosen role, volunteers are able to sign up for upcoming performance shifts.
Want to make your mark on a production? Be a part of our behind the scenes volunteer crew! This is a great way to learn more about different areas of theatre, build new skills, work with your hands, make new friends, and give back to the community. These are all of the entry-level production volunteers.
Want to design or stage manage? Look here for more information about Design & Tech.
Assists with building, repairing, and altering costumes. Occasional help with organizing, cleaning, and labeling.
Assists with building and/or painting the set. Work with hand- and power-tools to construct set pieces and platforms, paint, and more.
Help hang and focus the stage lights above the arena. Work with lighting instruments and accessories, climb ladders, and more.
Work behind the scenes during performances, e.g., moving set pieces, preparing food props, assisting actors with wardrobe, and more.
Controls stage lighting during a performance. Operates a computer to execute lighting cues in the control booth during a performance. Also conducts dimmer checks, maintenance on instruments, basic troubleshooting. Utilize a ETC Element lighting control board. Training Provided
Controls sound during a performance. Operates a computer to execute sound cues in the control booth during a performance. Also conducts sound checks, maintenance on instruments, basic troubleshooting. Utilizes QLab Pro Bundle v3 and manual patch bay. Training Provided
After we receive your application, our Production Manager/Education Coordinator will reach out to schedule a tour of our building and talk more about your interests and experience.
Want to support the organization more broadly as we work towards strategic goals? Join a committee! Committees are made up of a combination of volunteers with relevant experience, board members, and staff.
Email larisa@theatreintheround.org for more information about any committee and how to get involved.
The Inclusive, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility & Accountability (IDEAA) committee meets monthly to collaborate, advise, and assist on long term goals and actions of Theatre in the Round as they pertain to inclusion, diversity, equity, accountability & access, making recommendations to the board for review and approval as needed. The committee works with other committees such as Artist Council and Strategic Planning to promote IDEAA in all aspects of the theater’s operations and programming, with a particular focus on volunteer opportunities, production cast/crew, audience and board membership. The committee recommends and occasionally provides training and education opportunities on IDEAA for board, committees, volunteers, and others.
The Access Advisory Council (AAC) is a collection of individuals with lived experience of disability and/or experience creating, assessing or implementing access services and technology. The AAC meets quarterly to provide consultation about accessibility needs, goals, and implementation of services. The council meets over Zoom and in-person when needed. Accommodations are provided, depending on the needs of the individual members.
Help with fundraising tasks and events.
Advisory committee serving as a resources for staff and board about building updates and maintenance. Educates the board about building needs and costs (comparing quotes for large projects, explaining options for unexpected building issues, etc.). Advises staff about building maintenance priorities, bids, timelines, etc. to inform staff decision-making. Assists with vendor research and collecting bids for large projects. Occasionally supports practical work by assisting with volunteer workdays.
