Production Volunteers: Elf Jr., The Musical

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Stagebugz Theatre is seeking volunteers for performance week of our Fall 2024 mainstage production of Elf. Jr.! It takes a village to put on a show, and volunteers help us keep our programs as accessible, affordable, and high-quality as possible. Time commitments vary from 1 hour to five days (approx. 3 hours/day) depending on the position. No prior theatre experience is necessary; must be comfortable working with children ages 8-16. Your help is greatly appreciated!

Volunteers should be 13 years of age or older (18+ for some positions) and available for all required dates/times for their chosen position.

Positions Available:

Week-Long Positions

Position: Sound Board Operator
Description: Responsible for executing all sound cues in accordance with the script and cue sheet (provided), including music cues and microphone cues.
Time Commitment: November 12-14th from 5:00-8:45 PM, November 15 from 6:00 PM to end of show, November 16th from 1 PM-end of second show (1.5 hour break between shows)
*Volunteers interested in the sound/light board operator positions should email stagebugztheatre@gmail.com with brief description of past experience.

Position: Light Board Operator
Description: Responsible for executing all lights up and blackout cues, as well as running spotlight.
Time Commitment: November 12-14th from 5:00-8:45 PM, November 15 from 6:00 PM to end of show, November 16th from 1 PM-end of second show (1.5 hour break between shows)
*Volunteers interested in the sound/light board operator positions should email stagebugztheatre@gmail.com with brief description of past experience..

Position: Run Crew
Description: Responsible for moving set and ensuring props are in position between scenes.
Time Commitment: Run crew members should plan on attending all tech rehearsals and performances-- November 12-14th from 5:00-8:45 PM, November 15 from 6:30 PM to end of show, November 16th from 1:30 PM-end of show, November 16 from 5:30 PM-end of show

Tech Week Needs
Position: Load-In Assistants
Description: All hands on deck needed to help clear the Sanctuary stage and load in sets, props, and costume pieces.
Time Commitment: November 12th from 4:15-5:30 PM

Position: Concession Donations
Description: Homemade and pre-packaged snacks and drinks needed for concessions stand. Homemade goods should be properly sealed and include a label or list of ingredients for allergy purposes.
Time Commitment: 0-1 hour, on your own time

Performance Needs
Position: Green Room Supervisors
Description: Responsible for supervising the greenroom (waiting area) during rehearsals. May include keeping performers quiet, cueing them to get ready for scenes, and attending to first aid or other student needs. ***Must be a parent or legal guardian of a currently enrolled performer, or be over 18 and pass a background check.
Time Commitment: At least one of the following dates-- November 15th from 6-9 PM, November 16th from 1-4 PM, November 16th from 5-8 PM; as well as for the final dress rehearsal (November 14 from 6:00-8:45 p.m.)

Position: Costume/Pre-Show Attendant
Description: Responsible for helping performers with pre-show needs such as putting on costumes and microphones and fixing hair and make-up issues.
Time Commitment: Please commit to at least 1 rehearsal and 1 show; needed from 5:15-6:00 for rehearsals (Nov 12-14) and for 1 hour prior to curtain until start of each show

Position: Ushers
Description: Responsible for holding doors, greeting audience, handing out programs, and guiding guests to seats.
Time Commitment: May volunteer for one or multiple nights; needed from 1 hour prior to curtain until start of show (November 15th from 6-7 PM, November 16th from 1-2 PM, November 16th from 5-6 PM)

Position: Ticket Sales
Description: Responsible for checking in those with pre-purchased tickets and managing on-site ticket sales. ***Over 18 only; cashier experience and/or experience with Square a plus.
Time Commitment: May volunteer for one or multiple nights; needed from 1 hour prior to curtain until start of show (November 15th from 6-7 PM, November 16th from 1-2 PM, November 16th from 5-6 PM)

Position: Concessions
Description: Responsible for helping with set up and managing concessions stand during pre-show and intermission; concessions will be available on a suggested donation basis and this volunteer must be reliable with handling cash.
Time Commitment: May volunteer for one or multiple nights; needed for 40 minutes prior to curtain and during intermission (November 15th from 6:20-8 PM, November 16th from 1:20-3 PM, November 16th from 5:20-7 PM)

Post Performance Needs
Position: Strike Assistants
Description: All hands on deck needed to clean up and reset Sanctuary space following final performance.
Time Commitment: November 16th from approximately 7:30-8:30 PM

For any required accommodations, please email stagebugztheatre@gmail.com!