Volunteer

Volunteers audition to perform in our mainstage and reader-focused productions. Actors commit to regular rehearsals, follow the production schedule, and work closely with directors, stage management, and fellow cast members.

Auditions & Performing

Crew members help run each performance. Roles include scene shifts, prop tracking, assisting actors backstage, and supporting stage management. Training is provided, and no experience is required.

Requirements:

• Attend tech rehearsals and all assigned show dates
  
• Move safely in low light
  
• Lift or shift light-to-moderate items when needed
  

Skills You Can Learn:

• Cue execution
  
• Prop and set tracking
  
• Backstage communication
  
• Safe backstage movement

Volunteers assist with sewing, alterations, costume organization, laundry, and show maintenance. Some roles require basic sewing skills, while others focus on pulling and organizing costume pieces.

Requirements:

• Follow detailed instructions for costume handling
  
• Assist with costume maintenance and laundry
  
• Basic sewing is helpful but not required
  

Skills You Can Learn:

• Sewing and alterations
  
• Costume construction
  
• Steaming, repairs, and quick changes
  
• Costume organization and tracking

The scenic team works on building, painting, assembling, and preparing sets. Volunteers may use basic tools, help with carpentry tasks, or assist with scenic painting. All skill levels are welcome.

Requirements:

• Wear closed-toe shoes and follow shop safety rules
  
• Ability to stand, bend, or lift light-to-moderate items
  
• Comfort around tools or willingness to learn
  

Skills You Can Learn:

• Carpentry and tool use
  
• Scenic painting
  
• Basic construction
  
• Welding

Volunteers help hang and focus lights, run spotlights, organize equipment, and operate light or sound boards for productions. Training is provided for all equipment and show operations.

Requirements:

• Ability to climb a ladder for lighting work (plenty of roles available for those who cannot)
  
• Follow cue sequences precisely
  
• Comfort learning basic tech equipment
  

Skills You Can Learn:

• Light hang and focus
  
• Spotlight operation
  
• Board operation (light or sound)
  
• Audio setup and cable management

The props team sources, organizes, repairs, and maintains props for each production. Volunteers may craft items, track props during performances, or assist with prop handoffs backstage.

Requirements:

• Attention to detail when organizing and tracking props
  
• Ability to assist with prop preset and handoffs
  
• Basic crafting skills helpful but not necessary
  

Skills You Can Learn:

• Prop building and repairs
  
• Painting and crafting
  
• Sourcing and modification
  
• Prop table organization

Ushers greet guests, scan tickets, distribute programs, help with seating, and support a smooth, welcoming, safe audience experience.

Requirements:

• Comfortable greeting guests and answering questions
  
• Ability to help with seating
  
• Follow house procedures and emergency protocols
  

Skills You Can Learn:

• Customer service
  
• Crowd-flow management
  
• Ticket scanning systems
  
• Problem solving with patrons

Volunteers support mailings, filing, organization, and special-event tasks as needed. This is a flexible option for individuals who prefer daytime or non-production work.

Requirements:

• Comfort with basic office tasks
  
• Attention to detail
  
• Daytime availability preferred
  

Skills You Can Learn:

• Filing and organizing
  
• Mailing preparation
  
• Database accuracy
  
• Event material setup

Volunteers assist with youth classes, camps, and events. Roles range from classroom support to helping students transition between activities or monitoring the Education Desk.

Requirements:

• Comfort working with children and teens
  
• Assist teaching artists as assigned
  
• Level 2 Background check & Fingerprinting
  

Skills You Can Learn:

• Classroom support techniques
  
• Student supervision
  
• Material preparation
  
• Basic instructional assistance

Arts Access volunteers support programs designed for individuals with disabilities, sensory sensitivities, or unique communication needs. Roles include helping guests navigate the building, assisting during Relaxed Performances, supporting classes and workshops, and preparing materials for accessible programs.

Requirements:

• Patience and calm in unpredictable situations
  
• Comfort supporting individuals with disabilities or sensory sensitivities
  
• Follow guidance from Access staff
  

Skills You Can Learn:

• Sensory-friendly support techniques
  
• Inclusive communication
  
• De-escalation and grounding tools
  
• Adaptive assistance technology & methods

Access Concierges support patrons who use our sensory booth, relaxed performances, assistive listening technologies, or other accessibility services. They help guests get settled, answer questions, adjust the environment when needed, and communicate with front-of-house and stage management so the patron’s experience is smooth and comfortable.

Requirements:

• Ability to assist patrons with mobility or sensory needs
  
• Comfort in using smartphones, ipads, etc...
  
• Communicate with front-of-house and stage management
  

Skills You Can Learn:

• Operating accessibility tools & technology
  
• Patron support strategies
  
• Communication across departments
  
• Sensory-space management

Marketing volunteers help distribute rack cards, posters, and promotional materials throughout the community. They support outreach efforts by assisting with mailings, organizing materials, updating display boards, and helping at public events where TNP is represented.

Requirements:

• Reliability when completing distribution routes
  
• Comfort visiting local businesses and organizations
  
• Ability to help with basic event support
  

Skills You Can Learn:

• Community outreach
  
• Rack card and poster distribution strategies
  
• Display board maintenance
  
• Public-facing promotional skills

Volunteers help with donor events, community programs, and public activities by setting up, greeting, checking in attendees, and assisting staff with event flow.

Requirements:

• Comfort interacting with donors and guests
  
• Ability to help with setup and cleanup
  
• Evening or weekend availability
  

Skills You Can Learn:

• Event coordination
  
• Guest check-in and flow
  
• Donor hospitality
  
• On-site logistics