Volunteers

Volunteer actors and technicians who are able to accommodate the Festival's schedule of rehearsals and performances from June 8 through August 1 are welcome to join the company.

Auditions for actors and interviews for technicians will be held Saturday, January 23, 2010 from Noon to 6 pm in the Studio Theatre of Phi Beta Kappa Memorial Hall. Please call 757-221-2683 to make an appointment time for an audition or an interview.

Volunteer Position Descriptions

Actors: Please bring a photograph and resume, and be well prepared to present a short Shakespeare monologue. Roles in our plays are cast by mid-February. However, be aware that the first production of the season will be rigorously rehearsed every day except Mondays, 2-10 pm starting June 8, and performances are in the evenings plus 2 Sunday matinees from July 7 to July 18. The second production will begin afternoon rehearsals on June 15, working 2-6 pm every day but Monday, opening July 22, closing August 1.

Technicians (costumes, lighting, scenic construction and painting, properties, sound operation): Please bring a resume to your interview with our backstage staff on Saturday, January 23 from 3:30 – 6 pm, who will explain our needs, plans, schedule and agenda of work. Generally, the company works two shifts: 10 am – 1 pm and 2-6 pm. A volunteer may elect one (or more) shifts, as available. Often, technicians who become active in preparing the shows are invited to fill vital positions in performances.

Other Volunteers: The Festival always needs numerous "front of house" volunteers to serve as ushers, assist with box office and concession sales, and help with promotional tasks. Please contact our House Manager, Rita Davis, at 757-221-2683 in early June.

We appreciate the help of all volunteers!