Stage Volunteers
Volunteer Information
ArtStarts in Schools provides innovative arts programs for young people, practical resources for teachers and artists, and leadership in advocacy for arts in education.
VOLUNTEER WITH ARTSTARTS SHOWCASE!
We are seeking enthusiastic and hard-working volunteers to help us put on our annual Showcase. ArtStarts in Schools will be hosting a 2-day conference on March 1st and 2nd, featuring performances by over 30 artists and groups. We are looking for students or professionals with theatre production experience or stagecraft training. (Additional training will be provided.)
Shifts range between 5 hours (min.) to full-day opportunities. All volunteers will be provided with a complimentary lunch and invited to enjoy our daily cocktail reception.
This is a great opportunity to gain experience working in theatre and stage production, as well as to network with performing artists from British Columbia and Western Canada. For more information about ArtStarts please visit our website at http://artstarts.com/ or our Showcase page at http://artstarts.com/performing-in-schools#ArtStarts Showcase
For questions and to apply, please contact laurabeth@artstarts.com or call 604-878-7144.
Application deadline is SUNDAY FEBRUARY 12TH 2012.
Volunteers are needed for the following dates and times:
Wednesday February 29th 9:00 am to 5:00 pm:
- Assist with transporting gear between the ArtStarts office and the Orpheum Annex.
- Set-up performance space, backstage area and delegate viewing area.
- Provide support to Stage Manager and crew.
Thursday March 1st 8:00 am to 5:00 pm:
- Load-in performers and assist with pre-staging.
- Help performers with props and mics.
- Provide support to Stage Manager.
Friday March 2nd 8:00 am to 7:00pm:
- Load-in performers and assist with pre-staging.
- Help performers with props and mics.
- Provide support to Stage Manager.
- Pack up stage equipment.
- Clean up backstage area.
Contact Laura-Beth McDonald at laurabeth@artstarts.com or (604) 878-7144




