Everything at Elmira Theatre Company is run and operated by volunteers, so we are always looking for new members! Whether you want to gain new experience in a field of interest, make new friends, or just want to help out there is something for everyone. You can sign on for a night or a year, no matter what, your help will be greatly appreciated.
Role | Details | Time Commitment |
Front of House | Ushers, Ticket Taker, Welcome Person, Bartender | 3 hours / performance as many performances as you wish |
Tech Crew | Lighting or Sound Operator some technical experience helpful | 2-3 days / week, 1-2 months / show |
Construction Crew | Set Building requires some construction experience | 1-2 days / week, 1-2 months / show |
Backstage Crew | Assistant Stage Manager attend rehearsals, backstage at shows | 3 days / week, 2-3 months / show |
Props | Find/create and maintain props for show, sometimes set props for performances | varied, 2-3 months / show |
Costumes | Find/create and maintain props for show, launder costumes as needed | varied, 2-3 months / show |
Actors | Auditions are held for each show, see Auditions page | 3 days / week, 3 months / show |
- All rehearsals and shows are scheduled outside normal business hours as most of our members have other paid professions.
- Each show is unique and Directors, Stage Managers and Producers can clarify exact volunteer position requirements for their particular show.