Volunteer | The Stampede Troupe

Do you have some free time?

When you see a Stampede Troupe show, you’re really seeing the result of countless volunteer hours. From the people who paint the sets, sew the costumes, and run the lights, to the actors on stage and the stage manager and crews running the show backstage, volunteers make The Stampede Troupe a place where theatre thrives!

Many of our theatre volunteers start as patrons, actors, or friends of actors and volunteer some of their free time to get our shows up and running or participate during performances in support roles. Some volunteers participate more than others, but all volunteer time is needed and greatly appreciated.

AFRAID OF THE SPOTLIGHT?

We welcome you to come learn more about the theatre and all aspects of putting on a show. We train you as we go. Being a part of the Troupe is an enjoyable and rewarding experience where you can become a valuable contributor to the theatre and make new and lasting friendships.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Set Construction
Set Painting
Set load-in and tear-downs
Costumes
Hair & Makeup
Props
Stagehand
Running crew
Dresser
Spotlight operator
Poster distribution
Program ad sales

PAINTING

Assist the scenic artist and set designer in basic set painting and prop painting.

COSTUMES

Help the costume designer build costumes prior to the show; launder costume pieces between performances; restock costumes after a performance closes; assist performers with quick costume changes during performance; help clean up costumes during strike

HAIR & MAKEUP

Style wigs as approptiate to the show; help actors before performances with makeup or hair, as needed; help clean-up makeup areas during show run and after performances; assist costume designer prior to show; help with strike by cleaning up makeup and the dressing rooms.

STAGE MANAGEMENT

Attend all rehearsals; assist the Director in rehearsals with actor preparation; keep a calendar of any rehearsals that cast or crew must miss; mark cues for all segments of the production (lights, sounds, special effects, scene changes, etc.); check all props with prop chair for production; note blocking and notes from Director; notify cast & crew with any instructions from the Director; make and maintain a performance sign-in sheet for cast & crew; be responsible for stage maintenance during productions; make sure all aspects are ready for the show to open before the house opens (sound checks, pre-set, & props, the house opens 30 minutes before curtain time); working with Technical Director assign crew personnel jobs during production; call the show; be present at show strike; gather scripts and turn into office.

PROPS

Read the script and make a list of needed props; be aware of deadlines to have props ready; work with stage manager and actors on prop settings for production; make sure all props are set before house opens for show (30 minutes before curtain time); clean up after each show and get props ready for next show; at the end of the show run, be responsible for striking props and putting them away

LIGHTING

Arrive early for pre-show lighting set-up, run light board or follow spot cues as designed by the lighting designer and called by the stage manager during all technical/dress rehearsals and productions.

SET CONSTRUCTION

Basic carpentry or woodworking skills and the ability to use basic hand and/or power tools are necessary; assist the master carpenter in all phases of set construction, including painting and strike.

PERFORMING

Actors are the principle instruments through which the Director speaks and interprets the Playwrights thoughts.

Responsibilities: be prepared for all rehearsals; have lines & cues memorized; be responsible for character development; note all instructions from Director; be responsible for all of your props and costumes (make sure your props are set in the right area); if you must be absent or late for a rehearsal, inform the stage manager; if an emergency arises during a performance, alert the stage manager immediately if you must leave; sign in for each performance; turn in all scripts, props, & costumes following the run of the show; help with the show strike.

Do you have some free time?

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