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Village Theatre Volunteer Application
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Village Theatre!
Village Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Organization. As such, Village Theatre will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability, marital status, veteran’s status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.
Prior to volunteering with Village Theatre, all applicants, new and experienced, are required to:
1) Complete this short application (each individual needs to complete a separate application)
2) Agree to the Volunteer expectations, as stated here and during training
3) Pass a background check through the Washington State Patrol (the form will be completed, based on the information you provide, and all information and results will be kept in strictest confidence by the Village Theatre Human Resources Dept.)
4) Participate in annual Usher Training prior to volunteering, as well as pre-show Event Meetings
Applicant Information
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Address
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Email
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Let's Get to Know You!
In what location would you like to volunteer?
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Issaquah
Everett
Both
What is your connection to Village Theatre?
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Past Volunteer with Village Theatre
Current or past subscriber
Have attended past Village Theatre performances
Village Theatre donor
Current or past Village Theatre employee
Related to a Village Theatre employee
I am the parent/guardian/or relative of a KIDSTAGE student
I am new to Village Theatre
Community member
Other
Are you connected to a company or organization that offers a volunteer hours financial match or other incentive that you would like to Village Theatre to be part of?
YES, please contact me for more information
NO
Are you looking for community service hours?
YES
NO
Are you 1st Aid/CPR certified?
YES
NO
If YES, what is the expiration date?
Do you have any other information you would like to share with Village Theatre about your skills or experience?
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Ushering
Do you have prior ushering experience?
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YES
NO
I am primarily interested in the following ushering opportunities
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MAINSTAGE Season
KIDSTAGE Productions
Community Rental Events (ex: dance companies, music acts, civic programs)
Please select all that apply
I would like to be contacted about other volunteer opportunities with Village Theatre
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YES
NO
Ushering can be physically demanding or have specific requirements.
Please check the requirements below that you are capable of: (Please note: You are not precluded from ushering or volunteering based on these answers):
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Willing to follow safety expectations (including wearing a facial mask , if required)
Able to stand for a minimum of 1 hour at a time
Able to navigate multiple sets of stairs
Ability to bend to pick up programs and debris
Ability to read tickets and assist in seat location as needed
Able to lift 10lbs
Please select all that apply
We understand that there may be physical challenges that make our traditional ushering requirements difficult for some individuals.
We make every effort to match interested individuals of all abilities with a suitable position and/or accomodations. Please note challenges below.
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Availability
What times are you generally available?
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Weekday Daytime
Weekday Evenings
Weekend Matinees
Weekend Evenings
Flexible Schedule
Select all that apply
Would you be willing to be on call to fill last minute shifts?
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YES
NO
Maybe
If you answered YES, how much advance notice would you generally need?
VOLUNTEER EXPECTATIONS
As a Village Theatre Volunteer, you are an ambassador for our programs and the venues we operate. Our ushers are a vital piece of the theatre experience, and the face of the organization. It is important that you bring a positive attitude to your shift, remain polite and courteous, and are available to patrons in need of assistance to guarantee that each guest’s experience is a positive one.
Volunteers will:
1) Arrive on time for their shift.
• Ushers are expected to participate fully in all usher activities pre-show, during the performance, at intermission, and the end of the show, as directed by the House Manager.
• Ushers should familiarize themselves with the seating layout, emergency exits, and procedures prior to their shift, and should be prepared to assist the House Manager in cases of an emergency.
2) Respond to communications from the House Manager in a timely manner.
3) Follow the required dress code:
• BLACK Bottoms
• WHITE Top
• CLOSED TOE Shoes
• NO large prints or logos
• Tidy and clean attire that is free of holes and provides adequate coverage.
4) Refrain from using strong perfumes/colognes and maintain good personal hygiene.
• Frequently wash/sanitize hands.
• Smokers will wash their hands prior to shift, and use breath mints, if necessary.
7) Remain flexible and responsive to the House Manager’s requests when ushering.
• Willingly accept the door or task assigned
8) Volunteers shall not report for their shift while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, illegal, recreational, or prescribed, that could adversely affect his/her ability to perform their ushering duties in a safe and efficient manner.
9) Ushers shall refrain from using their cell phone while volunteering (except in the case of an emergency).
Notify the Front of House Manager if you are unable to cover your ushering shift.
• Provide 48 hours notice to allow a replacement to be secured.
• If you are ill, please contact the House Manager and do not come to the Theatre.
This application does not guarantee volunteer status, nor is volunteer status guaranteed in perpetuity. Management has the right to dismiss volunteers at any time. Grounds for dismissal include, but are not limited to:
• Failure to comply with the volunteer expectations
• Unlawful activity
• Repeated no-shows or tardiness
• Showing disrespect towards patrons, fellow volunteers, Village Theatre or its staff
I have read and agree with the Volunteer Expectations above.
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I Agree
I do not agree
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