Collaborate with professional staff to identify business partnerships and opportunities for participants. Help develop entry-level job and internship opportunities for skill development and experience.

Meet and greet participants, including young people and special guests, as they arrive for weekly meetings. Ensure everyone feels welcomed and valued before and during the meetings. This role requires a commitment of 2-3 hours once a week.

Assist with phone calls, research, marketing, graphic design, and paperwork. Share your expertise in administrative tasks to support the organization's operations.

Assist with setting up tables, chairs, and arranging the room for weekly meetings. Help with putting things back and cleaning up after the meetings. This role is flexible and requires a commitment once a week.

Prepare, deliver, and/or serve meals at weekly meetings within a budget. Servers are expected to arrive early and stay for 1 hour once a week.

Mentors connect with participants to offer friendship, advice, and support. This role involves a mutual agreement between the participant and mentor, with a focus on building a supportive relationship.

Facilitate discussions at weekly meetings using questions provided by professional staff. Engage participants in meaningful conversations to enhance their learning experience.

Work with professional staff and the board to identify and secure financial opportunities such as grants and scholarships for students. This role involves strategic planning and execution of fundraising activities.

Provide participants with an in-depth opportunity to personalize weekly lessons. Volunteers should be knowledgeable in the subject matter and able to assist participants in applying lessons to their lives.

Support the lighting crew in setting up and operating stage lighting equipment. This includes hanging and focusing lights, running cables, and assisting with technical cues during rehearsals and performances.

Assist the sound team with audio equipment setup, microphone placement, and sound checks. This role ensures clear and effective audio delivery for performances and contributes to the overall theatrical experience.

Wardrobe Assistants manage costumes during performances, assisting actors with changes and ensuring garments are clean and repaired. This role is crucial for smooth show execution and maintaining costume integrity.

Costume Drapers assist in the creation and fitting of theatrical costumes, working with patterns and fabrics. This role requires attention to detail and a passion for costume design and construction for stage productions.

Front of House volunteers ensure a welcoming and organized experience for patrons attending performances. Responsibilities include ticketing, ushering guests to their seats, and managing concessions sales before and during shows.

Volunteers support various outreach and promotional activities for the festival. This can include assisting at farmers' markets, the annual Bard-B-Q fundraiser, and concerts, as well as general marketing efforts to engage the community.

Assist the lead costumer with various tasks related to costume production, maintenance, and organization. This can involve fabric preparation, minor alterations, and inventory management for theatrical wardrobes.

Support the hair and makeup team in preparing performers for stage. This includes assisting with wig styling, applying theatrical makeup, and ensuring all actors are ready for their cues and appearances.

Production Assistants work alongside the backstage staff to support various aspects of theatre production. Responsibilities may include general stage support, prop management, and assisting technical teams with daily tasks.

Paint Assistants contribute to the artistic finish of theatrical sets and props. This involves applying various paint techniques and colors to create textures and visual effects according to design specifications.

Assist in the building and assembly of theatrical sets. This role involves working with tools and various materials to bring scenic designs to life, under the guidance of experienced builders and designers.