Question 1

Front of House (Ushers, Greeters, Marketplace)

Accepted Answer

Matthews Playhouse is in search of Greeters, Ushers, and Matthews Marketplace Assistants to assist at performances of our Mainstage productions. These performances typically take place in the evenings and afternoons on weekends. Our front-of house volunteers are essential in creating a welcoming atmosphere and ensuring that the lobby and house are prepared. Greeters welcome guests, provide performance and facility information, and assist with special needs; Ushers guide guests to their seats, distribute programs, and address any concerns; and Matthews Marketplace Assistants manage concession sales before and during intermission.

Question 2

School Show Volunteers

Accepted Answer

Volunteers are also needed to assist with weekday morning school performances to ensure a smooth and efficient experience for our young audiences. School show volunteers help manage the traffic of school buses and assist children and teachers with entering the theatre.

Question 3

Scene Shop Help (Construction & Painting)

Accepted Answer

We are always in need of help at the scene shop with building sets, painting scenery and gathering props for our productions. We also need assistance with loading in sets before every production goes up and striking the sets after we close. No experience is necessary, but if you have skills in art, painting, carpentry etc., this would be a great opportunity for you. The scene shop is open most days of the week, typically a month prior to a production.

Question 4

Committee Volunteers

Accepted Answer

Matthews Playhouse needs volunteers for all of our committees, which help with various aspects of keeping the theatre running. We actively look to engage business professionals, parents, and members of our community to assist us in maintaining a "margin of excellence" in our programming.

Question 5

Volunteer Committee

Accepted Answer

This committee is inclusive of several aspects of volunteerism at the theatre.
 • Front of House:  As the "face" of the theatre, you are responsible for greeting guests before and during productions.  Duties include ushering and/or handling concession sales. Volunteers are needed for our weekend and our weekday school shows.
 • Auditions: Volunteers assist in coordinating and providing support during the audition process for all shows.
 • Recruitment: Actively seek out those who would be a good fit to our team of volunteers and encourage them to get more involved.

Question 6

Marketing and Development Committee

Accepted Answer

Helps with all facets of marketing, including public relations, media relations, social media media, promotions, advertising and research.  Help to organize and facilitate the theatre's overall fundraising efforts and events.  Assist with grant writing, facilitate corporate partnerships and work with personal and business donors.

Question 7

Community Outreach and Engagement Committee

Accepted Answer

This committee partners with other local non-profits to promote the performing arts and education within the community.  Members are in charge of creating partnerships, leading special events and facilitating our Pay What You Can Events.  Members are also responsible for managing the Matthews Playhouse Marketplace.

Question 8

Production Committee

Accepted Answer

Works on any and all facets of the production process such as set construction, painting, props, costumes, load-in and strike.

Question 9

Education Committee

Accepted Answer

Works to maximize and extend the reach of the Playhouse's education programs.​

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