VOLUNTEERS

Kelsey Theatre is committed to advancing an environment of diversity, equality, inclusion, and anti-racism. We aim to foster an inclusive environment for people of all races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, creeds, socio-economic statuses, nationalities and abilities. 

 

**If you would like to receive audition notifications or usher information via email please fill out the blue form.

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VOLUNTEERING FOR SHOW CREW -
The Kelsey Theatre has 10 different Theatre Companies that use our stage and their needs vary. If you want to volunteer to work on a production please FOLLOW THE LINK TO FILL IN THE VOLUNTEER FORM. ONCE YOUR FORM IS RECEIVED IT WILL BE FORWARDED TO THE PRODUCTION COMPANIES.
If you have any other questions you can email Amy Bessellieu bessella@mccc.edu  
VOLUNTEER FORM
HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/KELSEY-VOLUNTEER-SIGN-UP

 


USHER OPPORTUNITIES

Usher opportunities are open to all races, gender identities, sexual orientations, body types, ages and abilities.
We strongly recommed wearing masks while volunteering at the theatre
USHER DUTIES INCLUDE:
  • Handing out Will-Call Tickets
  • Scanning Tickets at the Entrance
  • Assisting with seating
  • Helping to go through the theatre at the end of the show to make sure nothing was left behind. 
    • We have dispossible gloves you can wear while working if you wish to use them. 
Usher vests will be washed after each use, please place used vest in the basket under the vest rack once you are done. 
DRESS CODE:
  • Dress code: Conservative Casual. You will be required to wear an Usher Vest while ushering.
  • Usher vests will be washed after each use, please place used vest in the basket under the vest rack once you are done.
NOTE:
  • Once signed up all you need to do is show up at the time you picked.
  • NO Video Recording allowed
  • NO Go-Pro's allowed in Theatre
  • If we are sold out you may be required to stand for the performance.
    • There are a limited number of "jump seats" available for ushers.

THERE ARE SEPARATE LINKS FOR EACH SHOW... To sign up click the link for the show you want, click the date and time you want then fill in your information as requested.   Be sure to scroll down to the submit button at the bottom of the page.


***SEPTEMBER USHER OPPORTUNITIES***
BEAUTIFUL, THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL

USHER LINK:   https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4EACAA2DAA8-beautifulthe

PERFORMANCE DATES:

  • Fridays, September 22 & 29 at 8pm
  • Saturdays, September 23 & 30 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sundays, September 24 & October 1 at 2pm   

Presented by Playful Theatre Productions

Beautiful tells the Tony® and Grammy®-winning inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. You will feel the earth move with over two dozen pop classics, including ‘You’ve Got a Friend,” “Natural Woman,” “Up On The Roof,” “One Fine Day,” “So Far Away,” and “Will You Love Me Tomorrow?”


***OCTOBER USHER OPPORTUNITIES***
MATILDA, THE MUSICAL

USHER LINK:   https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4EACAA2DAA8-roald

PERFORMANCE DATES:

  • Fridays, October 6 & 13 at 8pm
  • Saturdays, October 7 & 14 at 8pm
  • Sundays, October 8 & 15 at 2pm   

Presented by Maurer Productions OnStage

Inspired by the twisted genius of Roald Dahl, The Tony Award-winning musical Matilda is a captivating story about a young girl who uses the power of her imagination, friendship, and storytelling to make a better life for both her and her fellow classmates. This inspiring story boasts a powerful message to the youth of our own community about standing up to bullies and being true to yourself.


THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW

USHER LINK:   https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4EACAA2DAA8-thelegend

PERFORMANCE DATES:

  • Saturday, October 7 at 1pm & 4pm   

Presented by Virginia Rep on Tour

Join Ichabod Crane, Brom Bones, the lovely Katrina Van Tassel, the residents of Tarry Town and, oh yes, the Headless Horseman, as they live the story made famous by the legend. This Halloween classic is faithful to the original story written by Washington Irving in 1819 and will thrill and perhaps chill your audiences (though it’s not too scary for little ones). This fun musical retelling of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is one experience you won’t want to miss! 


ROEBLING - THE STORY OF THE BROOKLYN BRIDGE

USHER LINK:   https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4EACAA2DAA8-roebling

PERFORMANCE DATES:

  • Fridays, October 20 & 27 at 8pm
  • Saturdays, October 21 & 28 at 8pm
  • Sundays, October 22 & 29 at 2pm   

Presented by Theater To Go

Starting off Theater To Go’s New Jersey Playwright Series with a fascinating drama based on the true story. In 1869, John Roebling wins the contract to design and build the Brooklyn Bridge, the longest and tallest bridge in the world at the time. The construction spanned 14 years, involving 600 workers and at least two dozen people died in the process, including John Roebling. Roebling’s daughter-in-law, Emily, takes a stand ensuring that the Roebling name will forever be attached to this beloved historic landmark.

 


***NOVEMBER USHER OPPORTUNITIES***
ON GOLDEN POND

USHER LINK:   https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4EACAA2DAA8-43347588-ongolden

PERFORMANCE DATES:

  • Fridays, November 3 at 8pm
  • Saturdays, November 4 & 11 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sundays, November 5 & 12 at 2pm   

Presented by Break A Leg Productions & Zeff Entertainment

This is the love story of Ethel and Norman Thayer, who are returning to their summer home on Golden Pond. He is a retired professor, nearing eighty, with heart palpitations and a failing memory—but still is tart-tongued, observant, and eager for life as ever. Ethel, his wife, delights in all the small things that have enriched their long life together. On Golden Pond navigates the ups and downs of family life and the importance of ultimately enjoying the moments we have


PARFUMERIE

USHER LINK:   https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4EACAA2DAA8-43347601-parfumerie

PERFORMANCE DATES:

  • Fridays, November 24 & December 1 at 8pm
  • Saturdays, November 25 & December 2 at 2pm & 8pm
  • Sundays, November 26 & December 3 at 2pm   

Presented by MTM Players

A new adaptation of the play that inspired “You’ve Got Mail,” “The Shop Around The Corner,” “She Loves Me,” and “In The Good Old Summertime.” Just days before Christmas, George Horvath’s boss at the Parfumerie fires him after mistakenly suspecting him to be his unfaithful wife’s lover. Then George discovers that the stranger he has fallen in love with through a secret correspondence is none other than Amalia Balash, a co-worker with whom he constantly feuds.  Oh my!

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 MORE USHER OPPORTUNITIES WILL BE POSTED sOON!