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.

NOTE: sometimes your email host dings us as spam so you should periodically check your spam folder for emails from the Kelsey Theatre.

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.

VOLUNTEER FORM

HTTPS://TINYURL.COM/KELSEY-VOLUNTEER-SIGN-UP

If you have any other questions you can email THE HOUSE MANGER SHERON WILLIAMS at sheron.williams@students.mccc.edu

USHER OPPORTUNITIES

Usher opportunities are open to all races, gender identities, sexual orientations, body types, ages and abilities.

Sign up links can be found below.

If you find you are not able to do your shift please notify the House Manager immediately....

Email Sheron: sheron.williams@students.mccc.edu
Call the Box Office and leave a message for the House Manager: 609-570-3333
And remove yourself from that position in Sign Up Genius

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 disposable 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.
- You MUST stay for the entire show and help us at the end.
Opening Night Receptions are for PAYING patrons but you can partake of the goodies once you finish cleaning the theatre.
NO Video Recording or 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.

AUGUST USHER OPPORTUNITIES

RED CLIFFS 赤壁

Sat. August 22 at 4pm
Sun. August 23 at 4pm

A special collaboration with HX Chinese School

An action packed show presented by the Huaxia Chinese School featuring authentic music and martial arts. This energetic show simplifies the complex history into a fun, high-stakes story about teamwork, cleverness, and overcoming a massive challenge.

The story of the Red Cliffs comes from one of the most famous episodes in Chinese history and literature, dramatized in the classic novel Romance of the Three Kingdoms by Luo Guanzhong. It centers on the Battle of Red Cliffs, where a smaller alliance of southern warlords—primarily Sun Quan and Liu Bei—defeated the vastly larger northern army of Cao Cao.

Set along the Yangtze River, the battle is remembered for its clever strategy and dramatic flair. The allied forces, guided by brilliant tacticians like Zhuge Liang and Zhou Yu, used fire ships to exploit Cao Cao’s tightly chained fleet, turning a numerical disadvantage into a decisive victory. The event symbolizes the triumph of ingenuity over brute force and marks the beginning of the Three Kingdoms period in earnest.

Usher Sign-Up:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4EACAA2DAA8-64598808-redcliffs

SUMMER OPERA FESTIVAL 2026

New Jersey Lyric Opera

Il TROVATORE (THE TROUBADOUR) -- Fri. August 28 at 7:30pm
- This thrilling opera takes stage with a passionate love triangle, a mysterious curse and shocking ending- with the famous "Anvil Chorus," will leave you on the edge of your seat!
THE PEARL FISHERS -- Sat. August 29 at 2pm
- Travel to another world and time in this immersive summer ocean story where, two men's vow of eternal friendship is threatened by their love for the soon to be priestess, Leila, featuring the famous Pearl Fisher duet and glimmering soprano arias.
ROMEO AND JULIET -- Sat. August 29 at 7:30pm
- Gounod’s telling of Shakespeare’s masterpiece of star-crossed love comes to life on stage at Kelsey Theatre featuring a stellar cast.
THE BARBER OF SEVILLE -- Sun. August 30 at 2pm
- Figaro! 🎶 Figaro! Will love prevail in this new - fun -laugh-out loud comedy of Rossini's The Barber of Seville? Featuring the famous Figaro aria and ensembles in a hilarious staging in this Rossini classic.