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.

WE STRONGLY RECOMMED WEARING MASKS WHILE VOLUNTEERING AT THE THEATRE

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.


 

JUNE USHER OPPORTUNITIEs

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST

PERFORMANCE DATES:

  • Fridays, June 20 & 27, 2025 at 8pm
  • Saturday, June 21 at 8pm
  • Saturday, June 28 at 2pm
  • Sundays, June 22 & 29 at 2pm 

Presented by Shakespeare 70

Oscar Wilde at his very best!  If you haven’t seen his favorite “trivial comedy for serious people,” you won’t want to miss this opportunity to join Shakespeare ‘70 for some high society fun. Presiding over the verbal merriment is Lady Bracknell, possibly the most comically domineering aunt in stage history. Ally and Jack try to be Earnest, while wooing Gwendolyn and Cecile, taking the play through some unlikely plot twists. By the way, if you have seen the show before, you will love the chance to renew acquaintance with those lively characters and the witty dialogue. PG

USHER LINK:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4EACAA2DAA8-50769766-theimportance


JULY USHER OPPORTUNITIEs

HARMONY FOR HOPE

PERFORMANCE DATE:                          

  • Saturday, July 5 at 3pm          

Presented by Harmony 123 to benefit Sprout U School of the Arts

Enjoy an afternoon of great performances by Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey, 30 award-winning youth musicians and dancers from six states and three countries, and other local performers! Come also to have a chance to purchase artworks by local artists and bid in exciting online auctions of art, music legend memorabilia, and more!  

100% of all proceeds benefit Sprout U School of the Arts (under the Greenhouse Arts Incubator, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, Tax-ID 86-3799911), a performing arts school in the city of Trenton, NJ teaching an arts-integrated curriculum from preschool to high school.

USHER LINK:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4EACAA2DAA8-57221697-harmony


MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS

PERFORMANCE DATES:

  • Fridays, July 11 & 28 at 8pm                             
  • Saturdays, July 12 & 29 at 2pm                                               
  • Sundays, July 13 & 30 at 2pm

Presented by Yardley Players

The heartwarming musical based on the Judy Garland movie. It is the summer of 1903, and everyone in the Smith family eagerly anticipates the opening of the 1904 World’s Fair. Over the course of a year, the family's mutual respect, tempered with good-natured humor, helps them through romance, opportunity, and heartbreaks. The musical includes seven of the best-loved songs from the film, plus ten additional Martin and Blane songs written especially for the stage. Memorable musical numbers include "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas," "The Boy Next Door," "The Trolley Song," and "Whenever I’m with You.

USHER LINK:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4EACAA2DAA8-50769817-meet


AUGUST USHER OPPORTUNITIEs

THE BALLAD OF MULAN               

PERFORMANCE DATES:

  • Friday, August 1 at 7p                   
  • Saturday, August 2 at 1pm & 4pm
  • Sunday, August 3 at 1pm & 4pm

Presented by Huaxia Chinese School at Plainsboro

The Ancient Chinese tale of Mulan is brought to life in a unique multi-disciplinary performance by Huaxia Chinese School at Plainsboro. This drama is enhanced by poetry, music, songs, dances, and of course Chinese martial arts to create a stunning performance, narrated in Chinese and English. According to legend, Mulan took her aged father's place in the conscription for the army by disguising herself as a man. She becomes a formidable warrior as she fights and saves China. When the Emperor ultimately honors her for her long and distinguished military service, she declines the position of high office he offers, and returns home to her beloved family.

USHER LINK:  

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4EACAA2DAA8-50769827-theballad


SUMMER OPERA FESTIVAL 2025

Presented by NJ Lyric Opera Company

CARMEN - Experience this story of unstoppable passion and sizzling drama with alluring melodies including the famous Habanera. 

Sung in French with English subtitles

PERFORMANCE DATES:

  • Thursday, August 7 at 7:30pm               
  • Friday, August 8 at 7:30pm

USHER LINK:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4EACAA2DAA8-57221371-summe

 

LA BOHEME - Opera's great love story set in sparkling Paris- come experience the beauty, passion, and enchantment of love for an afternoon remember! Sung in Italian with English subtitles

 

PERFORMANCE DATES:

  • Saturday, August 9 at 2pm               
  • Sunday, August 10 at 2pm

USHER LINK:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4EACAA2DAA8-57221381-summer

 

FESTIVAL NIGHT GALA - A live performance immersive with a cinematic backdrop- don't miss this visually-stunning program featuring live on stage performances including opera favorites paired with rare opera gems. With English subtitles

 

PERFORMANCE DATES:

  • Saturday, August 9 at 7:30pm 

USHER LINK:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4EACAA2DAA8-57221379-summer

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 MORE USHER OPPORTUNITIES WILL BE POSTED sOON!