At Bishop Arts Theatre Center, volunteers are essential to everything we do—whether it’s bringing a play to life, supporting a jazz concert, or helping with arts education programs. Their dedication fuels our mission to build a vibrant arts community.
Join us as a volunteer and experience the magic of theatre, music, and education up close!
Hosts
Greets patrons upon arrival and guides them to the box office for ticket purchase or pickup. Hosts also direct guests to the digital playbill and the complimentary wine bar, ensuring a warm and welcoming theatre experience.
Box Office Assistant
Responsible for distributing will-call tickets, collecting email addresses during intermission and after the show, and selling water bottles. The box office must remain staffed at all times.
Wine Bar Attendant
Welcomes patrons and serves complimentary wine, creating a warm and hospitable experience.
Balcony Suite Attendant
Assists patrons with balcony access and ensures the upstairs theatre environment remains orderly during performances.
Station yourself at the 2nd-floor elevator.
Escort patrons to their assigned balcony suites.
Keep balcony doors closed throughout the performance.
Ensure hallway lights are turned off once the show begins.
Remain at your post until the event concludes, then assist with cleanup.
Ushers
Provide front-of-house support by welcoming patrons, checking tickets, seating guests, and ensuring a smooth theatre experience before, during, and after performances.
Main Entrance Ushers (2):
Station at the theatre entrance (one at the top of the steps).
Confirm all patrons have tickets before entering.
Escort patrons to seats for reserved seating shows.
Remind patrons to silence cell phones.
During the performance, sit at the back of the theatre to handle disruptions and seat latecomers.
Ensure track lights remain on during the performance and are turned off after the show.
For general admission shows, ask patrons to sit near the front to leave space for late seating.
Wheelchair Entrance Usher (1):
Station inside the theatre at the accessible entrance.
Assist patrons with mobility needs.
Ensure the hall light stays off during performances.
Prevent entry through the back door during the show.
For volunteer opportunities, contact Rachel Rodriguez at (214) 948-0716 x301 or rachel@bishopartstheatre.org, or click the link below to apply.