Imperial Theatre

What services does your organization provide?
The building is avaliable for rental from local and touring productions as well as Imperial itself presenting entertainment to the city, community and surrounding areas.

Do you have any age requirements?
The minimum age is 15. We have what we call the Youth Corp, which is strictly student volunteers.

Do you require language proficiency other than in English?
No, additional languages are not needed but French or any language is always an asset

What time commitment(s) are you expecting from a volunteer?
The minimum is 25 shows or workshops a year.

Are there any other requirements for being a volunteer?
There are physical requirements: See, hear and walk. Unfortunately it is sometimes seating people in a dark theatre, there are balconies and stairs, and you need to hear if the anyone in the audience is being disruptive or if there is a problem as well as listening to complaints (if there are any). For Stage Door to hear the buzzer to let people in.

Are there any specific skills and experience required?
There are no specific skills or experience required other than a love of the arts and a willingness to help. CPR training is provided as well as volunteer training.

What type of volunteer positions are typically available?
Ticket takers, coat check person, stage door monitor and ushers.

Is there any training provided for volunteers?
Yes there is training and a CPR course. There is an information session and then shadowing for 12 performances before you "graduate" to doing it on your own.

What are the typical volunteer activities occurring at your organization?
Seating patrons, ticket taking, making sure the lobby and auditorium are cleaned after performances and handling the coat room. Stage door duties and the occasional mail out. As well, volunteering at the gallery hop and theatre workshops.

How will a person benefit from volunteering with Imperial Theatre?
Serving the public, meeting other volunteers and there are social events as well as appreciation nights for our volunteers.

Do you accept high school students?
Yes we do. We also provide them with a reference letter from the Operations Manager when they have completed their requirements.