The Virginia Theatre has been a part of the Champaign-Urbana community's history and quality of life since December 28, 1921 . Built in the tradition of great vaudeville-movie palaces of the 1920's and early 30's the Virginia is a beautiful theatre with a rich link to our past. This link crosses all boundaries reflecting the depth and diversity of our community. We would like to invite you to become a part of this historical link by joining the Virginia Theatre 's volunteer family.

Our volunteers play a crucial role in the quality of the performance, as well as affecting every patron's theatre experience. Every performance utilizes several volunteers in the following areas: ticket-takers, ushers, concessions, crowd control and merchandise. By becoming a Virginia Theatre volunteer, you not only take away from it a great experience, but you also become part of the glue that enables us to continue on her traditions.

Volunteer Job Descriptions

• Ticket-Takers: Your post is at the main lobby entrance doors. Your duties include: greet patrons, check tickets for accuracy, collect the ticket stubs from patrons, and monitor the entrance, allowing in only: patrons, staff, and volunteers. Other duties may include: counting ticket stubs once show begins, helping the patrons to exit the theatre after the conclusion of the performance, along with picking-up the theatre aisles after the theatre is cleared out.
• Ushers : Your post is at the theatre doors. Your duties include: monitor lobby and theatre doors and assist patrons to follow house rules, distribute programs and assist patrons to their correct seats. Other duties may include: helping the patrons to exit the theatre after the conclusion of the performance, along with picking-up the theatre aisles after the theatre is cleared out. Note : It is recommended that you become familiar with how the Virginia Theatre 's seating arrangement is labeled on the ticket, along with its corresponding seat in the theatre's seating chart for reserved seating performances. This ensures efficiency and accuracy when seating patrons prior to and during the performance.
• Concessions : Your post is at the main level or mezzanine/balcony level concession areas. Your duties include: selling/serving food and drinks to patrons, money handling, and using cash registers to track revenue. Other duties may include: assisting with concession area set-up and clean-up. Note : You must be able to work in a fast paced environment, while handling money and concession orders accurately.
• Crowd Control: Control crowd movement. Assist in directing patrons to proper entrance. Other duties may include: helping the patrons to exit the theatre after the conclusion of the performance, along with picking-up the theatre aisles after the theatre is cleared out.
• Merchandise: Assist in selling event merchandise and tracking inventory. Note : You must be able to work in a fast paced environment, while handling money and merchandise accurately.

Volunteer Requirements

Arrival: Arrive 75 minutes before show time.

Attire: Wear white shirt and black/dark colored pants.

Volunteer application form.

Volunteer Training Sessions

Virginia Theatre Volunteer Training Sessions happen on the first Monday of the month unless otherwise noted.  These sessions take place at the Virginia Theatre at 6pm.  All new volunteers must attend one training session before their first event.  The following dates have been set:

• July 5, 2011 (July 4 is a Monday)
• August 1, 2011
• September 6, 2011 (September 5 is Labor Day)
• October 3, 2011
• November 7, 2011
• December 5, 2011
• January 3, 2012 (CPD is closed on January 2)
• February 6, 2012
• March 5, 2012
• April 2, 2012

Volunteer Opportunities

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