Volunteer: Shakespeare in High Park Ushers Needed, Canadian Stage

Canadian Stage is currently seeking enthusiastic and customer-service oriented youth to volunteer as ushers for our 30th annual Shakespeare in High Park!

Volunteers get great perks like tickets to our 2012/13 season, a cool volunteer t-shirt, backstage tours, and invites to special events.  For more details, visit www.canadianstage.com or email volunteers@canadianstage.com.  Volunteers must attend an orientation session on Thursday May 31 at 5:30 pm, Saturday June 2 at 1:30 or Tuesday June 12 at 5:30.  All orientation sessions are held at 26 Berkeley Street (Front & Sherbourne).  Space is limited and RSVP’s are encouraged.

Volunteers must be 15 years of age or older.  Families (children 12+) welcome!

Volunteer: Mirage: the 2012 Versailles Gala, Opera Atelier

Opera Atelier is calling all volunteers!

Join Opera Atelier for Mirage: the 2012 Versailles Gala and help support our education, outreach and artist development programs by applying to volunteer as a server, a live auction spotter, after-party volunteer or even a wardrobe assistant. This is your chance to rub elbows with Toronto’s elite and get exclusive behind-the-scenes access at the same time!

Apply now or get more information: email Alexandra Lalonde at alexandra.lalonde@operaatelier.com or call (416) 703-3767 x221.

Internship: Program Intern, Young Centre for the Performing Arts

The Organization
The Young Centre for the Performing Arts provides a home for the leading artists and arts organizations of our city across all performance disciplines, while making a major investment in the future of our community. In the fall of 2008, the Young Centre launched an exciting slate of programming involving four major streams of activity: Festivals, Presentations, Incubation, and Outreach. With artistic programming lead by 12 remarkable Resident Artists, Young Centre Programming showcases the best of music, theatre, dance, and spoken word – and all the collaborative possibilities in between.

The Opportunity
The Program Intern role represents an incredible opportunity to participate in the exciting and evolving artistic programming of the Young Centre, a hub for creative activity in Toronto’s Distillery Historic District. The Intern will have the opportunity to be involved with program development, attend performances, interact with celebrated Toronto artists, and be part of a dynamic creative environment.

Term

• Dates: mid-August to mid-December, two days per week
• Location: Young Centre for the Performing Arts, Toronto’s Distillery Historic District

Job Description
The Program Intern will report to the Artistic Coordinator and Artistic Administrator and support the
programming staff in various capacities, such as:

• assisting with the planning, organization, scheduling, and communications for the Young Centre’s Fall 2012 season:
  • Global Cabaret Festival (October 12 – 14)
  • The Word Festival (December)
  • Cabaret at the Young (ongoing)
  • Young Centre City Choir (ongoing)

• assisting with the collection of information for the website, house program, and other promotional materials
• assisting with the creation of artist welcome packages and the coordination of the festival headquarters and artist check-in
• assisting the programming staff as required

While Young Centre’s office hours are Monday to Friday from 10am-6pm, the Program Intern is expected to work part-time according to a mutually agreed upon schedule. However, the Program Intern’s full availability will be expected during festivals and events, including some evenings and weekends.

Qualifications/Skills

• Passion for the performing arts (music, dance, theatre, spoken word)
• Knowledge, understanding, and experience with Young Centre Programming an asset
• Previous experience working in a festival environment is an asset
• Positive attitude and strong interpersonal communication skills
• Effective organizational and information management skills
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

Application
Please submit a one page cover letter, resume, and two (2) references. Email submissions only. Documents to be attached in PDF format. Applications and any questions should be directed to:

Lisa Li
Artistic Coordinator
lisa@soulpepper.ca
(416) 203-6264 x.130

Application deadline is Monday, July 9, 2012 – 10 AM.

Young Centre for the Performing Arts is an equal opportunity employer and invites all applicants with proper credentials to apply for this position. Young Centre for the Performing Arts thanks all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Call for Submissions: The 2012 Festival of Ideas & Creation Artistic Ambassadors, Canadian Stage

The 2012 Festival of Ideas & Creation is fast approaching and Canadian Stage is looking for curious and energetic volunteers to be Festival ARTISTIC AMBASSADORS.

This year’s Festival focuses on Music in Performance. It features emerging and established artists alike, and runs at the Berkeley Street Theatre (26 Berkeley St.) from May 9th – May 12th, with a special offsite event on May 13th.

As an Artistic Ambassador, each volunteer will be paired with a presenting company and assist them in their rehearsals and performance as scheduled throughout the Festival.  Artistic Ambassadors will be responsible for liaising between Canadian Stage and the artists involved and providing the support necessary for a successful process.  Involvement with the company can range from working as an ASM, taking blocking notes, or even simply observing the process.

The Artistic Ambassador program is a fantastic way to meet accomplished artists, gain insight into new creative processes, and connect with some of the most exciting new works being created in Canada. It is also a unique opportunity to gain full access to this year’s Festival programming.

In thanks, volunteers will also be offered two tickets to Canadian Stage’s production of The Game of Love and Chance on a date of their choosing (on stage until May 12).

Please complete the attached application form, specifying which projects you would be interested in and available to work with.

Please email:
1) The completed application form
2) A paragraph that outlines your interest in the position and your past artistic, production and/or administrative experience (maximum 300 words)
to artisticintern@canadianstage.com no later than NOON on Tuesday, May 1, 2012. (Subject line:  FESTIVAL ARTISTIC AMBASSADOR).

For more information on ongoing emerging artists opportunities at Canadian Stage, check out our GYM Program.

We look forward to hearing from you. If you have any questions please call 416-367-8243 x 245.

Volunteer: Seeking Volunteers to Assist with our Summer Opera Camp Program, Canadian Opera Company

The Education and Outreach department at the Canadian Opera Company is seeking volunteers to assist with our Summer Opera Camp Program.

Volunteering is a great way to get experience, fulfill community service hours, meet new people, and have fun! We’re looking for committed, creative, hardworking, and outgoing people who are at least 15 years of age. Volunteers are required to commit to a minimum of one full week of camp (8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Friday). Police record checks are required at the beginning of the volunteer placement.

For additional information please contact the Carly Anderson, Children and Youth Programs Manager at
carlya@coc.ca or at 416-306-2307.

Application form can be found here

For more information on Summer Opera Camp, visit here.

We welcome applicants to attach their resume to the application form.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until Monday June 4, 2012 at 5 p.m.

Volunteer: 11th annual rock.paper.sistahz Festival, b current Performing Arts

b current Performing Arts is pleased to announce the 11th annual rock.paper.sistahz Festival taking place from May 4-11, 2012.  The highly popular, one-of-a-kind festival will showcase some of Toronto’s most creative performance work by Black women artists and artists of colour.

Be a part of the festival team!
All activities conveniently take place in and around the Artscape Wychwood Barns.

email: info@bcurrent.ca
phone: 416-533-1500

Upcoming Volunteer Orientation dates:

• Wednesday, April 18@6:30p
• Sunday, April 22@2:00p

For more information about the festival visit the “rps 2012″ page under the Events heading at www.bcurrent.ca

Volunteer: Call for Volunteers, Shakespeare in Action

Shakespeare in Action, Canada’s leading classical theatre company for youth, is seeking volunteer ushers for it’s upcoming productions of ‘Romeo & Juliet’ and ‘Macbeth’.  The Double Tragedy runs weekday mornings and afternoons from April 16th to April 28th, at Central Commerce Collegiate, 570 Shaw Street.  Please call (416) 703-4881, or email bonnie@shakespeareinaction.org for more info.

Volunteer: Seeking Editorial Volunteers, Mooney on Theatre

We’re looking for two people to join us as Volunteer Assistant Editors (Internship) for an 8-month period that runs from May to December 2012.

About Mooney on Theatre
Mooney on Theatre is a recognized go-to source for information about theatre in Toronto. The fast-growing online publication focusing on theatre, was started in April 2008 with a single writer (now editor-in-chief, Megan Mooney). Since its establishment the publication has grown to include over 17 regular contributors and has an established and loyal readership.

Assistant Editors will gain experience in all aspects of the publication, including:

• Providing regular content for Mooney on Theatre, including heavy involvement in the Toronto Fringe Festival;
• Researching and fact checking;
• Proofreading copy;
•  Working on outreach (i.e. social media);
• Writing headline copy;
• Aiding in Search Engine Optimization processes;
• Pitching articles and publishing press releases.

Requirements

• Strong organization and coordination skills;
• Able to work effectively independently, and as part of a team;
• Commitment to at least 10 hours per week normally, and up to 30 hours per week from June 25th to July 18th for Toronto Fringe Festival coverage
• A willingness and desire to learn

To apply for the position please forward a resume and a short writing sample of no more than 400 words to the editor (megan@mooneyontheatre.com) by Friday, April 29, 2012.

Terms of the internship
Mooney on Theatre’s editorial internship is an unpaid program for candidates who are interested in working in journalism. Although geared towards those with an interest in new media and the arts, the application process is open to all candidates interested in editorial work. The internship offers an opportunity for “hands-on” learning and Mooney on Theatre will provide training. The internship is also flexible to accommodate school and work schedules. There is also the possibility of an extension to a second term. *Please note: This internship is not eligible for academic credit.

Volunteer: Free Fall 2012, The Theatre Centre

Free Fall is also looking for volunteers (they get free tickets to all the events!) please email below if you are interested in helping out!

Roxanne Duncan roxanne@theatrecentre.org

Volunteer: Front of House, Ushers and Box Office, Shakespeare In Action

Canada’s leading classical theatre company for youth is currently welcoming volunteers for their upcoming productions of The Diary of Anne Frank, and Double Tragedy: Romeo and Juliet and Macbeth.

Positions include (but are not limited to) Front of House, Ushers and Box Office.

The Diary of Anne Frank runs from March 15-31 at the Al Green Theatre, Miles Nadal JCC, 750 Spadina Ave at Bloor. The Double Tragedy runs from April 16-28 at Central Commerce Collegiate, 570 Shaw St.

To be considered for a volunteer position with Shakespeare In Action, please call our offices at (416) 703-4881, or email info@shakespeareinaction.org.