VOLUNTEER FAQ

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Your local Gallery Theater is run entirely by volunteer efforts. We have one part-time paid employee. Everything else is up to you- our community- to keep things running.

Thank you for your time and dedication to keeping the arts alive in McMinnville!

 

Our team will ensure you are trained and confident when volunteering. For new volunteers, we will check in with you prior to your timeslot and provide training.

 

Got questions? email Volunteer@gallerytheater.org or call the theater 503-472-2227

 

Expectations & Responsibilities for Volunteers

All volunteers receive a free ticket to see a show at Gallery 

 

All volunteers must adhere to all rules and regulations set forth by Gallery Theater below:

House Manager

• Remain in the lobby for the duration of the performance for safety of our audience and performers as well as to receive and take care of last minute ticket holders

• Arrive 1 hour prior to show time

  • For evening shows arrive by 6:30pm, Matinees arrive by 1:00pm

• Wear Business Casual

• Must be at least 18 years old

• Maintain safety during shows, including assisting guests, and following procedures in emergency situations

• Clean auditorium and lobby areas after performances

• Remove trash from lobby and bathrooms to help keep the facility clean and presentable  

• Will receive a FREE ticket to a FUTURE show. The Box Office will provide you with an “Admit One Flex Pass” ticket

• Must be officially trained by our veteran volunteers. We will reach out to you

 

Box Office 

• Works in the box office prior to the show assisting with ticket sales and last minute changes to seating needs

• Arrive one hour prior to show time

  • For evening shows arrive by 6:30pm, Matinees arrive by 1:00pm

  • Time commitment is the hour prior to the show

• Wear Business Casual

• Must be at least 18 years old

• Will receive a FREE ticket to a show to use that day or at a later date

• Must be officially trained by our veteran volunteers

 

Wine Bar Host

OLCC License Required- Get yours HERE

• Works upstairs in our loft pouring drinks for our patrons and offering quality service

• Arrive 1 hour prior to show time to serve

  • For evening shows arrive by 6:30pm, Matinees arrive by 1:00pm

• Wear Business Casual

• Must be at least 21 years old

• Will receive a FREE ticket to the show you are volunteering or a future show. The Box Office will provide you with an “Admit One Flex Pass” ticket

 

Wine Bar Assistant

• Works upstairs in our loft pouring drinks for our patrons and offering quality service supporting the host

• Arrive 1 hour prior to show time to serve

  • For evening shows arrive by 6:30pm, Matinees arrive by 1:00pm

• Wear Business Casual

• Must be at least 21 years old

• Will receive a FREE ticket to the show you are volunteering. The Box Office will provide you with an “Admit One Flex Pass” ticket

 

Concessions Clerk

• Works in the concessions booth selling treats to our guests before the show and during intermission

• Arrive 1 hour prior to show time to serve

  • For evening shows arrive by 6:30pm, Matinees arrive by 1:00pm

• Wear Business Casual

• Must be at least 18 years old

• Will receive a FREE ticket to the show you are volunteering or a future show. The Box Office will provide you with an “Admit One Flex Pass” ticket

 

Usher

• Checks tickets prior to entry of the show and helps patrons to their seats

• Arrive 1 hour prior to show time to serve

  • For evening shows arrive by 6:30pm, Matinees arrive by 1:00pm

• Wear Business Casual

• Must be at least 15 years old

• Will receive a FREE ticket to the show you are volunteering. 

• Maintain safety during shows, including assisting guests, and following procedures in emergency situations

• Clean auditorium and lobby areas after performances

• Remove trash from lobby and bathrooms to help keep the facility clean and presentable  

 

Opening Night Reception Helper- 

OLCC License Required- Get yours HERE *

• Help set up for the reception and serve drinks for cast, crew & community

• Arrive for the show and set up after intermission for the reception

• Wear Business Casual Fun

• Must be at least 21 years old

• Will receive a FREE ticket to the show you are volunteering or a future show. The Box Office will provide you with an “Admit One Flex Pass” ticket

 

Thank you for being part of our Theater Community!

 

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