Spotlight Operator Training Session
StoryBook Theatre
Dates: October 20, 2024
SBT is excited to announce our new spotlight operator training sessions!
Join us October 20, 2024 for a one-hour long session.
Storybook Theatre is looking for dedicated volunteers to assist all our productions this season as spotlight operators! All volunteers must be over the age of 14.
Have you ever wanted to learn more about what goes on behind-the-curtain, or how technical theatre wizardry helps create the magic you see onstage? Volunteering as a spotlight operator is a very easy way for anyone to get a taste for what it’s like to work in a technical theatre environment! As the spot op it is your responsibility to shine a light on the artists who have been working for months to create this show and play this part – this is no small ask. You play a big part in elevating the performance, and therefore need to understand the responsibility needed to fulfill this role.
Spotlight operators are required to attend a training shift and commit themselves to volunteering for at least 4 shows during a run. Volunteers who do this role spend a good deal of the show on their feet with breaks in between spot times and between acts.
Anyone wishing to volunteer as a spot operator is required to:
- Attend one or two training shifts during TECH week to familiarize yourself with the equipment and the cues for each show
- Commit to spot operating for at least 4 other shifts throughout the run of the production
If you are unable to attend the training days in tech week but can be available for 4 or more shows, please let us know and we will work with you to find a solution. Each show will have two spot operator shifts that need to be filled. Showtimes depend on the specific production. Show schedules can be provided to interested volunteers upon request.
For more information and to signup visit Volunteer | StoryBook Theatre.
Things to know prior to arrival:
Dress Code
All volunteers are expected to dress in black attire with NO dominant LOGO or branded imagery. We ask that you do not wear jeans, t-shirts or sports clothing, including hoodies or tanks. Black jeans will be permitted provided there are no tears. You are a representative of StoryBook Theatre when volunteering and we ask that you come ready to play the part.
Arrive on Time
Last minute changes to your commitment to volunteer or not showing up causes significant disruption for StoryBook patrons, fellow volunteers, and crew. Showing up late for your volunteer shift could result in your removal from the list for that evening’s performance. Please note that frequent cancellations or no shows may result in your name being removed from our future volunteer list without notice, so please only sign up for shows you know you will be able to attend. Spot Operators should arrive one hour before showtime, and are expected to stay for the duration of the performance.
