Two hours or more

Front of House Volunteers - Hansel and Gretel

Oldham Library are looking for a team of Front of House volunters to support the live@thelibrary staff during their christmas production run of ‘Hansel and Gretel' performed at live@thelibrary in Oldham over the festive season and we will welcome lots of families and audience members from across Oldham and beyond.

We are looking for volunteers who would like to work alongside our front of house staff and support us to make their experience magical!

Volunteers will help guard the set in the theatre as audience members arrive and find their seats, assist by starting seating from the back to the front.

During the show, volunteers can watch the performance from a designated chair down the side if seating is limited and also guard the set during the interval and as the audience leaves, and say goodbye and thank them for coming.

What's involved?

Shows will run from Thursday 4th till Wednesday 24th Decemeber, times and dates are shown below:

Thursday 4th - VIP NIGHT	6.30pm

Friday 5th	6.30pm

Saturday 6th	2pm
Saturday 6th	6.30pm

Thursday 11th	6.30pm

Friday 12th	6.30pm

Saturday 13th - RELAXED SHOW	2pm
Saturday 13th	6.30pm

Thursday 18th	6.30pm

Friday 19th	6.30pm

Saturday 20th	2pm
Saturday 20th	6:30pm

Monday 22nd	11am
Monday 22nd	2pm

Tuesday 23rd	11am
Tuesday 23rd	2pm

Wednesday 24th	11am
Wednesday 24th	2pm

We will need you to:

Before the Show

Attend a briefing - Instructions on seating guidance, Volunteer positioning and safety protocols, How to engage politely with the audience
Assist with ticketing and check-in – scan or check tickets, confirm guest lists, and distribute programs.
Greet and direct guests – offer a warm welcome, answer questions, and guide audience members to their seats, restrooms, or other facilities.
Support accessibility needs – help guests with mobility requirements or other accessibility needs find appropriate seating or assistance.
Coordinate with production staff – communicate with stage management and technical teams regarding audience readiness and timing.

During the Show

Monitor audience comfort and safety – keep aisles clear, assist latecomers discreetly, and maintain a calm environment.
Be alert for any issues – handle minor incidents or direct concerns to the FOH Manager promptly.

After the Show

Thank and farewell guests – ensure a friendly exit and assist with audience flow.
Assist with pack-down – collect programs, tidy public areas, and return FOH materials and decorations.
Report feedback – share any audience comments, issues, or positive experiences with the FOH Manager for future improvements.

Time Commitment:

Arrive 45 minutes before the show for briefing and preparation
Total time commitment: approximately 2.5 hours per show
Show length is around 1.5 hours

Before and After the Show:

Volunteers are needed 45 minutes before the show begins
Assistance required for up to 15 minutes after the show ends

Why get involved?

Benefits of Volunteering:

Opportunity to watch the show during your shift if you choose
Gain valuable experience volunteering in a theatre environment
Enjoy a public-facing role with friendly interaction

How to get involved?

To apply for this opportunity just follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Sign in to your account or join 'Take Part' to create a volunteer account

Step 2: Accept the challenge

Step 3: Await a response from our team who will be in touch with more information.

We are looking for a team of volunteers and will offer this oportunity on a first come first served basis.

Ideal Skills

Customer Service
Event Stewarding

Ideal Interests

Creative and Arts
Theatre or performance