Are you learning BSL level 2 (and above) or qualified BSL interpreter and want to use those skills in an arts environment? If so, we would love to hear from you. Our BSL volunteers support our Front of House team in ensuring Derby Theatre is a place for everyone. Our volunteers are required at varied times of the day depending on our activity schedules.
If you are interested by this opportunity and/or wish to find out more, please contact our Front of House Manager, Ruth (R.Brailsford@derby.ac.uk).
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Information about the opportunity:
- This is an opportunity to use your skill and improve confidence in an arts environment.
- You will be fully inducted and given a tour of the building.
- You will assist Derby Theatre’s frontline operation during the run of Robin Hood and join our permanent BSL volunteer group for other opportunities throughout the year.
- Your call time will be 45 minutes prior to show start time.
- We will have yellow ‘here to help’ T-Shirts for you when on site, if you feel comfortable. Black uniform is preferred. We also have badges with the BSL logo on to encourage conversation.
- For a normal show, you will be needed for roughly 3 hours. This will support audience arrival, be on hand during interval and afterwards. Times are flexible if required.
- Derby Theatre will try our best to find 2 volunteers per show shift.
- You will receive regular complimentary tickets for Derby Theatre performances, subject to availability. Bookable through our Box Office Team.
- During the performance you are more than welcome to either sit inside our auditorium during the show or sit in our foyer spaces to be on hand if required.
- You will be assigned point of contact and mentor throughout your time with us and given induction and training in building layout. Derby Theatre are more than happy to provide you with any additional support where required.