Getting Involved
Whether you're interested in being an actor or working behind the scenes, New London has a place for you! We're always looking for dedicated people who want to help make NLT the best community theatre possible.
Auditions for roles are always done on an open basis - go to the show's web page as soon as it's available, memorize a monologue (and a song, if it's a musical) and then perform it for your audition - no appointment is necessary!
If you want to help behind the scenes, here are a few volunteer positions available: House Crew, Stage Crew, Lighting Crew, Painters, Costumers, Set Builders, etc.
Interested in helping with House Crew? Here are the duties of someone working a show:
OVERVIEW OF HOUSE CREW
The first impression our patrons have of the New London Theatre occurs when they walk into the theatre and interact with the ticket sellers, concessions or the ushers; all of these volunteers collectively make up the House Crew. The Crew is responsible for the lobby area, seating area and restrooms. Before and after each show, all House Crew members assure the lobby area, seating area and restrooms are clean and reflect the professional environment desired by the NLT.
First and foremost, each House Crew member should portray a professional attitude and decorum. This includes not only a welcoming behavior but also an appropriate dress code (white or light-colored shirt and black or dark pants, slacks or skirt; a black bow tie and house crew badge finish the outfit).
Ticket Sellers: Ticket sellers handle the sales of tickets including both reserved tickets and “at the door” sales. They are responsible for getting the ticket booth ready for handling ticket sales approximately 45 minutes before the start of each show. During Intermission, ticket sellers shift gears and assist with selling flowers and other trinkets associated with a given show.
Concessioners: Those in the concessions booth handle selling refreshments for our patrons. This includes preparing popcorn and soft drinks and also displaying candies and chips for sale. Prior to the show the concessions area also sells flowers and show trinkets (which are then moved over to the ticket booth for sale during Intermission).
Ushers: Ushers welcome patrons into the open seating area about 30 minutes before showtime. These volunteers also collect tickets and distribute programs. Primarily, the ushers provide assistance to patrons who may need help with seat access especially older or physically-challenged patrons before the show and during Intermission.
