volunteering

 

Fringe Theatrefest brings together a whole variety of people and organisations to make something extraordinary happen. Our volunteers are the lifeblood of the whole enterprise - without the volunteers, no Fringe Theatrefest.

Volunteers are the warm and welcoming public face of Fringe Theatrefest - they supervise the venues, run the venue box-offices, help with the technical side and assist with publicity.

They also have an important role to play in building and maintaining the profile of Fringe Theatrefest in North Devon.

 

Why should I volunteer?

Our volunteers enjoy being part of an exceptional team. They have a major impact on the development of an exciting event.

Stewards see shows for free as part of their duties. Those fulfilling other roles, such as setting up venues or selling tickets, earn vouchers to see shows for free in their own time.

 

How can I get involved?

Expand the descriptions below to see details of the roles we have on offer.

  • Work alongside stewards, technicians, venue supervisors and companies in the smooth running of a TheatreFest ticketed venue
  • Welcome and chat with audience members
  • Use a tablet computer and card reader to operate our simple box office system (full training given)

  • Work alongside box offices, technicians and venue supervisors in the smooth running of a TheatreFest ticketed venue
  • Welcome audience members, checking and collecting in their tickets
  • Read out the venue Safety Announcement to the audience before the show begins
  • Stay seated within the venue for the duration of the show, in order to lead the evacuation process in the event of an emergency

  • Performances also take place, on the streets, in cafes and...well...anywhere! These performances aren't ticketed and operate on a pay-what-you-will basis
  • Hold a bucket and take pay-what-you-will card payments with a portable card reader
  • Supported by the volunteer coordinators and working with companies, be an integral team player in the smooth running of a TheatreFest performance
  • Attend the performance, keeping an eye on the wellbeing of audience and performers
  • Ensure the performance is not obstructing the normal use of public space

  • Work within a team of technicians to provide technical support and infrastructure to performing companies
  • Assist in creating performance spaces, setting up lighting and sound equipment, and support in the tech rehearsals of shows
  • All levels of experience welcome!

  • Work alongside box office volunteers, stewards, venue supervisors and companies in the smooth running of a TheatreFest ticketed venue
  • Be the welcoming face of Fringe TheatreFest for companies
  • Operate the sound, lights and video for performances
  • Must be able to commit to the technical rehearsal and all three performances of at least one show

  • Can include as much or as little as you are able and willing to do, in the weeks leading up to the festival
  • Stand at the gazebo in Barnstaple town centre, handing out flyers to passers by and answering questions about the festival, or directing to the website for more info
  • Distributing flyers and posters to key businesses/organisations throughout North Devon
  • Putting up posters in empty shop fronts and other locations around Barnstaple town centre
  • Putting up banners and signs around Barnstaple

 

Volunteer at TheatreFest 2026

25th - 28th June

To register your interest, please fill out and submit the following form: