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OPPORTUNITIES ABOUND!
Are you are interested in being more connected with your community? How about supporting important art and science activities, learning new skills and meeting interesting people? Then volunteering for Midland Center for the Arts may be just what you’re looking for!
MCFTA volunteers make it possible for us to offer our community a wide selection of educational and entertainment opportunities. Working both onstage and behind the scenes, singing in our choirs and playing in our community orchestra, presenting science programs offsite, introducing school children to the fascinating side of history and the delights of visual art, hosting art fairs – our volunteer force supports everything we do!
Join the MCFTA volunteer “family” by downloading a Volunteer Application Form. After completing your application, drop it off at the Visitor Services desk at MCFTA any time the building is open.
Questions? Contact Katy Gaertner at (989) 631-5930 ext. 1245. |
Click to open - Volunteers Newsletter
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STAGE VOLUNTEERS
Volunteering in theatre and music can become a lifelong activity for the entire family. There is a niche for every area of interest, whether you want something to do only occasionally or you want the "full impact" experience!
Ushers - Greet audiences, distribute programs and guide people to seats (and see the show for free!)
Technical Crews and Stagehands - Assist with lighting and sound, share your carpentry skill through set construction and painting, move scenery and other fun activities.
Makeup and Costume Assistants - Design and sew costumes and apply makeup. Sewing skills are deeply appreciated, but there is handwork to do, too.
Actors - Audition and participate in comedies, musical theatre, dramas and children’s theatre.
Musicians - Play in orchestras, bands and recitals for kids’ musicals, adult musical theatre or adult choral events. We even have a Midland Community Orchestra!
Singers –Over 100 youth and adults are involved in choral groups each year. Center Stage Choirs includes ensembles for ages third grade through adult.
Make-a-Lot Sessions - A great way to be involved in a production if your schedule is too busy to work backstage or onstage. Focusing on prop finishing, painting, and costumes, we will train all experience levels. Wear appropriate painting clothes and closed-toed shoes. Nothing compares to seeing your work onstage on opening night! These sessions are free and open to the public.
Email us or call (989) 631-5930 for more information.
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MUSEUM VOLUNTEERS
If you love a quality museum experience, then you understand the importance of dedicated volunteer docents and tour guides who can inspire a similar appreciation in others.
Museum Docents - Lead tour groups through the Museum and enhance the gallery exhibits and hands-on science museum offerings.
Gallery Sitters - Serve as attendants to ensure artwork is not disturbed, answer questions and refer inquires.
Exhibition Assistants - Be among the first to see incoming exhibits by helping assemble and strike exhibitions.
Library and Archive Maintenance Assistants - Help keep records, preserve artifacts and prepare exhibitions.
Tour Guides, School Program Presenters, Docents and Lectureres - Present exhibition information and arts programs to the public.
Informal Science Educators - Give demonstrations to school groups and help kids and teachers fully explore our hands-on science museum.
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MIDLAND SYMPHONY LEAGUE: "Working to Keep our Symphony Sound"
The Midland Symphony League supports the Midland Symphony Orchestra through a wide range of educational, promotional, and fund-raising activities. The men and women of the Symphony League play an important volunteer role in Midland Symphony Orchestra operations.
Membership in Midland Symphony League includes the League membership directory, our quarterly newsletter, "Take Note," plus invitations to exclusive private parties and special receptions with MSO guest artists. Hear great music, get involved in projects of special interest to you, or simply gather with friends in support of the Orchestra, including our "Meet & Greet" events with MSO guest artists.
Enjoy these benefits!
• Advance notification of all MSO events
• Usher at MSO and Community Orchestra concerts
• Receptions with guest artists
• Special member invitation to bring guests to MSO dress rehearsals
• Members may invite students to attend rehearsals, with supervision
• Support the League activities and meet new friends
• Support and encourage continued musical excellence in our community
• Volunteer where needed
Membership: Single: $20 | Couple: $30
Symphony League Officers
President: Cheryl Weeks-Rosten
Vice President: Pat Zimmerman
Treasurer: Linda Kosch
Recorder: Sharon Tower
To join the Midland Symphony League, email the MSO office or call 989-631-5126.
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Midland Symphony League Fall Newsletter |
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ADMINISTRATION VOLUNTEERS
There’s always a lot to be done behind the scenes, too! We’re always looking for people to help out in these areas:
Office Assistants - Help with mailing, telephones, reception, filing, data input, general secretarial work, research and other administrative areas. Are you a "scrapper"? Several groups would like their programs and photos archived in scrapbooks! Do you love people? Office helpers and admissions assistants are in the middle of all the activity.
Membership Assistants - Determine and develop new membership prospects, assist with membership records and coordinate membership events.
Program Coordinators, Committee Chairs and Committee Members - Help MCFTA staff create and present special events. Are you a "party person?" Help us set up special events, take care of artists’ needs for our art fairs, or "wrangle" children during group activities.
Email us or call (989) 631-5930 for more information. |
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