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Volunteer Opportunities Check out our Volunteer Opportunites area for all of the Kansas City Symphony volunteer opportunities. PETTING ZOO VOLUNTEERS
The Kansas City Symphony's instrument petting zoo is an innovative way to introduce the instruments of the orchestra to young people. Children will have the opportunity to blow into a trumpet, beat a drum and bow a violin. Almost all of the instruments of the orchestra are present at this hands-on activity. Volunteers are always needed to assist with the petting zoo. No musical experience is necessary. Volunteers will be trained during set-up and by the end of the event, you too will know how to squawk an oboe and slide a trombone. Petting zoo events typically last either one to two hours. For dates and times of upcoming zoo events, please contact Steven Murray, Education Manager at (816) 218-2638. This activity is also a great opportunity for high school students to earn volunteer credit hours for school.
VOLUNTEER USHERS
Experience the Kansas City Symphony by volunteering as an usher for one of the many KCS concerts throughout the season. The Symphony is always in need of competent volunteers willing to give their time to help create an enjoyable concert experience for our patrons. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer usher, please contact Carmen Ringhiser, House Manager, at 816-842-4051.
"MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS" VOLUNTEERS
The Kansas City Symphony is looking for volunteers to assist in preparation and execution of its annual holiday concert, the "Magic of Christmas." Volunteer opportunities include assisting with decoration of the Lyric Theatre, ushering and performing as one of the lobby characters prior to the concert. To find out more information on how you can become a volunteer for the "Magic of Christmas," contact the operations department at 816-471-1100. SYMPHONY SUITE HOSTS
The Kansas City Symphony has unique volunteer openings for Symphony Suite hosts.The Symphony Suite is a hospitality suite for the Symphony's highest-level donors and is open 30 minutes prior to concert start time, and during the intermission, of Classical Series concerts held at the Lyric Theatre. Hosts are needed to serve complimentary drinks and hors d'oeuvres at concerts. Please contact the Symphony's volunteer coordinator for open dates.
Performances are held at the Lyric Theatre, located at 10th and Central. Concerts begin at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings, and at 2 p.m. on Sundays. Plan to arrive at least forty-five minutes before a performance to set up the Symphony Suite (located on the second floor of the theater).
Duties
Prior to intermission, assist a Symphony staff member by making coffee, opening bottles of wine, filling the ice bucket, and placing trays of food on tables. During the 15-20 minute intermission, serve wine, soft drinks, and coffee to donors. After intermission, clean up the Suite by wrapping up and refrigerating leftover food, throwing away ice and coffee, and preparing the Suite for the next performance night. A Symphony staff member is always present to work with you.
Benefits
- Attend Symphony concerts for free
- Enjoy the elegant ambience of the Symphony Suite
- Meet other classical music enthusiasts
- Choose the volunteer times to fit your schedule
Time Commitment
2 hours
How to Apply
To apply to become a Symphony Suite Host, email the Symphony's Volunteer and Events Coordinator
Or, call the Symphony offices at 816-218-2616
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