2013-14 Usher Sign-up Packet
Thank you for all that you do
for Sarasota Opera. We are so appreciative of your time and energy in
performing this very important job. Because we value your contribution so
highly, we want to make sure that your experience is positive and enjoyable.
In an effort to simplify the
scheduling process, beginning this season we will be using a system based on
ushering teams. Our hope is that this
will be more efficient, allow us to give you more advanced notice of when
you’ll be working, and cut down on the number of no-shows.
The sign-up packet has three documents:
- Information about the new team system, and what you can expect from it.
- A list of the usher teams and which performances each team will work.
- A new, simpler sign-up form which allows you to indicate your “team” preference.
The new handbook, which
includes some changes, can be found on the Volunteer Blog at after September 1. A hard copy can be picked
up at the box office. The new information includes a clear statement of the
seating policy, a new no-show policy, and an end-of-season review policy.
It is important that everyone
who ushers at Sarasota Opera should be able to work all posts as assigned by
the House Managers. As stated in the job
description for Ushers:
“Physically,
ushers must have the ability to move quickly, climb stairs, tolerate heights,
read in low light conditions, lift/move/carry 10 lbs., walk aisles at an
incline, stand and walk for extended periods.”
While we try to accommodate
those who have difficulty with some of the tasks listed above, we do need to
make sure that we are able to staff all positions. In addition to providing assistance to our
patrons, ushers serve an essential safety function. For both of those reasons, we need flexibility
from the ushering corps in filling these coverage needs.
We cannot do what we do
without your help and appreciate all that you do for Sarasota Opera. We are looking forward to seeing you again and to another great season of opera! If you have any questions about anything in
this packet, please don’t hesitate to call or email.
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