Volunteer

FURTHER YOUR PASSIONS. LEARN SOMETHING NEW.

There’s no shortage of ways to get involved, and you’ll have plenty of chances to learn new skills and further your passion for the arts. Plus, you’ll be giving back to the community while doing something you love – what could be better than that? So, if you’re looking for a way to make a difference and have some fun along the way, why not consider volunteering with Market House Theatre?

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

PRODUCTION CREW

  • Preset the production for top-of-show
  • Help actors get ready for the show with microphones or difficult costumes.
  • Operating lighting or sound equipment
  • Help the stage management team prepare and upkeep a production.

COSTUMES

  • Sort & measure clothing articles
  • Cut, paint, and glue fabric and other materials including foam, cardboard, styrofoam, paper, etc.
  • Hand sew or machine sewing costume articles
  • Organize & prepare costumes for storage

ADMINISTRATIVE

  • Organizing, filing, and managing paperwork
  • Preparing direct mail mailings
  • Making phone calls to patrons
  • Basic patron data cleanup

FRONT-OF-HOUSE

  • Greet & welcome patrons to a production/event
  • Scan tickets & show patrons to their seats
  • Help at the bar serving drinks

SCENIC & PROPS

  • Build, prepare, and paint platforms and flats
  • Load in and/or load out sets & props
  • Assist in building new, unique props
  • Operate power tools to build show elements

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER TODAY!

Signing up lets us know you’re interested in volunteering at Market House Theatre.
You’ll be subscribed to our volunteer newsletter and may receive calls from our staff for specific volunteer opportunities tailored to your skills.

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To help us place you in roles that are comfortable and safe, is there anything we should know about your access needs, physical considerations, or boundaries? (For example: lifting limits, standing/sitting needs, sensory needs, allergies, preferred tasks, or anything that could affect a volunteer assignment.)
Do you have any allergies or sensitivities we should know about to keep you safe and comfortable while volunteering? (Examples: latex, peanuts, fragrances, dust/paint fumes, animals.)

DONATE TODAY!

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THE 80s CALLED...

IT WANTS YOU AT PROM.

2nd Chance Prom is March 21 (6–9 PM) at Studio 200—dinner, dancing, silent auction, photo booth, and Prom King & Queen crowning.

DanceMHT has been nominated!

We’re in the running for Best Dance School/Studio in the Paducah Sun Reader’s Choice Awards—thanks to YOU!

Vote daily through May 27 to help us bring home the win and celebrate our incredible dancers. Thank you for supporting the arts in our community!

WEATHER UPDATE | JANUARY 29, 2026

The Box Office will be open. All classes are cancelled. Production rehearsals will proceed at the discretion of each production team.