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- April 25, 2024, 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Downstairs Hall
- April 25, 2024, 10 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. - Downstairs Hall
Our fabulous stage crew is essential to ensure that every show runs smoothly. You'll be following the directions of your stage manager to set out props and set pieces, collect costumes at the end of an act, and sometimes interact with the performers during an act.Stage crew may also be calld upon to help set-up the performance space prior to the show or act as gophers during the show to notify performers that they're up next or to grab a forgotten item from the dressing room.
Unlike regular theatre, stage crew are definitely visible during the show, so dress as glamourously, flamboyantly, or as dramatically as you like. The Speakeasy has a 1920's vibe, so wearing your flapper or gangster best would be appropriate!
As stage crew, you'll be moving, bending, walking (or running!), picking up and carrying. etc. so please consider your mobility needs before volunteering. Also please note that soms stage crew positions are required to be at rehearsal as well, so please check your schedule before volunteering.
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- April 25, 2024, 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Downstairs Hall
- April 25, 2024, 10 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. - Downstairs Hall
Our illuminating follow-spot operators are responsible for keeping the performers lit when they should be (and in shadow when that's called for). Experience is helpful but not necessary. A smooth, steady hand and good eyesight are really all the tools you need.
Unlike regular theatre, stage crew are definitely visible during the show, so dress as glamourously, flamboyantly, or as dramatically as you like. The Speakeasy has a 1920's vibe, so wearing your flapper or gangster best would be appropriate!
As a follow-spot operatior you'll be on your feet for several hours, possibly standing on a stepladder or similar platform. Please plan your footwear and considering your own physical comfort before volunteering. Also please note that soms crew positions are required to be at rehearsal as well, so please check your schedule before volunteering.
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Come go "bump" in the night with us!
We're halfway to every burlesquers favorite holiday, so we thought we'd bring a little autumn magic to spring in Salem! Halfway To Halloween celebrates the elements that make classic and contemporary Halloween – spooks, movie monsters, Trick or Treating, slutty pumpkins, and more!
We may not scare your pants off, but we guarantee someone is going to lose their clothes!
Our ushers check ticklets, answer questions (usually "where are the bathrooms/is the bar?"), and are a generally visible and helpful presence.
Unlike regular theatre, our crew is definitely visible during the show, so dress as glamourously, flamboyantly, or as dramatically as you like. The Speakeasy has a 1920's vibe, so wearing your flapper or gangster best would be appropriate!
As an usher you'll be on your feet for several hours. Please plan your footwear and considering your own physical comfort before volunteering.
- April 25, 2024, 10 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. - Downstairs Hall
- April 25, 2024, 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Downstairs Hall
Our illuminating follow-spot operators are responsible for keeping the performers lit when they should be (and in shadow when that's called for). Experience is helpful but not necessary. A smooth, steady hand and good eyesight are really all the tools you need.
Unlike regular theatre, stage crew are definitely visible during the show, so dress as glamourously, flamboyantly, or as dramatically as you like. The Speakeasy has a 1920's vibe, so wearing your flapper or gangster best would be appropriate!
As a follow-spot operatior you'll be on your feet for several hours, possibly standing on a stepladder or similar platform. Please plan your footwear and considering your own physical comfort before volunteering. Also please note that soms crew positions are required to be at rehearsal as well, so please check your schedule before volunteering.
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Performers Only
Our traditional opening night party is sponsored by Deaon Giles' Speakeasy Lab. This speakeasy-style show is an opportunity to connect with other performers from all around the world in a relaxed, social setting. Deaon Giles Distillery serves the finest craft cocktails in Salem, and has been a lomng-time supporter of The Great Burlesque Exposition.
- April 25, 2024, 10 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. - Downstairs Hall
- April 25, 2024, 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. - Downstairs Hall
Our fabulous stage crew is essential to ensure that every show runs smoothly. You'll be following the directions of your stage manager to set out props and set pieces, collect costumes at the end of an act, and sometimes interact with the performers during an act.Stage crew may also be calld upon to help set-up the performance space prior to the show or act as gophers during the show to notify performers that they're up next or to grab a forgotten item from the dressing room.
Unlike regular theatre, stage crew are definitely visible during the show, so dress as glamourously, flamboyantly, or as dramatically as you like. The Speakeasy has a 1920's vibe, so wearing your flapper or gangster best would be appropriate!
As stage crew, you'll be moving, bending, walking (or running!), picking up and carrying. etc. so please consider your mobility needs before volunteering. Also please note that soms stage crew positions are required to be at rehearsal as well, so please check your schedule before volunteering.
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Make our performers feel welcome and loved!
- Set-up the snacks in the dressing room pre-show
- Be available during the show to assist performers in case of emergency (manage the emergency kit)
- Take backstage photos
- Maintain the snakcs during the show
- Help transition to the next show
Operate the sound board during the show. Check levels, ensure microphones have fresh batteries and are on/off when they should be.
Check tickets at the door, help people to the correct section, keep people from shooting video, alert people when show is about to start/intermission is about to end, etc.
Helpful to have an iPhone with the Eventbrite Organizer app
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Take fabulous phots of beautiful people and beautiful photos of fabulous people!
Go-go dancers entertain before, during, and (sometimes) after the show. Go-go dancers may collect tips and the audience is encouraged to tip them.
Go-go performers of all genders, sexes, body types, levels of experience, and styles are encouraged to apply.
The Lighting Assistant works with the LD, the Board Operator, and the Stage Manager to record all of the lighting details, make sure lighting cues are recorded and hit, and cover anything lighting realted that we've missed.
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Play interstitial music and music for go-go dancers.
Push "Play" on cue. A familiarity with iTunes (Apple Music) or Go Button is really helpful.
Work the Follow Spot for the show
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Take fabulous phots of beautiful people and beautiful photos of fabulous people!
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The Best of the Best
Invited performers, special guests, and winners from previous years take the stage in a spectacular showcase that's full of star power!
The full list of performers will be posted on or around February 4, so check back soon!
Individual tickets go on sale on March 4. Prior to that we are only selling weekend passes.
Make our performers feel welcome and loved!
- Set-up the snacks in the dressing room pre-show
- Be available during the show to assist performers in case of emergency (manage the emergency kit)
- Take backstage photos
- Maintain the snakcs during the show
- Help transition to the next show
Late Night Lust...
This after-hours event features some of our more risqué performances in an intimate cabaret setting. Dim the lights, pour the wine, and sit back and enjoy. Just remember: what happens at The Burlesk Bordello stays at The Burlesk Bordello...
The full list of performers will be posted on or around February 4, so check back soon!
Individual tickets go on sale on March 4. Prior to that we are only selling weekend passes. This show is 21+. Tipping is strongly encouraged.
Operate the sound board during the show. Check levels, ensure microphones have fresh batteries and are on/off when they should be.
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Work the Follow Spot for the show
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The Lighting Assistant works with the LD, the Board Operator, and the Stage Manager to record all of the lighting details, make sure lighting cues are recorded and hit, and cover anything lighting realted that we've missed.
2:00:00
2:00:00
Play interstitial music and music for go-go dancers.
Push "Play" on cue. A familiarity with iTunes (Apple Music) or Go Button is really helpful.
2:00:00
Check tickets at the door, help people to the correct section, keep people from shooting video, alert people when show is about to start/intermission is about to end, etc.
Helpful to have an iPhone with the Eventbrite Organizer app
Go-go dancers entertain before, during, and (sometimes) after the show. Go-go dancers may collect tips and the audience is encouraged to tip them.
Go-go performers of all genders, sexes, body types, levels of experience, and styles are encouraged to apply.
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Greet people! Sell registrations and check people in. Generally be pleasant, helpful, outgoing and forward-facing.
Join the all-star crew that will perform in the opening number of The Main Event. Choreographer Eva Jansen has created a burlesque spectacle worthy of kicking off our grand evening of performances!
Rehearsals will be Sunday evenings (7:00pm or 7:30pm) starting March 19 at The Asylum Co-Lab at Faneuil Hall in Boston. You must be able to attend most of these rehearsals if you want to be in the performance.
Rehearsals are
- Sunday, March 19
- Sunday, March 26
- Sunday, April 2
- Sunday, April 9
- Sunday, April 16
- Sunday, April 23
- Sunday, April 30
with a last rehearsal on Saturday, May 6 (time TBD) and a performance at the start of The Main Event later on that evening. Costuming is the responsibility of the dancers, but it shouldn’t be anything too weird, complicated, or expensive.
Please Note: if you have been cast in either portion of the Main Event, you cannot be in the opening number. We really appreciate you, but go volunteer somewhere else ;-)
Support the performers in the dressing room. Lay out snacks pre-show, maintain calm, play soothing music, be the keeper of the emergency kit, and an extra set of hands to those who need it.
Go-go dancers entertain before, during, and (sometimes) after the show. Go-go dancers may collect tips and the audience is encouraged to tip them.
Go-go performers of all genders, sexes, body types, levels of experience, and styles are encouraged to apply.
Place props where they need to go, collect props and costumes at the end of acts.
Man Follow-spot. No experience necessary, but it's nice.
Assist senior board op and LD
Man video camera(s) during shows
Manage slide and video projections during shows
Take fabulous phots of beautiful people and beautiful photos of fabulous people!
Manage the soiund board
Be friendly, check tickets, seat people.
Program scenes, operate lighting board
Help manage ushers and go-between the Front Desk and the Stage Manager
Play music on cue. Experience with QLab or iTunes is nice, but not necessary.
Two Shows In One!
First, the oh-so elegant Miss Mina Murray hosts an awesome exhibition of talents from all over the country! Then, after the intermission, the slightly less elegant Scratch hosts our burlesque battle royale, in which performers compete for prizes and glory!
The full list of performers will be posted on or around February 4, so check back soon!
Individual tickets go on sale on March 4. Prior to that we are only selling weekend passes.
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The Great Burlesque Exposition supports and funds the American Burlesque Collection, a unique museum that explores the history of The Art of the Tease and profiles its practitioners. The event is three days of spectacular community-building, shows, education, special events,and shopping. The Great Burlesque Exposition is produced by The Professional Burlesque Society, a registered 501(c)3 non-profit founded in 2007.