Volunteer Role: Backstage Assistant
Black Mountain Center for the Arts – “Stars in Motion” Annual Dance Recital
Date: May 17, 2026
Location: Owen High School, 220 Ox Creek Road, Swannanoa, NC 28778
About the Role:
Black Mountain Center for the Arts seeks reliable, organized, and patient volunteers to support dancers and ensure smooth backstage operations during our annual dance recital. This combined role involves assisting with backstage coordination, dressing room supervision, and dancer lineup/staging to help create a professional, safe, and positive experience for all performers.
Volunteer Responsibilities:
Manage the flow of dancers entering and exiting the stage wings, ensuring performers are in the correct order
Supervise assigned dressing rooms by age group, and maintain organization
Gather dancers from dressing rooms and line them up for their performances, providing calm, encouraging support, especially to younger or nervous dancers
Conduct final costume and appearance checks before performers go onstage
Escort dancers to and from stage wings as needed
Communicate closely with the stage manager and other backstage staff via walkie-talkie
Maintain a quiet, organized backstage and dressing room environment
Handle last-minute issues, quick prop placements, and any emergencies calmly and efficiently
Requirements:
Arrive a few minutes before the scheduled start time to check in and get oriented
Complete the volunteer information form and waiver
Reliable attendance commitment
Skills & Attributes:
Comfortable working in warm or confined spaces
Calm, patient, and nurturing demeanor, especially when working with children
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to multitask and manage multiple dancers simultaneously
Clear communication and teamwork skills
Ability to stand and move for 3-4 hours in dimly lit, potentially crowded backstage areas
Attire:
All black clothing preferred (black shirt and pants) for backstage areas
Comfortable, quiet, close-toed shoes
Minimal jewelry that won’t interfere with costumes or make noise
Clothing appropriate for physical movement and working with children
Health and Safety:
Masks are optional; please bring your own if desired
Hand sanitizer available on site
Emergency exits and procedures will be reviewed during pre-show briefing
First aid kit available; report any injuries immediately
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