Share Your Time. Strengthen Our Community.
Wheelock Family Theatre is powered by an extraordinary community of volunteers who help create welcoming, memorable experiences for children and families across Greater Boston. Whether greeting audiences, supporting special events, or lending a hand behind the scenes, your time and talents make a meaningful difference.
No theatre experience is required—just a willingness to help, connect, and be part of something special.
Why Volunteer?
Every Role Helps Bring Theatre to Life
Volunteers play an important role in nearly every aspect of Wheelock Family Theatre. By sharing your time, you’re helping ensure that every family feels welcomed, every student feels supported, and every performance is an unforgettable experience.
Whether you volunteer once a year or throughout the season, you’ll become part of a community that believes in the transformative power of theatre.
Ways to Get Involved
Why Our Volunteers Love Wheelock
Make an Impact |Help create accessible, joyful theatre experiences for thousands of children, families, and educators each year.
Be Part of the Theatre | Experience the excitement of live theatre while supporting artists, students, and audiences behind the scenes
Build Community | Meet new people, connect with fellow volunteers, and become part of a welcoming community that shares a passion for the arts.
What to Expect
Whether you’re volunteering for the first time or returning season after season, we’ll make sure you feel prepared and supported.
✔ Flexible Scheduling | Volunteer opportunities are available throughout the year, and you choose the opportunities that fit your schedule.
✔ Training Provided | We’ll provide any training or information you need before your volunteer shift.
✔ No Theatre Experience Required | All you need is enthusiasm, reliability, and a desire to help create meaningful experiences for our audiences and students.
Frequently Asked Questions
We welcome individuals who are enthusiastic about supporting Wheelock Family Theatre and helping create exceptional experiences for children and families. Some opportunities may have minimum age requirements depending on the role.
That’s entirely up to you! Some volunteers join us for a single event, while others return throughout the season. We appreciate every contribution, no matter how often you’re able to participate.
Not at all. Most volunteer opportunities require no previous theatre experience, and we’ll provide any training or guidance you need.
Volunteer opportunities vary throughout the year and may include ushering performances, supporting fundraising events, assisting with education programs, and helping with administrative projects.
We welcome inquiries from community groups, corporate teams, and student organizations interested in volunteering together. Contact us to learn more about available opportunities.
Contact Us
Questions About Volunteering?
We’d be happy to help you find the right opportunity. Contact our Box Office to be directed to the appropriate member of our team
