volunteer with us
become a ‘friend of will’
Without our dedicated corps of volunteers who support the festival, Great River Shakespeare Festival would not exist. We are here because of the dedication, love, and enthusiasm the Friends of Will bring to every volunteer position we have.
The Friends of Will welcome new and returning members. Volunteer opportunities are posted on the blog leading up to and during the GRSF season, and team leaders will reach out to volunteers out for specific events and tasks.
For questions about the Friends of Will, contact Mary Alice Anderson (FOW Steering Committee Chair) at maryalicea@mac.com
Our Friends of Will Team Leaders
volunteer areas
front of house
Work inside the theater and theater lobby. Includes ushering, taking tickets, distributing playbills, assisting audience members with seating.
Please note: Front of House volunteer positions require further registration for specific shifts. This happens through Volunteer Local sign-up, which becomes available in late spring.
hospitality
Aid in food preparation for the GRSF Company during certain weeks throughout the season.
The Hospitality team coordinates menus and hosts. They will contact interested volunteers with specific needs and information.
Move in/out crew
Assist with preparing housing for the GRSF Company as the arrive in Winona for the season.
transportation
“Team Chariot” is comprised of volunteers who aid in transporting GRSF artists to and from Winona.
distribution
Help promote GRSF by visiting local and regional businesses and attractions to distribute brochures and posters.