Setting up volunteer sketch comedy troupe In need of performers, a director, free rehearsal space

I write sketch comedy routines and in need of performers, a director, a free space to rehearse. (I have run my own troupes in the past) Groups and/or individuals are welcome.

But more importantly, I need people willing to commit to building a quality community (volunteer) sketch comedy troupe.

Since in creativity, we are always evolving, I encourage members to help "punch up" the material. The star of the troupe is the troupe itself.

I do not wish to act or direct. I'm more interested in behind the scenes - writing, producing and fundraising.

The material is not offensive, no profanity, staying away from controversial issues and topics. We don't want to offend our audiences.

I have about 35 routines, averaging 3-5 pages each. (One routine is about 30 pages.)

We will entertain in hospitals, nursing homes, drop in centers, etc. with script in hand like the old radio plays back in the 1940's and 1950's.

If we want to become a non profit, charitable community threatre that, too, is an option.

posted 23-Aug-2010 4:19:33 PM | updated yesterday at 10:17 PM | 2 responses

webmaster I am writing a book on energy and environment. I need a volunteer webmaster to set up a website as an adjoin to promote the book as well as to form an online group for action to slow down and reverse global warming. I used "volunteer" in a loose sense because it won't be a F/T task until the book is published to sell hopefully. There is much planning to be done still and my limited budget does not allow any hiring either P/T or F/T now.

posted 3-Feb-2010 2:11:22 AM | updated yesterday at 8:00 PM | 1 response

Website design This is an opportunity to creatively utilize your IT knowledge and skills in a nonprofit setting. The YWS website shares both the stories of the youth who have walked through our doors and the programs and services available at YWS to support homeless and at-risk youth. Your website design skills are needed to problem-solve existing technical issues with the YWS website - and to explore redesigning the website.

posted 13-Jan-2010 9:01:53 AM | updated yesterday at 7:39 PM | 1 response

Community Greening Projects Community Greening Volunteer - Evergreen Brick Works

Get your hands dirty and help green Evergreen Brick Works! Come out to any of Evergreen's planting and stewardship events at Evergreen Brick Works on weekends this fall. Bring your friends and family and get your hands in the soil as we plant wildflowers to transform the community centre in the heart of the Don Valley. Refreshments, tools, gloves and training will all be provided - all you need is vigor and your work clothes! If you love fun and being outdoors and want to give back to nature, this is the opportunity for you. Families and students are welcome.

To find out more, visit our online calendar of events at http://www.evergreen.ca/en/get-involved/events.sn , and RSVP to the event that suits you. Contact Stuart McPherson at smcpehrson@evergreen.ca for more details.

posted 25-Aug-2010 4:34:24 PM | updated 8 days ago at 9:35 AM | 0 responses

Grand Opening Celebrations - Sep. 25 & 26 Event Assistant: Grand Opening Celebrations - Evergreen Brick Works (Sep. 25 - 26)

Come help Evergreen celebrate the launch of our new home at Evergreen Brick Works! Event assistants will ensure that these momentous celebrations are a great success.

Saturday September 25: noon - 4pm
Set-up & Take-Down, Station Hosts, Food Assistants, Greeters & Wayfinders, Transportation Assistants

Sunday September 26, Community Day Festival: 11 am - 4 pm
Set-up & Take-Down, Station Hosts, Greeters & Wayfinders, Activity Assistants, Transportation Assistants, Floaters and Translators (Urdu, Hindi, Mandarin, Dari, Filipino, Vietnamese)

What you bring: You are motivated, eager to help and like meeting new people.

When and where: Volunteers commit for a minimum three-hour shift on Saturday or Sunday (shifts between 10:30 am to 6 pm). Training and event happen at Evergreen Brick Works.

How we'll support you: Orientation session on Tuesday September 22, 6:30-8:30pm where you will learn about Evergreen Brick Works, the Grand Opening celebrations, your role(s) and have a site tour. Orientation materials will also be distributed by e-mail prior to the event. During the event all volunteers will report to the volunteer lead(s) and team leads.

Perks: Being a part of an exciting and momentous celebration. Spend your weekend interacting with nature and great people. Refreshments will also be provided.

Good to know: You can get to Evergreen Brick Works by walking or cycling or by taking the shuttle from Broadview station on event days - parking at the site is limited. Let us know if you need to make other transportation arrangements. The Evergreen Brick Works Farmers' Market will run on Saturday morning as usual. Event will be outside so volunteers should come prepared with comfortable shoes.

If this sounds like you: Contact cmartin@evergreen.ca and provide your availability and areas of interest. Please send along a current copy of your resume (if you have one) and if you have not completed an Evergreen Volunteer Application before, please download it from our Volunteering page and submit it as well.

posted 25-Aug-2010 4:31:23 PM | updated 8 days ago at 9:35 AM | 0 responses