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Production Crew wanted for Open Air Theatre - backstage, costumes, lighting, props, set build,

This opportunity takes place between 09 Aug 2025 and 22 Aug 2025

Brownsea Open Air Theatre (BOAT) is a registered charity (Charity Number 278003) established in 1964 who have been holding open air performances for over over 60 years. This year's summer performance is moving to the mainland, and will be at Canford School at Canford Magna (a small village between Bournemouth and Wimborne) from 9th to 22nd August. BOAT are looking for volunteers to get involved as part of the production team with voluntary roles looking after back stage, costumes, lighting, props, set build, front of house and publicity.

You can even meet the BOAT team on Thursday 23rd and Friday 24th January at their open evening at The Centre, Ferndown BH22 8XH.  Click the apply button now for further details.  Students from any faculty can apply however this may particularly appeal to students studying media and television production.

 

Benefits to self

Learn more about open air theatre production - backstage, costumes, front of house, lighting, props, set build and publicity.

Benefits to others

Be part of a wonderful production team bringing open air theatre to Dorset.

Location

Canford School, Canford Magna, near WIMBORNE, Dorset

Hours per week

3 - 4

Fund-raising targets

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Transport details

The Students Union at Bournemouth University may be able to supplement travel expenses for reasonable travel costs, such as public transport - Morebus 6a from Bournemouth to Wimborne, use of Beryl Bikes or Scooters or 42p per mile for use of own vehicle. Please speak to SUBU for more details.
  • Activity AreaArts and Culture, Events and Festivals, Film and Technology, People, Local Community, Outdoor Activities
  • Employability Skills within ActivityCreativity and Design, Organisation, Project Research, Collaboration, Communication, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Event Planning, Feedback and Evaluation, Innovation, Interpersonal, Prioritisation, Problem Solving, Risk Management, Teamwork
  • FacultyBournemouth University Business School, Health & Social Sciences, Media & Communication, Science & Technology
  • Sustainable Development GoalsLife on Land, Sustainable Cities and Communities

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