It Takes a Village to Build a Community…

For nearly a century, the magic on our stage has been powered by people like you.

In a world that can often feel disconnected, theatre is our remedy. For nearly 100 years, Ann Arbor Civic Theatre has been run primarily by volunteers. To bring exceptional stories to life and keep our organization operationally strong, it takes hundreds of neighbors giving thousands of hours of their time.

When we transition from "I" to "We," remarkable things happen. Whether it’s stitching a costume seam, coordinating next season's classes, organizing props, or keeping our facilities clean and accessible, every single role builds social connection. We don't just put on a show—we sustain a vibrant, face-to-face community.

There are more than a dozen ways to find your place and build our civic fabric at A2CT! If you aren’t sure where to start, take our “Get Involved” Quiz to discover the path that best matches your interests and skills.

Explore our core opportunities below and jump in today!

    • Front of House & Operations: Give back to your community through flexible roles like ushering, assisting with mailings, and helping out on facility cleanup and project days.

    • [COMING SOON!] Easy Online Sign-Ups: We make it simple to get involved. Check out our upcoming volunteer schedules and sign up directly for open shifts right here on our site.

    • Auditions: Performers of all experience levels are welcome! Check out our dedicated Auditions Page for current casting calls, character breakdowns, and preparation requirements.

    • Directing: Local directors have a unique opportunity through A2CT to submit their own play or musical proposals for upcoming seasons. Keep an eye out for our annual director application windows.

    • Behind-the-Scenes Roles: Are you an experienced or aspiring stage manager, designer (sound, lighting, set, or costumes), crew member, or choreographer?

    • Join Our Production Registry:We are always looking for technical talent to support our creative teams. Contact our Production Coordinator to be added to our primary contact list for upcoming seasonal opportunities.

    • Join our musician database to learn about upcoming opportunities for musicals and pop-ups performances and concerts.

    • Take a Class: From acting workshops to technical theater masterclasses, learn a new skill in a supportive environment. View our current educational roster and register directly online.

    • Be an Educator: Share your expertise! If you are interested in pitching or teaching a theater class or summer camp workshop, Submit a Class Proposal.

    • Share Your Professional Talents: Our operational committees rely on community wisdom to thrive. If you have skills or passions in marketing, fundraising, development, or play selection, we want you! Fill out our [Committee Interest Form] to see current openings.

    • Advisory Committees: Provide specialized insight by joining focused community cohorts, such as our Parents’ Advisory Group.

    • Become a Member: Support sustainable local arts and unlock unique community benefits by officially joining the A2CT family.

    • Join Our Board of Directors: Help shape the future strategic vision of A2CT. Board nominations and requirements are posted annually. To learn more about current board recruitment windows, Contact the Executive Committee.