About Dublin Dance Festival
Dublin Dance Festival traditionally takes place over 12 days in Spring bringing together the best and emerging artist in both Irish and International Contemporary Dance Scene. DDF as it is more commonly known is Ireland's Premier Contemporary Dance Event. During theses days there are show cases, mater classes, panel discussions that encourage audience involvement in the hope to education and grow contemporary dance's place in the public Arts realm. For those involved from interns to volunteers it is a unique opportunity to see what it takes to put on an event of this scale on a daily basis from behind the scenes and can be a stepping stone in a career in The Arts or Event Management.
What's Involved
WE HAVE BEEN DANCING WITH TWO LEFT FEET WITHOUT YOU
Would you like to get closer to the festival and see the Dublin Dance Festival from a different perspective?
Then why not join us as a volunteer for our 2024 Edition, taking place in venues and spaces throughout Dublin from 14 - 25 May.
Whether it's about experiencing dance for the first time, meeting like-minded people or starting a new career path - volunteering puts you at the heart of it all.
Information on some of the roles involved:
Front of House / Ushering: admissions, directing patrons to venue / amenities / box office, meeting and greeting guests, crowd liaison and information point of contact. Shifts can vary from helping customers with their E-tickets, ticket scanning, looking after waiting lists, ushering patrons through the venue and can sometimes be located outdoors.
Artist Liaison: meeting artists and accompanying them to their workshop or event. Ensuring artists have the space set up and all the requirements they need.
Friends Sign Up: informing audience members about DDF’s Friends scheme and signing up friends at Festival events.
Event Management Support: assisting with setting and managing festival events and receptions, venue branding drop off/pick up.
Market Research: interviewing patrons and conducting surveys.
Closing date for volunteer applications is Monday 29th April 2024.
What's required for this position
Volunteers must be 18 years or older, have conversational English and should be available for a minimum of 3 volunteer shifts.
- Event management/ Fundraising
- Personable Skills
Level of English required for this role:
Fluent English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 1 week
Hours required: 3hrs Twice per week
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Abbey Theatre, Bord Gais, Dance House, Project Arts Centre
Screening details for this role:
- Informal Interviews
- Application Form
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
Volunteers with the following challenges will be supported in this role
- Physical Disability
- Sensory Disability
- Learning Disability
- Mental Health Difficulties
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
Yes
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
They will get a behind the scenes look at what it takes to put on an event of this size, meet likeminded peers, and get an introduction to The Arts in Dublin - enjoy their time with us. Volunteers are offered up to two complimentary tickets.
Getting there
All venues are accessible by public transport and are close to the DART line, LUAS stops, Bus routes - also accessible by foot or bike in the city centre
