Thank you for your interest in Friends of the Festival.
We are a large volunteer organization united in our love of theatre with a singular mission to support the Stratford Festival. The majority of our volunteer work involves directly interacting with patrons. As ambassadors, we welcome people to all performances, chat, answer questions and ensure everyone is at the correct theatre. You will find volunteers at each of our venues offering assistance to patrons. While engaging our theatre-goers in conversation, you may be able to share the excitement of someone coming to the theatre for the first time, perhaps hear about a performance in the “tent” or talk with an enthusiastic group of students.
The Festival offers so many opportunities outside of performances. Volunteers play a crucial role in a variety of Forum events by providing support in several ways such as greeting guests, assisting them throughout their visit, and check them in at events like lectures, dance workshops, and readings.
As "Front of House-focused” volunteers, we strive to deliver excellent patron services. Access to a computer and email are mandatory requirements for membership. Additionally, organizational and management skills, as well as a genuine love of theatre, are decided assets.
Applications for Friends of the Festival for the 2025 season are now closed. We invite new members to join us each year, and if you're interested in volunteering with Friends of the Festival, please reach out via email at
Friends@stratfordfestival.ca. We look forward to welcoming more Friends in 2026!