Cast Volunteers

About City Kidz

City Kidz is a dynamic faith‑based organization dedicated to improving the lives of at‑risk children. We exist to increase resiliency and inspire big dreams for Canadian children living in low-income communities by providing inspirational experiences and nurturing personal relationships, one child at a time. Through our programs we instill positive values and morals into the lives of children, help build a solid foundation for their future and inspire each child to make positive life choices and to choose to “do what’s right.”

Everything we do is guided by our Faith, Hope and Love.

City Kidz is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to join our team as Cast Volunteers and provide theatrical entertainment to kids attending Saturday sessions. During this time, you will assist Stage Hosts to facilitate inspiration and big dreams in the lives of children who attend our programs.

• Have fun as part of a team inspiring kids on stage
• Grow your confidence and communication skills, using your talents to engage with kids
• Develop performance, public speaking and communication skills
• Be a positive role model

• Participate in show rehearsals to prepare for City Kidz studio shows
• Assist with the organization of show materials both before and during a show
• Present show segments with enthusiasm and energy
• Facilitate show engagement and interaction with the audience
• Work closely with fellow cast members, and Tech Team members to ensure smooth show execution

• Students, retirees, caregivers, or anyone who enjoys interacting with kids and youths
• Anyone who loves improvisational and theatrical presentation and performance
• Those who desire to inspire kids to dream big!

• Experience with public speaking or theatrical arts (preferred)
• Experience working with children (preferred)
• Ability to contribute to a program that combines theatrical and children’s ministry components
• Ability to be attentive and responsive to show leadership and show dynamics
• Ability to facilitate show engagement and interaction with the audience
• Ability to work well in a team setting as you collaborate with fellow cast members, show leadership, and Tech Team members in order to ensure smooth show execution
• Effective communication skills to engage with kids and other volunteers
• Willingness to learn
• Ability to work with a team
• Able to meet the physical demands associated with the theatre production (e.g., standing for extended periods, moving equipment, participating in physical staging)
• Available and committed for the full duration of the program, including rehearsals and performance dates

• Integrity and commitment to the City Kidz Mission of inspiring children to pursue positive character traits and big dreams
• A passion for children to overcome barriers in their life and to dream big dreams
• Willingness to learn the skills needed for running an effective City Kidz show
• Outgoing and expressive
• Adaptable
• High level of attentiveness and responsiveness

• Training is provided on an ongoing basis at rehearsals and before and after performances

• Minimum two (2) seasons, equivalent to eight (8) months, for at least once a month, but preferably biweekly. Saturdays through March–June and September–December
• Shifts:
  
  Tuesdays 7:00 pm–9:00 pm for rehearsal, and Saturdays 8:00 am–3:30 pm for performance

• Onstage requires ability to go up and down steps. Edge of the stage may be a safety hazard if unable to be seen. The show involves 75 minutes of physical activity/stamina required.