Usher

THEATER USHER – EAR OUT PLAYHOUSE

New York, NY | November 8–22, 2026 | Temporary / Part-Time

Compensation: $15 per performance (gig)

Ear Out Playhouse is seeking a personable, professional, and reliable Theater Usher for its inaugural production, CLASS, a New York City premiere by acclaimed playwright Charles Evered, directed by Jeffrey Meek.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of the launch of a new theater company in one of New York City's most extraordinary and historic spaces: the upstairs of the legendary Ear Inn at 326 Spring Street.

For the first time in more than 200 years, this intimate, historic space is opening its doors to the public for a theatrical production. Audiences will experience an 80-minute, two-person play in an atmospheric setting unlike a traditional theater.

Beyond the experience itself, this is a wonderful opportunity to meet an interesting mix of artists, actors, industry professionals, and members of New York's creative community. You'll be welcomed into the Ear Out Playhouse circle and have the opportunity to make connections and meet some wonderful people throughout the run.

We are looking for one dedicated individual to oversee front-of-house ushering responsibilities throughout the entire performance run.

Responsibilities include welcoming guests and providing a warm, professional first impression; checking tickets and managing audience check-in; directing guests to the performance space and assisting with seating; maintaining an orderly, comfortable, and welcoming audience environment; communicating performance information, including house-opening and curtain times; ensuring guests are seated before the performance begins; managing audience flow and assisting with closing procedures; and coordinating with the production team and house management as needed.

November 8–22, 2026

Full-run commitment required. We are seeking one reliable individual available for all scheduled performances throughout the entire November 8–22 run. Consistent availability is essential.

Evening Performances: Usher arrival is 6:00 PM sharp. Doors open at 6:15 PM, and the performance begins promptly at 7:00 PM. Doors close at curtain, and late seating will not be permitted.

Sunday Matinee Performances: Usher arrival is 12:45 PM. Doors open at 1:15 PM, and the performance begins promptly at 2:00 PM. Doors close at curtain, and late seating will not be permitted.

The usher is expected to remain on duty throughout the performance and assist with audience departure and closing procedures.

Please note: This is a working front-of-house position. The usher will be working during the performance and will not be attending or watching the show as an audience member. Separate performance tickets may be made available to the usher, scheduled separately according to their availability.

$15 per performance (gig), not per hour.

Compensation is paid for each scheduled performance worked. One usher will be hired for the entire November 8–22 performance run.

The ideal candidate is friendly, polished, punctual, and dependable, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. They should be comfortable interacting with theater audiences and VIP guests, able to remain calm, attentive, and organized, and genuinely interested in theater and the performing arts. Prior ushering, front-of-house, hospitality, or customer-service experience is preferred.

This is an intimate, limited-capacity production where every audience interaction matters. We are looking for someone who understands that the audience experience begins the moment guests arrive.

Ear Out Playhouse is a New York-based theater company dedicated to intimate, actor-driven productions in extraordinary spaces.

Its inaugural production, CLASS, marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for this historic downtown New York landmark.