Volunteering

Ever wanted to see what it's like "behind the scenes" of a real show? Now's your chance! We are always looking for people to help run lights & sound, build sets, or act as host. No experience is necessary! If interested, please leave a note via our contact page.
About the Guild
History

The Dayton Theatre Guild opened with Outward Bound at the Dayton Art Institute in late 1945* and has continuously staged live theater in every year since with more than 400 productions to date. It has a tradition of good plays done well, utilizing all-volunteer casts, crews and administration (with no membership fees) and participation open to anyone wishing to become a part. Anyone with a passion for theater can find a home here regardless of prior experience.
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Mission Statement

The mission the Dayton Theatre Guild shall be to provide entertainment and encourage the advancement of theater art and to provide the opportunity for the cultural and technical growth through experience in legitimate theater.
 
Guild Board

The Dayton Theatre Guild is managed by a board of directors in accordance with our constitution and by-laws. We are pleased to announce board members for the 2009-10 season:

Executive Committee:
  • President: Carol Finley
  • Vice President-Creative Operations: Greg Smith
  • Vice President-Theatre Operations: Ralph Dennler
  • Vice President-Resources: Debra Kent
  • Treasurer: Deirdre Root
  • Secretary / Membership: Barbara Jorgensen
Members-at-Large:
  • Fred Blumenthal (Recognitions/Awards)
  • Brian Buttrey (Box Office / Data Manager)
  • Harold Fox
  • Leo Meece (Plant Manager)
  • Bob Mills (Webmaster)
  • Fran Pesch
  • Blake Senseman (Properties)
  • John Spitler (Publicity)
  • K.L. Storer (House Manager)
  • Steve Strawser (Publicity)
  • Destany Schafer
  • Wendi Michael (Print Media)
  • Craig Roberts (Resident Photographer)
  • Natasha Randall
 
Tax Info

The Dayton Theatre Guild is a 501.c(3) organization. As such we are required to provide our tax statements to the public. To view our tax form for FY 2008-2009, please click here (Adobe PDF reader required).