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We need volunteers to help greet, usher, and direct guests.
HOUSE OPENS: 7:30PM
SHOW STARTS: 8:00PM
GREETER CALL TIME: 6:30PM (meeting 6:35pm)
USHER CALL TIME: 7:00PM (FOH meeting 7:05pm)
USHER CALL TIME: 7:00PM (FOH meeting 7:05pm)
SHOW STARTS: 8:00PM
Named Alto Saxophonist of the Year by the Jazz Journalist Association and Jazz Scholar by the Library of Congress
Lakecia Benjamin is a six-time Grammy-nominated, New York-based saxophonist, arranger, composer, and educator whose masterful sound offers a unique meld of R&B, several strains of jazz, and funk. Her warm, resonant tone—often compared to that of Johnny Hodges—lends itself to any style she chooses to play.
The success of two of her most recent albums, Phoenix and Pursuance: The Coltranes, have positioned Benjamin among jazz’s most celebrated recording artists. In addition to absolute raves from outlets like The New York Times, The Guardian, and DownBeat, Phoenix earned Benjamin three Grammy nominations, an NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Jazz Album, and the Alto Saxophonist of the Year title presented by the prestigious Jazz Journalist Association.
Given Benjamin’s personal story over the last few years, her concerts are nothing short of life-affirming. In 2021, she was involved in a car accident that resulted in more than one potentially career-ending injury. Today, Benjamin has regained her confidence and physical strength, embraces whatever limitations her accident may have inflicted, and looks forward to many more decades of traveling and performing.
In 2024, Benjamin released Phoenix Reimagined, a live-in-studio album which focuses on the music from her acclaimed Phoenix project and adds three new songs. With the spontaneous magic of a live LP, Phoenix Reimagined illustrates not only the vibrant togetherness between Benjamin and her live audiences but also the resilience and power behind this prolific powerhouse. Benjamin’s most recent album, We Dream, was released this year on June 5.
In addition to recording, performing, and arranging, Benjamin is also an educator dedicated to mentoring the next generation of jazz musicians by teaching at Jazz at Lincoln Center and at Jazz House Kids.
**All REGISTERED volunteers will receive a detailed reminder within 2 days of the event.
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Approval
Organizer will approve registrants
Registration
Opens Aug 29, 2026 10:00am
Registration Closes
24 hours before each shift starts or when space runs out.
Age Limit
18 and up
Social
Requirements
Other
Requirement Details
Wondering if you should register to volunteer? Based on the CDC guidelines, we are asking you the following questions:
- Have you been exposed to someone who has been diagnosed with COVID-19? See the CDC’s risk assessment guidance.
- Do you have symptoms consistent with COVID-19? Symptoms can include a cough or shortness of breath or at least two of the following: Fever, Chills, Repeated shaking with chills, Muscle pain, Headache, Sore throat, New loss of taste or smell. See the CDC’s symptom information.
If you answered "yes" to any of those questions, we ask you not to register. We are doing all we can to align with best practices and keep our community healthy.
Perks
One of the major perks of volunteering at GPAC and The Grove is that you have an opportunity to watch our performances! We cannot always guarantee a designated theater seat, but we encourage you to find a spot where you can prioritize your assignments while also enjoying the show.
Parking Details
You may park in the parking lot in front of the building. If you are able, please park in the north east corner of the lot so that patrons and guests with limited mobility have access to the closer parking spaces.
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Shifts (2)
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| Shift | Start Time | End Time | Description | Registrants Needed | |
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| Greeters | 6:30pm (CT) | 10:00pm (CT) | We need volunteers to arrive early to greet everyone. Once the lobby opens to the general public direct patrons to the Box Office, Will Call, best entry door for their seat, or rest rooms. Flicker lights in lobby at appropriate times just before show begins, report via radio to FOH... | 0/2 | Over |
| Ushers/Ticket Takers | 7:00pm (CT) | 10:00pm (CT) | Each house door will need a Ticket Taker to scan/tear a ticket for every person attending the event. Radios will be used to communicate when doors open, security issues, and other details during the event. Other volunteers will be Ushers and may need to distribute programs, when available. Detailed reminders... | 14/16 | Over |
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