Peoples Bank Theatre had the honor to celebrate an extraordinary milestone, both in performance and in leadership, at the Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo Concert on Tuesday, May 27th.
The theatre celebrated and honored Chuck Sulerzyski, who retired last year as President and CEO of Peoples Bank. The Benatar-Giraldo performance was booked as a retirement gift to Sulerzyski as they are one of his favorite performers.
Dan Stephan, a local businessman who cared deeply for Marietta and the theatre, had a dream that the theatre would reopen to be the premier entertainment destination in the Mid-Ohio Valley, and that dream eventually spread, until it became a reality.
“Just over a decade ago, the theatre house was silent. It was an empty shell — gutted, without seats – and with no certainty of what would come next. And now, after almost 10 years, Peoples Bank Theatre has hosted 500 events— concerts, plays, community gatherings — all because a few key people believed in the potential of this historic space. One of those people was Chuck Sulerzysk, ” Todd Burge, Peoples Bank Theatre’s Talent Buyer said to the audience before the show.
Back in 2011, Sulerzyski had just arrived in town to take on his new role at Peoples Bank. He toured the gutted theater at the invitation of former Executive Director Hunt Brawley and current
board President Dan Harrison. He didn’t know them well. He didn’t know the theatre intimately yet. But after that brief tour, Sulerzyski looked at them both and said, “we need to make this happen.”
After years of stalled progress, economic uncertainty following the 2008 crash, and a dream that seemed almost out of reach, Sulerzyski’s vision, leadership, and commitment breathed life
into this project. Peoples Bank stepped up with a transformative investment — one that ultimately led to the reopening of this venue in 2016 as the Peoples Bank Theatre.
It’s difficult to fully measure the impact Sulerzyski has had — not just on the theatre, but in the Mid-Ohio Valley. The staff, board members, and volunteers at Peoples Bank Theatre, as well as the community at large is grateful for Sulerzyski’s vision, leadership, and passion for live entertainment and the performing arts. To mark the occasion, Peoples Bank Theatre presented Sulerzyski with a framed ticket for Pat Benatar’s performance with a photo of the brand-new theater marquee — a symbol of everything this space has become. Peoples Bank was the show sponsor and made it possible for the theatre to have its beautiful knife board and digital marquee sign that were installed earlier this year.
Peoples Bank Theater is looking to hire an Assistant Manager and an Executive Director. Please read the job descriptions below and email your Cover Letters to miranda@nullpeoplesbanktheatre.com.
Assistant Manager
The Peoples Bank Theatre will hire an experienced Assistant Manager to help the General Manager manage facility operations by working with touring acts, rental groups, and other organizations using the theatre. (hourly rate range or based on qualifications?)
Under the supervision of the General Manager this part time person will help with the overall success of the theatre operations and the following major areas of responsibility:
- Assist General Manager with supervision of concessions and front of house operations both in main theatre and Stage Door space. This requires ordering and maintenance of beverages and concession supplies.
- Assist General Manager with back of house operations such as artist rider fulfillment and security.
- Work with Volunteer Coordinator and volunteers during showtime.
- Assist General Manager by overseeing the cleaning of facilities pre and post show.
- Assist General Manager with pre and post show load in and out, serve as theatre steward for show arrivals and departures when necessary.
- Help General Manager define and communicate all maintenance needs at the theatre and follow-through to ensure that the building is properly maintained.
- Responsible for marquee and facility specific advertising such as signage, banners and posters.
- Stocking and restocking of concession items (carrying stock up to storage room about 20 stairs)
Requirements include a HS diploma and some assistant manager experience.
Physical Requirements include a significant amount of walking and stair climbing as there is no elevator access to the balcony level in the theatre or Green Room and Chorus Room under the stage. Frequent moving of stage equipment and supplies requires a significant amount of effort. Stocking the refrigerators on the first and second levels of the theatre and the Stage Door space next to the theatre require regular lifting of over 10 pounds and often up to 50 pounds.
The Assistant Manager will possess strong computer skills, cash handling experience, strong organizational and prioritization skills, and effective planning skills. The Assistant Manager will be a
detail- oriented multi-tasker who has a strong work ethic and works well under pressure. This Manager must also be willing to work irregular hours as required by the various events occurring at the theatre.
This person will be of high integrity, character, and have an innovative thought process. This person must be a customer service superstar who will have a can-do attitude towards any challenges that may arise.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: Up to $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Marietta, OH 45750 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Marietta, OH 45750: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Executive Director
The Executive Director is responsible for providing the leadership, vision, fundraising, and management needed to enable HCHTA (Hippodrome / Colony Historical Theatre Association) to achieve its public service mission while preserving the historic theatre. Strong fundraising, community relations, management, financial, and team-building skills are required.
Major Responsibilities:
1.) Oversee management of the historic Theatre. Work with the established Theatre Manager and team to ensure that the theatre operates effectively and efficiently in carrying out its mission.
Assist the Theatre Manager in marketing, developing business sponsors, accounting, and organizational development/governance.
Lead, in collaboration with the Theatre Manager, Theatre Management Committee, to solicit feedback regarding the theatre’s operation and potential for improvement. Provide feedback to Board of Directors regarding theatre operations.
2.) Fundraising — Private and Public
Manage the implementation of the capital endowment campaign to secure and maintain the theatre in collaboration with an established group of civic leaders. Duties include grant writing, solicitation of major gifts, direct mail, and management of non-profit process and community relationships.
Direct Duties:
Coordinate, schedule, and disseminate — with input of the Board President – agendas, packets, and information related to Board of Directors meetings and other committee meetings.
Maintain accurate records of minutes and materials from meetings in collaboration with the Board Secretary.
Promote an effective culture for a theatre that embraces excellent service for its ‘customers’ who include its audiences, performers, and donors.
Represent HCHTA to the business, civic, financial, and non-profit communities.
Articulate the vision of HCHTA to both internal and external stakeholder groups.
Is responsible for the annual review of Theatre Manager, along with reviewing other employee annual reports in collaboration with the Theatre Manager.
Serve as ex-officio, non-voting member of the Board Management Committee and Board of Directors. Work with the Theatre Manager to recruit, hire, supervise, and terminate staff members.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 – $78,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Ability to Commute:
- Marietta, OH 45750 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Marietta, OH 45750: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person