The Herbst Theatre has an open volunteer ushering policy with the exception of SFJAZZ shows and celebrity events (see note below*). You do not need to call or sign up in advance. You may volunteer to usher for any Herbst Theatre performance if you arrive one and one-half hours prior to curtain time, are appropriately attired (see below), and are carrying a small working flashlight.

Appropriate volunteer usher clothing for both men and women is black and white, or navy blue and white, business attire. Men must wear a suit with shirt and necktie and women must wear a dress, a skirt and blouse, or pantsuit.

Arrive at the door to the left of the box office in the Veterans Building lobby, one and one-half hours (90 minutes) prior to the curtain time (for example, for an 8:00 p.m. performance you must arrive by 6:30 p.m.).

Please note that if you are not on time, wearing proper clothing and carrying a working flashlight, you may not be allowed to usher.

* - This policy does not apply to SFJAZZ performances. SFJAZZ provides their own volunteer ushers. For information about how to sign up to usher for SFJAZZ shows, please see their volunteer information page: SFJAZZ - Volunteer.

For celebrity events, only those ushers who volunteer at the Herbst Theatre on a regular basis will be allowed to participate as ushers.