The Playhouse Partners

​The Playhouse Partners is an independent, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization (EIN 46-1038116) dedicated to supporting the incredible season of the Patriot Playhouse. We are the volunteers who support the productions – from beginning to end.  Any First Colonial HS family member is welcome to join!  It’s free and fun. We would love for you to join us this year. 

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                              Important Dates

 Check this space and the Patriot Playhouse calendar for schedule changes!
  • Aug. 20, 2025 (Wed.) - Patriot Preview                                                                Look for the Playhouse Partners' table in the cafeteria during the FC "Patriot Preview", the new student orientation for incoming 9th graders and new students to FC and the Legal Studies Academy          
  • Sept. 3, 2025 (Wed.) -Open House                                                                          Look for the Playhouse Partners' table in the cafeteria during the FC schoolwide Open House - evening
  • Sept. 11, 2025 (Thurs.) - Meeting                                                                          Playhouse Partners Board Meeting - 6:00-7:30 PM - FC Theater
  • Fall 2025 - Behind-the-Curtain Tour!                                                            Join us for a special tour of the theatre by our theatre director. Meet the Playhouse Partners volunteers in an information setting. Back by popular demand, the "Behind-the-Curtain Tour" typically takes place at 10:15 AM on the first Saturday work call.
  • Dec. 3, 2025 (Wed.) - Meeting                                                              Playhouse Partners Board Meeting - 6:00-7:30 PM - FC Theater
  • Jan. 29, 2026 (Thurs.) - Meeting                                                            Playhouse Partners Board Meeting 6:00-7:30 PM - FC Theater
  • May 18, 2026 (Mon.) - Meeting                                                              Playhouse Partners Board Meeting 6:00-7:30 PM - FC Theater


                                         FAQs

Who Should Attend the Board Meetings?
  • All "Playhouse Partners" board members
  • Adults supporting current FC students involved in theatre
  • Playhouse Partners alumni interested in volunteering

How Can I Help?
We are always seeking a diverse group of volunteers to support our plays, musicals, one-acts, Thespian troupe activities, fundraisers, and more.

What Are Some Ways to Support and Volunteer?
  • Concessions and ticket selling (watch for emails prior to each show!)
  • Buying/selling ads and shout-outs in our programs
  • Buying/selling cookies during our annual fundraiser
  • Meal donations for tech weeks 
  • Serving meals during tech weeks (we typically serve about 500 meals per show to the cast, crew, and volunteers during work calls and tech week!)
  • Donating healthy snacks and water to keep on hand in the theater (send in anytime!)
  • Set construction 
  • Painting and sewing 
  • Volunteering professional services (tax assistance, financial reviews)
  • Donate a "gift basket" or gift card/certificate for our fundraisers during each show
  • Like us on social media and share our news with your network
  • Encourage your student to enroll in theatre, cinema, and public speaking classes at FC
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How Do I Volunteer for an Upcoming Show?
Watch your email for show-specific communications and sign-up links from our theatre director. Information about needs will be emailed out prior to each show. 

2025-2026 Board Members
Thank you to this year's all-volunteer board: Stacey Truitt (President), Angela Rocha (Treasurer), Pam Mills, Bree Ruzzi, and Colleen Johnson. 

Questions?
Join us at an upcoming meeting or email [email protected]. 
Program Advertisements and Shout-Outs 

The online order form will be available soon!

​Proceeds from advertisements in our programs will directly support our 2025-26 season, including meals for students during the extended hours of “tech week,” travel costs, and extra production expenses.

The programs are integral to every performance as they provide information, imagery, and a keepsake. Every attendee is personally offered a free program as they enter the theater. 

There are two options for program ads – (1) advertise your business with a logo, business card, or graphic, or (2) send a personal “shout out” to a cast or crew member (a few words of encouragement that will be printed in the program).  

Business advertisements are printed in the programs for the entire season.  Shout-outs will have rolling deadlines because they are customized to each show.  Information and rates for "Senior Shout Outs" will be posted soon. Senior Shout Outs are personal messages with photos to celebrate a student's artistic journey. 

Question?  Email [email protected]