Local history buffs and theatre lovers are encouraged to apply for a unique volunteering opportunity at Bournemouth Pavilion to look after the venue’s archives spanning over 95 years.
The exciting role will offer a unique insight into Bournemouth Pavilion’s history and those who have graced the stage and ballroom.
The volunteer will help the venue’s team to keep a record of previous and upcoming events; respond to archive enquiries; maintain the archive room; and update the filing system and main database.
The volunteer will need to be computer literate, organised, professional, have a strong interest in theatre; be based locally, and be able to work independently in the venue’s archive.
More information can be found online. Applicants are encouraged to send through their expression of interest by Monday 21 July 2025.
Bournemouth Pavilion is owned by BCP Council and is operated in partnership with registered charity and social enterprise BH Live.
On behalf of BH Live, Christian Knighton, Bournemouth Pavilion’s Technical Support Administrator, shared;
Our archives have been run by dedicated volunteers for the past 30 years and we are so appreciative of their dedication to preserving our cultural history. This opportunity doesn’t come up very often and this is such an exciting prospect for anyone passionate about their local theatre. Bournemouth Pavilion has a rich artistic legacy, and we’re looking for someone who can help us capture and celebrate that.
“From West End productions to community events and everything in between, each show tells a story, and we want to make sure those stories are remembered for future generations! This is a great chance to spend time behind the scenes in one of the South Coast’s most iconic venues and contribute to something truly special.”
Last year, Bournemouth Pavilion celebrated 95 years of delivering entertainment and culture to the local community.
Valued for its cultural, architectural, and historic importance, Bournemouth Pavilion welcomes thousands of visitors every week, bringing more footfall to businesses such as hotels, bars, and restaurants to boost the local economy and provide year-round culture.
The venue hosts a year-round diverse programme of events and entertainment such as musicals, opera, ballet, pantomime, comedy, dances and fashion shows. Gala dinners, banquets, receptions, fairs, corporate presentations, product launches, conferences and exhibitions also feature.
Events such as tea dances, free-to-attend open days, and community performances are held regularly to invite visitors to learn more about the venue’s importance to the BCP region.
The theatre is also home to the Compton Organ, one of the few remaining instruments of the 550 initially installed in churches, cinemas, theatres & concert halls between 1926 and 1939. Compton Organ shows are held throughout the year in partnership with the Pavilion Organ Fund to continue to raise funds for the organ’s maintenance and restoration.
More information about Bournemouth Pavilion, including what’s on, is available at bournemouthpavilion.co.uk.
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Notes to Editors:
For more information about BH Live please contact:
Daisy Saunders, PR & Communications Executive
E: press.office@bhlive.org.uk
About BH Live
Champions of community engagement, health and wellness across Dorset, Hampshire, and London
BH Live, a registered charity and social enterprise, is a leading operator of sports and leisure centres, theatres, and event venues. Our vision is to create sustainable and inspiring opportunities, deliver great experiences for our communities, and improve health and well-being.
With a strong commitment to accessibility and community engagement, BH Live continues to enhance the quality of people’s lives, health and wellbeing in the communities it serves.
BH Live was established in 2010. Local authority partners include BCP Council, Portsmouth City Council and Croydon Council.
We are at the heart of the UK’s growing social economy. Together with our partners we are helping to change lives and make a positive impact in the community.
For more visit bhlive.org.uk.
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BH Live is a leisure and cultural trust, established in 2010 as a ‘non profit distributing organisation’ (NPDO) for public benefit to promote participation in leisure and cultural events. BH Live is a Company Limited by Guarantee and Registered Charity. Charity No: 1138311. Company No: 07092112. VAT Reg No: 108 2248 37. BH Live (Enterprises) Ltd, is a Private Company Limited by Shares and a wholly owned subsidiary of BH Live. Company No: 07175626. VAT Reg No: 108 2248 37. Registered Office: Bournemouth International Centre, Exeter Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5BH. Registered in England and Wales.
About Bournemouth Pavilion
Bournemouth Pavilion is operated by the registered charity BH Live in partnership with BCP Council.
This Grade II listed venue opened in March 1929. It has a 1,500-seat theatre and full-sized ballroom. The venue hosts a year-round diverse programme of events and entertainment such as musicals, opera, ballet, pantomime, comedy, dances and fashion shows. Gala dinners, banquets, receptions, fairs, corporate presentations, product launches, conferences and exhibitions also feature.
Bournemouth Pavilion is home to Pavilion Dance South West and the Pavilion at AUB rehearsal and teaching space for the Arts University Bournemouth.
Bournemouth Pavilion’s South Terrace operates throughout the spring and summer season, serving a delicious range of hot and cold drinks, grab-and-go items, and hot food from pop-up stalls and container bars. The Terrace Bistro serves a seasonal menu, offering an indoor and alfresco dining experience.
- Buy tickets online at co.uk
- Buy tickets by phone 0300 500 0595
- In person from box office – see website for opening times.
For call charges, opening times and more visit bournemouthpavilion.co.uk.
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