Volunteers


Join the Interlochen community

Volunteers serve as important pillars of the Interlochen community. By dedicating their time, contributing their skills, and acting as ambassadors, volunteers help everything at Interlochen run more smoothly. We count on volunteers in multiple ways: leading tours, assisting visitors, sewing costumes, serving as ushers, planting flowers, raising funds, and even engaging with prospective students and alumni both on- and off-campus. Join us!

Get Involved

Find out more about on-campus and remote volunteering opportunities.

Give Back

Learn more about how you can make an impact on a young artist's life.

Concerts & Events

Check out our upcoming events and live webcasts.

Scholarshop

Show your Interlochen pride by shopping at our campus store.

Volunteer Spotlight: Ted Biederwieden

After his grandfather built a cabin in Michigan, Ted Beiderwieden started summering near Interlochen and would listen to Interlochen Public Radio. He went from avid IPR listener to Interlochen Center for the Arts' Volunteer of the Year several years in a row.

Read Ted's story

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Ted Beiderwieden volunteering at Interlochen Public Radio.

Contact Us

Want to make a difference at Interlochen? We’d love to welcome you as a volunteer! Whether near or far, we can help find the right opportunity for you, whether it's on-campus, off-campus, or online. Contact Alyssa Blaker for off-campus or online opportunities and Jennifer Richards for on-campus opportunities.

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Alyssa Blaker

Associate Director of Engagement

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Jennifer Richards

Jennifer Richards, CVA

Director of Customer Service and Volunteers

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Interlochen News

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Casting clarity: Award-winning casting director Susanne Scheel helps budding filmmakers see their stories in a new light

Junior film & new media major Emma Niu reflects on how Scheel’s insights completely reshaped her approach to audition prep.

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At home in the spotlight: Freshman Evan Yao finds new friends and artistic growth at Arts Academy

Yao shares highlights from his first year at Interlochen, from exciting performances to fight choreography.

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From Seoul to the spotlight: How Interlochen Online launched Gabriella Cupps’ musical theatre journey

When a ninth grader in Korea needed high-level musical theatre training, Interlochen Online provided the world-class coaching, confidence, and community she needed to chase her dreams all the way to Interlochen Arts Academy.

Upcoming Events

Dec
13

Dance, Academy Student

"The Nutcracker"

Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 2 p.m. ET

Corson Auditorium Adult $42; Child - College $19

Dec
13

Dance, Academy Student

"The Nutcracker"

Saturday, December 13, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Corson Auditorium Adult $42; Child - College $19

Dec
14

Dance, Academy Student

"The Nutcracker"

Sunday, December 14, 2025 - 2 p.m. ET

Corson Auditorium

SOLD OUT