Our Octagon Buddies scheme is aimed at making everyone’s visit to our venues both enjoyable and supported. The Octagon Buddies scheme is open to anyone that is looking for a companion or buddy to attend shows and events with at our venues.
The scheme is open to everyone, but might be particularly useful for:
Our Octagon Buddies will…
Please Note: Octagon Buddies are not a replacement for a carer but someone to assist and provide companionship to semi-independent people if requested. All our Octagon Buddies are passionate about theatre and keen to support those who are unsure or unable to attend otherwise. All our volunteers are friendly, trained, and keen to share their love for theatre. They know our venues well and will be delighted to attend your visit with you. Currently whilst the Octagon Theatre is closed waiting redevelopment we are operating the scheme from our sister venue, Westlands Entertainment Venue.
How to apply to volunteer as an Octagon Buddy?
Volunteering at The Octagon Theatre & Westlands Entertainment Venue as an Octagon Buddy will provide rewarding and enjoyable experiences supporting patrons that might not feel confident in coming to the theatre alone, haven’t been before or don’t know what to expect and need a little additional support.
Our Octagon Buddies will act as companions and advocates for our patrons, supporting people to experience the theatre and set foot in our venues, who without this support would not have done so previously.
Our Octagon Buddies will be called upon when we receive a request for a buddy by a member of the public, who will then have the opportunity to volunteer if available. Our trained Octagon Buddies will then be paired with a patron who has bought a ticket for an event but would like some support whilst attending. Your ticket to shows and events will be provided free of charge when you are volunteering, we are simply asking for your time and commitment to the project.
If you are wising to become an Octagon Buddy Volunteer, please visit our Somerset Council volunteering webpage.
How to request an Octagon Buddy?
Booking Guidelines
Our Octagon Buddies is a free scheme that will match you up with a companion if you are attending the venue for the first time or are anxious about coming to the theatre alone and looking for someone to talk to and guide you through venue. If there is an event you wish to attend but would like a buddy when you come, please get in touch.
Those wishing to access the Octagon Buddies scheme will need to contact Box Office by 01935 422884, westlandsyeovil@somerset.gov.uk or talk to a member of our team in person.
Please note, we suggest booking as early as possible for events to allow us as much time as possible to pair you up with one of our Octagon Buddy volunteers, however we cannot guarantee availability.
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