Shifts will be available in the pre-production period as well as dressing mass cast for rehearsals, following on to the Ceremony Event days. It is likely that volunteer shifts will start in March and in June for Hair and Makeup.  There are a number of mandatory sessions to attend for all roles:

• Saturday 23rd July
• Sunday 24th July Dress rehearsal
• Monday 25th July Contingency session (only if required)
• Tuesday 26th July Dress rehearsal
• Wednesday 27th July Contingency session (only if required)
• Thursday 28th July OPENING CEREMONY
• Saturday 6th Aug Dress Rehearsal
• Sunday 7th Aug Dress Rehearsal
• Monday 8th Aug CLOSING CEREMONY

Mandatory rehearsal days and the Ceremonies themselves will take place at Alexander Stadium. Costume shifts from March through to August will take place at workshop locations within the Birmingham Metropolitan area.