Family of Housing 

Many of the actors who perform in the outstanding shows created by Sierra Rep need local housing. These stars come from across the country to perform for you.

Sierra Rep’s Host a Star program finds local residents with a spare room to host visiting performers for the duration of each play.

While many families currently participate as hosts, we are in need of additional participants in Columbia, Sonora and Jamestown. In any given year, Sierra Repertory attracts more than 150 artists to Tuolumne County.

Over half of these artists need local housing throughout the year, including several weeks when we have nearly 50 artists in town at once!

Becoming a Host (for more information, please email lsweetland@sierrarep.org)

o   You can participate by providing a bedroom and private or semi-private bath for a Sierra Rep star. Their needs are simple:

-  A private bedroom (linens included)

-  Private or semi-private access to a bathroom with shower.

-  Space in the kitchen and a cupboard for the artist to keep some food items. (Note: it is not necessary to provide meals.)

-  Parking space.

-  A desire to help an artist further his or her career in professional theatre.

The artists take care of everything else!

Other Considerations:

·         The artists arrive approximately 3 weeks before opening night and return home the day after closing. However, if you would rather host for a shorter time, please email us.

·         Our artists are responsible for their own food and transportation.

·         It is not necessary for you to be home to host a star as they can house-sit while you travel.

·         Performers’ hours are long, usually starting in the afternoon and going late into the night. Many, also, return to their own homes on their days off.

·         They can be a great comfort to those who live alone. A young person in the house, even occasionally, can provide companionship.

·         You help Sierra Repertory Theatre bring quality entertainment to Tuolumne County.

If you would like to participate in the Host a Star program, or would like more information, please call Lisette Sweetland, company manager, at 209-532-0502 ext. 105. (or email lsweetland@sierrarep.org) Lisette will answer any questions about the program, meet with you to review facilities and match a star who will be compatible with your needs and resources.