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Non-Professional Theatre Report

News of non-professional theatre shows or nominations for an Overnighters Community Theatre Star tribute (someone whose dedicated commitment adds that extra sparkle to community theatre) can be forwarded to: Cheryl Threadgold, PO Box 215, Black Rock, Vic 3193 or thrdgld@optusnet.com.au

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Wednesday, December 21, 2005

OVERNIGHTERS NON-PRO THEATRE SEGMENT DECEMBER 21

This week's Community Theatre Star tribute is to Geelong Repertory Theatre, which this year celebrated its 73rd anniversary. Now playing a vital role in their local heritage, the company was formed in 1932 by Dulcie Meakin as the Geelong Repertory Society, performing an average of seven plays a year - from melodrama to the classics - in the old GAMA Theatre. Later performing in the Geelong Performing Arts Centre, the company purchased "Henry's" in 1981. This was a wood and timber store in Geelong West and was initially used as office space, wardrobe, rehearsal space, workshop area and meeting place and is known as the Lilian Stott centre. The Woodbin rehearsal space was later converted into a small, intimate and versatile theatre. The inaugural production was in 1989 and since then the Woodbin Theatre has been a part of Geelong's thriving theatre scene. Congratulations to Geelong Repertory Theatre for this marvellous achievement.

PLOS Musical Productions Inc: Annie Sat. Dec.31 at 5pm, Sun. Jan.1 at 2pm, Mon. Jan 2 2pm and 8pm, Fri. Jan 6 at 8pm, Sat. Jan 7at 2pm and 8pm, Sun. Jan. 8 at 5pm at the Frankston Arts Centre, cnr. Davey and Young Sts., Frankston. Director: Brad Dart, Musical Director: Bev Woodford, Choreography: Brad Dart and Sharon Dart. Bookings: 9784 1060
(Presenting Annie as a holiday theatre delight for all ages tops off a most successful year for PLOS Musical Productions. Earlier this month the company won Production of the Year at the recent Music Theatre Guild Awards for their May production of The Full Monty. Michael Fletcher won the Male Performer in a Supporting Role award for his portrayal of Malcolm McGregor in the same show)
Whitehorse Musical Theatre: Cinderella January 18 and 19 at 10am and 2pm at The Besen Centre, 87-89 Station St., Burwood. Director: Michael Butler, Choreographer: Brooke Wendt Bookings: 0500 801474
Hartwell Players: Alice in Wonderland Opens January 20 at Ashwood College, Vannam Drive, Ashwood. Directed by Katherine Payne, Ass't. Emma Whately Bookings: 9889 5006.
SLAMS Music Theatre Company: Into the Woods February 2,3,4 at 7.30pm February 4 at 2pm at the Karralyka Theatre, Mines Rd., Ringwood East. Directed by Mark Woods, Musical Director Marcus Fleming Bookings: 9879 0886.
Stella Entertainment: Rent Opens February 9 and runs for four weeks at the National Theatre, cnr. Barkly and Carlisle Sts., St. Kilda. Victorian premiere amateur season. Book now on 1300 366123 www.stellaentertainment.com.au
Warrandyte Senior Citizens Concert Party: Movies Were Movies. Friday, February 24 7.30pm All singing, dancing, comedy variety show at Senior Citizens' hall, Taroona Ave., Warrandyte Melways 35C1 Director: Yvonne Goodman. Everybody welcome. BYO nibblies, drinks and glass. Tea/coffee provided. Donation $7 Bookings: Alan Rundell 9870 0379

Auditions

MOTTS Inc: Living in the Seventies by Linda Nagle and Jonathon Biggins. January 15 Singers, actors and musicians required. Premiere non-professional staging in Melbourne. Directed by Jane Court. Hampton, May, 2006. Enquiries 0417 347108
ITT Productions: Romeo and Juliet Mon. January 16 Performances at Burrinja Cultural and Community Centre, Upwey, end of March/early April, 2006. Rehearsals to be held Mon. and Wed. evenings and some Sundays at Burrinja. Auditionees to prepare 3 min. Shakespearian monologue in preferred character style from play other than Romeo and Juliet. Audition bookings: Fiona or Ian 9706 2239.
MLOC Productions Inc: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. June, 2006 production in Elwood, rehearsals in Parkdale. Audition Workshop January 19, Information Night January 24 at 8pm at Parkdale Church of Christ hall, 174 Como Parade, Parkdale. Auditions January 31, February 1 and 2. Director: Roy Mears, Choreographer: Cara Dinley, Musical Director: Geoff Earle. By appointment 9589 4912
GEMCO Players Community Theatre: Hot Mikado June, 2006 production. Auditions Sunday, January 22, 1-5pm, Tuesday, January 24, 7.30-10pm at Gemco Hall, Kilvington Drive, Emerald (next to the Police station). Please allow 40 minutes to audition, as a small group dance audition is included. Bring sheet-music to sing a mid-range gutsy song. To book a time call Kate on 9755 1769.
Whitehorse Musical Theatre: Crazy For You Audition bookings open January 9 - please do not call before this date. Vocal/Dialogue Auditions Sunday, January 22, Dance Audition 1.00pm Sunday January 29, Callbacks January 31. 0500 801474 www.whitehorsemusical.com.au
ASPECT Theatre: Sweet Charity July/August production. Information Night February 1 at Aspendale Gardens Community Centre, Kearney Drive, Aspendale Gardens at 7.30pm. Auditions at same venue on February 10, 11, 12. Director: Lyn Laister, Musical Director: Barry Sims, Choreographer: Louisa Mitchell Enquiries: Lyn 0416 075105

Christmas greetings and a safe, happy and healthy New Year to all readers.

Wednesday, December 14, 2005

OVERNIGHTERS NON-PRO THEATRE SEGMENT DECEMBER 14

This week's Overnighters Community Theatre Star tribute is to Keith Smith who this year celebrates his 50h year with the Geelong Repertory Theatre Company. Commencing as an active member in 1955, Keith directed his first show in 1958 and has since directed over 36 productions for the company and performed onstage in 44 plays. Keith's favourite playwright is Alan Ayckbourn and over the years he has directed nine Ayckbourn plays at Geelong Rep. Keith was made a life member of the company in March, honouring his extensive work on and off the stage over the past 50 years. A fine contribution to community theatre.

PLOS Musical Productions Inc: Annie Sat. Dec.31 at 5pm, Sun. Jan.1 at 2pm, Mon. Jan 2 at 2pm and 8pm, Fri. Jan 6 at 8pm, Sat. Jan 7at 2pm and 8pm, Sun. Jan. 8 at 5pm at the Frankston Arts Centre, cnr. Davey and Young Sts., Frankston. Director: Brad Dart, Musical Director: Bev Woodford, Choreography: Brad Dart and Sharon Dart. Bookings: 9784 1060
Whitehorse Musical Theatre: Cinderella January 18 and 19 at 10am and 2pm at The Besen Centre, 87-89 Station St., Burwood. Director: Michael Butler, Choreographer: Brooke Wendt Bookings: 0500 801474
Hartwell Players: Alice in Wonderland Opens January 20 at Ashwood College, Vannam Drive, Ashwood. Directed by Katherine Payne, Ass't. Emma Whately Bookings: 9889 5006.
Stella Entertainment: Rent Opens February 9 and runs for four weeks at the National Theatre, cnr. Barkly and Carlisle Sts., St. Kilda. Victorian premiere amateur season. Book now on 1300 366123 www.stellaentertainment.com.au
Warrandyte Senior Citizens Concert Party: Movies Were Movies Friday, February 24 7.30pm All singing, dancing, comedy variety show at Senior Citizens' hall, Taroona Ave., Warrandyte Melways 35C1 Director: Yvonne Goodman. Everybody welcome. BYO nibblies, drinks and glass. Tea/coffee provided. Donation $7 Bookings: Alan Rundell 9870 0379

Auditions
ARC Theatre: Hot Mikado Production Team. ARC Theatre invites young, theatre-minded people to be interviewed for positions on the artistic team for their 2006 production of Hot Mikado. Positions available: Director, Assistant Director, Musical Director, Ass't. Musical Director, Choreographer, Ass't. Choreographer. Interviews will be held Wed. December 14, 6.30pm-10.30pm, Thurs. December 15, 6.30pm-10.30pm, Sat. December 17, 10am-6pm, Sun. December 18, 10am-6pm. If interested, email info@arc-theatre.com
(ARC - Amateur Repertory Company is an established youth theatre operating in the Northern suburbs of Melbourne. It aims to involve young people (mainly ages 15 - 28) in all aspects of theatre performance, production and organisational activities.)
Mitcham Theatre Group: Closer by Patrick Marber Directed by Tim Long December 18 from 3.30pm, December 19 from 7.30pm at "The Old Church", Edward St., Mitcham (near the corner of Whitehorse Rd) For further info contact the director 0429 995699.
Babirra Music Theatre: Carmen the Musical Babirra Music Theatre are looking for a tenor with strong acting skills to play the lead role of Don Jose in their May/June production of Carmen the Musical. Enquiries: Lois on 9802 1203 or BMT@virtual.net.au
MOTTS Inc: Living in the Seventies by Linda Nagle and Jonathon Biggins. January 15 Singers, actors and musicians required. Premiere non-professional staging in Melbourne. Directed by Jane Court. Hampton, May, 2006. Enquiries 0417 347108
ITT Productions: Romeo and Juliet Mon. January 16 Performances at Burrinja Cultural and Community Centre, Upwey, end of March/early April, 2006. Rehearsals to be held Mon. and Wed. evenings and some Sundays at Burrinja. Auditionees to prepare 3 min. Shakespearian monologue in preferred character style from play other than Romeo and Juliet. Audition bookings: Fiona or Ian 9706 2239.
MLOC Productions Inc: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. June, 2006 production in Elwood, rehearsals in Parkdale. Audition Workshop January 19, Information Night January 24 at 8pm at Parkdale Church of Christ hall, 174 Como Parade, Parkdale. Auditions January 31, February 1 and 2. Director: Roy Mears, Choreographer: Cara Dinley, Musical Director: Geoff Earle. By appointment 9589 4912
GEMCO Players Community Theatre: Hot Mikado June, 2006 production. Auditions Sunday, January 22 1-5pm, Tuesday, January 24 7.30-10pm at Gemco Hall, Kilvington Drive, Emerald (next to the Police station). Please allow 40 minutes to audition as a small group dance audition is included. Bring sheet-music to sing a mid-range gutsy song. To book a time call Kate on 9755 1769.
Whitehorse Musical Theatre: Crazy For You Audition bookings open January 9 - please do not call before this date. Vocal/Dialogue Auditions Sunday, January 22, Dance Audition 1.00pm Sunday January 29, Callbacks January 31. 0500 801474 www.whitehorsemusical.com.au

Wednesday, December 7, 2005

OVERNIGHTERS NON-PRO THEATRE WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7
This week's Overnighters Community Theatre Star Tribute is to Gordon Gribbin. Gordon's extensive experience in theatre, music composition and orchestra with both the BBC and ABC, is now generously being shared with community theatre. Gordon initially founded the ACE Theatre Company, giving opportunities for performers in the Aspendale, Chelsea and Edithvale areas to be involved in theatre productions. Since his retirement to Hastings three years ago, Gordon in conjunction with Edwin Creely, has founded the Pelican Theatre Company which has just staged its sixth production. He has also formed the Pelican Youth Theatre, a youth drama group who contribute to writing their own plays as well as performing. With assistance from his wife Cynthia who makes all the costumes and is also a musical theatre performer, Gordon's productions bring all ages together from the orchestra to performers, backstage and front-of-house crews. Gordon has created true community theatre in Hastings. A remarkable effort in a relatively short time.

Geelong Repertory Theatre Company: biennial The Write Stuff Playwriting competition. Playwrights are invited to submit an original one act play based on a theme of their choice. Plays should be no longer than half an hour and involve a maximum cast of six. Script should be typed in 12 pt. Times Roman. Each playwright will be given feedback on their piece by a professional theatre practitioner. Winning entries will have their play workshopped and performed over two nights at the Woodbin Theatre, Geelong on July 30 and 31, 2006. Send script and a cover letter to "Playwriting Competition", PO Box 993, Geelong, Australia, 3220. Entries close December 31, 2005.
Beaumaris Theatre: The Beaumaris Theatre Christmas Revue
Until December 10 at 82 Wells Road, Beaumaris. Cabaret seating, BYO Food and Drink.
Director: Georgina Charles. Musical Director: Danny Forward. Choreographer: Camilla Threadgold
Bookings: 9583 6896 Mail: PO Box 7230, Beaumaris, 3193. Email: beaumaristheatre@optusnet.com.au
Geelong Repertory Theatre Company: Bedroom Farce by Sir Alan Ayckbourn. Until December 10 at the Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St., Geelong West. Directed by Keith Smith, Produced by Judy Barnard.
For bookings phone GPAC on 5225 1200 or email:: info@geelongrep.com.au
Mathis School of Dance: The Stories of Hans Christian Andersen. December 9, 10 at 7.30pm and December 10 at 2.00pm at the Mentone Girls Grammar School hall, Mentone Pde., Mentone. Musical tales include Thumbelina, The Ugly Duckling, The Little Mermaid and The Red Shoes. Adults $18, Children and concession $10.
Proceeds donated to SCOPE. Bookings 9580-4841
Boroondara Theatre Company and Camberwell Youth Theatre: Playwright Competition - Four One Act Original Plays . December 8-10 at the David Williamson Theatre, St. John St., Prahran. Mirrors Lying by Alisa Tanaka-King, Directed by Graeme McCoubrie; Grumpy Old Moths by Neil R. Anderson, Directed by Graeme McCoubrie; Irreconcilable Differences by Elizabeth Spilias, Directed by Denise Kuchmar; Post Election by Bill Evans, Directed by The Team. Bookings 9809 1546 or boroondaratheatreco@hotmail.com
Frankston Theatre Group: Lend Me A Tenor Until December 10 at Mt. Eliza Community Centre,
Mt. Eliza. Cabaret style. Written by Ken Ludwig, Directed by Keith Gledhilll. Bookings 9775 5017.
Lilydale Athenaeum Theatre Company: Stepping Out (The Musical)
Until December 10 Based on the original play by Richard Harris. Lyrics by Mary Stewart-David, Music by Denis King. Directed by Alan Burrows. Athenaeum Theatre, Lilydale. Bookings: 9735 1777
Short And Sweet Play Festival:
Until Sunday, December 11 in the Arts Centre BlackBox, 100 St. Kilda Road, Melbourne. The largest 10-minute play festival in the world, presented in Melbourne for the first time. Bookings: www.Ticketmaster.com.au or 1300 136 166
WIlliamstown Little Theatre: I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change
a musical revue by Joe Dipietro & Jimmy Roberts. Until December 10 at 8.15pm at Williamstown Little Theatre, 2 Albert St., Williamstown. Director: Janet Provan
Bookings: 9885 9678
Christmas with the Ashton Smith Singers of Australia: A Feast of Magnificent Christmas Music. December 16, 17, 18 at 8.00pm at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, corner Glenferrie & Cotham Roads, Kew. Featuring Brass Ensemble, Harp, Oboe, Double Bass, Percussion & Organ. Soprano: Eleanor Kerr, Tenor: Roy Best. Tickets $20 (Proceeds will support the Cerebral Palsy Education Centre) Enquiries: 9523 5228.

Auditions

Stella Entertainment: Rent February 2006 at the National Theatre, St. Kilda.
Male Dancers 18-30 urgently required.
Contact Mark Featherby at marf@stellaentertainment.com.au

Essendon Theatre Co: Jake's Women by Neil Simon. December 8 at Bradshaw St. Hall, Bradshaw St., West Essendon. Director: Kris Weber. Enquiries: Kris 9363 5909
Break a Leg Theatre Company: Nobody's Perfect by Simon Williams. December 13 at Churchill Community Hall. Enquiries and bookings phone Contact Dan Clancey 0417 142606
www.breakalegtheatre.com.au
The Victorian Drama League Inc - Summer School January 26-28, 2006 - at the Courthouse Youth Arts Centre, Geelong. Workshops & tutoring for: Acting, Directing, Costuming, Applying for Grants, Lighting, Marketing/PR, Sound, Running Your Own Company, Sound Design, Adjudicating, Reviewing. Enquiries: Victorian Drama League, 3rd Floor, Ross House, 247 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, Vic 3000 9663 4222. All monies payable by December 16, 2005.

Wednesday, November 30, 2005

In 1944 Edward Trait, Managing Director of Standard Newspapers, envisaged establishing a municipal concert group for residents in the area now known as the City of Kingston. He advertised in his newspaper for interested singers and the positive response resulted in the 1945 formation of the City of Mordialloc Philharmonic Society. The company gradually evolved over the years to presenting full-scale musical shows and is now known as MLOC Productions.
This week's OVERNIGHTERS COMMUNITY THEATRE STAR tribute is to MLOC Productions Inc. (previously known as the Mordialloc Light Opera Company) who this week celebrate their 60th Anniversary and GRAEME MARRIOTT, company Treasurer for twenty-five years, President for thirteen years, performer in forty MLOC shows and administrator of this company which has been synonymous with the presentation of choral works and musical theatre in the City of Kingston and Melbourne bayside area for sixty years.

WILLIAMSTOWN MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY: OPEN DAY Sunday, December 4 11.00am-2.pm, followed by an EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING from 2pm, at the Williamstown Mechanics Institute, Cnr. Electra St. and Melbourne Rd., Williamstown. After being out of action for three years due to renovations to the historic Williamstown Mechanics' Institute, the company (formerly the Williamstown Light Opera Company) extends an invitation to all interested to see renovation progress, view the new rehearsal area and dressing rooms and hear of future plans. A special 12 month membership subscription discount will be offered on this day only for $15 (usually $25), giving eligibility to vote at the XGM at 2pm, when vacancies on the new committee will be filled. A gold coin donation when attending the open day would be welcome.
WMTC…….A new name…..A new theatre…..A new look……..A new start! Enquiries: 9397 6368
GEELONG REPERTORY THEATRE COMPANY: "BEDROOM FARCE' by Sir Alan Ayckbourn. Until December 10 at the Woodbin Theatre, 15 Coronation St. Geelong West. Directed by Keith Smith, Produced by Judy Barnard.
For bookings phone GPAC on 5225 1200 or email: info@geelongrep.com.au
TANGIBLE PRODUCTIONS: 'PLAYING YOU' November 30 - December 3 at The Loft, Chapel Off Chapel, 12 Little Chappel St., Prahran. Written & Directed by Celia Pacquola, Produced by Amy Felman. Bookings: Chapel off Chapel Box Office 8290 7000 or visit www.chapeloffchapel.com.au
HEIDELBERG THEATRE CO: "NOISES OFF"
Until December 3 at 36 Turnham Avenue, Rosanna. (opp. Rosanna station). Director: Chris McLean
Bookings: 9457 4117
BEAUMARIS THEATRE: The BEAUMARIS THEATRE CHRISTMAS REVUE
Until December 10 at 82 Wells Road, Beaumaris. Cabaret seating, BYO Food and Drink.
Director: Georgina Charles. Musical Director: Danny Forward. Choreographer: Camilla Threadgold
Bookings: 9583 6896 Mail: PO Box 7230, Beaumaris, 3193. Email: beaumaristheatre@optusnet.com.au
BOROONDARA THEATRE COMPANY & CAMBERWELL YOUTH THEATRE: PLAYWRIGHT COMPETITION - Four One Act Original Plays . December 8-10 at the David Williamson Theatre, St. John St., Prahran. "Mirrors Lying" by Alisa Tanaka-King, Directed by Graeme McCoubrie; "Grumpy Old Moths" by Neil R. Anderson, Directed by Graeme McCoubrie; "Irreconcilable Differences" by Elizabeth Spilias, Directed by Denise Kuchmar; "Post Election" by Bill Evans, Directed by 'The Team'. Bookings 9809 1546 or boroondaratheatreco@hotmail.com
FRANKSTON THEATRE GROUP: "LEND ME A TENOR" December 2 - 10 at Mt. Eliza Community Centre,
Mt. Eliza. Cabaret style. Written by Ken Ludwig, Directed by Keith Gledhilll. Bookings 9775 5017.
LILYDALE ATHENAEUM THEATRE COMPANY: STEPPING OUT ("The Musical")
Until December 10 (includes matinee on Sunday, December 4) Based on the original play by Richard Harris. Lyrics by Mary Stewart-David, Music by Denis King. Directed by Alan Burrows. Athenaeum Theatre, Lilydale.. Bookings: 9735 1777
SHORT AND SWEET PLAY FESTIVAL:
Until Sunday, December 11 in the Arts Centre BlackBox, 100 St. Kilda Road, Melbourne. The largest 10-minute play festival in the world, presented in Melbourne for the first time. Bookings: www.Ticketmaster.com.au or 1300 136 166
WILLIAMSTOWN LITTLE THEATRE: "I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE" -
a musical revue by Joe Dipietro & Jimmy Roberts. Until December 10 at 8.15pm at Williamstown Little Theatre, 2 Albert St., Williamstown. Director: Janet Provan
Bookings: 9885 9678
CHRISTMAS with the ASHTON SMITH SINGERS OF AUSTRALIA: A Feast of Magnificent Christmas Music. December 16th, 17th, 18th at 8.00pm at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, corner Glenferrie & Cotham Roads, Kew. Featuring Brass Ensemble, Harp, Oboe, Double Bass, Percussion & Organ. Soprano: Eleanor Kerr, Tenor: Roy Best. Tickets $20 (Proceeds will support the Cerebral Palsy Education Centre) Enquiries: 9523 5228.

Auditions:
PERRY'S YOUNG STARS: "INTO THE WOODS JR." by Stephen Sondheim, Directed by Rebecca Perry. Sat. December 3 at the Templestowe Memorial Hall. (the junior version of the hit Broadway musical, to be performed at the Doncaster Playhouse in May, 2006) Singers/Actors 8-18 years invited to audition. Ring Rebecca Perry 0409 863617
BEAUMARIS THEATRE: "STEEL MAGNOLIAS" by Robert Harling at 82 Wells Rd., Beaumaris on December 5 and 6. Directed by Debbie Keyt. Call Debbie on 9584 1526.
THE VICTORIAN DRAMA LEAGUE INC - SUMMER SCHOOL January 26-28, 2006 - at the Courthouse Youth Arts Centre, Geelong. Workshops & tutoring for: Acting, Directing, Costuming, Applying for Grants, Lighting, Marketing/PR, Sound, Running Your Own Company, Sound Design, Adjudicating, Reviewing. Enquiries: Victorian Drama League, 3rd Floor, Ross House, 247 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, Vic 3000 9663 4222. All monies payable by December 16, 2005.

Wednesday, November 23, 2005

This week's OVERNIGHTERS COMMUNITY THEATRE STAR tribute is to PLOS , BRAD DART and FRED PEZZIMENTI, for their innovation and direction of the recent highly successful "The 24 Hour Extravaganza" at the Frankston Cultural Centre - an Australian "first" for a musical. 24 hours after "BYE BYE BIRDIE" was announced as 'the mystery musical', a capacity audience enjoyed an entertaining performance. Planning this successful project included organising regular meals for cast and crew, exercise, sleep deprivation study, wardrobe, sets, auditions, music, dialogue and dance rehearsals, lighting & sound, program , orchestra convening, etc. A mammoth task with a great result. Efforts and talents of all involved were contributed on a voluntary basis.

MORNINGTON CEF PLAYERS: "SCROOGE" (a musical about Scrooge, the Stingiest Man in Town)
Until November 27 at St. Peters Hall, Albert St., Mornington.
Directors: David Wearne & Val Hardie, Musical. Director: Heather Wickes Bookings: 5975 6868.
GEMCO PLAYERS COMMUNITY THEATRE: "THE CLUB"
by David Williamson - until November 26 at the GEMCO Hall, 19 Kilvington Drive, Emerald. Director: Laurence Clarke. Contact 5968 2844
PELICAN THEATRE COMPANY INC: "GOLD RUSH the musical".
Script, lyrics and music by Gordon Gribbin. Until November 26 at the Hastings Hall, High Street, Hastings (next to library). Bookings: Ed Creely on 5979 4914. www.pelicantheatre.org.au
HEIDELBERG THEATRE CO: "NOISES OFF"
Until December 3 at 36 Turnham Avenue, Rosanna. (opp. Rosanna station). Director: Chris McLean
Bookings: 9457 4117
LILYDALE ATHENAEUM THEATRE COMPANY: STEPPING OUT ("The Musical")
Until December 10 (includes matinee on Sunday, December 4) Based on the original play by Richard Harris. Lyrics by Mary Stewart-David, Music by Denis King. Directed by Alan Burrows. Athenaeum Theatre, Lilydale.
Bookings: 9735 1777
BEAUMARIS THEATRE: The BEAUMARIS THEATRE CHRISTMAS REVUE
Friday, November 25 - Saturday, December 10
Director: Georgina Charles. Musical Director: Danny Forward. Choreographer: Camilla Threadgold
at 82 Wells Road, Beaumaris. Cabaret seating, BYO Food and Drink. Bookings: 9583 6896 Mail: PO Box 7230, Beaumaris, 3193. Email: beaumaristheatre@optusnet.com.au
SHORT AND SWEET PLAY FESTIVAL:
Wednesday, November 23 until Sunday, December 11 in the Arts Centre BlackBox, 100 St. Kilda Road, Melbourne. The largest 10-minute play festival in the world, presented in Melbourne for the first time.
Bookings: www.Ticketmaster.com.au or 1300 136 166
WILLIAMSTOWN LITTLE THEATRE: "I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE" -
a musical revue by Joe Dipietro & Jimmy Roberts. November 24 - December 10 at 8.15pm at Williamstown Little Theatre, 2 Albert St., Williamstown. Director: Janet Provan
Bookings: 9885 9678

Auditions:
CATCHMENT PLAYERS OF DAREBIN INC: "MY FAIR LADY" November 21,22,23 & 24, to be performed at the Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre in May, 2006.
Audition bookings: 9460 1857
PARK PLAYERS INC: "MAME", Wednesday, November 23rd from 7.30pm at 37 Granard Ave., Park Orchards. May, 2006 season. Directed by Claire Bygrave.
Contact Diane on 9876 1926.
WILLIAMSTOWN LITTLE THEATRE: "A HAPPY AND HOLY OCCASION"
Directed by Vicki Smith. November 27 & 28 at Williamstown Little Theatre, 2-4 Albert St., Williamstown. Call Vicki on 0419 329052
PERRY'S YOUNG STARS: "INTO THE WOODS JR." by Stephen Sondheim, Directed by Rebecca Perry. Sat. December 3 at the Templestowe Memorial Hall. (the junior version of the hit Broadway musical, to be performed at the Doncaster Playhouse in May, 2006) Singers/Actors 8-18 years invited to audition. Ring Rebecca Perry 0409 863617
BEAUMARIS THEATRE: "STEEL MAGNOLIAS" by Robert Harling at 82 Wells Rd., Beaumaris on December 5 and 6. Directed by Debbie Keyt. Call Debbie on 9584 1526.

THE VICTORIAN DRAMA LEAGUE INC - SUMMER SCHOOL January 26-28, 2006 - at the Courthouse Youth Arts Centre, Geelong. Workshops & tutoring for: Acting, Directing, Costuming, Applying for Grants, Lighting, Marketing/PR, Sound, Running Your Own Company, Sound Design, Adjudicating, Reviewing. Enquiries: Victorian Drama League, 3rd Floor, Ross House, 247 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, Vic 3000 9663 4222. All monies payable by December 16, 2005.

Wednesday, November 16, 2005

This week's OVERNIGHTERS COMMUNITY THEATRE STAR is LAURENCE CLARKE from GEMCO Players Community Theatre.
(As well as directing GEMCO's current production of "The Club", Laurence is also lighting technician, set builder, helped with publicity and travels 1 hour 20 minutes each way from his home in Bass to Emerald to fulfil his dedicated commitment to his theatre company of over 20 years)

SOUTHERN PENINSULA PLAYERS THEATRE GROUP: "HARVEY"

written by Mary Chase - until November 19 at the Rosebud Memorial Hall. Contact Jean Brown on 5982 2777.

GEMCO PLAYERS COMMUNITY THEATRE: "THE CLUB"

written by David Williamson - until November 26 at the GEMCO Hall, 19 Kilvington Drive, Emerald. Director: Laurence Clarke. Contact 5968 2844

PELICAN THEATRE COMPANY INC: "GOLD RUSH the musical".

Script, lyrics and music by Gordon Gribbin. November 17-26 at Hastings Hall, High Street, Hastings (next to the library). Bookings: Ed Creely on 5979 4914. www.pelicantheatre.org.au

HEIDELBERG THEATRE CO: "NOISES OFF"

November 16 - December 3 at 36 Turnham Avenue, Rosanna. (opp.Rosanna station). Director: Chris McLean Bookings: 9457 4117

BEAUMARIS THEATRE: The BEAUMARIS THEATRE CHRISTMAS REVUE

Friday, November 25 - Saturday, December 10
Director: Georgina Charles. Musical Director: Danny Forward. Choreographer: Camilla Threadgold
at 82 Wells Road, Beaumaris. Cabaret seating, BYO Food and Drink. Bookings: 9583 6896 Mail: PO Box 7230, Beaumaris, 3193. Email: beaumaristheatre@optusnet.com.au

SHORT AND SWEET PLAY FESTIVAL:

Wednesday, November 23 until Sunday, December 11 in the Arts Centre BlackBox, 100 St. Kilda Road, Melbourne. The largest 10-minute play festival in the world, presented in Melbourne for the first time. Ten Top 30 mainstream plays performed each week at 8pm over the three week season from Wednesday to Saturday, with another 30 'Wild Card' plays being performed 10
per week on Saturdays at 11am. Bookings: www.Ticketmaster.com.au or 1300 136 166

WILLIAMSTOWN LITTLE THEATRE: "I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE" -

a musical revue by Joe Dipietro & Jimmy Roberts. November 24 - December 10 at 8.15pm at Williamstown Little Theatre, 2 Albert St., Williamstown
Director: Janet Provan Bookings: 9885 9678

MORNINGTON CEF PLAYERS: "SCROOGE"

Musical November 24 - December 3 at St. Peters Hall, Albert St., Mornington.
Directors: David Wearne & Val Hardie Musical. Director: Vickie Aiton Bookings: 5975 6868.

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