Arts Theatre Cronulla in Cronulla, New South Wales, Australia | Community organisation

Arts Theatre Cronulla

Locality: Cronulla, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 9523 2779

Address: 6 Surf Road 2230 Cronulla, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.artstheatrecronulla.com.au/

Likes: 936

Add/Update information

Reviews

Tags

• Community organisation
• Performance art theatre

24.01.2022 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING: POSTPONED The AGM of the Arts Theatre scheduled for next Tuesday, 31st March, has been postponed due to the need for social distancing and the governments request that we all stay home as much as possible. All members will be given the required notification when a new date is set for the AGM. In the meantime, all Committee members will retain their current positions until the AGM is held.

24.01.2022 To help keep in touch with initiatives by theatrical groups in our city, we will from time to time post information about online entertainment you can enjoy while you "Stay Home". Enjoy! Sydney Opera House While the doors to the Opera House might be closed for now, were bringing our House to yours with our new digital program of weekly live recordings, never-before-seen footage, as well as podcasts, articles, videos and more.... https://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/

24.01.2022 The positive feedback for DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER keeps rolling in! Congratulations on a wonderful show. Absolutely loved it. Please pass on my congrats to all the cast. You brightened a lot of lives. Enjoy the rest of the run.... So funny. Just what we needed. A joy from start to finish. Thank you. Have you booked your ticket? Due to current COVID-19 health restrictions, seating is strictly limited to 50% capacity. Only 3 seats left for tonight Saturday (21st). Still some good seats left for this Sunday (22nd). To book your tickets, please visit: https://www.artstheatrecronulla.com.au/bookings Full details on the show & our COVID-19 safety measures are available on our website at: https://www.artstheatrecronulla.com.au/dontdressfordinner2

24.01.2022 We are delighted to share some fantastic feedback regarding our opening night performance of DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER last night: I just wanted to let you know what a wonderful time my husband & I had attending the performance of Don’t Dress For Dinner last night. Initially we were hesitant about visiting the theatre as it was our first trip out since the pandemic, but your volunteers made us feel very safe. Everyone was patient & knew what they were doing. The show was so muc...h fun, just what we needed after being cooped up at home for so long. I hope you have another sold out run, you deserve it. Please pass on my congratulations to the cast/crew & to the theatre for reopening & making us laugh again. Have you booked your ticket? Due to current COVID-19 health restrictions, seating is strictly limited to 50% capacity. Tonight (14th) is SOLD OUT! Still some good seats left for this Sunday (15th), but you’ll need to be quick! To book your tickets, please visit: https://www.artstheatrecronulla.com.au/bookings Full details on the show & our COVID-19 safety measures are available on our website at: https://www.artstheatrecronulla.com.au/dontdressfordinner2 There is also another website that director Tom Richards has created with cast interviews, behind the scenes photos & lots more for DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER enthusiasts: https://dontdressfordinner.com.au/ Be sure to check it out! view on teamapp.com

23.01.2022 LIFE WITHOUT ME: POSTPONED The Arts Theatre regrets to announce that the production of Daniel Keenes LIFE WITHOUT ME, which was to run from 31st July to 5th September, has been postponed as a result of COVID-19 restrictions. The production will now be staged as part of our 2021 season. Full details of our 2021 season will be announced later in the year.

23.01.2022 Great news for this well-loved Sydney theatre company.

23.01.2022 Dear Arts Theatre Members & Friends, Below is a list of important dates to mark in your calendar for the month of March: 9th - Monthly COMMITTEE meeting @ 7:30pm.... 14th - Q2 NEWSLETTER submissions due by midnight tonight. Email submissions to: [email protected] 20th - Closing night for TRAVELLING NORTH at 8pm. For details/bookings: https://www.artstheatrecronulla.com.au/travellingnorth 25th - YOUNG ACTOR DRAMA CLASSES Term 1 ends. Term 2 enquiries/registration: https://www.artstheatrecronulla.com.au/classes 27th - ADULT DRAMA CLASSES Term 1 ends. Term 2 enquiries/registration: https://www.artstheatrecronulla.com.au/classes 28th - BAREBOARDS play submissions due by midnight tonight. Download submission sheet from: https://artstheatrecronulla.teamapp.com//896048-bareboards Email scripts & submissions sheets to: [email protected] 30th - ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING @ 7:30pm. For details: https://www.artstheatrecronulla.com.au/agm **Please check the Team App Events page: https://artstheatrecronulla.teamapp.com/events?_list=v1 &/or the Arts Theatre website: https://www.artstheatrecronulla.com.au for the latest updates.** Margareta Moir ATC Secretary [email protected]

22.01.2022 Great news! We will be thrilled to welcome 50% of our audience to our upcoming shows. Stay tuned!

22.01.2022 Great coverage from our fab local community newspaper on our reopening for the reprisal of Don't Dress for Dinner, and also flagging our plans for 2021. Thanks to all at The Leader! https://www.theleader.com.au//7/cronulla-theatre-reopens/ (PS, what a great photo of our Prez and the set of DDFD in the background!)

21.01.2022 Some up-to-date news about our theatre's activities in our latest Newsletter for 2020.

20.01.2022 This looks great! Full-length plays on YouTube from the UKs national theatre, one per week to watch while we Stay Home. From April 2, under the banner of National Theatre at Home, every Thursday (7pm) will see a new National Theatre play released free to watch for one week along with bonus content including cast and creative Q&As and post-stream talks. April 2 One Man, Two Guvnors by Richard Bean, starring James Corden. April 9 Jane Eyre, adapted by Sally Cookso...n. April 16 Treasure Island, adapted by Bryony Lavery. April 23 Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare, starring Tamsin Greig. See more

20.01.2022 This should be a good one! Easter Sunday! 11am via YouTube, or Red Line Productions fb page.

20.01.2022 We have started to receive scripts for our Bareboards 2020 program but we need more!

19.01.2022 Prospects of re-opening small and large theatres: not before 2021.

19.01.2022 Amazing. Inspirational. Just beautiful.

18.01.2022 More good things to watch online from the House this week. https://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/digital

18.01.2022 To bring a smile

18.01.2022 Message from Darlo Theatre Company The impact of COVID-19 has created an unprecedented and challenging operating environment for all live performing arts businesses. This also required us to temporarily stand down our performers and move to a skeleton staff. This has been the most difficult decision our company has faced in its 27 year history. However, the operative word is TEMPORARILY! WE WILL BE BACK!... We have postponed our 2020 season - not cancelled it. We are doing everything we can to ensure that Darlinghurst Theatre Company exists into the future; to make sure that wonderful shows, and the incredible artists that create them, will return to the precinct, and that our singularly sensational production of A Chorus Line will be the show that re-opens DTC and the Eternity Playhouse! The moment that we have an update on our rescheduled season we will reach out to all artists, patrons, suppliers and supporters affected by our temporary closure. During this dark time, we will dream big and plan our triumphant return. To our community of artists, suppliers, patrons and hirers we know this is a terribly difficult time for all of you. The entire Darlo team stands with you; and we stand shoulder to shoulder with our industry, ready to emerge stronger on the other side. Please email us at [email protected] if you have an enquiry. This email will only be monitored on Thursdays for the foreseeable future, but rest assured, someone will get back to youit just might take a little time. Stay healthy, keep being creative and take care of each other. Yours in solidarity, Darlinghurst Theatre Company

18.01.2022 Good news from the Stage Whispers team.

17.01.2022 BAREBOARDS 2020: UPDATE We had another fantastic response to our call for scripts for Bareboards 2020 Plays For All Seasons, receiving 11 scripts in total. However, due to the uncertainty related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Bareboards will be postponed until next year. ... Writers who submitted plays this year are encouraged to re-submit their plays next year for consideration. Thank you all for supporting our Bareboards program & we look forward to presenting it next year. Take care, Margareta Moir ATC Secretary [email protected] www.artstheatrecronulla.com.au

17.01.2022 After a pandemic-induced hiatus in 2020, BAREBOARDS is BACK & BIGGER than ever! This year we are seeking original works that are 15 to 30 minutes in length. Please submit your plays in Word format to: [email protected]. Please do not include your name or contact details on the script. Instead, complete the submission sheet that can be downloaded from Team App: ... https://artstheatrecronulla.teamapp.com//896048-bareboards No more than 3 play submissions per writer. Play submissions close on Sunday, 28th March 2021. If you are interested in DIRECTING or ACTING in a play, please also register your interest by emailing the Secretary. Audition details will be available after plays & directors are confirmed. Performances will be held on September 8th, 10th & 11th from 8pm to 10:30pm. Tech rehearsals will be held on September 6th & 7th from 7pm. Bareboards began as an initiative to provide members with additional acting opportunities, to view interesting work, get involved in smaller productions as techies, stage managers and to present their own works as writers and directors. Bareboards is open to all ATC members. Non-financial members are also welcome to submit their plays or register their interest to direct or act, however if chosen, you will be required to become a financial member of the Arts Theatre Cronulla. The membership fee is $25. Payable once your involvement is confirmed. We look forward to your involvement & thank you for supporting the Arts Theatre Cronulla! Margareta Moir ATC Secretary [email protected]

17.01.2022 Dear Members, Unfortunately, due to current COVID-19 restrictions, our upcoming Crash Test Drama event on Sunday, 16th August has been cancelled. Since there has only been one Crash Test Drama heat this year, a final is impossible, therefore the event will not be held again until next year.... The two winning plays from our March event will be held over until next years finals event. Stay safe everyone! Graham Yates Crash Test Drama Co-ordinator [email protected]

16.01.2022 Australian Theatre Live announces distribution of five Australian plays, free on ABC TV + iview. http://www.stagewhispers.com.au//five-australian-plays-fre

16.01.2022 A little heads up re theatres and cinemas possibly reopening, from ABCs Dr Norman Swan.

15.01.2022 And heres a more local bunch of productions to stream, starting tonight via Facebook with the hilarious Wharf Review

15.01.2022 The Arts Theatre regrets to announce that the production of David Williamsons Travelling North, which was to run from 8 May to 13 June, has been postponed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The production will now be staged as part of our 2021 season. Full details of our 2021 season will be announced later in the year.

15.01.2022 All theatres affected, community and professional. We shall, we shall overcome

14.01.2022 The fab Sport for Jove theatre company brings you a non-jokey piece on this April Fools Day - although you will have a smile or two

14.01.2022 A message to all the Arts Theatre Cronulla community regarding COVID-19. As you are aware, the Australian Government has imposed a ban on events over a capacity of 500 people. As the Arts Theatre Cronullas capacity is well below this, we will continue our season of Dont Dress for Dinner until its closing night on Saturday 21 March. To ensure the health and safety of our patrons, all high-touch surfaces will be disinfected before each performance. Also, we will not be servin...g biscuits at interval or an after-show supper next Friday and Saturday. NSW Health advises that if you are feeling unwell or have travelled overseas in the past 14 days, DO NOT attend the theatre. The Arts Theatre Cronulla will continue to respond to further government directives as the situation develops.

13.01.2022 The AGM, originally scheduled in March, was postponed due to COVID-19 health restrictions. The AGM will now be held at the Cronulla School of Arts Inc. on the first floor on Tuesday, 29th September 2020 at 7.30pm. The Theatre cannot survive without the goodwill of its members who give up hours of their free time to help provide the services that the theatre offers to the community. The Committee provides the central management of the Theatre, making the day-to-day activities ...of the theatre run smoothly as well as looking at the future direction of the theatre. The AGM is an opportunity for each member to come along and hear how the theatre is progressing and ask questions of the theatre management. It also provides a chance for members to become future involved by joining the committee. Membership fees should be paid prior to the AGM. Payment of membership can be paid on the night at the meeting prior to the commencement of the meeting. Membership fee is $25. At the AGM, all positions become vacant. VOTING ELIGIBILITY To be eligible to vote you must be a financial member of three months standing and you must have at least six months standing to stand for a committee position. The following positions will be open for election: a. President b. Vice-President c. Secretary d. Treasurer e. Publicity Officer f. Ticketing Manager g. Front of House Manager h. Stage Co-ordinator i. Technical Manager j. Props & Wardrobe Co-ordinator k. Two Ordinary Members Do you have: 1. Nominations for Life Membership Any person who has rendered meritorious service to the Division for a period of not less than ten (10) years may be created an Honorary Life Member, which shall entitle such a person to full membership privileges. All such appointments shall require not less than a two-thirds (2/3) majority of those present and voting at the Annual General Meeting or a Special General Meeting. Any nominations for such appointment shall he proposed and seconded and lodged with the Secretary at least twenty-one (21) days prior to the meeting, and a minimum of fourteen (14) days notice, in writing, shall be given to all financial members. 2. Notice of Motions to be discussed under General Business must be put in writing and forwarded to the Secretary at least 21 days prior to the AGM. Proposals, Additions, Alterations or Amendments to the Constitution. We look forward to seeing you at the AGM. Margareta ATC Secretary [email protected] www.artstheatrecronulla.com.au

13.01.2022 Message from the fabulous Sport for Jove company. http://www.sportforjove.com.au//03/message-from-damien-ryan

12.01.2022 Last Sunday, six wonderfully varied short plays by our stable of talented writers were performed by a mix of regular and new actors. It was a joy to be back on stage again at last! Our judge for the day was Tom Richards and his picks were: Best Actress: Charlene O’Sullivan ... Best Actor: Craig Bulmer Best Play: ‘Plan it for the Apes’ by Graham Yates The Audience votes were as follows: 1st: ‘Plan it for the Apes’ by Graham Yates (27 votes) 2nd: ‘Lady Killer from Notre Dame’ by Sue Lewington (20 votes) Equal 3rd: ‘Same Time Same Place’ by Maz Goldrick (15 votes) & ‘Talk to the Hand’ by Rod Marsden (15 votes) Congratulations to all our winners. ’Plan it for the Apes’ and ‘Lady Killer from Notre Dame’ go on to our Finals in November. Our next Crash Test Drama event will be held on Sunday, 23rd May so get writing! A request for your views from Crash Test Drama Co-ordinator, Graham Yates: Last Sunday at Crash Test we, rather unusually, had more actors than available roles. We had some feedback afterwards that it can be disappointing to turn up ready to act on the day and not get a role. The last thing we want is for Crash Test to be a discouragement for people, so we’ve been considering ways to cope with such a situation. One suggested option is to have a play on stand-by ready to be included to cope with extra actors. The problem with this is that having a larger number of plays makes it harder to get into the finals, but people may be happy to accept that variation so that actors have a greater chance of performing. Let Graham know if you have views one way or the other, so he can look at changing the structure if that’s what people want. Please email Graham Yates at [email protected] or phone him on 0423 141 949.

12.01.2022 Lots of things happening at Stage Whispers!

11.01.2022 More stay at home entertainment, this time from Aunty (aka your ABC).

08.01.2022 CANCELLED: Crash Test Drama - Sunday, 24th May Unfortunately, due to current COVID-19 restrictions, our upcoming Crash Test Drama event on Sunday, 24th May has been cancelled. In the meantime, a life of lonely isolation is just perfect for writers, its what were used to. So, make sure you have a bundle of 10 minute manuscripts ready for when we all return to Cronullas stage. Stay healthy everyone! Graham Yates Crash Test Drama Co-ordinator ... [email protected] See more

07.01.2022 Our STC still entertaining us, thank you.

07.01.2022 Another community theatres sad reflection on closure due to this awful pandemic. Many similarities to our own situation, beautifully articulated. http://www.stagewhispers.com.au//cancelling-biggest-show-e

07.01.2022 The 2021 AGM will be held at the Arts Theatre, 6 Surf Road, Cronulla on Tuesday, 30th March 2021 at 7.30pm. The Theatre cannot survive without the goodwill of its members who give up hours of their free time to help provide the services that the theatre offers to the community. The Committee provides the central management of the Theatre, making the day-to-day activities of the theatre run smoothly as well as looking at the future direction of the theatre. ... The AGM is an opportunity for each member to come along and hear how the theatre is progressing and ask questions of the theatre management. It also provides a chance for members to become future involved by joining the committee. Membership Fees should be paid prior to the AGM. Payment of membership can be made on the night prior to the commencement of the meeting. Membership fee is $25. Note that all 2020 memberships have been extended to the end of 2021. At the AGM, all positions become vacant. VOTING ELIGIBILITY To be eligible to vote you must be a financial member of three months standing and you must have at least six months standing to stand for a committee position. The following positions will be open for election: (a) President (b) Vice-President (c) Secretary (d) Treasurer (e) Publicity Officer (f) Ticketing Manager (g) Front of House Manager (h) Stage Co-ordinator (i) Technical Manager (j) Props & Wardrobe Co-ordinator (k) Two Ordinary Members Do you have: 1. Nominations for Life Membership Any person who has rendered meritorious service to the Division for a period of not less than ten (10) years may be created an Honorary Life Member, which shall entitle such a person to full membership privileges. All such appointments shall require not less than a two-thirds (2/3) majority of those present and voting at the Annual General Meeting or a Special General Meeting. Any nominations for such appointment shall be proposed, seconded and lodged with the Secretary at least twenty-one (21) days prior to the meeting, and a minimum of fourteen (14) days notice, in writing, shall be given to all financial members. 2. Notice of Motions to be discussed under General Business must be put in writing and forwarded to the Secretary at least twenty-one (21) days prior to the AGM. 3. Proposals, Additions, Alterations or Amendments to the Constitution must be put in writing and forwarded to the Secretary at least twenty-one (21) days prior to the meeting, and a minimum of fourteen (14) days notice, in writing, shall be given to all financial members. We look forward to seeing you at the AGM. Margareta Moir ATC Secretary [email protected]

04.01.2022 Stage Whispers is providing the latest issue of its magazine online for free. Some good reads here, thanks SW! Oh and on p.61, check out a great production shot from Dont Dress for Dinner, our last play before shutdown (credit Port Hacking Camera Club). http://www.stagewhispers.com.au/MarchApril2020

03.01.2022 A poignant reflection on the beginning of the darkening of another Sydney community theatre stage. We certainly are not alone.

03.01.2022 The Arts Theatre regrets to announce that the final production for 2020, The Book of Everything, which was to run from 23 October to 28 November, has been postponed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Although restrictions have been relaxed, the social distancing measures still in place make it impracticable to hold auditions and begin rehearsals for this production. The production will now be staged as part of our 2021 season.... Full details of our 2021 season will be announced later in the year. See more

03.01.2022 Don't Dress For Dinner: Update by Margareta Moir Rehearsals commenced last night for our 10 additional November shows for DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER. Once the actors took their places on stage, it was like no time had passed. The lines just rolled off their tongues.... As expected, tickets have been selling well, however due to current COVID-19 restrictions, seating is limited so you will need to book now to secure the best seats. To book your tickets, please visit: https://www.trybooking.com/BMBCO This is your 2nd & final chance to see this very popular show. Much laughter is guaranteed for all who book a ticket. Don’t miss out! Full details on the show are available on our website at: https://www.artstheatrecronulla.com.au/dontdressfordinner2 There is also another website that director Tom Richards has created with cast interviews, behind the scenes photos & lots more for DON’T DRESS FOR DINNER enthusiasts: https://dontdressfordinner.com.au/ Be sure to check it out! IMPORTANT: Arts Theatre Cronulla is a COVID-19 safe theatre. Your health, safety & comfort are our highest priority. We have a strict COVID-19 safety plan in place to ensure all our patrons, volunteers, cast & crew remain safe while attending our theatre. We will have volunteers present to ensure entry into the theatre is as safe & seamless as possible. We will have a check-in station at the front door, therefore we recommend you arrive at the theatre at 7:30pm for an 8pm performance & 1:30pm for a 2pm performance. Tickets will be checked, temperatures will be taken & hand sanitiser will be supplied prior to entry. Face masks will be mandatory upon entry & during the performance. You will be required to check-in using a digital QR code on your smartphone. No refreshments or supper provided. Intervals will be reduced to 15 minutes. Thank you for your ongoing support & we look forward to entertaining you very soon.

03.01.2022 An important announcement for all Arts Theatre Cronulla patrons and members. The Federal Government has just announced new restrictions on indoor gatherings to slow down the spread of COVID-19 among the community. Indoor gatherings are now restricted to 100 people or fewer. This means that the final three performances of Dont Dress for Dinner will be cancelled. The Arts Theatre will contact ticket holders for these performances to organise refunds.... Thank you for your support of the Arts Theatre and we encourage you all to follow government advice and restrict your social activity. Hopefully the growing emergency will not last too long.

01.01.2022 Things are beginning to look up! Watch this video of Kip Williams explaining how the Sydney Theatre Company is taking baby steps to reopening. Hope springs eternal. https://www.sydneytheatre.com.au/whats-/coronavirus-update

01.01.2022 This Sunday, 21st March at 10am BUMP OUT commences on the set of ‘Travelling North' in preparation for our next play, ‘The Game’s Afoot’. It should only take around 1-2 hours (with many hands). All members are welcome to help out. ... Any questions, please contact Tom Richards on 0400 806 588. Margareta Moir ATC Secretary [email protected] www.artstheatrecronulla.com.au

01.01.2022 The Arts Theatre regrets to announce that the production of Life Without Me by Daniel Keene, which was to run from 31 July to 5 September, has been postponed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The production will now be staged as part of our 2021 season. Full details of our 2021 season will be announced later in the year.