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Blackheath Theatre Company

Locality: Blackheath, New South Wales

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25.01.2022 || on the eve of OPENING NIGHT || Final dress rehearsal tonight and then an audience awaits. Ron has been the perfect father, or at least he thinks he has. Now as the minutes tick away before he dies he calls his family around for one last gathering. But things do not go to plan. ... Opening Night has SOLD OUT Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/book/sessions?eid=453948

25.01.2022 || BTC presents || Its My Party (and Ill die if I want to) by Elizabeth Coleman and directed by David Hobbs. A hilarious black comedy. Rons been told he has three months to live. Now his time is nearly up and its the last chance to have his say.... Come and watch the Patterson family negotiate their family history and dynamics. Performed by a hugely talented cast in BTCs new pop-up auditorium where the audience has an intimate view of the action. 5 performances only from Thursday 15th August - Sunday 18th August Tickets available now: https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=453948& or at Richardson & Wrench, Govetts Leap Rd, Blackheath.

25.01.2022 || Get your tickets || This is an excellent and exciting production introducing the brilliant writing from our very own locals: David Levell... Lucy Twomey Lisa Unger Dale Turner John Morgan Dont miss out, its only a couple of weeks away https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=453952& or in person at Richardson & Wrench, Blackheath.

22.01.2022 || NEW VOICES Opening Night|| Landmark premiere night for the five local playwrights whose one act plays were performed in the New Voices season at the Blackheath Community Centre on Thursday 3 October. Adding an extra dimension to their smiles was an inspirational personal message to them from award winning Australian playwright Elizabeth Coleman whose two plays, Secret Bridesmaids Business and Its My Party and Ill Die if I Want To were box office successes for the Bla...ckheath Theatre Company in May and August this year. Tickets https://www.trybooking.com/book/sessions?eid=453952

22.01.2022 || Meet the Pattersons || Join us for an incredibly dark and funny play about a family negotiating their last moments with Ron, a loving father and husband, as he prepares to die. Dont miss out, tickets are selling fast... ... Get yours here: https://www.trybooking.com/book/sessions?eid=453948 or at Richardson & Wrench, Blackheath.

21.01.2022 || INTERVIEW WITH THE DIRECTOR || David Hobbs director of Its My Party (And Ill Die If I Want To) answers some questions about the script and what audiences can expect from this wonderful play. TICKETS: https://www.trybooking.com/book/sessions?eid=453948 or Richardson & Wrench, Blackheath.

21.01.2022 || TICKETS ARE SELLING FAST || to this very funny darkly poignant comedy about Ron, a man preparing to spend his last night on earth making up for lost time with his children Be sure to book now.... Click the link below or visit Richardson & Wrench at Blackheath https://www.trybooking.com/book/sessions?eid=453948

20.01.2022 || WORKSHOP || Audition with Attitude with Ralph Andrews Sat 1st February... 2 - 4pm 19 Staveley Pde Blackheath If you want to crunch that acting skill and overcome those audition blues, then come along and learn how to strengthen your audition piece and intrigue the casting director/s. Contact Chris Watts for more info: [email protected] or 0412 917 753

19.01.2022 || 2020 Season || Our first production for 2020 is *drum roll* More Than a Little Black Dress by Jo Denver... The play explores the complex nature of Coco Chanel. It deals with younger Chanels early rise to prominence in the fashion world and balances the storyline with an examination of older Chanels interrogation after World War 2 by the Free French Collaboration Tribunal about her association with well-known Nazi figures. Performance dates and times OPENING NIGHT Thursday 7th May 7.30pm Friday 8th May 7.30pm Saturday 9th May 2.00pm & 7.30pm Sunday 10th May 2.00pm

19.01.2022 || Sneak Peak || The director giving notes to the actors during rehearsal. ITS MY PARTY (And Ill Die If I Want To)... AUGUST 15th - 18th TICKETS: https://www.trybooking.com/book/sessions?eid=453948 or Richardson & Wrench, Blackheath See more

16.01.2022 It is the night before Megs wedding. She and her bridesmaids are planning a fun night in before the big day. But not everything goes to plan as a last minute scandal threatens to ruin the whole affair. Never far from reality, Elizabeth Colemans characters are funny, vulnerable and relatable. Marriage may be a wonderful thing, but after a night like this, well, could it really be worth it?

15.01.2022 || From Elizabeth Coleman || After the success for the BTC with two of Elizabeth Colemans plays this year, Secret Bridesmaids Business and Its My Party (and Ill Die If I Want To), she wrote this encouraging letter to the playwrights who featured their short plays for the first time in our New Voices season premiere.

15.01.2022 || Join us after the performance || And for a small donation of $10, which goes toward Rons life insurance policy for his family, you can eat, drink and chat with the actors. Book your tickets NOW to see this outstanding and hilarious play: https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=453948&

14.01.2022 || ON the eve of OPENING NIGHT || The plays, the writers, the directors and the actors. A talented bunch all round and a great night in Blackheath.... Opening night is SOLD OUT but we still have tickets available for the other shows. Dont miss out. TICKETS https://www.trybooking.com/book/sessions?eid=453952 or in person at Richardson & Wrench, Blackheath.

13.01.2022 Secret Bridemaids Business by Elizabeth Coleman and directed by Dot Ward. Performed in a pop-up auditorium at the Blackheath Community Centre Phillips Hall from May 16th - May 19th

13.01.2022 || OPENING NIGHT || CHOOKAS to the cast of Its My Party (and Ill Die If I Want To) Ralph Andrews Stephen Spidey Penn Josephine Pennicott Jenni Neumann Joshua Wolterding & Bee Tonight is SOLD OUT but there are still some tickets available to the other performances.... Doors OPEN at 7PM for a 7.30pm start. Dont forget to join us at the After Party to mingle with the cast & crew, eat Rons favourite food and drink some champagne. BOOK HERE: https://www.trybooking.com/book/sessions?eid=453948

13.01.2022 || FROM THE AUTHOR || As seen in the latest Blue Mountains Gazette. "I created the father, Ron as a product of his generation. In his last few hours he wanted to bare his soul, so he summoned the family around him for a farewell party ... plus the undertaker. "... There are still tickets available to see this beautifully written dark comedy. TICKETS: https://www.trybooking.com/book/sessions?eid=453948 or at Richardson & Wrench, Blackheath.

12.01.2022 || BTC presents || NEW VOICES Five local writers showcase their original work. ... Joined by five local directors and a cast of talented actors this October production from BTC promises to entertain, engage and challenge its audience. Get your tickets here: https://www.trybooking.com/book/sessions?eid=453952 and soon in person at Richardson & Wrench, Blackheath.

12.01.2022 || From Elizabeth Coleman || After the success for the BTC with two of Elizabeth Coleman's plays this year, Secret Bridesmaids Business and It's My Party (and I'll Die If I Want To), she wrote this encouraging letter to the playwrights who featured their short plays for the first time in our New Voices season premiere.

12.01.2022 || SNEAK PEAK || The actors rehearsing. There is so much in this play to love, the starkly familiar characters, the family dynamics and the side-splitting one-liners. But what you will love most is how seamlessly the actors seduce you into their world and allow you to experience life through their eyes.... Dont miss out on a fabulous night youll be talking about for weeks to come. Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/book/sessions?eid=453948 or at Richardson & Wrench, Blackheath

10.01.2022 || MEET THE CAST || Its My Party (And Ill Die If I Want To) Directed by David Hobbs... Dont miss seeing this wonderful play ..... a dark comedy about family, disappointment, secrets and acceptance. https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=453948&

10.01.2022 || Attention PLAYWRIGHTS || We are looking for local writers of one act plays to present to our audience for our August 2020 season. All genres are welcome but scripts must not exceed 30 minutes.... A selected shortlist of plays will be workshopped in February with input from the author and read-through cast, then presented to members of the company in the first week of March. The final selection will advised end of March then readied for public production in August. Submit: online to [email protected] or posted to/in person at Blackheath Area Neighbourhood Centre (BANC), Gardiner Crescent, Blackheath 2785 Submissions close on 13th of January, 2020 For any enquiries contact Liz on 0477827752.

08.01.2022 || Writers and Directors || Show us your creative side and then see your efforts on stage in 2020. Apply NOW

07.01.2022 || AUDITIONS || NEW VOICES WITH THINGS TO SAY October Season 3rd -6th Oct 2019 A premiere performance season of shorter plays by new Australian writers.... Male, 50 - 70yrs old Director: Elouise 0474 198 582 Male or Female, 30 - 60yrs old, small role Director: Fiona 0417 690 446 Contact the relevant Director to book your audition.

06.01.2022 Meet the crew behind Secret Bridesmaids Business; instrumental to any brilliant production. <3

06.01.2022 || NEW WORKSHOP ANNOUNCEMENT|| Acting with Michael Griffiths Michael Griffiths is Director of Performing Arts at a large secondary school in Sydney. Michaels areas of expertise are many and varied: teacher, director, designer, actor, choreographer, vocalist, senior examiner for HSC drama.... Saturday 6th July 10.30am - 3.30pm See poster for more details To BOOK contact: Christine Watts [email protected] or 0412 917 753

06.01.2022 The cast honouring the Dir: Dot Ward with only one day to go. The auditorium and set look amazing.

05.01.2022 Only two weeks to go before Opening Night, get your tickets here: https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=453440&

04.01.2022 || Call out for Directors & Playwrights || Directors We are seeking experienced and local directors for our 2020 season. ... The current selection of plays require enthusiastic, creative and skilful direction. If you possess these qualities and are looking to be part of our theatre community, get in touch. Enquiries: Paulina Kelly call 0415 155 333 or email [email protected] Playwrights We are offering local authors of one act plays the chance to see their work take life in workshops and performances. Submissions of scripts are sought for the companys August season of short plays in 2020 Enquiries: ring Liz on 0477 827 752. Plays may be submitted online to [email protected] or posted to/dropped off at Blackheath Area Neighbourhood Centre, Gardiner Crescent, Blackheath 2785 Submissions close on 13th of January, 2020.

04.01.2022 Something to look forward to reading tomorrow morning with a cup of coffee. || Get your tickets now, because after this article they will go quick! ||

04.01.2022 || Opening Night this Thursday || Introducing the third season of plays for the Blackheath Theatre Company is NEW VOICES - 5 plays written by our very own. These plays have been workshopped all year, have some amazing talent attached and beat several other plays to get to our stage. ... Join us for a special evening as we celebrate our communities talent from the written word to live action. Read more about their journey in the latest Gazette. TICKETS https://www.trybooking.com/book/sessions?eid=453952 or Richardson & Wrench, Blackheath.