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Noosa Arts Theatre

Locality: Noosaville, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 5449 9343

Address: 163 Weyba Rd 4566 Noosaville, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.noosaartstheatre.org.au

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24.01.2022 Have you missed us? We have missed you! Opening 11th September - One Act Play Festival. A New Approach to the One Act Plays - stripped back minimal set - lets take a journey into the three finalists in the 2020 One Act Play Competition in a very different rehearsed play reading. Flight of Fancy is a romantic comedy by Robert Selzer and is directed by Sue Sewell. Will-Power by Roger Gimblett is a comedy and is directed by John McMahon. Look What the Cat Dragged In by Harry K...olotas is a comedic drama and is directed by Jo Hendrie. Dates: Sept 11th and 18th (7.30pm), 12th, 13th, 19th & 20th (2pm). Tickets: All tickets will be the same price $20 each. There will be allocated seating plans for each performance. Groups of people booking together will be able to sit together but all other mandatory social distancing requirements will be observed. Bookings: 5449 9343 between 10am and 2pm Tuesday to Friday or by emailing [email protected]. Doors will open 30 minutes before the performance to minimise queues.

24.01.2022 A New Approach to the One Act Plays - stripped back minimal set - lets take a journey into the three finalists in the 2020 One Act Play Competition in a very different rehearsed play reading. Flight of Fancy is a romantic comedy by Robert Selzer and is directed by Sue Sewell. As two people sit next to each other on an interstate flight their alter egos sit alongside, saying the sorts of things never uttered in polite conversation. Awarded third prize by the judging panel.... Will-Power by Roger Gimblett is a comedy and is directed by John McMahon. A young man is unexpectedly enticed interstate. The family he meets is diametrically opposed to all his beliefs and seem bent on destroying each other. Awarded second prize by the judging panel. Look What the Cat Dragged In by Harry Kolotas is a comedic drama and is directed by Jo Hendrie. It tells the story of Helen who has decided to leave Neil after 20 years of marriage. Neil is oblivious and believes a few strategically applied platitudes will fix everything. Awarded first prize by the judging panel. Dates: Sept 11th and 18th (7.30pm), 12th, 13th, 19th & 20th (2pm). Tickets: All tickets will be the same price $20 each. There will be allocated seating plans for each performance. Groups of people booking together will be able to sit together but all other mandatory social distancing requirements will be observed. Bookings: Tickets will go on sale on 18th August but will only be available by ringing the theatre on 5449 9343 between 10am and 2pm Tuesday to Friday or by emailing [email protected]. Doors will open 30 minutes before the performance to minimise queues.

23.01.2022 CHOOKAS to the cast and crew of the One Act Play Festival. Opening the theatre for the first time in 6 months!!! HoorayCHOOKAS to the cast and crew of the One Act Play Festival. Opening the theatre for the first time in 6 months!!! Hooray

22.01.2022 We have much to celebrate with the lifting of the CoVid Restrictions. Jane and Susan like to strip off .........the 4m line and replace with a 2m line (from actors to audience).

22.01.2022 OUR COVID PLAN IS IN PLACE! There will be allocated seating plans for each performance. Groups of people booking together will be able to sit together but all other mandatory social distancing requirements will be observed. Doors will open 30 minutes before the performance to minimise queues. Opening 11th September - One Act Play Festival. A New Approach to the One Act Plays - stripped back minimal set - lets take a journey into the three finalists in the 2020 One Act Play Co...mpetition in a very different rehearsed play reading. Flight of Fancy is a romantic comedy by Robert Selzer and is directed by Sue Sewell. Will-Power by Roger Gimblett is a comedy and is directed by John McMahon. Look What the Cat Dragged In by Harry Kolotas is a comedic drama and is directed by Jo Hendrie. Dates: Sept 11th and 18th (7.30pm), 12th, 13th, 19th & 20th (2pm). Tickets: All tickets will be the same price $20 each. Bookings: 5449 9343 between 10am and 2pm Tuesday to Friday or by emailing [email protected]. See more

22.01.2022 Opening Next Week - A New Approach to the One Act Play Competition in a very different rehearsed play reading. Flight of Fancy is a romantic comedy by Robert Selzer and is directed by Sue Sewell. Starring Jenni McCaul, Jane Rivers, Glen Miller, Jim Crawford and Robert Boesch. As two people sit next to each other on an interstate flight their alter egos sit alongside, saying the sorts of things never uttered in polite conversation. Awarded third prize by the judging panel.

22.01.2022 Love Noosa Today!!!

21.01.2022 SONGWRITING FOR BEGINNERS Have you always wanted to write a song but didn’t know where to start? Like any creative activity, anyone can do it but it helps to have some tools and techniques. This course is aimed at people of any age. It will cover the basics of music concepts and song construction.... When The course will run for 6 weeks starting on Saturday 18 July 2020 Time 10 to 11:30am Where The course will be held at Noosa Arts Theatre Cost $20 per class or $100 for the whole 6 week course. What you need Bring pen and paper and water (or other drinks) to the classes. Also, as part of the course, students will be expected to complete a number of homework exercises which will help them gain the required skills. To do the exercises it would be helpful if they had access (at home) to an instrument that they can play chords on eg a guitar or a keyboard. Course Outline The 6 lessons will cover: basic music concepts scales, keys, notation etc chord structures major, minor, 7ths etc elements of rhythm time signatures, tempo, syncopation etc writing lyrics rhyming, metre etc the structure of a song verse, chorus, hooks etc how to bring it all together COVID The theatre will provide hand sanitiser and also arrange for social distancing at all times. Bookings There are limited places so book and pay asap to secure your place. Bookings can be made through Diana Thomson Email: [email protected] Phone: 0410 631 003

21.01.2022 Opening this week One Act Play Festival - stripped back with award winning directors and cast! John McMahon directs Will Power by Roger Gimblett a comedy starring Sam Henderson, Andrew Moon, Charlie Harrison, Allison Johnstone, Nimesha Aithal!

21.01.2022 Tonight’s the night Thespians!

20.01.2022 Opening Next Week - One Act Play Festival - A New Approach to the One Act Plays - stripped back minimal set - lets take a journey into the three finalists in the 2020 One Act Play Competition - Look What the Cat Dragged In by Harry Kolotas is a comedic drama and is directed by Jo Hendrie. Starring Tracey Simpson, Frank Wilkie, Yvie Somerville, Meidyschka Hall, Caitlin Dunbar and Jacob Shannon. It tells the story of Helen who has decided to leave Neil after 20 years of marriage. Neil is oblivious and believes a few strategically applied platitudes will fix everything. Awarded first prize by the judging panel.

19.01.2022 Opening Friday - The One Act Play Festival - the finalists have been selected, the directors have directed, the actors have rehearsed and NOW it's your turn to watch and choose the Nancy Cato Audience Choice Award. Flight of Fancy is a romantic comedy by Robert Selzer and is directed by Sue Sewell. Will-Power by Roger Gimblett is a comedy and is directed by John McMahon. Look What the Cat Dragged In by Harry Kolotas is a comedic drama and is directed by Jo Hendrie.... Dates: Sept 11th and 18th (7.30pm), 12th, 13th, 19th & 20th (2pm). Tickets: All tickets $20 each.Allocated seating plans for each performance. Groups of people booking together will be able to sit together but all other mandatory social distancing requirements will be observed. Bookings: 5449 9343 between 10am and 2pm Tuesday to Friday or by emailing [email protected]. Doors will open 30 minutes before the performance to minimise queues.

15.01.2022 Exciting Noosa Arts Theatre News, from upcoming audition opportunities to our One Act Play Festival which opens tomorrow night! Read all about it!

14.01.2022 Noosa Arts Theatre would like to thank our Incredible Sponsors! Sponsors - Eleanor Nimmo $5,000.00 1st prize Noosa Arts Theatre $2,000.00 2nd Prize... Pam McMahon $1,000.00 3rd prize Nancy Cato Audience Choice Award sponsored by her daughter Bronnie Norman. Best Director - sponsored by Eileen Walder (in memory of her brother Neil McCarthy) Best Actress - sponsored by Margaret Courtney (in memory of Marea Brown) Best Actor - sponsored by Vernon Birch (in memory of her mother Val Warren) Our corporate sponsors - Bendigo Bank Stellar Conveyancing RACV Noosa Resort And we would especially thank Maverick Musicals and Plays for offering the opportunity for the winning playwright to take on a Publication contract with their company. Have you bought your tickets yet for this amazing season of One Acts? If not, head to our website or call our box office Tuesday to Friday.

14.01.2022 REMINDER AUDITION NOTICE Noosa Arts will be staging some wonderful short plays, all sure to delight - and we are calling YOU to audition! * "CHOOK CHOOK" directed by John McMahon. - A comedy requiring 5 women of any age. * "BETWEEN MOUTHFULS" directed by Sue Sewell... - A comedy requiring 3 males, 2 females AUDITIONS WILL TAKE PLACE TOMORROW 15th SEPTEMBER, 7pm. Ring Susan Dearnley for script information - 0413147300 See more

12.01.2022 The crew of Food for Thought are having a ball backstage.....

12.01.2022 URGENT NOTICE - MEDIA RELEASE - Submission Date Extension - 31st October 2020 Calling All Writers Entries are now being accepted for The Noosa Arts Theatre National One-Act Playwriting Competition, which attracts entries from playwrights across Australia, New Zealand, the UK, USA, and other countries. 2021 will mark its 44th year of providing a unique opportunity for the three finalist playwrights to see their new work performed on stage at the Noosa Arts Theatre One-Act Pla...y Festival. Scripts are judged anonymously by a local panel to prepare a shortlist; the shortlisted scripts are sent to a professional panel of 3 industry experts, who will also judge the scripts anonymously, give written assessments which are sent to the playwrights, and decide the 3 finalists. During the Festival, the audience is asked at each performance to vote for the ‘Nancy Cato Audience Choice Award'. Presentations of Awards take place after the final performance. This exciting playwriting competition offers a total prize pool of $8,000 cash. The winner of The Eleanor Nimmo Prize for Best Play will take home $5,000, 2nd place $2,000, and 3rd place $1,000. The winner of the Nancy Cato Audience Choice Award wins a cash prize donated by the family of the late Nancy Cato. Noosa’s rain forested headlands, bleached sand bays and winding river are the setting for the legendary Noosa Arts Theatre whose patron is David Williamson the most produced Playwright in the history of Australian Theatre. The theatre usually stages five productions each year with a mix of drama, comedy and musicals as well as the Noosa Arts One Act Play Festival. APPLY Entry Forms are available online at: www.noosaartstheatre.org.au Entries close on 31st October 2020 The competition is open to residents of all countries, not just Australia. Download the rules and entry form online from website: www.noosaartstheatre.org.au and like them on Facebook For more information Contact Jane Rivers [email protected] or phone 07 5449 9343. See more

12.01.2022 We're Back Doors open again this Friday, September 11 Three one-act comedy play readings... WARNING*** Adult Content Bookings on 5449 9343

11.01.2022 AUDITION NOTICE In November, Noosa Arts will be staging some wonderful short plays, all sure to delight - and we are calling YOU to audition! * "CHOOK CHOOK" directed by John McMahon.... - A comedy requiring 5 women of any age. * "BETWEEN MOUTHFULS" directed by Sue Clapham - A comedy requiring 3 males, 2 females AUDITIONS WILL TAKE PLACE 15th SEPTEMBER, 7pm. Ring Susan Dearnley for script information - 0413147300

10.01.2022 We open this Friday night, and run for 6 fabulous shows. Come along and delight in masterful storytelling as some of the Sunny Coasts most exciting actors bring us a season of rehearsed readings of the winners of the 2020 National Playwriting Competition.

09.01.2022 Another AGM has come and gone! Thank you to everyone who came and supported the theatre. And a massive congratulations to Judy Hawksford, who has now gained Life Membership with the theatre. For seven years, Judy has contributed an outstanding amount to our theatre and we were beyond happy to present this award to her.

09.01.2022 Noosa Arts is coming back to life from Covid. Our volunteers are back in the groove with maintenance and spring cleaning, getting ready to open our doors again with our Covid Safe Plan. Stay tuned as we hope to bring you some tasty entertainment morsels before Mama Mia hits our stage.

09.01.2022 2020 celebrates our theatre's 50th year; and also marks 50 years of playwriting for our Patron, David Williamson, AO. Here, seated in Noosa Arts Theatre, he speaks to ABC's 7:30 Report. https://www.abc.net.au//david-williamson-talks-a/12874090

09.01.2022 AUDITION NOTICE Noosa Arts Theatre 7th October at 7pm A TURKEY'S TAIL A MALEVOLENT MELODRAMA WITH A CHRISTMASSY FESTIVE THEME Directed by Sue Sewell... Production Dates; Dec 3,4,10,11,17,18, at 7.30pm 5,6,12,13,19. at 2pm CAST (AGE FLEXIBLE) Mme Ffortescue Ffrench - middle-aged, loud, Singing. Sidney Fleur de la Plume - 30/40/50, Singing. Araminthe Fleur de la Plume - Sidney's mother. Non singing. Matilda - 20's, the kitchen maid, sweet and humble. Singing. Frederick Needle, a spiv. 40-ish. Non-singing Billy or Polly, the Post Person, either sex, any age. Preferably a young male. Non singing Tom Bowler/Dolores de Lange, female, similar or younger age than Sidney. Singing Nurse Gladys Tidings, a little older than Sidney. Singing. Pol Sgt. Watt - Matilda's father, 40/50. Singing. Singers are required to bring their own backing tracks on iPhones, etc. or sing unaccompanied. This is a melodrama, so over the top singing and acting is expected, with some contact with the audience. The voices must be strong as the actors will be performing on the back part of the stage, behind the green line, Covid rules. Jane Rivers Production Secretary - for further info text - 0429 497756

08.01.2022 CELEBRATING 50YEARS Synda Turnball writes: Synda Turnbull My association with Noosa Arts began in 1995 and has been a huge part of my life for the past 25 years. As well as being a regular performer, I served as a Committee Member and Publicity Officer for Noosa Arts Theatre for many years, taking over as contributing columnist for the Noosa News and the Sunshine Coast Daily when Eileen Walder retired. I remained a contributor for almost 10 years....Continue reading

07.01.2022 JOIN THE PRODUCTION SUB COMMITTEE To any Noosa Arts Theatre members who would like to offer input regarding the productions at Noosa Arts Theatre this invitation is for you. Noosa Arts Theatre, via the Production Sub-committee, receives submissions from directors who wish to stage productions including comedies, dramas, pantomimes and musicals. We are looking for members to join the sub-committee. Your role would be to read, listen and pose questions to prospective director...s regarding their submissions and then assist in putting together the proposal plan to the full Noosa Arts Committee. Please note you must be a Noosa Arts Theatre Inc. member or be prepared to join. 2020 was special as it marked 50 years of entertainment for both Noosa Arts Theatre and our patron David Williamson. With circumstances that closed the theatre down in March, our special year was not what we had in mind. Now with a Covid Safe Industry Plan in place, we are gently coming out of the dark into the light with small productions. If you are interested in being a part of the production sub-committee for the 2021 season, email [email protected] before the 16th October 2020. For any further information, please don’t hesitate to contact Russell Krause via the above email or phone 0408 152 93 See more

07.01.2022 Hey! This bloke looks suspiciously like Captain Von Trapp from Noosa Arts Theatre’s 2019 production of ‘The Sound Of Music’! Looking good Russ!

07.01.2022 AUDITION NOTICE Actors are required for a season of rehearsed play-readings of the 3 Finalists in Noosa Arts Theatre's 2020 One Act Playwriting Competition. Auditions are on 11th August at 6pm at Noosa Arts Theatre.... ‘Flight of Fancy’ romantic comedy by Robert Selzer directed by Sue Sewell Two people are seated next to each other on an interstate flight their minds or alter egos sit alongside, saying the sorts of things never uttered in polite conversation. The couple are initially attracted to each other until one of them discovers that the other took her sister to the cleaners in a divorce case and the other counters with an opinion that all romantic relationships are flawed and all lawyers do is clean up the mess. Their alter egos watch from the sidelines voicing their true thoughts and desires. Cast: 2 Females 30’s, 2 males 30’s, 1- 40’s can be male or female. ‘Will-Power’ a comedy by Roger Gimblett -directed by John McMahon A young man is unexpectantly summoned interstate to hear ’something to his advantage’. The family he meets is diametrically opposed to all his beliefs and seem bent on destroying each other, but after a surprising link is revealed, the visit becomes worthwhile and the fleeting meeting may just be a catalyst for change Cast: 2 Males mid 20’s, 1 female mid 20’s, 1 male 60’s, 1 female any adult age. ‘Look What the Cat Dragged In’ comedy-drama by Harry Kolotas - directed by Jo Hendrie Helen has decided to leave Neil after twenty years of marriage Neil is oblivious to any relationship problems and believes that a few strategically applied platitudes and a dollop of praise will fix everything. As they kick over the remains of their marriage various family members drop in, uninvited to add their mostly unhelpful contributions to the situation. It becomes clear that everyone wants a piece of Helen she is the nurturing Sun around which they all orbit and tonight she is going to go supernova! Cast: 2 Females, mid 40’s, 1 male, mid 40’s, 1 male, 19, 1 female 17, 1 female, mid 60’s Performance dates for: Sept 11th and 18th (7.30pm), 12th, 13th, 19th & 20th (2pm) Scripts will be available for perusal at our office, during office hours of between 10am and 12noon Tuesday - Friday

07.01.2022 The curtain has closed on the 2020 One Act Play Festival. It was a very successful run considering the restrictions imposed by CoVid19. Huge congratulations to John McMahon and his cast and crew for winning the Nancy Cato audience choice award with Roger Gimblett’s play ‘Will Power‘.

03.01.2022 Thank you to the directors who have already proposed some great productions for the upcoming 2021 season. Just a reminder to everyone, that our deadline for the first block of productions that the production subcommittee is looking at is 30th November 2020. Please email [email protected] for any additional information should you wish to stage productions including comedies, dramas, pantomimes and cabarets at Noosa Arts Theatre in 2021.

02.01.2022 Chookas to the Cast and Crew of Food For Thought - Opening Tonight. Only a few tickets left.