Newsletter July 2013 - Centrestage Theatre

July 2013SHOW ANNOUNCEMENTS 201415 - 29 March - West Side Story14 - 28 June - Godspell20 - 27 September - A Midsummer Night’s Dream01 - 15 November - A Christmas PantomimeCYT (Centrestage Youth Theatre) Production to beconfirmedKia Ora EveryoneWelcome to the July newsletter. June has been another busy month atthe theatre, a very cold month too. Thanks to those of you who bravedthe weather to be part of our audiences for Tarantara! Tarantara! and abig thanks to all the production team, cast and crew.This newsletter is one where you need to get your diaries out and setsome dates as there is a lot of information coming out this month.....We are proud to announce our 2014 shows – West Side Story,Godspell, A Midsummer Night’s Dream and finishing up with aChristmas pantomime at the end of the year. We are all very excitedabout this programme and look forward to continue to bringing greattheatre to Orewa and the Hibiscus Coast.I would like to apologise about our membership lists particularly if youhave been experiencing trouble with either getting your emails,newsletters or membership reminders. We are using a new system andlike with all change there can be teething problems. If you, or if youknow of any member who is having trouble, please do not hesitate tocall the theatre and we can update you on your membership status orarrange for you to receive a newsletter. Our newsletters can also befound on our website and any previous copies can be accessed there.See you at Centrestage, Anna, Your PresidentEver wondered where the Theatre Term “Chookas”came from?According to one tradition, it started in Australia in the early1900s when chicken was regarded as a treat. As mostshows paid fees depending on the box-office takings, a fullhouse meant that the performers would be able to afford achicken meal (instead of bread). The cry “chook it is” wasshortened to ’chookas” and is now used by performers priorto a show regardless of the number of patrons and is a wishfor a successful turnout.:60 Centreway Road, Orewa . Phone 09 426 7282 . Website: www.centrestagetheatre.co.nz .Email: enquiry@centrestagetheatre.co.nz .Box Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 10am - 2pm & Saturday 10am 12pm

COMING SOON -AN INSPECTOR CALLS5 - 14 SeptemberDirected by Adey RamselAn Inspector interrogates a wealthy family about theirinvolvement in the death of a working class woman.Will the Inspector’s omnipotent presence change theway the Birlings and society view the working class?MEET THE TEAM -JILL RAE, BAR MANAGERWhere would we be without Aunty Jill? She has been part ofthe United Players / Centrestage Family since 1980, beingpart of the team that made the transition between the“Old Hall” and our current theatre.In that time Jill has been a sought-after Production Manager,the Theatre Manager and is now the most popular person atCentrestage - the Bar Manager.In 2012 Jill was awarded a Merit Award by MTNZ (MusicalTheatre New Zealand), for her services to Theatre.One of Jill’s favourite theatre memories was whenSouth Pacific was held in the “Old Hall” - where budgets weretight, and creativity was essential. To get the effect of a planetaking off Ron Handford fixed two pairs of lights to a rope andhauled it up to the top of the stage - combined with soundeffects, it felt as though the plane had taken off over theaudience. The audience ducked every time!If you’re interested in hearing more of Jill’s tales, come andmeet her at the Centrestage Bar.AUDITIONS -FIDDLER ON THE ROOFAuditions: Friday 5th July, 7 - 9pm & Saturday 6thJuly, 10 - 5pmLocation: Masonic Hall, 103 Centreway Road,Orewa (opposite the Centreway Dairy)To book an audition time please phone the Theatre(09) 426 7282. Please bring an appropriate song &sheet music (no backing tracks) and dressappropriately for dance.Andrew Lloyd Webber released a top 10 single in 1992 called Tetris, under the pseudonym Doctor Spin

Saturday July 27 - 7.30pmCentrestage Theatre Company -Fundraising Night -“Mamma Mia - the Movie”Tickets available at the Box Office .$10 Donation“ You can dance, you can jive, having the time ofyour life ... “Dig out the polyester shirt, satin jumpsuit, velvetjacket, denim flares, and cork platform shoes. It’s timeto polish up on your Dancing Queen moves ...Come and join us and be a Super Trouper for a nightof fun & laughter on Saturday July 27 when we screen“Mamma Mia - The Movie”.This is a fundraising night with proceeds going toupgrade our tired Technical Equipment (whichprobably has been around since the 70’s!)And yes “The Winner Takes It All“ - there will be aprize for the best costume.“All the World’s a stage” - William Shakespeare… Some of the ‘characters’ that turned up to last year’sRocky Horror Movie Night ...You know you worked in Community Theatre if...Your kids know your lines better than you do.Your kids SAY your lines better than you do.You get home from rehearsal and have to go back to thetheatre because you forgot your kids.You consider the red part of the stoplight the standby.You tell more stories of what went wrong on showsyou've done than what went smoothly.You start wondering what it feels like to be a prop.Having fun at Tarantara! Tarantara!. OurFront of House Team got into the spirit ofthings and dressed up for Tit Willow Night.You know anything can be fixed with gaffa tape and asafety pin.Instead of saying that you're leaving, you say you'reexiting.At home, you "strike" the dishes in your kitchen.Going to Denny’s after the show is actually healthy asbecause at least that way you get something forbreakfast.“When I come into the theatre I get a sense of security. I love an audience. I love people, and I act because I like trying to givepleasure to people” - Vivien Leigh

Centrestage Youth Theatre(CYT) NewsWith nearly 60 excited and nervous children turning upand a queue that went out the door, auditions for Beautyand the Beast were a great success.We saw some familiar faces, we met some new people,heard lots of breathtaking singing and saw some amazingdance moves. The selection panel were reallyoverwhelmed by all of the incredible talent that auditioned.Keep your eye out for the Cast announcement …Beauty and the Beast is going to be a “must see” show forthe October school holidays.SHOW DATES: 9 - 12 OctoberWait … there’s more …CYT Disco / Event / Social / Function / Rave …(Whatever the Kids call it these days!)Friday 12 July - $5 DonationJCYT (5-10yrs): 7pm - 8.30pmCYT (11-17yrs): 8pm - 10.30pmCome along dressed as your favourite show character.Kids Tuckshop available. It’s going to be a night of lots oflaughter and fun!For more CYT information please get in contact with AllieCoyle (alliecoyle@hotmail.com)All dogs used to play Sandy in the original Broadway production of Annie were rescued pound dogs.The Vintage Collective and Auckland City presentsGLORIA!As a 21 year old, Gloria Stanford hit the international headlines as“The Bride Who Wouldn't Leave New Zealand". 67 years later two ofher granddaughters celebrate her colourful WW2 years in thissparkling and courageous solo show.Like the remodelling of a vintage dress, Gloria is a show foreveryone! The fusion of 1940’s swing music, dancing and fearlessphysical theatre will keep you on the edge of your seat as you aretaken from the domestic to Film Noir to the fantastical in the blink ofan eye. GLORIA re-examines this particular war bride’s tale as sherecalls the secrets, struggles and adventures of her past, exploringhow events can warp and beautify through the lens of one’s memory.29 June - 04 JulyTickets available from the Centrestage Box Office orwww.iticket.co.nz“Every single night I'm nervous. You never know how the audience is going to react” .... Vivien Leigh

Centrestage in June - We had a visit from old friends, Ron & BarbaraHandford, at Tarantara! Tarantara. Pictured with Eileen Mowberry.Following the death of Margaret Thatcher on the8th April 2013, the Billy Elliot audience were polledthat evening to see if they still wanted to hear the songMerry Christmas Maggie Thatcher. The majority votewas for the song to be sung as planned anduncensored - 8 audience members walked out .Did You Know?FOR YOUR DIARY - July29 June - 04 July - The Vintage Collective Presents:“Gloria” . Tickets available from the Box Office or onlineat www.iticket.co.nz 06 - 07 July - Mind, Body & Spirit Expo. Open 10-5both days. $5 entry / under 15 free. Free demonstrationsand workshops. 12 July - Centrestage Youth Theatre (CYT) “Disco” .Contact Allie Coyle for more information(alliecoyle@hotmail.com)32 Queen Songs featured in ‘WeWill Rock You.”5.5m is the height of the tallestcostumes in the Lion King - theGiraffes.2 Hours time is needed to applythe Phantom’s make up beforeeach show.2.5m is the height of Joey, thestar puppet in War Horse.7 different pairs of shoes areworn by Billy Elliot in eachshow.17 - 21 July - Peaches & Pickles and Green Door YouthTheatre Presents: “Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr”.Tickets available from the Box Office or online atwww.iticket.co.nz.23 July - Age Concern - Monthly luncheon. For moreinformation call Age Concern on 426 0916.25 July - Operatunity Presents: “The Great Crooners”,11am. Call Operatunity on 0508 266237 to book. 27 July - Centrestage Theatre Company FundraisingNight - “Mamma Mia - The Movie” 10 donation -Tickets available from the Box Office. 28 July - Car Boot Sale, Centrestage Car Park, 8am -12 pm. $10 per car & $5 trestle table hire. For enquiriesplease phone Rosalie 0274 198135.All the best performers bring to their role something more, something different than what the author put onpaper. That's what makes theatre live. That's why it persists. - Stephen Sondheim

Upcoming Centrestage Theatre Company Event:Saturday July 27 - Centrestage Theatre Company - Fundraising Night - “Mamma Mia - the Movie”7.30pm . Tickets available at the Box Office . $10 donationDress up in your favourite 70’s clothesCentrestage Theatre Companyproductions are proudly sponsored by: