Peninsula Players Spotlight Newsletter
September 2011
Ok, Thespians...break time's over!
The Peninsula Players performance season is gearing up as we prepare to usher in our 60th Anniversary of Community Theatre on the Peninsula!
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Membership Drive continues....
Remember, this year we're waiving the usual membership fees as a way to say 'Thank you' to our existing members and encourage new members to join Peninsula Players.
Fill out the handy Membership form on the Peninsula Players website and we'll get you having fun in a production right away!
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Peninsula Players Annual Executive Retreat
The Peninsula Players held their annual Executive planning retreat in July at the Berwick Royal Oak, and here are a few of the highlights...
Reforming Subcomittee's - The Executive will be reforming several committee's that we found successful in the past. We're looking for folks to help with Promotions and Marketing, Membership, Website and Social Media, and an ongoing commitment to find a permanent home for the Peninsula Players. Drop us a quick note on the Contact page and we'll get you involved.
As our Promotions guy, Glen likes to say, 'Many hands make light work'. Plus, you'll make new friends and have fun while helping to make great Theatre on the Peninsula.
Training program for Actors and Stage Crew - We're looking at opportunities to pair new members with experienced Stage Managers, Producers, Set builders, etc. There is also interest in offering Acting and Stage craft classes to new and veteran members. Remember, you can be involved with the Peninsula Players even if you have no previous Theatre experience. Just bring your enthusiasm, and we'll get you started!
Home for the Peninsula Players - At our 2011 retreat, it was decided that the best future for the Peninsula Players would involved our own Club House/Rehearsal/Performance venue.
There has been diligent effort over the years to find a home for the Players, and soon we'll be approaching the Public, City Council, and various other groups to help make this dream a reality.
Many thanks to the staff at the Berwick Royal Oak for their excellent service and hospitality!
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Play selection for 2012/2013
We're already in the process of selecting next years season, and we want your input!
The Peninsula Players are dedicated to producing top quality Theatre on the Peninsula, and your input is crucial to ensure we choose plays that people want to see. Drop us a quick note on our Contact page and tell us what plays and types of plays you'd like to attend in the future.
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2011/2012 Play Reading Season
The first selection of the Play Reading Group is 'The Mousetrap', the Agatha Christie classic, and the date is Monday, September 12th at 7:00pm.
Get details and directions here.
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Volunteers for 'The Unexpected Guest'
We're halfway through rehearsals, and under the excellent direction of Sid Clarke, 'The Unexpected Guest' looks to be a great start to our season.
If you'd like to help backstage, please contact our Producer Chantelle at cmschieven@yahoo.com
We need help with hair, makeup, sets, backstage, etc.
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Susaning.com - Voice Artist Susan Anderson
Over the years. you've almost certainly enjoyed Susan Anderson in a Peninsula Players performance, perhaps as 'Florence' in the female version of 'The Odd Couple', the Italian Mama in 'Daughters', or perhaps the two dozen other roles she's played.
But did you know that Susan is a very talented Voice Artist too? It's true, go visit her website at www.susaning.com ! From proper English, raucous Cockney, a wee bit 'o' the Irish, or a down-home Southern Belle, Susan's talent is a big as her heart.
She can add the perfect flair to your commercial, or a professional tone to your PowerPoint project, Audio book or Documentary.
If you're looking for a talented voice artist, please contact Susan at susaning@shaw.ca
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Call for directors - 2012/2013
The Peninsula Players will soon begin the selection of plays for next season, and we're looking for new Directors. If you have previous directorial experience and a play you'd like to submit for consideration, please use the Contact page on our website and we'll put you in touch with our Play Selection Committee.
The new season will be confirm by the end of 2011, so get your play selections in right away!
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Social Media Stuff
Now that the new season has begun, there's lots going on and lots to do. To keep in the loop, add Peninsula Players to your Facebook page. Simply search 'Peninsula Players' in Facebook, and click on the 'Like' button. News and an information will show up automatically on your Facebook News feed.
Follow us on Twitter at '@SidneyTheatre' , and we're going to start playing with Ustream video streaming soon too. If you're unfamiliar with Ustream, then that's your homework!
Finally, I need to tell you there's something coming, we can't tell you what it is...but you'll see it....and when you see it...hopefully you'll know what to do...
But... it's cool, and you can score free tickets and stuff.
Really, that's all we can say....
No, really....
Cheers,
Rem
Webmaster
The Peninsula Players
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