The SPOTLIGHTER January 2019

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1 o Print & Packaging / CMYK / 5 INSIDE: Spotlight on Christmas Raffle Winners Youth Theatre Orientation STARS 09 Playbill Spark and the Crystal Crusade The Little Mermaid A Slice of Saturday Night 00 Playbill Submissions Official Newsletter of the Spotlight Theatrical Company Fostering an outlet for creative youth and community, while seeking to produce vibrant, quality entertainment that enriches, engages and educates. SP OTLI GH T TH EATR IC AL Q U E E N S L A N D The SPOTLIGHTER January 09 Best Wishes for 09 to all our Members, Volunteers, Staff and Patrons EST. 955 C O M PA NY Spotlight Theatre is a foundation member of the Gold Coast Theatre Alliance.

2 Spotlight on Youth Theatre YOU Teaching fraternity & ADMINISTRATORS: HANNAH CROWTHER (Int. Drama & Snr. Music Theatre Teacher) MATT PEARSON (Snr Music Theatre Assistant & M.D.) TERRI WOODFINE (Primary Teacher) JACY MOORE (Film & TV Teacher) Val LEFTWICH (YT Administrator) KAY HAWKER (YT Accounts) Early December we were all treated to a wonderful Junior Drama production Bedtime Stories that was written and directed by Terri Woodfine our Junior Drama teacher. Terri and Hannah have worked really hard on this production and it was evident that the students were really enjoying the experience. The scenery was minimal and the students had to use their imagination and portray this to the audience, it was really well done. The students learned how to use props and have them in the right place at the right time a great learning experience for them. The production was followed closely by the Intermediate and Senior Music Theatre students producing Seussical Jr. and Legally Blonde Jr. This was a huge event with both productions on the same night for four performances. It was a great success and very evident that we have some amazing talent coming up through the classes of Spotlight Youth Theatre. At the end of the productions we had presentations and also graduations. Students who reach the age of 8 by the st January 09 leave Spotlight Youth Theatre and this is always a sad event. Some of the 9 students had been with us since Junior Drama and this is always difficult for the teachers and myself. I have come to know these students and their parents and although I know I will see them in future productions at Spotlight and hopefully other theatres, it is still a loss for Spotlight. We wish them well and they know if they want to come back to attend the occasional class they are most welcome. I have sent out forms for 09 and I ask that everyone who wants to take up a place in 09 complete the new forms. I would point out that some of our classes are getting extremely full and even if you are in a class now, we will not be able to hold the place unless we have a 09 form returned to me. Please do not return to Shirley or Kay, they have to forward them on and that is where forms can get lost. If you do not have a form please me on valleftwich4@gmail.com and I will make sure you get it. A big thank you to the parents who have already sent in their forms as this saves me so much time. From Kay and myself we take this opportunity to wish all of you a very happy Festive Season and thank you for your co-operation during the year. Valerie Leftwich Administrator Spotlight Youth Theatre Spotlighter January 09

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4 4 MEMBERSHIP PAYMENT IS DUE ST JANUARY 09 Spotlighter January 09

5 fun for all the family Come and enjoy this adventure with SPARK and all the colourful characters in this interactive panto for young and old! BOOK NOW OR ONLINE Spotlighter January 09 5

6 We proudly invite you under the sea! The fantastic cast of THE LITTLE MERMAID explodes on shore in The Halpin Auditorium from 8th February - nd March. Come and be part of our world for a strictly limited season! Tickets on sale NOW! Phone or online 6 Spotlighter January 09

7 GOLD COAST THEATRE ALLIANCE INC Sunday January 3th 09 A warm invitation to everyone including Actors, Directors, Crews, Audience members, Delegates, Presidents and Committees A SPECIAL CHAMPAGNE BREAKFAST in the OCEAN VIEW ROOM on the Esplanade, Miami North Burleigh Surf Club 93 The Esplanade, Miami Qld 40 9 am midday $35 per head Sip a glass of champagne while enjoying the Ocean views, and a hot buffet breakfast,!!! Come and help us celebrate Live Performance on the Gold Coast as the Gold Coast Theatre Alliance enters its nd year as a volunteer not for profit organisation supporting our members in the Gold Coast region and surrounds. Come and congratulate our distinguished Service Awardees for 08 the heroes of our Live Performance community who will be honoured and presented with their badges at this event. Let's celebrate the start of 09!! All welcome. For an update on all current and scheduled plays and shows by Gold Coast and Tweed Shire member groups visit the website: Spotlighter January 09 7

8 The Spotlight Theatrical Company proudly presents Book, Music and Lyrics by The Heather Brothers Director/Musical Director STEVEN DAYS Choreographer STEWART MATTHEWS Vocal Assistant MATT PEARSON BY ARRANGEMENT WITH ORiGiN THEATRICAL ON BEHALF OF SAMUEL FRENCH LTD Basement Theatre MARCH 7 APRIL 09 BOOKINGS Spotlighter January 09

9 As we rocket towards Christmas, it's time for us to announce the fabulous cast of A SLICE OF SATURDAY NIGHT! Jam packed to the brim with toe tapping tunes, A SLICE OF SATURDAY NIGHT is sure to leave audiences breathless and dancing in the aisles. Opens March to April 7 in Spotlight's Basement Theatre! Book now for the perfect stocking stuffer! or phone Spotlighter January 09 9

10 SEASON TICKETS Great Bargains! Get in early! CONTACT BOOKINGS * Special Conditions apply. Season Ticket SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY This certificate entitles :- To : Shows Valid: From To: NOT VALID: OPENING OR CLOSING NIGHT PERFORMANCES Not Transferable: Not Redeemable for Cash Bookings Essential Authorised by : Transaction ID:. 85 Ashmore Road BENOWA QLD 47 Phone: mailbox@spotlighttheatre.com.au Spotlight The Theatrical Company Fostering an outlet for creative youth and community, while seeking to produce vibrant, quality entertainment that enriches, engages and educates. Spark & the Crystal Crusade Basement 09 PLAYBILL 9-9 January The Little Mermaid Halpin 8 February - March A Slice of Saturday Night Basement March - 7 April Catch Me If You Can Halpin 7 May - 8 June YT Music Theatre Showcase Halpin,, 3 June Alice in Wonderland Basement 3-3 July Ladies in Black Halpin - 4 August YT Senior Drama Halpin 6, 7 September Kelly Basement 0 Sep - 5 October YT Intermediate Drama Basement 8, 9, 0 October Kinky Boots Halpin - 3 November YT Junior Drama Basement 9, 30 Nov, Dec YT Music Theatre Classes Halpin 5, 6, 7, 8 December Spotlight On Christmas Halpin 3, 4, December TICKET PRICING & BOOKINGS: p. (07) Ashmore Rd, Benowa Qld facebook.com/spotlighttheatricalcompany 0 Spotlight Theatre is a Foundation Member of the Gold Coast Theatre Alliance Spotlighter January 09

11 Happy New Year to you all. PRESIDENT S REPORT I hope that you have a restful and enjoyable Christmas and are able to catch up with those that are nearest and dearest to you. The theatre as always has a full playbill in 09 and is the busiest community theatre on the Gold Coast. Our year begins in the Basement Theatre with Spark and the Crystal Crusade created and directed by Aiden Ossovani and Millie Talbot. This pantomime, with lots of audience participation, opens on Wednesday 9 January with two performances a day at 0.30am and pm. Great Family entertainment! The first 09 Musical opens on Friday 8 February in The Halpin Auditorium and is Disney's The Little Mermaid co-directed by William Pulley and Rodrigo Medina Noël. The show is deep in rehearsal and those that attended Spotlight on Christmas were rewarded by getting a sneak preview of this cast performing. Our Youth Theatre Orientation Day is being held on Sunday 0 January in The Halpin Auditorium. A big thank you to Jamie Watt and Tenéle Graham for all their efforts creating and making Spotlight on Christmas a great night of entertainment. Thank you also to Erica Graham for the outstanding achievement to get over 50 prizes for our raffle. The full list of prize winners is published in this edition of The Spotlighter. I look forward to catching up with you at the theatre soon, so until then, look after yourselves and each other. Best regards Duncan Sims Joel Beskin s Theatre Roundup is on Air, Tuesday every week. Tune in to 4CRB 89.3FM between.35pm and 3pm for Community Theatre News Thank You Thank You for Divisional funding to the value of $000 to update computers and office equipment. Council for a substantial Rate donation. Spotlighter January 09

12 PLAYBILL SUBMISSIONS REQUIRED FOR 00 Directors please present your submissions for Musicals, Pantomimes and Plays or other exciting suggestions outlining your ideas for presentation during 00. The Halpin Auditorium Musicals Mid February/March Latter part of May/June Late July/August Late October/November Basement Theatre Pantos/Plays etc. Early January Early April Late June/July Mid September/October Submissions close 30th June 09 Please present to: Production Committee The Spotlight Theatrical Company Ashmore Road, Benowa or mail to: Production Committee The Spotlight Theatrical Company, PO Box 8074 Gold Coast Mail Centre Q 976 Spotlighter January 09

13 TICKET PRICING Main Theatre: Opening Night $37, Adults $34, Concession $30, Member $9, Child (under 6) $5, Group 0+ $3 Basement Theatre Plays Opening Night $37, Adults $3, Concession $9, Member $7, Child (under 6) $5, Group 0+ $9 (Note: Musicals as per Main Theatre) PANTOMIMES: All tickets $6, Group of 0+ $5. NOTE Tickets will only be held for 7 hours or 3 Business Days. BRONZE CORPORATE SPONSOR Insurance Brokers For all your insurance requirements contact Glenda on (07) The Spotlight Theatrical Company Acknowledges and Thanks the Division 7 and Councillor Gary Baildon for the Grant Donation to our Community Theatre. Spotlighter January 09 3

14 Thank you to all the wonderfully generous Businesses and Individuals who made this Raffle so successful. Special Thanks to Erica Graham for all the work she did in organising this fund raiser and to the ticket sellers especially Lea and Zoe. No Company Donation Tic No Winner Chem Pro Benowa Hamper 804 Corinne Brims Benowa Tavern Dinner and Wine Voucher 3 Val Hitchenson 3 Aqua Shop Kids Swim Hamper Girl 386 Tim Barrett 4 Vision Personal Training Personal training Voucher 943 Leona F 5 Kay Hawker Crochet Blanket & Bag 938 Mac Hendrickson 6 Highland Court Benowa Dinner Voucher 06 Julian Price 7 Sarroff Family Swarovski Jewellery 085 Jennifer McConnell 8 Number 3 Lounge Voucher 66 Cheryl Morris 9 Spotlight Theatre Voucher Two Tickets 385 Tim Barrett 0 Anonymous Bottles of wine 565 Angel Reid Liz Clift Voucher 849 Roid Hishop Bernies Pet Barn Hamper 98 M Joyce 3 Grill'd Voucher Voucher 0 Jodie Beck 4 Phone Buzz Hamper 09 Jan Whackett 5 Vision Personal Training Personal training Voucher 69 Diana Summers 6 DoTERRA Matt Pearson Voucher 79 Shelley Hacks 7 Sarroff Family Swarovski Jewellery 903 Brendon Rauch 8 Patsy Drew Wine 677 Lea Vosti 9 Benowa Tavern Dinner and Wine Voucher 643 Collette Mentane 0 Discount Store Benowa Christmas Decoration Hamper 48 Jennifer Cole Helene Walder-Gonzales Painting 96 Val Leftwich Sitting Around furniture Voucher 987 Fay Connelly 3 Anonymous lion Plush Toy 077 Mitchel Simpson 4 Career College Voucher 990 Sharon Voltan 5 Kleen Car Wine & Chocolates 99 Val Leftwich 6 Spotlight Theatre family Pass Voucher 84 Lesley Lake 7 Liz Clift Bag and Voucher 85 Zoe Nourse 8 Howards Storage hamper 50 Margaret Owen 9 E Sab Clinic Beauty Voucher 87 Lizzy Pine 30 Aqua Shop Kids Swim Hamper Boy 84 Lesley Pine 3 Base Benowa Voucher 004 Jack Rudd 3 Sarroff Family Swarovski Jewellery 796 Trish Shaw 33 Career College Voucher 90 Carolyn Swan 34 Lea & Zoe liqueur 55 Denis Hawker 35 Highland Court Benowa Dinner Voucher 093 Butch Bernet 36 Michael Hare oroton Sun Glasses 809 Jacqui 37 Liz Clift Voucher 0 Sandra Cockburn 38 Anonymous Beauty Pack 383 Joseph Simpson 39 Vision Personal Training Personal training Voucher 63 Jane Young 40 DoTERRA Matt Pearson Voucher 935 M Chinner C/o Jess Schultz 4 Benowa Seafood family Pack Voucher 896 Archie Ross-Smith 4 Kleen Car Car detailing Pack 095 Tymyka Wines 43 Sea World Dinner and Wine Voucher 93 Val Leftwich 44 Patsy Drew Wine 940 Mac Henderson 45 Sarroff Family Swarovski Jewellery 698 Laura Carrett 46 Spotlight Theatre Season Pass Voucher 86 Val Beatty 47 Anonymous toy Hamper 64 Collette Mentane 48 Sarroff Family Swarovski Jewellery 997 Trevor Love 49 Vision Personal Training Personal training Voucher 38 Ray Hadfield 50 Lea, Zoe and Erica Christmas Hamper 94 Leona F 5 Deb Bolt hamper 937 C/o Jess Schultz 4 Spotlighter January 09

15 T H EATR IC AL Q U E E N S L A N D EST. 955 the spotlight theatrical company Fostering an outlet for creative youth and community, while seeking to produce vibrant, quality entertainment that enriches, engages and educates. Are you 8 or under! Are you a drama queen or king? Are you shy but would like to be confident? Come and join the YOU Spotlight Youth Theatre Spotlight Theatre facilitates a fun and supportive environment with professionally experienced, highly qualified theatre educators. Make Friends For LiFe WhiLe developing skills For a LiFetiMe! SP OTLI GH T CO M PA NY ROBIN HOOD Intermediate Class Dress Rehearsal October 08 ORIENTATION DAY 09 THE HALPIN AUDITORIUM Spotlight Theatre Complex Ashmore Road Benowa Sunday January 0:30am ContaCt: Youth Theatre Administrator valleftwich4@gmail.com 09 CLASSES INCLUDE JUNIOR, INTERMEDIATE & SENIOR DRAMA INTERMEDIATE & SENIOR MUSIC THEATRE Spotlighter January 09 5

16 H H H H H H H H H Spotlight Theatre Artist's Review Seniors known as H H H H H Noni Buckland STARS Liaison We have had a great response to our festive season. We have been very busy this month and performed Christmas shows at the following venues : De Paul Manor Ashmore; St Andrews Tallebudgera; Tricare Labrador; Arcare Helensvale; Bupa Tugun; Bupa Pottsville; Sandbrook Burleigh Waters and Ozcare - Burleigh. We have only three more Christmas shows to perform with our last concert on the st December. We will be returning in late January to begin preparation for our new show for 09. I have included two photos, one of our Christmas number Winter Wonderland with the whole cast and one with Kerry, myself and Samantha in Rusty Holden Ute. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to everyone from the and now back to the boards. Noni 6 Spotlighter January 09

17 PLEASE NOTE: THE COSTUME HIRE SHOP AT SPOTLIGHT THEATRE IS CLOSED ONLY FOR THE OFFICIAL GAZETTED CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY PERIOD. Spotlighter January 09 7

18 Grill d Benowa Gardens a local Sponsor The SPOTLIGHTER January 09 Spotlighter Deadline 9th of each month Please forward REPORTS, articles and pics to shirley@spotlighttheatre.com.au Thank You Council for a substantial Rate donation. For an update on all current and scheduled plays and shows by Gold Coast and Tweed Shire member groups visit the website: We have thousands of costumes! OPENING HOURS OPENING HOURS Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 9am pm Thurs ~ 9am -7pm Sat ~ 9am - 4pm Ashmore Rd Benowa MONDAY - FRIDAY 0:00am 4:30pm saturday 9:00am 3:00pm (Next to the Benowa Gardens Shopping Centre) Hats, masks, jewellery, wigs, stockings, head pieces & much more a huge range unique & unusual accessories of to buy or hire! e: costume-hire@spotlighttheatre.com.au Mehron Theatrical & Special Effects makeup 8 Spotlighter January 09

19 CONTACT INFORMATION SPOTLIGHT COUNCILLORS President: Duncan Sims e: Vice President: Erica Graham e: Secretary: Shirley King e: Treasurer: Michelle Edwards e: Councillors Tony Alcock e: Jonathan Allwood e: Katie Steuart-Robins e: Jamie Watt e: Production Committee Duncan Sims, Tony Alcock, Jamie Watt, Aiden Ossovani, Matt Pearson, Shari Ward, Emma-June Curik, Clay English Theatre Technical Consultant Sound Co-ordinator Lighting Co-ordinator Michael Sutton Nick Willner Leonnie (LJ) Jones Library Matt Pearson e: Small Props TBA Insurance Glenda Kosters Insurance matters e: Fire & Security Contacts Tony Alcock Jamie Watt Administration Liaison/Group Bookings/Membership Coordinator/ Royalties/Theatre Hire & Usage/Key Dist. & Registration/Gift Coordinator/Volunteer FoH Roster Coordinator/Liaison Administration W Publicity e: publicity@spotlighttheatre.com.au Social Media Jamie Watt Tony Alcock e: j_j_watt@hotmail.com Costume Hire Michelle May W Tony Alcock Costume Coordinator W Youth Theatre Teachers e: youth@spotlighttheatre.com.au TBA (Senior Drama Teacher), Hannah Crowther (Music Theatre Teacher & Intermediate Drama Teacher), Matt Pearson (Musical Director), Terri Woodfine (Junior Drama Teacher), Jacy Moore (Film & TV Teacher), Martina French (Vocal Coach), Youth Theatre Administrator Val Leftwich e: valleftwich4@gmail.com Assistant to Youth Theatre Administrator/Accounts Kay Hawker e: dkhawker@westnet.com.au Sponsorships Erica Graham e: admin@aquashop.com.au Bar Manager - Duncan Sims e: dunlo@oz .com.au Charity Night Co-ordinator Helen Maden e: hpmaden@gmail.com G.C. Theatre Alliance Representative Joel Beskin /Jonathan Allwood Webmaster Michael Thomas e: stc_webmaster@showbizaustralia.com Programmes Chris Dickinson e: chris@spotlighttheatre.com.au Spotlighter Editor Shirley King e: shirley@spotlighttheatre.com.au Ashmore Road Benowa PO Box 8074 GC Mail Centre Q 976 P: e: mailbox@spotlighttheatre.com.au youth@spotlighttheatre.com.au Online Booking: or Phone

20 Thank you to our latest sponsors of Chairs. SPOTLIGHT THEATRICAL COMPANY SPONSOR A CHAIR The Spotlight Theatrical Company wishes to acknowledge and thank you for your donation to sponsor a chair/s. This sponsorship is urgently needed to replace 40 chairs with new, quality, stackable chairs to fill both our main stage theatre and basement theatre. The cost of a chair is $90.00 and Spotlight will have a plaque created and attached to back of every chair purchased by a sponsor. As this is considered a donation, it would be tax deductible and a tax receipt will be forwarded to person/business donating. Should you wish to become part of this sponsorship please complete the following and forward to: Spotlight Theatrical Company, PO Box 8074, Gold Coast Mail Centre, Qld 976 Or, personally deliver to: Costume Hire, Spotlight Theatre, Benowa Road, Benowa. Details to appear on plaque: PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY BELOW IN THIS TINTED AREA: Name: Address: Phone No: You can still Sponsor a Chair ONLINE or phone Please contact SPOTLIGHT THEATRE on and they will assist you! Send tax receipt to: Payment Type: Cash Cheque Amex Visa Master Card Card No. Expiry Date CCV No. To all our Sponsors your contribution is greatly appreciated. NAME Spotlight Golden Girls Marilyn Culell Harry and Val Leftwich Judith A Dautel Chris and John Dickinson Joel & Margaret Beskin Joseph and Wendy Hawryluk Drew Anthony Quota International Of Gold Coast Tanele Storm Graham Brian Graham Erica Graham Terry Kalaf Pauline Davies Marjorie Adams William Collins Robyn Collins Mrs B. Elliott Shirley King Deborah Bolt Doreen Hinton Malcolm Davidson Patricia Drew Robert Deatherage Trish Pederson Sewroo Products Karyn Lively Russell & Elizabeth White Katherine Ogge Julz Smith Judith A Dautel L. Kealton Mrs A Watt Mrs Shirlie Foxover Mrs P Riek Lynn Benson Maureen Stevenson Jill Downie John Everingham Evo Pty Ltd Gerald Moses Heydon Harvey Sue Davies Brooke Daley Janette & Michael Webb Stella Simpson Amanda Felmingham Adrian Hoffman Audrey Goetz Sandy Ackerman Surfers Paradise Chiropractic Health & Welfare Centre Lisa Story Drew Anthony Kane McCarthy Deborah Beskin Don & Madeline Kibble Hannah Rose Healy Chair/s 4 4 Spotlighter January 09 0