Our  final  Show  for  2002  is ……

“Move Over Mrs Markham”
by Ray Cooney and John Chapman
Directed by Ian Rigney

Phillip Markham, sedate children’s book publisher, is used to the bed-hopping ways of his senior partner Henry and reluctantly agrees to the use of his flat over the office for another of Henry’s hot dates.  The only problem is Mrs Markham has promised the flat to her friend for a fling – who just happens to be Henry’s long suffering wife Linda. To make matters more of a mess, the Markhams’ flamboyant interior designer, who has a passion for floral bidets and mauve, low–level toilets, is planning his own rendezvous with the Swiss au pair girl in the Markhams’ bed. This Ray Cooney play has all the ingredients for a classic romp as little white lies snowball to unmanageable whoppers to cover up the truth from an unannounced visit by children’s book writer Miss Smythe – middle aged, moral and conservative lady of immense talent and wealth, who’s books sell millions and is out of contract with her old publisher and seeking a respectable new one ! There is no message in this wild,zany free-for-all.  Just laughs, laughs and more laughs ! Ian  Rigney

Ian Rigney

Performance  dates – 6th  November to 16th  November  2002
Evening performance – 8pm:
Wed  6th  Nov  to  Sat  9th  Nov
Tues 12th Nov  to  Sat 16th Nov

Matinée – 2pm:
Saturday  9th  Nov.

Group Bookings
Book for 15 or more and pay only $7 per ticket.  For Group Bookings only please phone Tarlee on 8294 1306 by Monday 21st October.

Preferential bookings
Please complete the enclosed form, or the form on our Website, and return it to the above address by Monday 21st October.

Ordinary bookings
Ordinary bookings open on Wednesday 23rd October at Brighton Stationers, Brighton Shopping Centre, Shop 8, 525 Brighton Road, Brighton. Phone 8296 8902.

Opening Night Bonus
Book for 6th November and pay only $15 for two tickets (usually $20).

Nunsense

A scene from Nunsense

Our last production “Nunsense” was well received. Our congratulations to all concerned on a great production. These are some extracts from the Messenger Press Review …….. “Kate Barnes is delightful as the finger-punching Reverend Mother..… As street-wise Mary Robert Ann, Megan Humphries is holier than thou belting out tunes and making the most of her role..….. Beverley Koch bounces off Barnes nicely as the Mistress of the Novies...… Co-directors Barry Hill and Rosie Aust milk the laughs for all they’re worth, filling St Jude’s stage with ample visual gags….. Miraculous mayhem to keep you smiling”. Rod Lewis Messenger Press – July 2002

Raffle Winner
Congratulations to P Morecroft, winner of the raffle during “Nunsense”.

Quiz Night
Last year our Quiz Night was great and this year it will be better than ever.  Mark your calendar for the 12^th October, doors open 7.30 pm, BYO your own goodies for the 8 pm sharp start time. $5 entry fee.

Christmas Party and Get-together
This years BIG EVENT will be on the 14th December.  See you there for some Jolly Ho Ho Ho !!  BYO supper and drinks.  No entry fee.

St Jude’s Christmas Play
On the 22nd December our players and the parish community come together to present a very special event, a celebration of the true meaning of Christmas.  Bring the family and experience Peace on Earth.  Commences at 3 pm.

…and to you all, Best Wishes for a Very Happy Christmas.

 News  for  Your  New  Year

Programme  for  2003  Announced

The Madness of King George
An Alan Bennett Historical Comedy / Drama
Directed by Les Zetlein

Laughter on the 23^rd Floor
Neil Simon Comedy
Directed by Judy Menz

Topical Australian Musical
Directed by Harold Minear and Rosie Aust

WorkShops
Be adventurous and come along next year to our WorkShops – a schedule is currently being prepared to cover many aspects of theatre and it will be your opportunity to see how truly great theatre comes together.

Season Tickets to Shows 2003
Once again you will be able to purchase your book of four vouchers to use over our three productions. Please complete the enclosed form or print one from our website.

What a Night  ! - Ideas Meeting
On 27th March we held an Ideas Meeting at St Jude’s Hall to attract more volunteers.  It was such a success we are still coming to terms with the overwhelming interest.  We are trying desperately to catch up with everyone, don’t be shocked when we give you a call !

The  GreenRoom  Group
Join for just $5 a year and be part of the crew to help put a show together, from Auditions to Opening Night.  No previous experience necessary, we’ll teach you.  This unique “back stage” experience is only found in amateur theatre.

Have a say in the running of the Players. Be invited to members’ only functions, receive newsletters, and vote at the AGM.  Contact us for more information.

GreenRoom  Group Meetings
We would like some more of you interesting folk to come to our Meetings !  Where are you ?  Next meeting is the 20^th November.  Phone Jude Menz on 8296 1853 for details.