Acorn Theatre to close

Fri, 5 Feb 2010, 12:22 pm

It was voted at Wednesday nights AGM to close Acorn Theatre. There are not enough willing motivated members left to run the theatre as a travelling concern. A sad day as another community theatre says goodbye. :cry: Goodbye Acorn, my home away from home, where the troubles of the world were left behind.

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Sharon MobiliaFri, 5 Feb 2010, 12:22 pm

LabrugFri, 5 Feb 2010, 12:39 pm

A sad day indeed.

Let it not be a total end. May the spirit live on ... somehow.

Absit invidia (and DFT :nono:)

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Paul TreasureFri, 5 Feb 2010, 01:17 pm

Vale Acorn

A very sad day indeed. My sincerest condolences to all the members (present and past) of Acorn Theatre.

Sharon MobiliaFri, 5 Feb 2010, 01:43 pm

Acorn's Talent Pool

Hopefully other theatres will open their arms to the Acornians who wish to continue on their theatre journeys. There was a lot of talent hidden away in the foothills of Gosnells. I hope they have the courage to use that talent on the bigger stages in the community. "If you obey all the rules, you miss all the fun." Katherine Hepburn.

NormaFri, 5 Feb 2010, 02:50 pm

Acorn'sTalent Pool

A sad day indeed, we can ill afford to lose any community organisations.

All of you will be very welcome at any and all of the local theatres.

Please don't hesitate to come and join one (or more) ot them.

Paul TreasureFri, 5 Feb 2010, 03:59 pm

Can Water Flow Uphill?

Sharon Geographically I think Roleystone is the closest theatre to Acorn? Correct me if I'm wrong. And we're not THAT scary!!! Future shows there include: Into the Woods (musical) - already cast but may still be looking for crew My Fair Lady (musical) - needs LOTS of people A Weekend in Dallas (play) - needs LOTS of guys Nine (musical) - needs LOTS of women I'm sure the Acorn Talent Pool would be MORE THAN WELCOME if they can flow a little bit further up the hill.

Tom CampFri, 5 Feb 2010, 08:30 pm

A real shame.

Let's hope this is just a one off.

MelzFri, 5 Feb 2010, 09:13 pm

Acorn

I am so sorry to hear this... this is terrible news !!! So many patrons and practitioners have enjoyed the warm hospitality and shows at Acorn ! Louis Shepherd, myself and the team thoroughly enjoyed filming Acorn for The Green Room... Of course there's room for Acorn members at any of the clubs... Gail, Bee, Sharon... please get in touch with me... Cheers Melz taz@tazentertainment.com.au Melz :-)

JoeMcSat, 6 Feb 2010, 08:32 am

GCC chops another tree down!

Water can flow uphilll via meniscus caprillary action.

Is there any hope of a few acorns utalising the groups resource assets grow another tree somewhere else?

LogosSat, 6 Feb 2010, 09:01 am

my sympathies

Although I am from SA you have my deepest sympathy. It is always sad to hear that a company has closed. I really hope you all find new homes. Perhaps rather than sell up maybe passing on your assets to another group that would appreciate them would be a good concept. Is that all there is? Well if that's all there is my friend, then let's keep dancing. www.tonymoore.id.au

Walter PlingeSat, 6 Feb 2010, 11:45 am

Has anyone told the media

Has anyone told the media about this?

JoeMcSun, 7 Feb 2010, 09:38 am

Good piont Stuart.I'm sure

Good piont Stuart.

I'm sure the GCC Council Clerk Jerk would love a lot more publicity especialy nationaly or even in the local rag!

Sharon MobiliaSun, 7 Feb 2010, 11:55 am

I love roleystone

Thanks Paul, I love it up at Roleystone, It has a great atmosphere, and there is always a great vibe from the casts. You may see me there sooner rather than later. "If you obey all the rules, you miss all the fun." Katherine Hepburn.

Sharon MobiliaSun, 7 Feb 2010, 11:59 am

Assets

All of our Lights, props etc are going to a drama school. I'm not sure where they are situated. Any cash left over will be going to charity. "If you obey all the rules, you miss all the fun." Katherine Hepburn.

David HardieMon, 8 Feb 2010, 07:57 am

Plug for Melville T.C.

Following on from Paul's post it would be unfair not to mention several companies in the southern suburbs. Nothing against Rolystone, they are a good company and they are certainly quick to realise when they are on a winner. Melville Theatre's web site is http://www.meltheco.org.au/ and I'm new there myself but I have been made to feel more than welcome. Anyone else want ot get a plug in?

KimberleyMon, 8 Feb 2010, 08:29 am

Theatre companies

KADS is probably as close to Acorn as Roleystone. Darlington isn't far, especially if you cut through Forrestfield and Helena Valley and Garrick not much further.

Sharon MobiliaMon, 8 Feb 2010, 01:02 pm

Thanks a million

Thanks to all the kind comments and well wishes. I will pass these on to my friends at Acorn. If anyone is interested Acorn is having their final cleanup this Saturday 13th Feb @ 10am. If you are a theatre that is looking for a few bits and pieces drop me a message. "If you obey all the rules, you miss all the fun." Katherine Hepburn.

Merri FordThu, 11 Feb 2010, 11:51 am

Very sad

So sad to hear. Is there really no hope of continuing?? I am ever the eternal optimist and I hate to hear of companies going under in the entertainment arena. You were the theatre in the Guiness Book of records right? Poop, this means the title goes to some other company now. Not meaning to be petty here as I am MORE aggrieved for you and your company and it's patrons. Bon chance in all your new endeavours. "In my work I do three things - Good, Cheap and Fast - if you employ me you may choose two" - Cam Ford

Walter PlingeThu, 11 Feb 2010, 10:27 pm

From your friends in

From your friends in Harbour who have been similarly thrown out of their venue, this is very sad news indeed. It is not an easy decision to wind up a theatre and one we considered - it has only been by sheer luck that we've managed to secure a home, even if only temporarily. All the best to the Acorn members in whatever endeavours they choose to pursue. I hope that this experience won't sour their love of theatre. Any members near Fremantle are welcome at Harbour. Ciao Rob Tagliaferri

Walter PlingeWed, 24 Feb 2010, 03:02 pm

This story made it into

This story made it into Inside Cover in today's West Australian.

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