The Hayman Theatre - by the new Vice Chancellor

Hayman Theatre

Performances planned for Hayman Theatre this year have been relocated to other venues in the metropolitan area, as Curtin has been advised by independent fire engineering consultants that the theatre does not meet the relevant fire and safety standards.

Some upgrading has been undertaken to ensure the theatre can be used as a teaching space and rehearsal space, but it will cost over $1 million to bring it to the standard required for public performances. Properties is now undertaking a study to identify the most appropriate use of the space, taking into account current needs and priorities, before any decision is made.

Despite the closure of the theatre, the activities of the Performance Studies course will continue with productions planned for 2006 being staged in alternative venues within the metropolitan area. This will have the advantage of giving students experience in the types of venues they will work in after graduation, and will showcase the Performance Studies course in different areas and to different audiences.

OBSERVATION by reader

The several UWA theatres are used extensively - check the lack of parking any night! - surely Curtin can support one theatre and their acting and theatre skills courses. They have the space, facilities and parking