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Mon, 28 Mar 2011, 07:35 am
Gordon the Optom42 posts in thread

I have heard that an admirable South of the River theatre group, who have been renowned for constantly having full houses, has made a non-democratic decision to have only two directors direct all of their plays from now onwards.

The same person decided to cut down on the promotion of their plays – ‘after all we are so well known it is a waste of money’ - and has ended up with half-filled houses. The very dedicated team of helpers are in disarray at the decisions. Very sad news.

Good grief

Sun, 3 Apr 2011, 05:59 pm

JMuzz has given some excellent clues.

What has totally surprised me is the fact that half the theatre companies in the Perth area seem to be feeling guilty, as they must also be going through this 'closed group', with 'nobody welcome' attitude.

Come on folks get good committees together, get rid of the nepotism, the old foggies and speak out - your group will benefit no end from the fresh air.

Gordon

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