AUCHTERMUCHTY THEATRE GROUP
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The Victoria Hall in Auchtermuchty has been the Theatre Group's home ever since the group was established. For years, hundreds of people looked forward to coming to the hall to see the latest Theatre Group performance. The hall has been closed since 2020, and there is still no word on when this building will re-open.
The Theatre Group has sought alternative venues to use instead of the Victoria Hall, although this has worked, it is not without sacrifice. Alternatives are simply not sustainable for many different reasons. Additionally, we are unable to produce our full programme of events. Our annual play, comedy night and our much anticipated youth group has had to be put on hold. This means the theatre group is struggling immensely.
Without the Victoria Hall, we have to accept the possibility that the Auchtermuchty Theatre Group may have to cease operation for good. The only group remaining from the original glory days of Auchtermuchty. We are desperate to keep the group going, but this is becoming increasingly difficult.
If the group does indeed have to close, it will be a huge loss felt all over the community. We are concerned not only for our audiences, but also for our members, and our youth members. Many of whom have seen huge changes in their self-confidence and mental health.
We implore each and every one of our followers, members and supporters to get behind the Save the Victoria Hall campaign. Please don't make us say goodbye.
Sign the petition now - https://www.change.org/Save-The-Victoria-Hall
Thank You.
The Auchtermuchty Theatre Group Committee
Latest News
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We would like to take a moment to say a massive thank you to everyone who attended our Halloween Quiz Night at Auchtermuchty Bowling Club on Saturday!
Everyone who attended helped us raise over £400 for the Theatre Group!
The Champion team for the night were the 'Basic Witches' who went home with an INCREDIBLE hamper put together by Jacqui from Nethermyres Farm Shop - we hope you enjoy ladies!
The Wooden Spoon this time went to 'Jujutsu High' who were very gracious in accepting their wooden spoons to take home!
Thank you to The Boar's Head Fife, Restaurant & Pub for generously donating a voucher for a two course lunch for two- which was our Star Raffle Prize!
Our Costume Competition Winner was the lovely Whitney, who is new to the town. She impressed the staff of the Bowling Club the most and went home with a GIGANTIC bar of Cadburys Chocolate!
Finally, we thank our fabulous team who ran the night brilliantly and who were unrecognisable after their team costume effort of Joy, Sadness, Anxiety, Anger and Fear from Pixar's Inside Out!
Thank you all so much for coming along once again and supporting Auchtermuchty Theatre Group. We are so grateful that you all came out in the pouring rain to enjoy another fabulous quiz!
Rumour has it that Quizzy Lizzy will be writing another Quiz for early next year!
Until next time folks!
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AGM 2024
The Theatre Group held its Annual General Meeting on 26th April in the Church Hall where all the activities of the group and future plans were discussed. Donald Lothian announced his retirement from the Committee, but commented that he will stay on as a member and provide support and guidance where it is needed. A new committee was elected to serve the group, with many new faces coming on board.
Due to the continuation of the Victoria Hall being closed to the public, it is likely performances will remain in other venues for the time being. The option of moving to Strathmiglo Village Hall for the 2024 Pantomime was discussed, as this will involve less intensive work for the production team. This is not a permanent solution, as the Strathmiglo Village Hall also presents it's own limitations for the Theatre Group. It is has become apparent that other venues are not sustainable for the group, and without the Victoria Hall, the Theatre Group will continue to struggle.
The Theatre Group Committee for 2024 - 2025
Chair - Steph Thomson
Vice-Chair - Lindsay Duff
Treasurer - Shaun Giles
Secretary - Lizzy Gerrie
Members - Nora Ferriday, Struan Mackenzie, David Philson,
Emma Smith, James Snowden, Lewis Snowden & Susan Wallace
Youth Member - Jack Mellis
DID YOU KNOW?
If you are one of the hundreds of people who have ever helped the Theatre Group is any way whatsoever, then you have helped raise over £20,000 for charities at home and abroad, whilst also giving the Group the funds to invest in lights, sound and stage equipment. All this investment has allowed us, year on year, to produce quality pantomimes and plays for the entire family to enjoy. Auchtermuchty Theatre Group would like to say a massive THANK YOU!