Z-PAC Theatre's - July 2024 Newsletter


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July 2024 - In this issue:

In Memory of Life Member, Mr Gavin Patterson OAM
Upcoming Auditions-Two One Act Plays - 14th July
Next Show - Children of the Black Skirt 9th-25th August
What's New? -Mary Poppins Festival -New Australian Record
Enter Now! - Hervey Bay Film Festival 2024
Volunteers Needed-Various roles
Theatre Memberships-Renew or Join
Theatre Bar-Cheers, Drinks and Nibbles
Upcoming Productions for 2024

King's Birthday Honour List

The late Gavin Patterson, OAM

In Memory of Life Member

The late Gavin Patterson, was recognised in the King's Birthday Honours List on 10th June, 2024, with a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for services to the community of Hervey Bay. Gavin contributed throughout various roles within the wider community and within our community theatre.

Details included in the official citation:Architecture/Building• Former Principal, Gavin Patterson & Co Architects, Point Vernon.• Former Architectural Advisor, Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre

• Former Registered Builder.Z-PAC Theatre (formerly known as Hervey Bay Little Theatre)• Former President, two terms.• Producer/Actor/Singer/Set Designer/Fundraiser, musicals, 1989-2010s.

• Former Life Member.The Col Gardiner Oratorio Society, Hervey Bay• Producer, Handel's 'The Messiah', 1992-2010s.• Co-founder.The Arts• Co-founder, Col Gardiner Light Opera Company.

• Participant, Architecture 'Archie' Reviews, University of Queensland, late 1960s-early 1970s.

• Former Artist/Painter.Sailing• Former Sailor/Competitor, Hervey Bay Boat Club Yacht Squadron.• Former Member, Col Gardiner Yacht Squadron, Community

• Founding Member, National Trust, Maryborough, 1990s.Publications• Author and Illustrator, 'A Bird Memoir - Sketches and Stories of Birds around Wide Bay', 2020.

• Author and Illustrator, 'The Gables: Memories of a Grand Point Vernon House, and Other Stories', 2018.• Author and Illustrator, 'Reminiscences of a Queensland Pioneer Edward Fitzgerald Armitage', 2021.Awards and Recognition include:• Australia Day Cultural Award, Hervey Bay City Council, late 1990s

Upcoming Auditions in July

Auditions- Sunday, 14th July, 2024 10am-2pm

The Crows of Darkmoor Common / Tracks

11-27 October, 2024

Tracks – Written by Peter Tarsi, Directed by Jonathan Canning

Ten strangers find themselves at a subway station, they have no idea of how they got there or where they are going…

Journey Beyond Life’s Last Station. Uncover the secrets, confront your past, and choose your platform – Heaven or Hell? The ultimate decision awaits as the train of fate arrives. All aboard for a gripping exploration of life, death, and the unknown.

The Crows of Darkmoor Common Directed by Jonathan Dunn

Welcome to Darkmoor, a comically dystopian world with steam punk vibes. In this odd 1860s setting, all words are banned for their ‘toxic effect’ on well-being. Amidst a diabolical plot to steal golden eggs from Ninja Nuns (Darkmoor Crows), an anti-hero and a heroine add romance to this unique theatrical nonsense. Get on board the express train to crazy-town in this all original, romp through the world of weird.

Auditions – Sunday 14 July, 10am – 2pm

Next Show!

Children of the Black Skirt

9-25 August, 2024

Written by Angela Belzien, directed by Katanee Draheim

This story takes place in a mythical, timeless Australian orphanage.

Two orphan children, Old One and New One, are always wary of The Black Skirt (the cruel Governess who floats up and down the dormitory corridors, dangerously wielding her enormous scissors), and tell terrible tales of other poor lost children to escape the reality of their own lives.

The play delves into the history of Australia through the eyes of children, from convict times to early white occupation, to the vast era of the Stolen Generation to World War Two and beyond. These actors create a highly theatrical, physical and visually spectacular gothic fairytale, as they slip in and out of the perspectives of different characters to tell us the tales of children from Australia’s past.

Tickets are available online, www.zpactheatre.com.au or call our Secretary Helen, for group bookings on 0427 225 008 Email: bookings@zpactheatre.com.au

What's New?

Mary Poppins Festival 2024

Mary Poppins Festival 2024

On Sunday 30th June, 2024, Fraser Coast Events, hosted the Mary Poppins Festival in Maryborough. Thousands of visitors arrived to the heart of Maryborough! Local drama schools, provided all day entertainment through dance, singing, and an array of visual display through various art forms.

To mark the day, there was a Australian Record attempt, for the "largest gathering of people, dressed in Mary Poppins themed characters in one spot!" and we were delighted to hear, that a new Australian Record was recorded, with 182 registered entries breaking the previous attempt! Congratulations Everyone, for participating this event and encouraging storytelling!

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Enter Now!

Hervey Bay Film Festival 2024

Hervey Bay Film Festival 2024

Film Makers - Hervey Bay Film Festival is calling for entries in feature fiction, feature documentary, series (single or multiple episodes), and short films made in Australia and internationally.

Script Writers - Submit your script for short films, feature films and series (single or multiple episodes).

Photographers - Submit your photographs to a range of genres.

Submit films, scripts and photos:
https://filmfreeway.com/HerveyBayFilmFestival

Visit the website for details:
https://hbff.com.au/

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Supporting roles at Community Theatre

Volunteer with us!

Volunteer with Us!

We have various roles available and we aim to support your interest, within Community Theatre!

Please consider Volunteering with Us, on-the-job training provided, email: volunteer@zpactheatre.com.au to sign up for a shift on our next show!

Theatre Memberships!

Become a Theatre Member!

Members benefits!

*Discounts on tickets to Z-PAC Theatre shows

*Members who volunteer for shows get invited to Show Preview Nights

*Invitation to Members Events

For more information and to complete a form, please visit the link below; on our website www.zpactheatre.com.aau

Theatre Memberships

Theatre Bar

Cheers, Drinks & Nibbles!

Theatre Bar-Cheers, Drinks & Nibbles!

The Theatre Bar, is open half an hour to the opening of the show and open during the show. We sell light refreshments, beverages and snacks, which you are most welcome to take into the theatre. As you arrive, you'll be greeted by the Front of House Staff and you'll ease into our Foyer, with a warm ambience!