Theatre committee structure endorsed

Gosford Council has endorsed a proposed membership structure for the Laycock St and Peninsula Theatre advisory committee.

The committee proposed a structure which includes a councillor as chairperson, and representatives from Gosford Musical Society, the Woy Woy Little Theatre company, the regional art gallery, theatre volunteers, members of the Darkinjung community, as well as two young people, seven community members and the manager of arts and culture

The proposal retained representation by the previous groups but adds representation from the local indigenous community and a specific representative of young people.

The community representatives are anticipated to include the individuals who have been involved to date and who are interested in continuing their involvement.

These individuals represent a broad range of groups that use the theatres.

The new arrangements are proposed to take effect from the first meeting next year.

The committee's role will include assisting the management to secure sponsorship, grants and donations to support the program at the Peninsula Theatre.

It will also include supporting the ongoing development of the theatre, the implementation of special arrangements with the Gosford Musical Society and Woy Woy Little Theatre.

It will provide a forum for discussion of policy and programming issues for the two theatres.

Council agenda CS.32, November 23