Theatre presents scholarship

The recipient of this year's Woy Woy Little Theatre Scholarship was announced at the opening night of the Stella By Starlight performance at Peninsula Theatre on July 31.

Local musician Mr Sam Bannerman was awarded the $500 Woy Woy Little Scholarship.

The scholarship is run every year as part of Woy Woy Little Theatre's sponsorship of the Youth in Performing Arts program for the past four years.

Group publicity officer Ms Patrice Horne said the Youth in Performing Arts program aimed to provide an opportunity for youth to perform and participate in a quality program featuring all aspects of the performing arts.

"This year's recipient is musician Sam Bannerman," Ms Horne said.

"Sam is studying music at university and is also writing his own compositions.

"One of his major influences is Bob Dylan and this is reflected in his work.

"Sam is passionate about his chosen career and is determined to succeed.

"One of the past recipients of this award, Zach Smith, is currently playing the lead role in The Producers, which is on at Laycock St Theatre this month."

Press release, 7 Aug 2009 Patrice Horne, Woy Woy Little Theatre