The Glenbrook Players have been delighting Blue Mountains audiences and beyond for 50 years.
The multi-skilled ensemble group began in 1975 as the Lower Mountains Repertory Theatre and have since performed over 100 shows. They plan to celebrate the half-century milestone with a three-day line-up of events from July 3 to 5.
Festivities will start with a variety of excerpts from previous productions, including ‘Wyrd Sisters’, ‘A Comedy of Errors’, ‘Blithe Spirit’, and more on July 3.
“Theatre is a collaborative and collective experience,” said Glenbrook Players President John Bailey.
“We wanted to share some of the memories that live on in us with the audience members and loyal supporters who have been on the journey with us over the years.”
The group started performing at the old Glenbrook School of Arts before renovations created the current Glenbrook Theatre.
Over the years, new members with new skills have joined the repertoire.
“It is this continuity of lifelong members welcoming new blood with new skills and talents that has ensured the group’s flourishing for half a century,” explained Robyn Pope, the group’s treasurer, early member and chief archivist.
“We are celebrating our achievements with members ranging in age from 15 to 85. It’s really great to be a part of.”
The second event in the line-up will be a ‘Cocktails and Canapes’ night on July 4 for members, past members and invited guests.
Then on July 5, a free exhibition of costumes, sets, posters, props, photographs and memorabilia will be on display at the Glenbrook Theatre Side Hall from 10am onwards to reflect on the last five decades of the Glenbrook Players and the impact it has had on the Blue Mountains.
Tickets for the Showcase Performance on July 3 are on sale now at http://www.glenbrookcinema.com.au/players.
Ally Hall joined the Western Sydney Publishing Group in 2024, and focuses on entertainment and community stories. She is a graduate of the University of South Australia.