ASTOR THEATRE CLOSING
Sun, 10 Aug 2008, 10:24 pmJim C53 posts in thread
ASTOR THEATRE CLOSING
Sun, 10 Aug 2008, 10:24 pmTodays news anounced the closure of the Astor Theatre. Are we to see the demise of yet another wonderful entertainment venue? The news is that it has become un-economic to run as a cinema any more.
Like most old theatres there is a small stage behind the silver screen with a green room and amenities.
The building itself is heritage listed and can not be demolished. It could be turned into
a Warehouse,Liquor Store, Bowling lane etc like many other of Perths wonderful old theatres.
It would be a shame to see this venue disappear, or even fall into the hands of some of the
large entertainment moguls when we are always looking for suitable venues for live theatre.
I am wondering if any of our members/ readers has any inside information as to the future of this theatre or contacts that could help in turning this into a Community Theatre.
There is huge potential for our collective interest, Live Theatre.
Jaguar.
Tim ProsserMon, 18 Aug 2008, 05:15 pm
Oh gawd, here I go again!
Oh gawd, here I go again! Yes, I'll come and help out at Phoenix - not too keen these days on going up and down ladders or bending for extended periods, but I do have a modicum of experience with scenery/set painting and can build sets (if I must). I'll talk to Hywel about it.
Tim.
TaureanMon, 18 Aug 2008, 05:38 pm
THe Stage is set...
OK Joe,
The stage is set..."And on the first day , God said, "Lx 1 .... GO, GO, GO!" ... and behold there was light..."
Name the day mate, looks like we have a working party!....
Tim, email me for my contact number if you need transport.
Thanks mate!
G.
"Be nice to your Tech's - or they'll turn out the lights and go home!"
Bass GuyMon, 18 Aug 2008, 08:16 pm
Lights vs. Sound joke....
Oldie but a goodie...
Two techies engaged in theological debate (out of earshot of Stage manager)
LX- Of course God sees us as more important; after all The Lord Said "Let There Be Light!". End of discussion, dude...
SFX- Yeah, but you want God to be heard?....
El
"It ain't braggin' if you can back it up."- Jaco Pastorius