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THE WITCHES

The Witches is not a fairy tale. This is a play about real witches. Real witches don't ride around on broomsticks. They don't even wear black cloaks and hats. They are vile, cunning, detestable creatures who disguise themselves as nice, ordinary ladies. So how can you tell when you're face to face with one?

This is a faithful adaptation of Roald Dahl’s classic story in which Boy and his Grandmother defeat the Grand High Witch and her followers, who are holding a Conference in an English seaside hotel.

Returning to direct my fifth production with Beaumaris Theatre is both a joy and a privilege. This time, I’ve taken a leap from the world of musicals into the realm of straight plays, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to bring The Witches to life.

Roald Dahl’s The Witches is a masterclass in storytelling that dares to be bold, dark, and wildly imaginative. Dahl wrote this tale to empower children by showing them that courage, cleverness, and love can triumph over even the most sinister forces. Beneath the thrilling surface of witches lies a deeper message about resilience.

Staging The Witches is not just a celebration of Dahl’s storytelling, it’s a chance to spark imagination, laughter, and a little bit of mischief in audiences of all ages. In this tale, witches masquerade as ordinary women, an idea that both thrills and unsettles audiences, encouraging them to question what they see and to trust their instincts!

This show has been a true team effort. I’m incredibly grateful to Chris and Sally for their tireless work on set and props, to Jenni for her magical touch with costumes, to the dynamic duo of Deb and Deb for keeping everything running smoothly as Production Manager and Stage Manager and to Amelie, whose puppeteering skills have added a wonderful layer of magic to our storytelling. A special shoutout to Bronte, whose willingness to step up and assist has been an absolute godsend. Plus, all other volunteers for their contributions to this wonderful community.

I’m proud that this production has given many of our cast members the opportunity to perform in their very first show. Watching them grow in confidence and creativity has been a highlight of this journey.

Thank you for supporting local theatre. We hope this show sparks joy, laughter, and just a little bit of goosebumps, for children and grown-ups alike.

Leah Osburn
Director

Cast

Grand High Witch - Emma Blake

Boy - Alexander Coughlan

Grandmother - Denise McDonough

Bruno - Jack Van Vuuren

Mr Jenkins – John Morgan

Mrs Jenkins – Róisin O’Neill

Amanda Lee Gregory

Angela Andrews

Anne Maree Pollard

Ben Saunders

Claire Ruberu

Emily Daniels

Georgia Clare

Jade Parker-Ryan

Lana Stojanovic

Lara Anderson

Lea Kim

Leisha Anderson

Merie Chenhall

Nuala Martin

Oliver Prince

Olivia Amy Papov

Peter Eddy

Simona Riftin

Susan McQuillan

creative team and crew

Director - Leah Osburn

Director’s Assistant - Bronte Regos Thiele

Production Coordinator - Debbie Keyt

Stage Manager - Deb Carpenter

Assistant Stage Manager - Adi Smit

Set Construction - Chris Churchward

Costume Coordinator - Jenni Osburn

Props Designer & Set Decor - Sally Flemming

Lighting Designer - Yaz Sesta

Sound & Audio Visual Designer - Adam Solomon

Lighting & Sound Operator - Jasmine Farmer

Puppetry - Amelie Newport

Marketing & Program - Kristina Doucouliagos

Photography - Tim Tselepis & Pietro Giordano

Videography - Tim Tselepis

Flier Designer - Ella Creaton

Front of House Coordinator - Fiona Williams

Front of House Manager - Adam Solomon

Box Office - Beaumaris Theatre Committee Members

Front of House Staff - Beaumaris Theatre Members and Friends

Special thanks to Trevor Osburn, Daniel Ischia and Georgy Charles

**Leah Osburn - Director**
Leah Osburn is a seasoned theatre enthusiast with a rich history of directing, choreographing, and performing across numerous community theatre companies in Melbourne. She currently serves as Treasurer for the Music Theatre Guild of Victoria and has held leadership roles with MLOC Productions, including President from 2020 to 2021.
With over a decade of experience in her full-time career outside of the arts at Australia Post, Leah continues to make a vibrant impact in local theatre through her creative leadership and love of storytelling. A proud mum of two, Leah brings warmth, vision, and a collaborative spirit to every show.
Leah most recently directed *Daddy Long Legs* with People's Playhouse, a beautifully intimate production that was met with acclaim for its emotional depth and elegant staging. Prior to that, she directed *A Year with Frog and Toad* at Beaumaris Theatre, delighting audiences with its charm and whimsy.
She is thrilled to be directing *The Witches*, a production that celebrates the magic, mischief, and imagination that make live theatre so special.
She extends heartfelt thanks to her family for their unwavering support and to the Beaumaris Theatre committee for their trust and enthusiasm.

**Emma Blake - Grand High Witch**
Emma is delighted to return to the Beaumaris Theatre stage, having previously appeared as a myriad of woodland creatures in the whimsical *A Year with Frog and Toad*. You might also remember her as the Botox-obsessed blonde beautician from Beaumaris Theatre’s inaugural *Monologue Festival* staged in June 2024.
Beyond Beaumaris Theatre, Emma recently took part in Windmill Theatre Company’s *Mamma Mia!*, contributing both as a pit singer and understudying the role of Rosie.
Other theatre credits include *Seussical* (Windmill Theatre Company), *The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee* (Cactus Musicals), *Guys and Dolls* (Nova Music Theatre), *Into the Woods* (Aspect Inc.), *The Wizard of Oz* (Players Theatre Company), and *Thoroughly Modern Millie* (MLOC).
In 2023, Emma wrote and performed her original cabaret *Basic Witch* as part of PEP Productions’s *Kaleidoscope of Character* series. This act was an exploration of famous witches in pop culture - so it’s a full circle moment for Emma to now don the heels (and claws!) of the iconic Grand High Witch.
She hopes you enjoy the show, and promises that no children were harmed in the making of this performance!

**Alexander Coughlan - Boy**
Alexander is excited to be making his theatre debut as Boy in *The Witches.*
He has been attending drama classes with D.K Productions for the past 18 months and is enjoying the opportunity to develop his acting skills. He is honoured to be the Performing Arts Captain at his primary school in 2025.
Outside of drama, he plays basketball and football and loves watching movies, as well as cheering on his favourite teams, the Melbourne Demons and the Melbourne Storm.
He would like to thank the entire cast and crew for their support and encouragement throughout this incredible experience. He is very excited for his family and friends to see the production.

**Denise McDonough - Grandmother**
Denise got her first taste of theatre decades ago, as a chorus member in high school musicals. While at university, Denise co-wrote and performed in a musical adaptation of Norman Hunter’s children’s book, “The Home-made Dragon”. She played the part of the dragon, a comic role that thrilled the young audiences.
When she moved to Mildura after studying teaching, she once again joined the chorus of musicals in local amateur theatre companies. For the last few decades, she has only performed informally; in items for small community concerts, children’s party entertainment, forcing her workmates to perform the company’s mission statement as interpretive dance when she chaired the team meeting, etc.
Now that her children have grown, she looks forward to performing in formal theatre productions again. She decided to join the Beaumaris Theatre community after finding a newspaper clipping of her mother-in-law in a show with the Theatre in the 1960s.
You may have been served a drink by Denise at the candy bar, but now we welcome her to the Beaumaris Theatre stage for her ‘proper acting’ debut.

**Jack Van Vuuren - Bruno**
Jack is thrilled to be making his debut with Beaumaris Theatre in *The Witches*, marking his first performance beyond the school stage. Now in Year 7, Jack played Grandpa Joe in his Year 6 musical, *Charlie and the Chocolate Factory*, earning the school’s Performing Arts Award.
He has been training with Debbie Keyt at D.K Productions since October 2024 and recently performed in an adaptation of *Ladies in Black* for their end-of-term showcase.
Offstage, Jack enjoys playing trombone and piano, mountain biking, karting, tennis and hockey. He’s also a big fan of Roald Dahl!

**John Morgan - Mr Jenkins**
John is excited to join Beaumaris Theatre in *The Witches.* He previously performed with Brighton Theatre Company in *Torch Song*, and in school productions including *Perils of Prudence Goodheart, War of the Worlds, The Wedding Singer, Across the Barricades*, and *The Drowsy Chaperone.*
He holds a Bachelor of Design (Animation & Interactive Media) from RMIT and works as an animator, writer, and voice actor.
John is passionate about storytelling and thrilled to return to the stage with such a fantastic cast and crew.

**Róisin O’Neill - Mrs Jenkins**
Róisin has been immersed in the performing arts for the last 26 years, with junior drama and working her way up through the Children’s Performing Company of Australia in musical theatre studies, which led to her performing in 2011 at The Palms at Crown as a singer for *One Night with Elvis*.
She moved to productions such as *The Producers* and *Spamalot* (MLOC Productions), *Rock of Ages* (Williamstown Musical Theatre Company), *Into the Woods* and *Beauty and the Beast* (Aspect Inc.).
Recently, she has turned her attention to the classics and some of Shakespeare’s most beloved plays, having worked with the Australian Shakespeare Company’s Graduate Players’ Program, with their 2016 course of *Much Ado: The Musical*, touring all the way to Prague.
Róisin first joined Beaumaris Theatre in their production of *A Year with Frog and Toad* in 2024 as Player One, and returned for *Ladies in Black* earlier this year as Mrs Miles. She’s ready to take on yet another mother role and help bring this classic tale to life.

**Amanda Lee Gregory - Ensemble**
Mandy is new to Beaumaris Theatre and is making her on-stage debut. She has always enjoyed live theatre; however, a career in health has been her main focus, but she has enjoyed public speaking in her leadership roles, speaking at conferences and at fundraising events for the past 30 years.
Mandy’s hobbies and passions include participating and being part of a team, fostering children, especially teenagers, walking her dogs and most recently, travelling around Australia with her husband Joe.
Mandy is very excited to be part of *The Witches.*

**Angela Andrews - Ensemble**
Angela makes her theatrical debut with Beaumaris Theatre in *The Witches*.
Back in the '90s, she lit up the school stage with teenage enthusiasm and a flair for the dramatic. Fast forward to today, and after enrolling in D.K Productions’ adult drama classes just a year ago, Angela has rekindled her love of performance.
Angela is delighted to be back on stage in this wickedly fun and fabulous production.

**Anne-Maree Pollard - Ensemble**
A late starter to theatre, Anne-Maree has been excited to be selected for a part in *The Witches.*
Previous on stage appearances include Bill in *Puss in Boots* (Encore 2025) and Ella Lay and other ensemble roles in *Legends of the Skies -The MacRobertson Trophy Air Race* (LOTS 2024).
Anne-Maree enjoys the community feel of local theatre and the thrill of performing.

**Ben Saunders - Ensemble**
Ben is making his theatrical debut with Beaumaris Theatre, but on a stage he already knows from 18 months of classes with D.K Productions.
Ben is excited about how he will grow in his first theatrical troupe, and the lessons he will learn.
Ben is Arts Captain of his primary school and has appeared in a number of school plays including *Foreigners in Oztrailia* where he played a lead role as Fredrick.
Ben is delighted to play a part in bringing *The Witches* to the Beaumaris Theatre audience.

**Claire Ruberu - Ensemble**
Many moons ago a spell was cast and Claire was first lured to the world of theatre appearing in many school productions. There was no escape and she conjured up roles in Shakespeare, Wilde and Orwell, yet thrived in the wild, unpredictable magic of Theatresports, where no scene was ever quite what it seemed. Claire continued with community theatre... performance was a potion too hard to resist!
Emerging from her cave after a 30 year curse, Claire returned to the stage in Beaumaris Theatre’s *70th Anniversary Christmas Panto-Revue.* She had audiences in a trance at Beaumaris Theatre’s *Monologue Festival,* and keeps her talons sharp with D.K Productions Adult Masterclass. Now, she joins the coven as part of *The Witches* ensemble, stirring the cauldron with a hiss, hex and a cackle.

**Emily Daniels - Ensemble**
Emily is delighted to be making her debut with Beaumaris Theatre.
Her recent acting credits include *A Matter of Life and Death, The Trial, Our Town* and *Romeo & Juliet* (Hart Theatre Company).
She also recently worked backstage on *Hydra* (Brighton Theatre Company).
Emily is thrilled for the chance to be part of this wonderful production and is incredibly grateful to the team for making it possible.

**Georgia Clare - Ensemble**
Georgia hasn’t always been a fan of all things spooky; as a child she was the first to look away during The Grand High Witch’s reveal on TV and refused to watch the rest of *The Witches* film. She’s sure you’ll be far braver than she was and enjoy the show! She promises it's all in good fun.
Other than her love of all things kooky and spooky she has completed a Bachelor of Creative Arts (Drama) course at Deakin University. She is in Bustco’s current production of *Pride & Prejudice* as Lady Lucas. Her previous roles include *Myrtle Wilson* in The Great Gatsby (The 1812 Theatre), various roles in her co-written play Gary the Ghost, Ruth in *Cosi* (Bustco) and an Ensemble Robot in *Rossum’s Universal Robots* (Bustco).

**Jade Parker-Ryan - Ensemble**
Jade has been a part of a few different shows including her primary school’s production, *Journey into the Chelsea Cinema*, playing a Men in Black agent and Simba in *The Lion King*.
She has been a part of D.K Productions for a year and has performed in two shows, *Family Feud* and *Ladies In Black,* as well as two monologues, *Presidents* and *Energy.*
She is so grateful to have this chance to be a part of Beaumaris Theatre and this production *The Witches.*

**Lana Stojanovic - Ensemble**
This is the second time Lana has had the pleasure of being involved in a production at Beaumaris Theatre. The first time was in 2016 in *Flowers for Algernon*.
Lana’s previous credits are Little Mary in *Stage Door* (Aspect Theatre), Mrs. Debden and Mrs. Partridge in *Keeping Up Appearances* (MLOC), Gwen in *Away* (Encore Theatre) and Diana a cheeky plane, the Airwomen of Style, Narrator and an Irish bar women for the *Legend of the Skies*. Lana has also appeared in several radio plays broadcast on 88.3 Southern FM.
She has thoroughly enjoyed being involved with *The Witches* and working with such a fantastically talented cast and crew. She hopes you enjoy the show.

**Lara Anderson - Ensemble**
We welcome Lara as she makes her debut in community theatre.
She’s enjoyed being part of D.K Productions drama classes at Beaumaris Theatre and is excited to bring her skills to the stage. Lara loves bringing playfulness into life, including in her work as an occupational therapist.
She is currently studying at Monash on a project about accessible playground design.
Rest assured, she genuinely likes children… and is not a witch in hiding.

**Léa Kim - Ensemble**
*The Witches* is Léa's theatre debut and she is very excited to be a part of the production.
She has been doing classes with D.K Productions and performed in an abridged version of *Ladies in Black* in term one.
Léa's hobbies are dancing, skateboarding, art and gymnastics and she loves the performing arts.

**Leisha Anderson - Ensemble**
Leisha has been studying drama since high school, covering both theatre and film making.
She is currently taking lessons D.K Productions and has performed in multiple end of term performances, including improv performances, a monologue festival and abridged interpretations of *Steel Magnolias* and *Ladies in Black*.
She has loved being involved in *The Witches* and hopes you enjoy the show.

**Merie Chenhall - Ensemble**
Merie is thrilled to be part of *The Witches*, her first feature production since returning to acting and drama in recent years.
A dedicated student of D.K Productions, Merie has appeared in a variety of end-of-term performances, including monologues, short plays, and improvisation. One of her favourite roles to date was the delightfully unhinged Dee (Doug) in an abridged version of *Cosi*.
Merie also had a fantastic time appearing in the music video for Madigan’s Wake’s hit single of the same name.

**Nuala Martin - Ensemble**
Nuala is a married mum of three. Originally from Ireland, she moved to Australia in 2002.
She was a keen performer many years ago during her school years and she was a member of a local amateur theatre company in her teens. After having her children, she thought it would be fun to start acting again and she joined D.K Productions in 2014.
In her down time she is a member of the Australian Pop Choir and loves going dancing, seeing bands and socialising. Nuala played Sally in *A Pack of Lies* and Big Mary in *Stage Door* (Aspect Inc.).
Nuala is so excited to be part of this marvellous production because she is a big Roald Dahl fan.

**Oliver Prince - Ensemble**
This is Oliver’s Beaumaris Theatre debut, and he is overjoyed to be a part of this production.
At Beaumaris Secondary College, Oliver has performed as Billy in *School of Rock*, The Mad Hatter in *Alice in Wonderland,* Family Member1 in *Who no kno go kno* and The Narrator in *PUFFS.* He has also been taking singing lessons with Lucinda Franco.
Oliver has been performing with Stage Left Performing Arts School for the past nine years in roles such as Lord Farquaard in *Shrek*, Iago in *Aladdin*, Featured Ensemble in *Beauty and the Beast*, Featured Ensemble in *Pirates of Penzance,* Grimsby in *The Little Mermaid* and The Mad Hatter in *Alice in Wonderland* (the musical). Oliver’s interests include theatre, music, books and vinyl record collecting.

**Olivia Amy Papov - Ensemble**
*The Witches* is Olivia’s first production with Beaumaris Theatre and they are very excited to be a part of it.
Olivia is in their first year of Creative Arts, majoring in theatre at Deakin University, Burwood.
Their previous productions include *Matilda the Musical, Beware For I am Fearless*, an original play by Nick Waxman and Nicole Smith, and *Was and Will Be*, also an original play by Tracey Rigney, Brodie Murray, and Tom Molyneux in high school.
Olivia enjoys watching live theatre, figure skating, and video editing. They have thoroughly enjoyed being a part of *The Witches* and hopes you enjoy it too.

**Peter Eddy - Ensemble**
Peter has performed with over a dozen community theatre groups including BATS, Frankston Theatre Group, Southern Peninsula Players, Panorama Theatre Company and PLOS.
Since October 2013, Peter has been a Co-Director of Smile Theatre Company and in partnership he has co-written, co-directed & co-produced six original plays.
Whilst this is Peter’s debut with Beaumaris Theatre, he genuinely pays tribute to the other members of the cast for their professional displays of hard-work, loyalty, integrity & talent through the entire rehearsal process. Be spellbound with the magic and innocence that is *The Witches.*

**Simona Riftin - Ensemble**
Simona is thrilled to return to the stage in *The Witches* after making her theatrical debut as the fabulous Queen in *Puss in Boots* with Encore Theatre Company. Stepping into such a bold and joyful role ignited her passion for performance and storytelling.
She has completed improvisation training and taken part in various dance and acting showcases, embracing characters that are playful, expressive, and full of heart.
Simona also sits on the Encore Theatre Company Committee, contributing to marketing and publicity, and is passionate about supporting local theatre both on and off the stage. Simona is excited to conjure up some mischief in *The Witches* and can’t wait to share the magic with audiences.

**Susan McQuillan - Ensemble**
Susan is a dynamic, local stage performer whose passion for theatre has taken her from playful high school productions to Melbourne’s vibrant comedy and improvisation scene. Susan has refined her craft through training with D.K Productions and Impro Melbourne, focusing on scene work, narratives, and even improvised musicals.
Susan’s recent work includes her sold out stand-up comedy show *Life in the Middle* and featured roles in vignette productions of *Steel Magnolias* and *Ladies in Black*. Past performances include lead roles in *Cinderella, Bye Bye Birdie* and an original production, *Braces and Bows*.
Away from the stage and part time work, Susan enjoys the beauty of bayside beaches and volunteering in the local community.

**Bronte Regos Thiele - Director’s assistant**
Bronte is excited to work with Beaumaris Theatre again and assist Leah in bringing the wonderful world of *The Witches* to life.
Previously she directed and choreographed *The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee* (Cactus Musicals), directed *Freaky Friday* (Theatrical), and was musical director of *Wizard of Oz* (Theatrical). Her most recent on-stage role was playing Diana Barry in *Anne and Gilbert - the Musical* (Beaumaris Theatre).
Other theatre works include performing her self-devised cabaret D’Evil: An exploration of villainy at The Butterfly Club, D.A in Beyond Cinema’s immersive experience of *The Shawshank Redemption*, and Deborah Sue in *Bye Bye Birdie* (MLOC).

**Debbie Keyt - Production Coordinator**
Deb’s first on-stage role at Beaumaris Theatre was in 1996 as Ruth in *Table Manners*. She has portrayed many delightful and wickedly wonderful characters over the years here and with other companies.
A passionate director, Deb has directed 26 productions at Beaumaris Theatre, the most recent of which was *Ladies in Black* earlier this year.
Deb established D.K Productions in 2001, nurturing theatrical passion in performers of all ages. She was honoured with Beaumaris Theatre Life Membership in 2009 and Music Theatre Guild of Victoria’s esteemed Edith Harrhy Award in 2021 for outstanding service to Musical Theatre. Deb is the current President of Beaumaris Theatre.

**Deb Carpenter - Stage Manager**
Deb walked into Beaumaris Theatre thirteen years ago to help with costumes for *Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat* and hasn’t left!
She has made costumes, props, sets and helped backstage for many productions as well as making wonderful lifelong friends at the theatre with lots of fun and laughs.

**Chris Churchward - Set Construction**
Chris has been with involved with Beaumaris Theatre since 2007 with set construction as well as roles onstage, backstage and set design and his most recent set construction credits include *The Vicar of Dibley, A Year with Frog & Toad* and *Arsenic and Old Lace.*
Chris performed with MOTTS for many years as well as Aspect, MLOC and 1812.
On the Beaumaris Theatre stage Chris has performed in *The Sound of Music, To Kill a Mockingbird, Fawlty Towers* and *The Vicar of Dibley.*

**Jenni Osburn - Costume Coordinator**
Jenni’s first show at Beaumaris Theatre in 2007 was *A Midsummer Night’s Dream*, with her daughter Leah and she has been our costume specialist ever since working on approximately 30 productions.
Some of her credits include Ladies in Black; Arsenic & Old Lace; Chicago; A Chorus Line; The Little Mermaid JR; The Sound of Music; Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat; Avenue Q; SNOOPY!!! Anne & Gilbert- the Musical, Jack & the Beanstalk- a Panto; Cinderella - The Pantomime; PUFFS, Little Miss Sunshine and *A Year with Frog and Toad.*
Jenni is currently serving as Treasurer of Beaumaris Theatre and she is a very proud Life Member.

**Sally Fleming - Props Coordinator and Set Decor**
Sally has been a friend of Beaumaris Theatre for over 15 years, occasionally lending props from her collection.
Last year she had fun helping Leah Osburn bring her production of *A Year with Frog and Toad* to the stage, assisting with set painting, props and crew. She hasn’t strayed far, returning to help in one way or another with each production since then - set designs, set painting, prop hunting, last minute prop making, and many “I have one at home” resource solutions.
Sally’s onstage credits include Miss Hannigan in *Annie*, Martha Watson in White Christmas (Guild Commendation), Hattie in *Kiss Me, Kate* and the Rose Seller/Ensemble in *Oliver!* (all MLOC Productions).

**Yaz Sesta - Lighting Designer**
*The Witches* is Yaz's second show with Beaumaris Theatre and her first was *Arsenic & Old Lace* at the end of 2024.
Over the last 18 years, she has worked with numerous companies such as Players Theatre Company, Phoenix Theatre Company, PEP Productions, Fab Nobs, Aspect and MLOC in various roles as Lighting Designer, Dome Operator, and Stage Manager.
Yaz has received Lyrebird Awards for her Lighting Design of *Chicago* (Phoenix Theatre Company), *Assassins* and *Disenchanted* (PEP Productions).

**Amelie Newport - Puppeteer**
Beaumaris Theatre audiences will remember Amelie in her role of Olive Hoover in *Little Miss Sunshine*. Amelie has performed in many musicals including Narrator in *Into the Woods Jnr*, Young Anna in *Frozen Jnr*., Sondra McCallister in *Home Alone*, as well as ensemble for *Aladdin Jnr* and *The Wizard of Oz.* In 2024 Amelie was featured in several advertising campaigns and was the lead in a short film *La Reverie de Mera*.
Amelie is thrilled to add to her backstage experience by being a puppeteer for *The Witches.* Amelie loves designing and making props and costumes. She most recently made masks for Abu and Rajah in *Aladdin Jnr* as well as helping make Milky White and the Wolves Stomach for *Into the Woods Jnr.*

**Adam Solomon - Sound & Audio Visual Designer**
Adam has worked in the Music and Film Industries in Australia and the UK for over 30 years and is passionate about live sound production.
He found a home at Beaumaris Theatre in 2019 and his show credits include *PUFFS; The Three Musketeers; Beaumarisical; Little Miss Sunshine; Beaumaris Theatre’s 70th Anniversary Panto-Revue; A Year With Frog & Toad The Bridges of Madison County* and *Ladies in Black.*
Adam’s theory is ‘the more gear you plug in and set up the more fun it is’. He is a treasured member of our Beaumaris Theatre Committee and our resident technological whiz.

Jasmine Farmer - Lighting and Sound Operation

Jas is a new volunteer to Beaumaris Theatre. This is her first involvement in a production, and she is very excited to be a part of it.

Jas is passionate about volunteering and supporting the community. Her interests include musical theatre and learning new skills behind the scenes.

Jas hopes to become more involved backstage in theatre productions, so we all wish her well for the future.

**Adi Smit - Assistant Stage Manager**
Adi is a 17-year-old student finishing high school this year with a lifelong love for the performing arts.
She’s been singing and acting since the age of six, and has performed in school productions such as *School of Rock* and *Mamma Mia!*
*The Witches* marks her first time stepping backstage as part of the crew, and she’s incredibly excited to explore this new side of theatre and help bring the magic to life.

Beaumaris Theatre was founded by Bill and Angela Martin in 1953. Bill and Angela were thespians who built a theatre in the attic of their home. It housed about twenty audience members and had a small stage and dressing room.

Soon the demand for tickets for these productions far exceeded the space available, so the Martins along with other members of the Beaumaris Players, worked very hard to have the theatre space we now know in Wells Road.

For the last 70 years, thespians from all walks of life and various backgrounds have been treading the prestigious boards laid by Bill and Angela. We are delighted to continue their legacy of producing theatre for the Bayside community and beyond.

BEAUMARIS THEATRE COMMITTEE

President - Debbie Keyt
Vice-President - Dan Bellis
Treasurer - Jenni Osburn
Secretary & Public Officer - Lynda French
Marketing Manager & Membership Secretary - Kristina Doucouliagos
Committee Members - Adam Solomon, Camilla Klesman, Deb Carpenter, Fiona Williams, Georgy Charles and Harrison Ewart-Dart.

BEAUMARIS THEATRE LIFE MEMBERS

Bill Martin; Angela Martin; Roger North; Esme North; Roy Baldwin; Bea Beckwith; Anne Lowe; Jean Freer; Beth Kelsall; John Rees-Osborne; Nancy Sutch-Taylor; Edda Dawson; Barbara Franks; Annie Laurenson; Jenny Mullholland; Stephen Mulholland; Don Strong; Taffy Strong; Michael Coultas; Graham Eddie; Derek Curd; Janine Chugg; Debbie Keyt; Robyn Morris; Steve Morris; Neil Barnett; Rhonda Vaughan; Vince Vaughan; Danny Forward; Jenni Osburn; Trevor Osburn; Kristina Doucouliagos; Fred Pezzimenti and Camilla Klesman.