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The reviews are in, and they're glowing! Only four performances left, your best chance is Saturday night with a handful of seats left. Only one ticket left for tonight (Wed) and Friday. Thursday is sold out. Phone 1300 752 126 or use the book now button on this page. --- Review of Face to Face – by Cheryl Threadgold courtesy of The Melbourne Observer. Brighton Theatre Company commences their 2017 season with David Williamson’s Face to Face, playing at the Brighton Theatre until March 4. The lives of employees in a scaffolding business are scrutinised during a conflict resolution session facilitated by conflict counsellor, Jackie Manning. The outcome of this restorative justice negotiation will determine the fate of simple-minded, but hot-headed employee Glen Tregaskis, who has deliberately crashed into his boss Greg Baldoni’s Mercedes Benz car. Through Williamson’s cleverly assorted range of characters, Face to Face presents thought-provoking social commentary on how the compounding toxic effects of various workplace issues such as bullying, infidelity, jealousy, racism, resentment and exploitation can negatively impact the lives of employees and their families. The skilled, meticulous direction of Tim Long engages patrons throughout the ninety minute show and combined with a cast of ten top actors, the naturalistic meeting room set designed by Annie Blood and Tim Long (with slightly elevated rear platform ensuring patrons a full view of all onstage), Gaynor Johnson’s splendid costumes and Williamson’s well-crafted script, tick all the boxes for a first class production. Multi-talented Hayley Lawson-Smith is excellent in her role of meeting facilitator Jackie Manning. Authoritative, sensitive and compassionate, Lawson-Smith literally ‘runs the show’. Xavier Ryan is perfectly cast as Glen, and his performance grows more powerful as we begin to understand the reasons behind his erratic behaviour. Christine Bridge (Maureen Tregaskis), Janine Evans (Claire Baldoni), Verity East (Julie Rossiter), Tom Caine (Barry McLean), David Efron (Greg Baldoni), Matt Mirams (Richard Halligan), Jonathan Best (Luke Mitrovic) and Verity Jackson (Therese Martin) all deliver terrific performances. Congratulations to Brighton Theatre Company on another fine production – this time written by an Australian playwright, and directed and performed by some of the best in local theatre. Do try to see Face to Face before it finishes on March 4, and as a bonus, patrons can be assured of wonderful, friendly hospitality by front-of-house staff, with refreshments served at the end of the performance.

Audition notice - Hats Off! Our second show for 2017. Two audition times are available: 5 March at 3pm & 6 March at 7pm. Synopsis: It’s a weekend in October and five ‘approaching middle age’ women, who have known each other since they shared a student house when they were at university, are catching up at a holiday house in Daylesford owned by one of them. They reminisce about uni days and explore the possibilities of the future. Written by Alison Campbell Rate, and directed by Denise Wellington. To book an audition, please contact Denise via 0410 246 667 or denise.wellington110@gmail.com. Characters Summary: 5F (50s) HARRIET: Recently widowed, mother of three teenagers. University lecturer and owns the holiday house in Daylesford. She’s facing change and is looking for a way forward. TRINITY: Married, no children. Her husband is well-off so Trinity doesn’t need to work, although she trained as a teacher. She projects a somewhat flippant and carefree persona, but this is masking a deep sense of justice and instinct to protect. She prefers to keep things private. GABI: Single mum to a teenage boy, Gabi teaches Drama and English in a secondary school. She’s a bit scatty and usually looks to others for guidance and support. CASSIE: Married with two teenage daughters, Cassie is feeling disillusioned and locked in and she fantasises about escape. As she prefers order and predictability, shared student housing was rather challenging for her. The glass is half empty. MICHELLE: Married and without children, Michelle is a go-getter, clear thinker and straight talker with a dry wit and mischievous nature. She teaches French and Maths at secondary school and has promotion in her sights. Precast Characters: None Audition Venue: BTC Theatre, Brighton Arts & Cultural Centre, Cnr Wilson & Carpenter Streets, Brighton

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Week one of Face to Face is over and we're really proud of this show. The feedback is overwhelmingly positive, and we can't recommend enough that you come see this talented cast bring this piece to life. Book online https://goo.gl/lyyLUv or phone 1300 752 126.

Unfortunately, we have just been made aware that there will be no power to the Brighton Town Hall & Cultural Centre (where BTC is housed) this Sunday, 19 February, and therefore regretfully have to cancel the performance of Face to Face. We tried alternative arrangements but sadly were unable to find another solution. All ticket holders are being contacted by phone and we sincerely apologise. - BTC

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After a successful preview last night, we're very excited for opening night tonight of our first play of the year, Face to Face. Chookas to all who have worked hard, on and off the stage, to ensure this is going to be a great night at the theatre!

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Our Summer Edition of Backstage Banter is out! Read the latest reviews, news and updates from around the theatre. In this edition, review of our last play from 2016, Other People's Money, audition notice for Season 2:Hats' Off, members spotlight, and a tribute to the much loved Barbara Dwyer. goo.gl/lyyLUv

Face to Face, 16 Feb - 04 March 2017

Brighton Theatre Company

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A very early shot of our new cast, scripts still in hand, for BTC's next show, Face to Face. It's shaping up to be a terrific production, led by Director Tim Long. Our cast, a mix of familiar and new faces are: Hayley Lawson-Smith as Jackie Manning Xavier Ryan as Glen Tregaskis Christine Bridge as Maureen Tregaskis Thomas Caine as Barry Mclean David Efron as Greg Baldoni Janine Evans as Clare Baldoni Matt Mirams as Richard Halligan Jonathan Best as Luka Mitrovic Verity East as Julie Rossiter Verity Jackson as Therese Martin

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A fantastic night at the Victorian Drama League Awards last night - and we're proud as punch to be bringing our award for Best Comedy Production home for the second year in a row! A big congratulations to all involved in Bette & Joan, behind and in front of the stage. It takes many hands to make a show a success and we're proud of you all. Nominations & Awards: Best Set Design in Comedy or Drama: John Shelbourn Best Lighting Design in a Comedy or Drama: Martin Gray Best Sound Design in a Comedy or Drama: Bruce Parr Best Properties Design: Deborah Fabbro (WIN) Best Actress in a Comedy: Marianne Collopy Best Actress in a Comedy: Julie Arnold (WIN) Best Director of a Comedy: Alan Burrows Best Comedy Production: Bette and Joan (WIN)

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It's our last season of the year and we're very proud of Other People's Money. It's been a great year at BTC and it's fantastic to end the season with this strong cast. Tickets: https://goo.gl/DmWcbR