Merrigong News
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18 Jun 2009
Your questions answered by cast members
As well as bringing great theatre to your doorstep, Merrigong endeavours to open dialogues amongst patrons, staff and cast. You will already be aware of our 'Meet the Artists' nights and our Facebook page. Now you have a chance to send us questions for cast and creative members of upcoming Merrigong shows and we'll get them answered on our website. Send your questions to info@merrigong.com.au and keep your eyes on our site!
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15 Jun 2009
Merrigong's 2008 Annual Report
Merrigong Theatre Co’s Annual Report for 2008 is now available. This details the full range of activities that the company has undertaken in the past year. To see a copy of the report, you can click here. Please note that this is a large document, and may take a few minutes to download.
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03 Jun 2009
Merrigong Goes Green!
This year, we've been paying particular attention to ways our organisation can reduce the impact we have on the environment. One of the initiatives we began in February this year was to start a commercial recycling program throughout the venue. We've just received an update from the recycling facility we use letting us know that our first 3 months has been a great success! In this time, they have collected, processed and recovered 9.32 cubic metres in volume and 746 kg in total weight, that would otherwise have gone to landfill. It breaks down to:
- 291 kg Paper & cardboard products
- 237 kg Glass products
- 168 kg Plastic products
- 18 kg Aluminum products
- 32 kg Steel productsWatch this space for more updates on new initiatives and 'green' achievements!
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02 Jun 2009
Kahlil Ashanti is in the building!
We're delighted to welcome Kahlil Ashanti to Merrigong. It's been two years since Artistic Director / CEO Simon Hinton first sat down with Kahlil in Edinburgh to discuss the possibility of bringing his acclaimed hit comedy Basic Training to Australia for a national tour. This week these discussions and a lot of hard work finally come to fruition as Basic Training opens its 14-venue tour in Wollongong. In 2009, Merrigong commenced its fourth year as a producing company and its second with a show on tour. This is however our first tour on a national scale!
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18 May 2009
The Vault Cabaret - Photos Now on Facebook
What a night it was! Check out the photos of May's Vault Cabaret's shenanigans on Merrigong's Facebook page.
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13 May 2009
Project X - free preview in Crown St Mall this Thursday!
Head to the Crown St Mall stage this Thursday 14 May at 7pm to catch the Project X performers doing a very special FREE preview of their show! Dancing, beatboxing, funk, hip hop, acrobatics – these guys will amaze you with their energetic, inspirational and innovative creation of sounds.
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08 May 2009
Mother's Day Gift Vouchers
Surprise a loved one with a gift voucher to shows at IPAC. By clicking here, you can purchase gift vouchers to the value of $5, $10, $20, $50, and $100. These can be used to purchase tickets to any show or season package for up to twelve months.
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17 Apr 2009
Metamorphosis Cast / Audience Video
Metamorphosis opened to rapturous applause on Wednesday 15 April. Click on the following link to see a video of cast and audience interviews: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CGXohETv7I.
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30 Mar 2009
Gordon Theatre re-opening April 1st.
The Gordon Theatre refurbishment has been three months of challenging, hard work and the result is fantastic! The new look will be unveiled with a small ceremony on Wednesday April 1st at 8pm to guests coming along to see Fiona Scott Norman's The Needle and the Damage Done. Visitors to IPAC can now enjoy new seating and carpets in the Gordon Theatre, fresh paint and carpets in the foyer, improved disabled access, a hearing loop for the hearing impaired and upgrades to the bathrooms and disabled toilets.
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12 Mar 2009
Get involved as a marketing volunteer!
Merrigong Theatre Company runs a marketing volunteer program utilising people from the local community to assist in various duties, such as mailouts, database maintenance, identifying marketing opportunities and writing direct mail. If you have an interest in theatre and enjoy interaction with a variety of people, this is a great opportunity to develop your skills and gain workplace experience at the same time as contributing to an exciting, vibrant company. If you'd like to take part, please contact the Education and Promotions Co-ordinator, Jennifer O'Sullivan on 4226 3699 ext.103 or email josullivan@merrigong.com.au.
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26 Feb 2009
Snugglepot and Cuddlepie at IPAC and Botanic Gardens
We're very pleased that Wollongong's Botanic Gardens have agreed to run special Snugglepot and Cuddlepie treasure hunts and guided tours during the April school holidays. Now you can watch the show live on stage at IPAC (21 - 22 April) and enjoy adventures amongst the real life flora and fauna up the road! Details will soon be available on the Botanic Gardens website.
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26 Feb 2009
Drew Forsythe joins cast of The 39 Steps
The Wharf Revue's Drew Forsythe recently joined the cast of The 39 Steps and has since wowed audiences in Melbourne, Frankston and Newcastle. We look forward to having Drew back on stage at IPAC! -
08 Jan 2009
Bruce Gordon Theatre Refurbishment
The Bruce Gordon Theatre is currently undergoing renovations, requiring the closure of Aromas Cafe until 27th January. The disabled toilet facilities are also undergoing an upgrade and are currently inaccessible. The Box Office is continuing business as normal. If you require the use of affected facilities, Box Office staff will be happy to assist you with accessing alternative arrangements. We apologise for any inconvenience you may experience and look forward to welcoming you to our newly refurbished theatre on 1st April 2009.
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10 Nov 2008
Welcome to Merrigong's Season 2009!
As well as an exciting new season, Merrigong has introduced a variety of great new benefits to being a 2009 Season Ticket Holder (which you can read about in our Season Tickets section) and a brand new website. We hope you enjoy surfing through the site and encourage you to leave a message in the Your Say section, which will be live next week.
Also, if you have not already signed up to our e-news and Facebook group, take a moment to join up so we can keep you up to date on all events, news and special offers.
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21 Oct 2008
The Narcissist - Special Offer!
Present your ticket for The Narcissist at the Hotel Illawarra after the show and you will be rewarded with free express entry and receive a welcome drink of your choice*.
(*one drink per ticket, valid before midnight, standard RSA regulations and dress code applies)
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02 Sep 2008
The Red Shoes - Ballet and Accommodation Offer
Medina Apartment Hotels and Merrigong Theatre Company have joined forces to create a special night out for ballet lovers.
The offer includes two tickets to come and see the West Australian Ballet's The Red Shoes on either Friday 21 November or Saturday 22 November at 8pm, and then stay overnight in a one bedroom apartment at Medina Executive Wollongong for $250.00.
Contact Medina on 4250 5000 to book and quote "RED SHOES".
*This offer is subject to availability
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15 Aug 2008
Valley Song at Glen Street Theatre
We are very excited to see our production of Valley Song, hit the road on a brief tour of NSW this month. Catch Philip Hinton and Alexandria Steffenson in Athol Fugard’s moving work as it travels through Sydney, Bathurst, Parramatta and Newcastle!
1 & 2 Aug Illawarra Performing Arts Centre 02 4226 3366 5 - 16 Aug Seymour Centre, Sydney 02 9351 7940 19 - 30 Aug Glen Street Theatre, Belrose 02 9975 1455 2 Sept BMEC, Bathurst 02 6333 6161 4 - 6 Sept Riverside Theatres, Parramatta 02 8839 3399 9 - 13 Sept Playhouse, Newcastle 02 4929 1977 -
05 Aug 2008
FREE EVENT - In Concert 2008
Orange County High School of Arts Symphony Orchestra in collaboration with Wollongong High School of Performing Arts will showcase some of the best Australian and American musicians in this exhilarating concert.
This is a free event starting at 6:30pm. Tickets available at the door.
