Greytown Little Theatre (GLT) is a community-based theatre group that has been active in Greytown for
more than 100 years. We have our own premises, Studio 73, located in the centre of Greytown at 73 Main
Street. We share the space with a range of other community groups usually for daytime activities.

It is GLT’s plan to present up to 4 productions a year (3 seasons presented in 2024 to full houses). We are
seeking expressions of interest from potential directors to direct our November 2025 production and our
productions in 2026. When considering a play you need to take account of both our very supportive
audience and the Studio 73 parameters for a show. Small to modest sized casts will work better in the
studio however all innovative ideas for shows will be considered. We seeking to present a diverse range of
plays but all of our productions must make a financial surplus either through ticket sales, sponsorship,
grants or other generated income.

Currently Studio 73 is undergoing a major upgrade which will see the current studio earthquake
strengthened and a modest extension added to the building. It is expected that this work will be completed
in late September 2025.

 

We do not operate with a fixed stage but with the space being flexible to mount our productions in a
range of layouts. (We can provide images of previous layouts). Since establishing Studio 73 in 2021 we
have presented a range of productions in various styles including with audience on raked seating, in the
round and cabaret style. With the upgrade this will present a few more options.

 

The studio has a capacity for around 45 to 50 audience although when set up for a concert this increases to
around 60- 65 people seated theatre style.

 

Studio 73 is shared by other community groups who present a range of daytime activities. We have
successfully managed the various uses which have on occasions meant other the daytime activities being
suspended for a 2 week period while a show is presented. When considering a production we look at these
logistics. Our community activities generate a significant portion of our monthly operating costs and the
funding for the upgrade has been conditional on continued community use.

 

We are seeking written expressions of interest from potential Directors. We would like the expression of
interest to provide as short synopsis of suggested play/s and outline technical needs for the production.
You should indicate if the performance rights are available. The proposal should also include a brief outline
of the Director’s experience.

 

No fees are paid to our Directors but some travel allowance may be available.

 

For any further information call or email John Gilberthorpe, President GLT
j.gilberthorpe@xtra.co.nz or call or text him 0274586126

 

Thank you for your interest.