Geelong Rep is the second oldest repertory theatre company in Australia. It was founded in 1932 and has thus survived for over three quarters of a century.

Its longevity tells us something about Geelong and its people. First, a very significant proportion of our residents enjoy live theatre. Second, during the past 80 years the Geelong population has always contained thespians young and old, who give of their time and talents in the pursuit of theatrical experience.

Currently Rep has almost 200 Members and Subscribers, and many hundreds more who have been involved with Repertory over the years.

From its first performance of Pygmalion in 1932 (the play from which My Fair Lady was derived), Repertory has staged some 400 productions. These have ranged from comedies to costume dramas, mysteries and romances, farces and tragedies all chosen to entertain, amuse, enlighten and surprise Geelong audiences.

Since 1989 the company can be found at 15 Coronation Street, Geelong West and its theatre there, called the Woodbin because it was once a lumber yard, accommodates 80 people.

On May 19th Repertory will celebrate its 80th birthday. Past and present members are invited to drop in to the Woodbin for nibbles and refreshments from 3pm. Entertainment will be provided in the theatre throughout the day.

Geelong Repertory seeks directors for its 2013 season

Geelong Repertory seeks directors for its 2013 season during which we will perform five shows at the Woodbin and one show at the Shenton Centre, the performance space at Geelong High School. In addition we wish to sponsor Rep’s presence at some of the One Act Play festivals around the State.

At the Woodbin
As in previous years we encourage Directors to submit plays that suit the intimate nature of the theatre space and appeal to our growing subscriber base among Geelong audiences. In the past we have performed dramas and comedies, Australian and non-Australian plays, costume dramas and classic plays. We try to generate a balanced program that will stimulate discussion, entertain and challenge.  For information on how to apply please go to the Contact Us section .

For more details contact Bryan Eaton at 5255 2977, 0417 167 677 or president@geelongrep.com.au. Directors please note the deadline for submissions is 31st May 2012.

 
At the Shenton Centre
This is a new venture for Geelong Rep by which we aim to (a) perform plays (or musicals?) that the Woodbin Theatre could not accommodate because of the size and shape of the stage, (b) attempt to bring Rep to the attention of Geelong citizens not currently familiar with the Woodbin (c) foster collaboration between Rep and Geelong High School to encourage young people to pursue all aspects of theatre as a hobby after leaving school and (d) to facilitate the establishment of the Shenton Centre as a Community Theatre. We encourage Directors to think specifically about submitting plays that cannot be performed at the Woodbin and plays that attract a younger demographic than our current subscribers.

The deadline for submission of plays is also 31st May 2012. For more details contact Bryan Eaton as listed above.

One Act Plays
Rep will offer financial support to defray the costs of producing a number of One Act Plays for competition in festivals in 2013. There is no deadline for submission but prospective directors should be aware of the timetable for One Act plays as described at  www.theatrecraft.org.au/one_act_play_festivals.php. 

For more information contact Lynette Blainey