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September was the month for us to stage -
for the first time in New Zealand (fanfare
needed here) - 'The Mousetrap' by Agatha
'Showtime' featuring recycled gondola Christie, directed by Richard Harris. This
was THE classic whodunit with a reputation
2011 beyond belief. It was great to be part of

Once again we had not confirmed a our production of the play, a success for
production to begin the year and, after the Society and, according to the write-up
having read ‘The Book Club’ script, Bill and many personal comments, a very
Finn suggested Carol did it to start off the professional job.
year. Thus the year began earlier than
usual in February with 'The Book Club' by Once more we ended the year with a Music
Hall, this one called ‘The Magic of Music
Hall' again directed by Bill Finn. Another
successful season.

Roger Hall, directed by Bill Finn.
2012
June brought us ‘Chance Visitor' by Alexsei Vicky Graham, who had helped us with set
Arbusov, directed by Jane Barr. This saw painting in the past, gave us some tips on
patrons welcomed by a Soviet soldier and deciding a colour scheme for redecorating
the dining rooms decorated in a Russian the passageway and dining rooms. We
theme. were fortunate to receive a grant from Pub
Charities and were able fulfil this
redecoration.

Over the summer break we had the step
removed from the passageway, a ramp
installed, the interior painted, carpet and
new curtains all replaced so that it was
ready for the new season.

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