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BUSSELTON REPERTORY CLUB

and WELD THEATRE

BREAKING News

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  • Check out all the news in our exciting Newsletter
    1.  Audition Callecent AGM
    2.  Our recent AGM
    3.  Become a Member

  • 4. Pantomime assistance Call

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Busselton Repertory

The Repertory Club is a vibrant body with members performing on average, four plays and a pantomime every year. The plays normally run for a season of at least six performances each, while the yearly panto runs for ten performances.

As well as the productions, the Club organises occasional excursions to other live performances in Bunbury or Perth as well as social nights at the theatre

CONTACT US

13 Queen Street, Busselton 6280

Cnr Queen and Adelaide Streets

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TICKETS:  0498 581 454

EMAIL

secretary.bsnrep@gmail.com

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The Busselton Repertory Club acknowledges the Traditional Custodians, the Wadandi people, on whose land we are living, and pay our respects to Elders, past, present and emerging.

2021 Busselton Repertory Club Inc.

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2026 Pantomime:  AUDITIONS CALL

 

1.  BOOK YOUR AUDITION SPOT NOW

We will be holding auditions in September for our January 2026 Pantomime.  Here are all the details:.

Welcome to Pantoland, full of laughter, fairy dust, and… total chaos. When the Spirit of Pantomime is kidnapped by the wicked witch Mouldywart, it’s up to pantomime dame Tiffany Tickle and her plucky children Tommy and Tilly to bring the funny back to town.
With the help of the ever-hopeful PC Pete, his loyal police dog Baxter, and a half-retired Fairy Grandmother who uses her zimmer frame more than her magic wand these days, they set off on a mission to rescue laughter itself. Along the way, they’ll face gloomy royalty, mischievous cats, and plenty of pantomime mayhem. Will the citizens of Pantoland ever laugh again?


This original pantomime mash-up is packed with all your favourite traditions. Slapstick, audience interaction, catchy songs, and jokes to make even the grumpiest Grandparent giggle. Once Upon a Time in Pantoland is a magical, madcap adventure that might just prove happily ever afters really do happen.


Script by Alex Jackson (https://www.alexjacksonpantomimes.com)
Script kindly presented in agreement with www.alexjacksonpantomimes.com
What’s going on?

 

Come and audition for our January 2026 Pantomime “Once Upon a Time in Pantoland” show.
What dates and times are the auditions?

  • Tuesday 23rd September 6:00pm – 9:00pm (Old Court House)

  • Saturday 27th September 10:00am – 4:00pm (Acting Up! Studio)

  • Sunday 28th September 10:00am – 4:00pm (Acting Up! Studio)

  • Monday 29th September 1:00pm – 4:00pm (Acting Up! Studio)

 

Where are the auditions held?

  • Acting Up! Studio, Queen Street, opposite the Weld Theatre

  • Old Court House, Queen Street, next to Acting Up! Studio

Who can audition?
Everyone! Juniors, chorus and main cast auditions will be on the above dates


What do I do?
Make sure to check out the rehearsal info and proposed show dates. Also read through the character descriptions to help you choose a character/s. Contact assistant director Veronica Kelly at auditions.panto2026@gmail.com or 0498 581 454 to confirm an audition date and time. You will be provided with pages of the script to perform for the character/s you are trying out for. Also, have a song ready to sing! (Songs with a tune- no rapping!)

Rehearsal Info:
Main rehearsals for all cast will be held on Sundays starting on 26th October 2025.
Singing rehearsals will be held on Tuesday nights.


Proposed Show Dates:
Thursday 1st January 2026 (7pm)
Friday 2nd January 2026 (7pm)
Saturday 3rd January 2026 (2pm)
Sunday 4th January 2026 (11am and 4pm)
Thursday 8th January 2026 (7pm)
Friday 9th January 2026 (7pm)
Saturday 10th January 2026 (11am and 4pm)
Sunday 11th January 2026 (2pm)


Characters:
Spirit of Pantomime:    Narrator of sorts. Provides joy to Pantoland. Gives insights on other characters.
Tommy Tickle:               The class clown of this panto. A funny, silly and energetic lad.
Tilly Tickle:                     A mature, independent and kind hearted girl who can be just as funny as her family, but is often overshadowed.
Tiffany Tickle:                Flirtatious, fabulous, funny dame… what more can I say?
Prince Harry:                Helpful, respectful and honourable son of King Charming, always willing to lend a hand.
King Charming:            A sad old King who has lost his happiness and passion for life.
PC Pete:                        Happy go lucky policeman, very cheerful and helpful.
Baxter: PC                    Pete’s faithful, loyal, and friendly dog companion.
Mouldywart:                An evil, miserable witch who wants to remove all the joy from Pantoland.
Snitch:                           Mouldywart’s sneaky, mean cat.
Fairy Grandmother:   Elderly, semi- retired Fairy Godmother who is a bit hard of hearing but still means well.
Debbie:                         Organised PA for the Fairy Grandmother.
Chorus/Ensemble/Juniors: Villagers/people of Pantoland, fairy students, ghosts, guards, ghouls


See the Pantoland poster below:
 

2.  OUR RECENT AGM
Thanks to all who attended our AGM recently.  John McCallum reported some news on our long-awaited return to the Weld Theatre.  Some preparation for our return has been carried out, but no definite date has been set.  The Club's annual financial report was also presented. Nominations were called for the Management Committee for the coming year.

Congratulations to the new Management Committee for 2025-26. 
It is as follows:
President:  John MCcallum
Vice President:  Judy Walsh
Secretary:  Clara Kotai
Treasurer:  Libby Lechte
Committee members:  Phyl Peach, Kevin Hall, Toni Schoen, Terry Thompson, Janet Dickinson, John Winchcombe, John Lee and new member Sheila Bentley.


3.  BECOME A MEMBER

You can become a member or renew your membership easily.  Membership fee is $10.
It's easy, simply go to 
https://www.trybooking.com/DBUZL and pay on line.
Or you can scan the QR code (on the right) and, using your credit card, instantly become a member.
Your membership is valid through to the end of 2026.  Wow! 


4.  PANTOMIME 2026
As already mentioned, Pantomime is on again this coming January. Despite not having guaranteed access to our theatre in time, we will go ahead with our famous Annual Pantomime.  We have now started planning for the annual Pantomime to be held in early January 2026.  Please contact us if you can offer assistance in any support areas. The team will need you to make this a smashing success.

So, keep your eyes open for news in your inbox, or on our website at www.busseltonrepertory.com.au .

Thank you for your ongoing support of The Busselton Repertory Club, and we look forward to seeing you very soon in The Weld Theatre with its enhanced facilities.


Terry Thompson
The Busselton Repertory Club

 

 

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