Lots of laughs promised at The 39 Steps

The first production for the year opened on 24 February but you can still catch it before its final performance on 12 March.

The 39 Steps is an adaptation of the original film presented as a BBC Radio Play in front of you (the live studio audience). A classic story with lots of action, accents and comedy with two people creating the live sound effects on stage…everything from smashing glass to punching lettuces will have you giggling the whole way through.

John Rowland (Too Many Crooks) has created this radio play for the stage and lets you experience just how they were produced way back when. Bring the family as it will appeal to all age groups. To book your tickets go to www.themountplayers.com or call 5426 1892.

At the AGM on 13 February members gathered for a social time as well as being able to reflect on their successful year in 2022. After the hardships of the previous two COVID years, the theatre was able to pick up momentum and get back to doing what they do best: bringing a diverse range of shows to life at their Mountview Theatre. With the line-up on offer for 2023 it is sure to be another successful year. The second production opens in May; more about that next month.

See you at the theatre!

Balconies by Martin Leitch

Phoenix Macedon Ranges Art & Craft

We would first like to thank all those who attended our December exhibition. We appreciated the kind remarks on the variety and quality of the work by our members and thank patrons for their support.

Our next exhibition is on the weekend of 1 and 2 April; the Saturday from 10am to 4pm and Sunday 9am to 3pm. The Sunday coincides with the April Gisborne market. The exhibition will be in the old Court House in Gisborne, where you will have the chance to view all the artists’ work and to buy a one-of-a-kind item at a reasonable price.

To find out more about our history, work and the next exhibition, visit www.phoenixmrac.com. If you are interested in joining our group, you can contact our longtime member Kay Beale on 9744 2646. Works from Phoenix art and craft group’s December show.

The Gallery Mt Macedon

There are two competitions: the first in April for non-photographic works, and the second in May, for photographic and digital works

Karen Hunt