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During 2010 the Eastbourne Under
Ground Theatre (UGT) is again putting on a tremendous range of
professional drama, jazz, chamber music,
and much more. And
all at bargain prices!
● Every Saturday throughout the year there is a coffee morning with an art exhibition or live music. And entry for those doesn't cost you a penny! ● The theatre is able to keep its costs down - and pass on the savings to its customers - because it is run by volunteers. Among them is harbour resident Geoff Morley - who explains what volunteering is all about: |
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If
you are interested in the theatre, but lack the courage to
go on stage, there are ample opportunities for you to get at
least a whiff of the greasepaint - at the Eastbourne Under
Ground Theatre.
That's the one you have probably never even heard of - despite my continuing efforts (as unpaid press officer!) to give it a higher profile.
The theatre is tucked away
under the main library, at the corner
of Grove
Road, near the station. The UGT receives no grants or
funding - which is where the volunteers come in.
Revamped in 2006 following a flash
flood, the
theatre is now a rather more attractive place - offering a
range of opportunities to anyone who wants to volunteer. For
instance: in addition to my publicity work, I have taken
frequent turns serving coffee, with my wife, as well as the
occasional session handling tickets, or acting as
"front-of-house". Other regular roles include box-office and
brochure distribution.
The theatre is also always on the lookout for people with specialist interests, such as sound and lighting.
If you're interested: just
call Liz on 01323-735326 - and she'll bite your hand off!
If you'd prefer to do some reconnaissance work first - just go along and sample the varied programme of professional drama, jazz, classical music, and more. Sometimes, too, the theatre is used by amateur groups - who hire it for their own productions. The regular Saturday coffee mornings must be one of Eastbourne's biggest bargains - with some excellent art exhibitions, and top-class live performances by the likes of folk group Black Strap Molasses and the Blue Shift Jazz Band. These are ideal opportunities to meet people with similar interests, and - at the very least! - to enjoy filter coffee, tea, and home-made cakes, without breaking the bank. ► Under Ground Theatre May to August 2010 events listing ► www.undergroundtheatre.org.uk
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