Applications are OPEN

The time has come for us to invite potential students in 2010 to register their interest and apply! Successful applicants need to be aged 18+, have a willingness to learn and a desire to be a part of our creative and dynamic Company. The application process is fairly simple - apply online HERE and we'll be in contact regarding an interview and audition.

Not sure if you're eligible or have some further questions? Email Darryl lo@hagley.school.nz

Enrolments are also open for StageOne theatre and dance classes, a specific programme aimed at young people. Click the advert below to be transferred to the StageOne website.

A Brand New Look!

Thanks to financial support from the Canterbury Community Trust and Hagley College our theatre recently underwent a major renovation of the audience seating. Gone are the pre-loved seats that were sourced from the Isaac Theatre Royal, replaced by a brand new set! We still have capacity to house 100 people but our audience members are certainly more comfortable with the new arrangement.

The Open Stage seating has already been put to use with our major seasons, Dance performances, music assessments and even a film evening for Hagley's refugee community all taking place over the last couple of months.

Next on the list is an upgrade of our kitchen and bathroom facilities with a decision expected soon.

Hitting the Screen

Our good friends at Ruffell Films contacted us recently in order to find some talent for a couple of television commercials. A number of students were selected to film over the recent holiday break and their efforts will soon be edited and screened.

All involved gained valuable experience and insight into just how long shooting a commercial can take!

EFTPOS Arrives at The Open Stage

As part of recent upgrade to our phone system EFTPOS was installed at The Open Stage. This provides great convenience for our audience members as they no longer have to bring bundles of cash!

EFTPOS will be available for all major seasons including Scene+ and Dance.

Birthday Celebrations Continue

In 2008 Hagley College celebrated its 150th anniversary while Hagley Theatre Company clocked up 20 years in the industry.

We are still eating cake this year as we acknowledge our youth programme StageOne now operating for 5 years and Hagley Dance Company blowing out 10 candles.

It is a major sense of pride for Hagley College that such vibrant and contemporary programmes are housed onsite.

Excellent Feedback

Thanks to all those who attended our major seasons for 2009. With plenty of students having their first experiences on our stage it was pleasing to see so many audience members offering support. Both Sweet Road and Handbag received some excellent feedback along with our full Company piece Lysistrata (pictured below). Our final seasons for the year, Betty's Summer Vacation and Valparaiso enjoyed great support and we are now sourcing new material for 2010.

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