Associate Director Sydney Theatre Company

An unique opportunity to hear from one of Australia’s leading theatre artists, Paige Rattray is bringing new perspectives and new voices to one of Australia’s premier stages.

Paige grew up in Northern Tasmania, Bridport and Scottsdale - her favourite haunts - and then discovered the theatre.

Paige became involved in community theatre in Launceston, and gained a well-rounded knowledge of theatre acting, producing and directing at the local Centre for Performing Arts.

The training and experiences have given Paige opportunities to travel the world.

Her conversation is with Stuart Loone and the Friends of Theatre North.

Recorded in the foyer of the Princess Theatre 1st March, 2023 - and broadcast on City Park Radio

Associate Director Sydney Theatre Company
An unique opportunity to hear from one of Australia’s leading theatre artists, Paige Rattray is bringing new perspectives and new voices to one of Australia’s premier stages.
Paige grew up in Northern Tasmania, Bridport and Scottsdale - her favourite haunts - and then discovered the theatre.
Paige became involved in community theatre in Launceston, and gained a well-rounded knowledge of theatre acting, producing and directing at the local Centre for Performing Arts. The training and experiences have given Paige opportunities to travel the world.
Her conversation is with Stuart Loone and the Friends of Theatre North.
Recorded in the foyer of the Princess Theatre 1st March, 2023 - and broadcast on City Park Radio

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Theatre North Conversation, March 2023 - Paige Rattray

When a Scotsman emigrates to Australia, the mere mention of whiskey is enough to organise a gig in a Tasmanian distillery.

For Graeme McColgan, it meant having to source/borrow audio equipment. A chance meeting in northwest Tasmania to borrow some gear led to making music with two well known Tasmanian locals - Neil Gray & Bob Connor.. It was the genesis of a debut CD.... Distant Shores.

Graeme has his heart on settling in Tasmania, but for the time being is a FIFO musician catching up with The Stovies every month. 

The Scotsman told his story and played some of the music from the CD during the Long Lunch program on City Park Radio.

More details and information about their debut CD -

https://thestovies.com.au/  - https://www.facebook.com/thescotsmanmusic - https://www.thescotsmanmusic.com/

When a Scotsman emigrates to Australia, the mere mention of whiskey is enough to organise a gig in a Tasmanian distillery.
For Graeme McColgan, it meant having to source/borrow audio equipment. A chance meeting in northwest Tasmania to borrow some gear led to making music with two well known Tasmanian locals - Neil Gray &amp; Bob Connor.. It was the genesis of a debut CD.... Distant Shores.
Graeme has his heart on settling in Tasmania, but for the time being is a FIFO musician catching up with The Stovies every month. 
The Scotsman told his story and played some of the music from the CD during the Long Lunch program on City Park Radio.
More details and information about their debut CD -
<a href="https://thestovies.com.au/">https://thestovies.com.au/</a>  - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thescotsmanmusic">https://www.facebook.com/thescotsmanmusic</a> - <a href="https://www.thescotsmanmusic.com/">https://www.thescotsmanmusic.com/</a>

The Scotsman & The Stovies

Friends of Theatre North in Launceston continue to hold regular conversations for its theatre going members and the public.

In 2024, these talks have been badged "Cinq et Sept" -  just another name for an enjoyable early evening, centered on good company and convivial conversation.

On March 21, they gathered together a panel featuring Michael Edgar, Dr Asher Warren, Jane Johnson, and Sally Richardson.

For this conversation, Stuart Loone asked the question - what was the moment their outlook was changed by the theatre.

In partnership with Theatre North, a 56min version was broadcast on City Park Radio on Monday 8th April. 

Friends of Theatre North in Launceston continue to hold regular conversations for its theatre going members and the public.
In 2024, these talks have been badged "Cinq et Sept" -  just another name for an enjoyable early evening, centered on good company and convivial conversation.
On March 21, they gathered together a panel featuring Michael Edgar, Dr Asher Warren, Jane Johnson, and Sally Richardson.
For this conversation, Stuart Loone asked the question - what was the moment their outlook was changed by the theatre.
In partnership with Theatre North, a 56min version was broadcast on City Park Radio on Monday 8th April.

Cinq et Sept - Theatre that Changed Me

 A Good Riddance: The Inception of Criminal Deportation in Colonial Australia

Over the past decade, many Australians have become familiar with the concept of criminal deportation. Since December 2014, more than 3,000 people have been deported from Australia, with around 60% being returned to Aotearoa New Zealand.

But criminal deportation has a long history in Australian colonies... sometimes known as transportation.

We know about the relentless campaign the Reverend John West waged to end transportation from England but it seems the practice took hold in Australia too.

In this lecture, Associate Professor Kristyn Harmanexamines the lives of some of formerly free people who were criminally deported to, or within, Van Diemen’s Land in the 19th century.

The annual John West Memorial Lecture is organised by theLaunceston Historical Society.

The lecture was held on 17th March and broadcast on City Park Radio 1st April 2024.

#launceston #launcestonhistoricalsociety #convicts #transportation #criminaldeportation

A Good Riddance: The Inception of Criminal Deportation in Colonial Australia
Over the past decade, many Australians have become familiar with the concept of criminal deportation. Since December 2014, more than 3,000 people have been deported from Australia, with around 60% being returned to Aotearoa New Zealand.
But criminal deportation has a long history in Australian colonies... sometimes known as transportation.
We know about the relentless campaign the Reverend John West waged to end transportation from England but it seems the practice took hold in Australia too.
In this lecture, Associate Professor Kristyn Harman examines the lives of some of formerly free people who were criminally deported to, or within, Van Diemen’s Land in the 19th century.
The annual John West Memorial Lecture is organised by the <a href="https://launcestonhistory.org.au/">Launceston Historical Society.</a>
The lecture was held on 17th March and broadcast on City Park Radio 1st April 2024.
#launceston #launcestonhistoricalsociety #convicts #transportation #criminaldeportation

Theatre North Conversation, March 2023 - Paige Rattray

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