Dann Hauser , the Executive Director for the Camelot Theatre, presented the history of the theatre to the club. He took the helm after serving on the Board of Directors and was pleased to report after having profitability issues, they have their first profit to report!
He shared that attendance is up from 48% to now an average of 80% with most of the draw to locals. Dann indicated a new Artistic Director has been hired who has worked with Disney in the past. Look for the press release for more details on this exciting news.
HISTORY
Camelot is a semi-professional community theatre serving Southern Oregon and the Rogue Valley, and it has become the principal attraction and heart of Talent, Oregon. Founded in 1982 as Actors’ Theatre. The Theatre took up residence in 1990 in a one-time feed store that was converted to a 104-seat theatre. The theatre name was changed from Actors’ Theatre to Camelot Theatre Company.
In 2007, Camelot learned that downtown redevelopment plans by the Talent Urban Renewal Agency (TURA) included extension of Main Street straight through the current theatre building. Camelot initiated a Capital Campaign in January 2010 that successfully
CONSERVATORY
Camelot Theatre provides a 6-week Musical Conservatory summer program for young theatre artists (ages 9-17) seeking a stimulating and supportive experience. Based on the raised $2.5 million to purchase land, design and construct a new building in advance of the planned removal of the old theatre. Funding came from over 500 individual donors, foundation grants and loans. The project was completed ahead of schedule on May 5, 2011. The new state-of-the- art James Morrison Collier Theatre Building provides a 60% greater capacity and many backstage enhancements. traditions of Conservatory Training, students will enjoy the camaraderie of other talented artists and musicians with the guidance of a distinguished faculty. Students receive morning instruction in acting, voice, dance and staging taught by professional artists. Afternoons and the fifth and sixth week are dedicated to rehearsals and performances.
For more information, visit camelottheatre.org
