Port Elizabeth Gilbert & Sullivan Society
An amateur theatre society based in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Also called The "PE Gilbert & Sullivan Society".
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Vision and Mission
The Society's vision statement is: "To be the premier theatre society in South Africa".
The Society's mission statement is: "Putting our Hearts into the Arts with outstanding productions which nurture talent and provide audiences with a magical experience".
Objects
The Society's Constitution states that:
The main objects of the Society shall be: a) The study and performance of musical theatre; b) The fostering generally of interest in music and the theatre and the performance of any works in connection therewith; c) The presentation of experimental theatre and the Classics.
The ancillary objects of the Society shall be: a) To manage, maintain and develop the Savoy Theatre and Conference Centre; b) To raise funds by way of subscription, donation and otherwise or acquire any assets or resources that may be necessary for carrying out the Objects of the Society; c) To purchase or otherwise acquire plant, machinery, furniture, fittings, scenery and other necessary effects that may be necessary for carrying out the Objects of the Society.
Founding and early history
Current status
Impact on SA theatre, film, media and/or performance
Sources
Correspondence with Rose Cowpar, committee member of the Society, October 2014.
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