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The General Management Committee

NMTC is run by a Committee of 9 members, who meet approximately once a month. The Committee are elected at the AGM in October of each year. Any member can stand for election to any of the posts if they are nominated and seconded by members of the Company. Officers must step down after four years in a post, and may only be re-elected if no-one else wishes to stand.

The Committee is responsible for the general management of Company affairs, financial management, and the appointment of Musical Director, Director, Accompanist and Production Manager as required.

The Company also has a number of sub-committees, which are made up of committee members and other members of the company. One of the most important of these is the Show Selection Sub-Committee, which makes recommendations about the company's future shows. This involves looking at shows from all angles, including musical and artistic merit, feasibility, affordability and box office potential.

The rules by which the Company abides can be seen in the Constitution. The General Management Committee make amendments to the Constitution where necessary, but any changes must be approved at the AGM, or at an Extraordinary General Meeting.

THE GENERAL MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 2011-2012

CHAIRPERSON: Erryl Cruse - (01686) 628382

I joined NMTC back in 1992 joining the chorus for Pirates of Penzance then had to leave after 10 years, due to work commitments, but I was always a supportive member of the audience. I rejoined the company helping backstage for their production of Oliver! and am now back in the chorus line enjoying every mad moment of rehearsal and the bright lights of the stage.

My most memorable performances were as Tzeitel in Fiddler on the Roof, playing the part of a horse (complete with head feathers and fishnets!) in Carousel and being one of "Les Girls" in the dream scene in Oklahoma (again in fishnets and feathers!) Now being older I prefer a more demure approach to costume.

VICE-CHAIRPERSON: Les Skilton - 07791 878153

I was a founder member of NMTC, or Newtown & District Churches Amateur Operatic Society as it was back then (NMTC is so much easier to say). My first principal role was playing Otto in The Gipsy Baron nearly 25 years ago. I enjoy all aspects of theatre, however I really do love a good singsong, especially when driving friends in the car. I have been a Committee Member for a few years now, and was also Child Protection officer last year, continuing the good work done by my predessor.

I am very fortunate that I have made many, many friends during my time with the Company, some friendships lasting over 30 years. I had the opportunity to try my hand at directing for our last show, Lorna Doone (with Jill Peters). It was an exciting show to do and I would like to not only thank the Company for giving me the opportunity, but also Kat Bond for allowing me to try and get her ideas onto the stage.

SECRETARY: Ian Hogg

Information about Ian will appear here soon.

TREASURER: Josephine Bowen

Information about Josephine will appear here soon.

BUSINESS MANAGER: Jackie Titley

Information about Jackie will appear here soon.

PUBLICITY MANAGER: Jonathan Davies - (01686) 623833

My only experiences on the stage before joing NMTC was playing the Narrator in the Nativity play during my school days. My wife Sarah became involved with the company before me, and I was often dragged along to social events with her. The people were very friendly and very soon they started asking me if I would help backstage, which I was happy to do.

Being a much-needed man, I was soon persuaded to take small parts in a couple of productions - my first appearance on stage was as a soldier in Calamity Jane, collecting coats and standing in a corner - I was good at that! I later became a 'proper' cast member in Oliver!, and made my debut as a principal playing the part of George Kittredge in High Society.

I joined the Committee in 2009 as a Committee Member, also taking on responsibility for the website (along with Sarah, my wife), and I took on the role of Publicity Manager in 2010.

COMMITTEE MEMBER: John Bowen

Information about John will appear here soon.

COMMITTEE MEMBER: Jodie Breakwell

Information about Jodie will appear here soon.

COMMITTEE MEMBER: Tony Orme

My son (Ollie) and I share our time between NMTC and Llanidloes Drama Group enjoying the social side of the drama and recommending people to get get 'stuck in'. I first become involved with the company last year in their production of Cinderella where I was a chorus member. I feel honoured that I was able to play the of Tom Faggus (a loveable rogue) in the world premier of Lorna Doone knowing full well that I am the first person ever to have played such a role.

It is my first time on the Committee, but is nice to be able to help in any way possible, assisting the Committee in its decisions, ensuring the smooth running of the company throughout the year.

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NEWSLETTER EDITOR: Jorge Bowen

WEBSITE EDITORS: Sarah Astley-Davies - (01686) 623833
                                Jonathan Davies - (01686) 623833

LIBRARIAN: Jill Peters - (01686) 630344

ARCHIVIST: Chris Clarke - (01597) 822361

CHILD PROTECTION OFFICER: Vivica Flynn