Four
pianos are backed up against the astonishing red walls in the corridor. The
atmosphere is close and slightly confronting. Turning a corner, we pass
rehearsal rooms. Rehearsals for Solomon
and Marion are underway.
The corridor
opens into a huge warehouse space. Alcoves on two levels accommodate props, a
wet area, workspaces and offices. The air is cool, and it feels a little
urgent. On the floor, huge boards lie flat, waiting to be of service. Over
yonder tall blue scaffolding and a roller-door lead to the loading dock.
Australia’s
oldest professional theatre company, and one of the English world’s largest
theatre companies, is celebrating its 60th birthday. Some employees
have been here for decades, representing in excess of 300 years of collective
knowledge and theatre experience.
Each year
Melbourne Theatre Company produces twelve major productions, an education
program and season of new or independent works. For each shows, sets are designed
and constructed, props found, renovated and crafted, costumes sourced and sewn,
and sometimes hats, wigs, and art finishing are required. Continue reading
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