Dumbleyung Theatre Club to host ‘mini Oscars evening’ to celebrate its 70th anniversary

Dumbleyung will host its own “mini Oscars” to recognise past and present Theatre Club members spanning over seven decades. Adorned in Hollywood-inspired suits and gowns, Dumbleyung’s shining stars will gather at the Town Hall on October 12 to celebrate Dumbleyung Theatre Club’s 70th anniversary. Club president Tara Cook said it was a rare achievement in regional areas for a small theatre club, which had “always been like a family”, to reach such a big milestone. “We’re celebrating all the past and current members, and there are hundreds, whether it’s volunteering, acting on stage, behind the scenes, sound or lighting, there’s been a lot of community involvement over the years,” she said. “We just wanted to honour everyone that’s ever contributed in a big or small way and celebrate the arts in regional areas because our town is so little but everyone is so passionate.” Ms Cook said the evening would be like a “mini Oscars evening” with the Golden Duck Awards a humourous take on the Golden Globes. The launch of the club’s DTC History Booklet, a screening of an original film, and a Walk of Fame featuring the club’s life members are some of the special ways the night will honour the more than 400 members since its start in 1954. A dazzling Corporate Burlesque performance alongside live music by Katanning’s Winston Brothers music duo followed by local DJ Jasper Green will have guests dancing into the late hours of the night. Door prizes donated by local groups, the local council and organisations from as far as Perth will be awarded to guests including tickets to a WA State Orchestra concert, group paintball, food vouchers and Emu Beach accommodation. Tickets are available until September 25 at www.trybooking.com/1243491.