Hiring the theatre/café         

The Bowraville Theatre may be hired for many different types of events. The auditorium contains 208 permanent seats and has a dance floor for more seating or other use. There is reserved space in the upper part of the auditorium for wheel chairs.

The café has seating for approximately 35 people.  From this Friday the Cafe' will be open on Fridays from 10am to 2pm. Enjoy a light lunch and a coffee in the relaxed atmosphere.

Consider the theatre for your next  event.

For details, contact the theatre office on  02 6564 7808

 BOWRAVILLE ARTS COUNCIL Inc.  

            The Arts Council is a non-profit organisation which runs the Bowraville Theatre with a team of volunteer members. Membership is open to all.  Individual membership costs $22, group membership $44 and youth membership $10.  There is a volunteer program for those who would like to participate in  running the theatre.   If you are unemployed why not consider a Community Work Placement or Work For The Dole programs. we currently have two people participating in a Work For The Dole.

Please telephone the theatre office for more detail

THE FOLLOWING SUB-GROUPS ARE OPEN TO BAC MEMBERS

Verandah Post Films 
Produces and make films. In July 2005 they received a grant enabling them to buy professional camera and editing equipment. This group won ‘The People’s Choice” at the 2004 Cool Bananas Film Festival in Coffs Harbour. There are DVD's available of films created by the Verandah Post Films. Please contact the Theatre on 02 65647808 or email them on bowravilletheatre@bigpond.com if you wish to order a copy of one of these films.

Some Films are available of past productions on DVD (Filmed and Produced by V.P.F. All DVD's are presently priced at around $10.00, this is subject to change at the discretion of V.P.F. Available at the Theatre

• Outside the Square and Dear Old Dad (2 short films)

• Spotlight on Bowraville

• Restoration of the Bowraville Theatre

• Cinderella (Play)

• Fashion Show 2005

• A Bridal Affair

• Old Time Music Hall Show

• Girls on Stage Show

• Snow White (Pantomime)

• Rio In Bowraville 2007

• Plus other new DVD's

Nambucca Valley Writers Group
Many published authors are part of this diverse Group. They meet regularly and in particular foster up and coming young writers.  They are experienced in the self publishing field and can offer assistance and support to anyone who wishes to become a successful author.

One of the authors from the writers group Noel Robertson has two books for sale at the Theatre.

• "The Chook Book" $13.00

• "The Chook Book vol. 2 - The Full Goog" $16.00

Bowraville Theatre Film Society
The group meets once a month at the theatre for supper Society and to enjoy  classic/art house films. 

Bowraville Theatre Singers
The singers perform at a variety of functions. This diversified and vibrant group meets weekly and continues to grow under the guidance of their highly qualified musical director.

Bowraville Theatre Players
A dynamic team who are learning all facets of acting and stagecraft . They have successfully produced several plays for the theatre to packed houses. Their recent production of “Cinderella” was a huge success.

Volunteer Programme 
The Theatre is run solely by volunteers who operate both the stage/auditorium and café.  Volunteering for the Theatre brings many rewards and many new friendships are formed. There is something for everyone! 

For more information contact the theatre office.

CONTACT US: Theatre office  026564 7808  

Bowraville Arts Council Inc. 
74 High Street Bowraville NSW  2449
Phone  (02) 6564 7808
Fax      (02) 6564 7808
Email: bowravilletheatre@bigpond.com

The Executives: 
President                      Suzy Bowen
Vice President                Peter Trees
Secretary                      Keith Graham
Treasurer                      Chris Wilson

Publicity Officer              Dorothy Evans