Play of the Year Competition.
Seven plays were entered for the competition which Robin Bowerman adjudicated. The Association records its great appreciation of the work of Margot Anderson who acted as organiser for the competition. A list of the societies and individuals who were awarded trophies is published separately.
One Act Open Festival.
The Association held its One Act Open Festival at the Chatsworth Centre, Long Eaton on 13-14 June 2003. Five entries were received, Geoff Longbottom adjudicated and the list of award winners is published separately. The Association records its appreciation of the work of Peter Stimson in organising this Festival, of Mike Stewart and Neil Mackintosh for assistance with the detailed stage management arrangements.
One Act Youth Festival.
The Association held its youth Festival at the Dukeries Theatre, Ollerton, on the 25-26 April 2003 . Six entries were received. Malcolm Wilson adjudicated and the list of award winners is published separately. The Association records it appreciation of the work of Jean Lebeter in organising this Festival, of Mike Stewart for assistance with the detailed stage management arrangements, and of members of Edwinstowe Theatre Group for setting up the stage lighting and sound equipment.
Bulletin.
Editions of the Bulletin were published in September 2002, February 2003 and September 2003, thanks are due to Roy Ainscough for editing and publishing.
Events.
An Extra-Ordinary General Meeting was held to discuss more Effective Dialogue with the member groups on 11 August 2003 at the Manor Club, Albert Road, West Bridgford.
A Theatre Luncheon was held on the 29 May 2003 at the Comfort Hotel, George Street, at which the guest was Oliver Tobias. Our thanks are due to Douglas MacDonald, who set up the arrangements and to Roy Ainscough for publicity.
Annual Award Dinner.
This year's Annual Dinner was held Portland College, Nottingham Road, Mansfield, on the 16 May 2003, Roy Ainscough presided, and Robin Bowerman presented the Adjudicators report on the Play of the Year Competition. The Association records its sincere thanks to the Solo Theatre Company for arranging the venue.
Membership.
Executive Council.
The Association records its appreciation of the services and support of the Honorary Officers and members of the Executive Council, which met ten times during the year
Mike Stewart
Chairman of the Executive Council