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AGREED: That the minutes of the Theatr Colwyn Joint Management Committee held on 28 October, 2024 be approved and signed as a correct record at the next meeting.
Apologies for absence were received from Conwy County Borough Councillors Chris Brockley, Hannah Fleet and Abdul Khan, Colwyn Bay Town Councillor Ann Jones and Sarah Ecob Head of Service - Economy and Culture.
None.
None reported.
Y penderfyniad fel y'i cofnodwyd
AGREED: That the minutes of the Theatr Colwyn Joint Management Committee held on 28 October, 2024 be approved and signed as a correct record at the next meeting.
The minutes of the Theatr Colwyn Joint Management Committee held on 28 October, 2024 were submitted for approval. As the meeting was not quorate, it was AGREED: That the minutes of the Theatr Colwyn Joint Management Committee held on 28 October, 2024 be approved and signed as a correct record at the next meeting.
Although the meeting was not quorate, it was agreed that the report would be discussed by those present. The Theatre Manager provided an overview of the annual pantomime 2024/2025, Pinocchio, produced by Magic Light productions in collaboration with Theatr Colwyn. In considering the report, Members made reference to the following: • The total attendance of 7025, an increase of 208 attendees compared to the previous year, was praised. • Ticket prices for next year’s production remaining unchanged until April 2025, giving audiences an opportunity to secure tickets at the current rates was praised. • The pantomime drawing significant numbers of visitors to Colwyn Bay and involving young people through partnerships with local dance schools was welcomed.
Although the meeting was not quorate, it was agreed that the report would be discussed by those present. The Theatre Manager provided an update on the condition and refurbishment plans for the auditorium seating at Theatr Colwyn. With sufficient funds, it was hoped that the refurbishment would take place between late August – mid October, 2025. In considering the report, Members made reference to the following: • It was acknowledged that addressing the seating issues would ensure the sustainability of Theatr Colwyn. • Due to limited funds, the importance of initiating an external fundraising campaign for the auditorium seating as soon as possible was highlighted. In response, Members were informed that an article in a newspaper highlighting the external support for the seat refurbishment from actor Suranne Jones had been published and the campaign had commenced. Having external support from actor Suranne Jones and creating awareness and encouraging donations was welcomed, together with the need to approach local businesses for a contribution. Seat sponsorship and a contribution sourced from existing budgets, such as the theatre levy was also highlighted. In addition, providing an update to the Bay of Colwyn Town Council on the activities of Theatr Colwyn, to include refurbishment plans for the auditorium seating, was considered a way forward.
Although the meeting was not quorate, it was agreed that the report would be discussed by those present. The Curator/Project Manager of Oriel Colwyn provided an update on Oriel Colwyn and made reference to In considering the report, Members made reference to the following: • The positive impact arts and culture had both economically and on people’s well-being. • The success of the exhibitions and collaboration was praised. • The importance of actively seeking alternative funding sources was highlighted.
Rhaid i gynghorwyr ddweud pan fydd ganddyn nhw gysylltiad personol â rhywbeth sy'n cael ei drafod, fel swydd, eiddo neu aelod o'r teulu. Mae buddiant sy'n rhagfarnu yn ddigon cryf i'r cynghorydd adael yr ystafell fel arfer a pheidio â chymryd rhan.
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