ALAN McARTHUR
I have a strong theatre background and have been involved with shows around Otago for about 10 years.
I am a musician/singer and I also have a full production background with tech, sets and putting on a show.
I have worked in the TV broadcast industry for 40 years.
Recently I was instrumental in setting up Onstage Wanaka and producing the inaugural show Blood Brothers.
ELLA WILSON - SHOWBIZ QUEENSTOWN
I started over 22 years ago as a volunteer for Showbiz Queenstown and since 2018 I have been a Life Member.
I was make up Manager for 18 Years, and successfully completed being an OSTAs judge for the years 2021 and 2022.
I am now involved in many tasks including Front of House, Pack-ins and Pack-outs also my husband Phil is always around to help.
I also prep the food for several functions AGM, Corporate Functions, Auditions.
I was previously involved in Porirua Little Theatre and Greymouth Shows.
ANDREA REEVE - FINE THYME THEATRE
Andrea brings a strong background in performing arts, working with multiple companies and varied aspects, and has a genuine commitment to supporting and celebrating community theatre.
Her professionalism, attention to detail, and passion for the arts make her an excellent fit for the judging panel.
KELLIE POST - INVERCARGILL REPERTORY
Excited for the opportunity to be a judge and to celebrate the talent and dedication in Otago and Southland’s theatre scene. I look forward to seeing the creativity and hard work that comes to life on our stages.
My experience in theatre on stage:
• The real inspector hound - SOTS 2013
• Goldilocks and the vampires - SOTS 2020/1
• I’ll be back before midnight - SOTS 2022 (Winner of the Best leading female in a Play)
• Blackadder the third - SOTS 2022
• The shape of things - Repertory Invercargill 2023
• The Revlon girl - Majestic Frogs 2024
• Mary Poppins the musical - WOTS 2024
My experience in theatre offstage:
• The Real Inspector Hound - Hair and Makeup 2013
• Sweeney Todd - Hair and makeup 2015
• Goldilocks and the vampires - Hair and makeup 2020/1
• I’ll be back before midnight - SFX prosthesic 2022
• Blackadder the Third - Hair and makeup 2022
• Mums the word - Graphic Designer 2023
• The Pink Hammer - Graphic Designer 2024
• Mary Poppins - Makeup 2024
• Eurydice - Stage manager, graphic designer and hair and makeup artist 2024
• Revlon girl - Hair and makeup 2024
SELENA AITKEN-BOYLE - SOUTH OTAGO THEATRICAL SOCIETY
Just like to introduce myself.. Selena Aitken-Boyle.. iv been with South Otago Theatrical Society nearly 30 years.
I’ve been involved as an actor and director, including 7 years as the Director of the youth theatre.
I’ve done lots of roles. Hair makeup, Front of house, even been seen working the bar..
I just wanted to help and encourage others to follow their heart and give things a go.
JANE ROBERTSON - REMARKABLE THEATRE
Jane has had a lifelong love of performing, firstly as a pianist, then a classical singer and latterly, as an actress. She describes herself as an extroverted introvert, basically pretty quiet until put on a stage!
She grew up in Dunedin and started performing in musicals at high school.
She harboured dreams of being an opera singer for a number of years, studying voice and performing for various Dunedin theatre groups. She has lived in Queenstown for 20 years and was a founding member of Remarkable Theatre and through this group has discovered the world of spoken word acting.
She is a life member of Remarkable Theatre and has made some wonderful friends through theatre and had some amazing life experiences.
In any ‘spare’ time she also loves music, film, fashion, travel, wine and cats.
If you are interesting in applying to be an OSTAs judge please email OSTAs secretary Donna Osborne for an application form
