A Recognition Evening was held at the Theatre on Sunday 3rd April 2011 to celebrate long service by several members and to reward the effort put in by members that fulfil roles behind the scenes but who do not always get the recognition they deserve. The evening was attended by various guests who presented the following awards:


Most Friendly and Efficient Tea Bar Staff

Presented by Melody Harbour to
Ann Gray and June Berwick


Most Friendly and Efficient Bar Staff

Presented by Carl Brownsill to
Mark and Yvonne Clark


25 Years Long Service Award

Peter and Anne Gray


Most Memorable Youth Production in the last 4 years

Presented by Neal Andrews
"A Midsummer's Night Dream"


30 Years Long Service Awards

Presented by The Worshipful Mayor of Medway, Cllr David Brake, to
Beryl Lacey
Steve Berry
William Beck
Dean Caston
Helen Caston


Most Friendly and Efficient Front of House Staff

Presented by Jean Willis to
Jo Godman


Most Friendly and Efficient Award for Box Office

Presented by Helen Caston to
Rose Waslin


Most Memorable Pantomime in the last 4 years

Presented by Paul Harris to
"1001 Nights and a Matinee"


Special Award for Fabulous Pantomime Scriptwriter

Presented by Paul Harris to
Jack Homewood


Thank You Backstage Award

Presented by Heidi Garwood to
Charlotte Caston


The Revellers Award

Presented by Brenda Pearson to
William Beck


40 Years Long Service Awards

Presented by Eric Smart, Chairman of Trustees - NODA, to
Pam Balderston
Ian Balderston (received by Neal Andrews)
Steve Hewlett
Melody Harbour
Peter O'Brien
Keith Sheepwash


Most Memorable Play from the last 3 years

Presented by Gordon Harris, Regional NODA Representative, to
"Dad's Army"


Special Award - for a Special Wardrobe Mistress

Presented by Dean Caston to
Beryl Lacey


Unsung Hero Award

Presented by The Worshipful Mayor of Medway, Cllr David Brake, to
Helen and Dean Caston


Heart of the Theatre Award

Presented by Mrs Ruth Banham to
Melody Harbour


Recognition of 50 Years Service

Presented by Keith Sheepwash to
Brenda Pearson


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