History of North Frontenac Little Theatre
In
the summer of 1979, John Pariselli put an announcement in the North
Frontenac News advertising an organizational meeting to be held at Sharbot
Lake Public School for the purpose of mounting a theatrical production.
At that initial meeting of about fifteen people, it was decided to perform
Alice In Wonderland, a play that would allow the group to involve
a large cast, make use of the musical experience of members and appeal
to a general audience. We performed three nights to sellout crowds.
As
a result of a small profit being made, we had to keep financial records
of a sort; Kevin Long agreed to act as Treasurer. John Pariselli acted
as President and Artistic Director for the first two years.
With
high enthusiasm and support from the community, the group expanded rapidly
and a second production, Arsenic and Old Lace, was produced in
the spring of 1980.
Over
the next several years it was decided by the membership to create a
more formal structure. The first elections were held on June 24, 1981
and our first executive was formed. It consisted of: John Pariselli,
President; Frances Smith, Treasurer; Helen Vizely, Secretary; Margaret
Bell, Public Relations; Bob Andrews, Glen Fossey, Madeliene Young, Members-at-Large.
The
executive was elected yearly and was responsible for the ongoing operation of NFLT.
A
constitution was adopted by the membership on May 13, 1985.
The
constitution was revised and adopted by members in May 2003.
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