Celia Kelly and Pip Thoroughgood

Ms JENNY AITCHISON (Maitland—Minister for Regional Transport and Roads)—Congratulations to the Maitland Repertory Theatre team who took home two awards at the 45th annual City of Newcastle Drama Association [CONDA] awards late last year. Maitland Repertory Theatre received 12 nominations for five of their productions: Dorothy in Wonderland, All My Sons, Rumours, On Golden Pond and Lord of the Flies. Celia Kelly won the award for Excellence by a Performer in a Supporting Role - Play for her role as Chris Bevans in Maitland Repertory Theatre's Rumours. Celia triumphed over 7 other nominees in the category. Pip Thoroughgood, a tutor at Maitland Repertory Theatre, won the award for Excellence by a Director - Play for directing Maitland Repertory Theatre's All My Sons. Head CONDA judge Karen Birrell said the calibre of theatre produced in the Hunter was exceptional and it was great to see so many different companies winning awards this year. Congratulations Celia and Pip.