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COLLIN HESLOP (DIRECTOR) Collin was raised in Wild Horse Plains, north of Adelaide and was educated at Balaklava Primary and High Schools where he studied music at year 12 level in voice and guitar. Collin graduated from TAFE college as a Diesel mechanic and is now part of the Holden Special Vehicles and Holden By Design group as a quality systems specialist. He is married to Tanya, they have two children and live at Webb Beach. |
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JENNIE McARTHUR (ASSISTANT DIRECTOR AND STAGE MANAGER) Jennie has a Batchelor of Education, major in performing arts – drama and music, with a special focus on I.T., and is currently teaching at Horizon Christian School where she also runs the choir. Her past theatre experience includes Acting, Stage Management, Producing/Directing at Horizon and other venues including the Magill campus of the University of South Australia. |
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HEIDI ZERK (MUSICAL DIRECTOR) Born in Balaklava, and attended Balaklava Primary School and High School where she studied flute and piano to university entrance level. Heidi attended Adelaide University from 1994-97 and graduated with a degree in Natural Resource Management. She moved around interstate and overseas before returning in 2000 to Balaklava to farm with her partner Paul Mclean. Previous theatre experience: Numerous school productions and Community Arts Productions and was musical director for "Oliver" in 2001. Jesus Christ Super Star has been her passion for many years. Heidi's other interests are farming, horseriding and netball. |
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DIANNE SPENCE (PRODUCTION MANAGER) Di was born in Victoria, raised in Adelaide, attended Findon High School and studied Music at Elder Conservatorium, and gained her BMus., specialising in piano and voice. Taught at Yorketown Area, Thebarton Primary and Campbelltown High Schools. Married Geoff, and had 3 children, during this time they lived in the South East of South Australia. Moved to Balaklava in 1981, and took up music teacher position at local high school. Left the job in 1997. Di has performed in several seasons in the State Opera Chorus, sung minor lead roles with the university opera class and she has also conducted the Messiah by Handel in Balaklava. Di helped in establishing the Balaklava Community Arts group in 1982. She has been musical director for many productions and acted as Golde in "Fiddler on the Roof". Taking on the task of Production Manager for the Jesus Christ Super Star production is a new experience for Di who has for the past 6 years been the Chair of the Eisteddfod Committee in Balaklava and is one of the Pianists/organists at the Balaklava Uniting Church. She loves seeing people having a good time in theatre. |