The Board of Stable Theatre has announced that the new Centre Manager will be singer, conductor, administrator, co-ordinator, community liaison and development officer, Thanduxolo Zulu.With 34 years of experience in the field of performing arts and 15 years as an administrator at The Playhouse Company, KZN’s highest performing arts institution, the position of Centre Manager for Stable Theatre is tailor-made for him.
During his time at the Playhouse, he handled the renovation and upliftment of Stable Theatre in 2002 when it came under the aegis of the Playhouse. His certificates include Basic Course Fire Technology, First Aid, Public Finance Management Act and Finance for Non-Financial Accountants.
Thanduxolo Zulu will be answerable to the board and in overall charge of the administrative, programming, logistic, marketing and operational affairs of Stable Theatre. He will also be responsible for content development and will oversee artistic, education, outreach and development initiatives.
“While still remaining true to its community roots, Stable Theatre is geared to move forward and attract both professional as well as grassroots productions,” says Stable Theatre Chairperson, Thuli Dumakude. “The position requires a highly competent administrator with a strong understanding of the media, corporate sponsorship, legal and logistics sector; and a clearly demonstrable passion for the arts.”
Thanduxolo Zulu has also worked closely with schools programmes and has extensive experience in community theatre development. He understands the challenges that face those in the performing arts and already has a strong relationship with communities in KwaZulu-Natal in all genres and at all levels.
“There are many challenges before him,” continues Thuli Dumakude, “as we work towards elevating Stable Theatre back to its rightful position as a thriving and efficiently-run arts centre in Durban. The board unanimously supported his appointment and we look forward to working with him.”
Thanduxolo Zulu will take up his position on May 26, 2011.
More information from Stable Theatre on 031 309 2513, fax 031 309 2558 or email stabletheatre@telkomsa.net or visit www.stabletheatre.co.za
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