Welcome to Impact
Community Theatre Company
ABOUT US
Impact Community Theatre Company, previously known as the PE Gilbert & Sullivan Society, was established in 1932 and registered as a Non-Profit Organization. Located in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, at the Savoy Theatre, we bring captivating stories to life through a variety of shows each year, including mesmerizing musicals and concert-style music shows. Our creative workshops and opportunities empower individuals to unleash their artistic potential.
MISSION
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Provide a platform for personal and professional development in the performing arts.
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Nurture and develop people by providing opportunities for education and personal growth in Impact Community Theatre productions.
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Produce and facilitate access to theatrical experiences for all communities in Nelson Mandela Bay including shows, workshops, community outreach, mentoring and committee participation.
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increase access to performing arts opportunities for people from disadvantaged backgrounds and people with disabilities.
VISION
Our vision is to promote engagement in the magic of innovative, high quality, theatre experiences for our diverse community as Nelson Mandela Bay's premier theatrical society
THE SAVOY THEATRE
G&S owns and operates The Savoy Theatre in Adcockvale which was designed and built by members in the late 1960s, primarily as a rehearsal venue. At that time most productions were staged at the PE Opera House and the Savoy stage was made to the same size as the Opera House. Members raised funds for the project and literally built the Savoy with their bare hands.
“I always get a little flush of sentimentality whenever I go to the Savoy theatre as I was there for the laying of the foundation stone. Little did I dream then that I would still be going there to see such a wonderful variety of shows so many decades later!!!” - Pat Scott
Since the early 2000s most productions have been staged at the Savoy with ongoing improvements being made such as the construction of an Orchestra Pit in 2011 and major renovations to the bar and entertainment areas which can now be used as a more intimate cabaret style venue.