For a century, Narrandera’s Plaza Theatre has been a wonderful part of the town’s history and continues to be a much-loved community resource. Over the years, it has hosted countless performances, celebrations, community gatherings and special moments for generations of local families. To celebrate this incredible milestone, the CRC is hosting a 100-Year Celebration Concert on Saturday 5 December. One of the things that makes the Plaza Theatre so special is the number of local dance groups, schools and community organisations that continue to use the facility. These groups have been invited to be part of the celebration, putting together a concert that will take the audience on a journey through the theatre’s history while also celebrating the wonderful ways it continues to serve the community today. Pastor Jeremy Campbell said there was also a special purpose behind the evening. “For over 25 years the Narrandera CRC has supported and partnered with a children’s home in Sri Lanka, helping provide care and opportunities for children in need,” he said. “As part of the celebration tickets will be sold for the concert, with all money raised through ticket sales being donated to the Sri Lankan Children’s Home. “We are also hoping to capture some of the wonderful memories and stories that make the theatre’s history so rich. “If there are people in the community who have a story, photograph or special memory involving the Plaza Theatre or Criterion Hall, the CRC would love to hear from them. “Whether it’s a performance they were part of, a special event they attended or simply a fond memory from years gone by, some of these can be incorporated into the celebration on 5 December.” People are welcome to email the church to share their memories.
