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Being on the Board means helping guide the governance and long-term direction of the theatre.
Board members often learn from others with different skills and perspectives, while gaining insight into how a working theatre is governed and sustained. No prior theatre experience is needed; members bring their own backgrounds and skillsets, which are shared across the board.
This is not a day-to-day operational role, but one focused on strategic discussions and decision-making in Board meetings, based on reports and input from the theatre's operational team.
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The Masque is a community performance space with a long history of supporting local artists and performers. It hosts community theatre, independant productions, as well as a range of live performance work including music and dance.
We are a non-profit organisation, guided by a voluntary Board that provide oversight and strategic direction. Read on for more information about the Board and how to get involved.
Focus
To ensure sustainability and reduce pressure on our team, we are refining how we produce work.
Each year, the theatre will present a clear and consistent programme.
Annual Programme
* One One-Act Play Festival
* One Youth Theatre Club production
* One flagship mainstage production
This structure allows us to plan more sustainably, support our production teams better, and maintain consistency in what we offer audiences.
Venue for Hire
At the same time, the Masque Theatre continues to operate as a venue for hire.
We host a range of external productions, including community theatre, independent producers, music performances, and dance shows, and more.
This use of the space plays an important role in supporting the theatre’s sustainability, ensuring the building remains active and financially supported through a variety of events.
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We are looking for people who care about the future of community theatre, and are willing to contribute a little time by attending meetings and taking part in discussions. You can see the available roles below.
Ideally, members will bring skills or experience in areas such as finance, law, governance, fundraising, HR, education, theatre practice, and be comfortable working in a collaborative environment.
Previous board experience is helpful but not required. Board meetings take place once a quarter (every 3 months).
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Please email your expression of interest to:
Christine Kaye - Vice Chair - on operations@themasque.co.za
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Caz Thomas - Board Secretary - on secretary@themasque.co.za
Please include:
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A short introduction about yourself
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Why you are interested in joining the Board
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What skills or experience you could bring
Nominations may be made by others, or individuals may nominate themselves.
Board members are elected at the AGM for a two-year term.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for a conversation before elections. Our next elections will take place at our AGM on Tuesday 26 May 2026 at 7pm, at the Masque.
If you’d like more detail before applying, you can download the full Board Information Pack below.