Barbara Ingram and Jann Menalda, Friends of the Regent - Manawatu Conversations

Description: Broadcast on Manawatu People's Radio, 31st March 2020. Friends of the Regent set up in 1995, volunteers to support the renovation and running of the Regent Theatre. Raised $1.7m in just over a year. Earlier use of the theatre. Authenticity in the restoration - the mural, carpet, linoleum. Barbara’s role in Friends of the Regent (Founding President). Uniforms, logo. Training for the ushers. Restored theatre opened 3rd May 1998. Experiences with events. “Loop” for hearing aids. Regent’s paid staff. Types of events. Midge Ure, 1st March 2020. Interest in ballet, opera, etc. (not just older people).