Nieve Walton
I am a hardworking and passionate journalist excited about covering stories in Victoria. I’ve spent the last six months working as a radio journalist based in Wangaratta but covering a large section of the North East. I have a strong news sense, especially when looking for stories about local residents. I can work collaboratively and effectively in flexible work environments and thrive when working to shorter deadlines.
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Is small theatre the next big thing in Ballarat?
There's a new boom in Ballarat but the gold will be on the stage.
Two small, independent theatre companies are setting up shop in the regional city, which they think is ready for more locally produced, original theatre.
Row 13 and Ladder Frame theatre specialise in independent productions in small theatres, which they say is a great way to showcase local stories and is more pandemic-proof than blockbusters or mainstream shows.
The companies' founders, Anna Ellis and Pippa Bainbridge from Row
Two small, independent theatre companies are setting up shop in the regional city, which they think is ready for more locally produced, original theatre.
Row 13 and Ladder Frame theatre specialise in independent productions in small theatres, which they say is a great way to showcase local stories and is more pandemic-proof than blockbusters or mainstream shows.
The companies' founders, Anna Ellis and Pippa Bainbridge from Row
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