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Keywords



Staircase Theatre, Hamilton arts, improv, comedy, community engagement, event hosting, arts funding, local culture



Summary



In this conversation, Alex Hobcraft interviews Matthew Serena from The Staircase Theatre, discussing its history, evolution, and role in Hamilton's arts scene. They explore the challenges of hosting events, community engagement, marketing, and funding for the arts. Matthew shares insights on improv and comedy workshops, the balance between public and private events, and the future goals for The Staircase Theatre as a cultural hub.



Takeaways



The Staircase Theatre has been a vital arts space since the late 90s.

It serves as a creative hub for local artists to test their work.

The theatre adapts to trends in the arts, offering diverse programming.

Community engagement is crucial for the theatre's success.

Marketing challenges arise from being a destination venue.

Funding for the arts is increasingly difficult to secure.

The Staircase Theatre balances public events with private rentals.

Improv and comedy workshops are open to all skill levels.

Local artists often use the theatre as a rehearsal space.

The future goal is to maintain affordability and community involvement.



Sound bites



"You cannot, will not kill it."

"It's like the Doctor Who TARDIS."

"We want people to see who you are."



Chapters



00:00 Introduction to The Staircase Theatre

01:03 The Evolution of The Staircase Theatre

02:48 The Role of The Staircase in Hamilton's Arts Scene

09:06 Event Hosting and Community Engagement

15:11 Supporting Artists and Building Community

20:52 Marketing Challenges in the Arts

27:00 Improv and Comedy Workshops

29:46 The Future of The Staircase Theatre



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