Private lives

I was awarded the Colin Duckworth encouragement award last May by the Melbourne French theatre, and wanted to thank Michael Bula for his contributions to Melbourne’s cultural life. Michael has been instrumental in creating a space where the French community could access high quality plays, often daring sometimes classic, but always impeccably chosen. I believe however that his contribution, through the 40 years running Melbourne French Theatre go beyond community and theatre patronage. Many young professionals have benefited through the MFT of a unique training in live performance, being as assistant stage manager, over-titler, make-up artist, costume designer…. Furthermore, by staging plays, written and performed in French to an English speaking audience, Michael has been facilitating cross-cultural and literary dialogue for people of all ages and walks of life. Lastly I believe that Michael should also be credited for having created a space where people can meet, rejoice, learn and share their love for a well written drama or comedy. I am extremely grateful to Michael for having had me, on two occasions, as part of the team, through an intellectual, emotional and human journey that has proved extremely rewarding.

Julie David 3/6/2016

Congratulations on another successful production – we really enjoyed Lunes de Miel last night.

Marguerite Milh was magnificient as Amanda.

Although we have not been able to attend many of your recent plays, we look forward to the 100th production!

John 6/5/2016

Encore une fois bravo pour une très belle production la semaine dernière .. et pour l’obtention d’une subvention de la Commission des Affaires Multiculturelles !

Myriam Boisbouvier-Wylie, Honorary Consul General of France in Melbourne 9/5/2016