The Tower Theatre’s Awards

The Tower Theatre Company presents two awards each year :

The Frank Smith Award is presented annually in memory of Frank Smith to a Company Member (or sometimes two) of three years or less in recognition of their commitment and involvement in a wide range of the Company’s voluntary activities. The award is made by the Management Committee. The winner receives a copy of Frank Smith’s book telling the early history of the Company, This Insubstantial Pageant, and a free ticket to each show for a year.

The Barbara Waddell Award (previously known as the Harold Mellor Award) is presented annually in memory of Barbara to recognise someone who has made a significant contribution to the Company over a number of years. The award is made by the Management Committee. The winner receives a plaque with their name on in recognition of their long-standing contribution to and support of the company, and a free ticket to each show for a year.

The Board and Management Committee may also exceptionally award Life Membership to an active member who over a long period of time has contributed to a wide range of areas supporting the running and success of the company.
Current Life Members are Celia Reynolds, Laurence Tuerk, Sheila Burbidge, Tom Tillery, Alison Liney, John McSpadyen, Keith Syrett, Denyse Macpherson and Robert Pennant Jones.

The winners of the 2025 awards

THE FRANK SMITH AWARD

THE BARBARA WADDELL / HAROLD MELLOR AWARD