The Cruickshank Gregg Lecture Theatre
One of the oldest surviving buildings on campus was completed in time for the opening of the new school on 6 March 1961. Over the years it has hosted lectures, events and activities, including serving as a cinema for the borders. An old boy wryly remembered the uncomfortable wooden seats from which they watched films at the weekend, all projected onto a screen.
Beneath the building is a little-known storeroom once used by the Army Quartermaster to store equipment. After the cadets were disbanded in 1975, the room was vacated and has since been used for storage. 1
The lecture theatre has had several renovations during its life and now has very comfortable theatre style seating. In December 2018 the lecture theatre was renamed the Cruikshank Gregg Lecture Theatre, in recognition of many years of service to the school of friends John Cruikshank (1946-50) and Michael Gregg (1946-51). 2
[1] Cygnet 1975, p.59
[2] Potted History, Lee Panotidis p66
More about John Cruickshank and Michael Gregg
John Cruichshank and Michael Gregg both attended Hale School at Havelock Street from 1946-1950. John was captain of School in 1950. They were both members of the Board of Governors for long periods of time; John from 1982-88 and 1994-95 and Chairman from 1989-93 and 1996-1997; Michael from 1973-1990 and Chairman from 1984-88.
John provided generous support to the Hale School Foundation and various projects over the years helping fund many of these projects. He was a dignified, humble man whose gentle nature was built from his deep values and a commitment to his family and friends.
Michael was also a generous supporter of the Hale School Foundation and provided a donation to set up the David Gregg Citizenship Award in memory of his son. Michael was well known and respected by all members of the Hale School Community and showed genuine concern and support for all initiatives associated with his time on the board.
