The Sands Venue Blackpool will be hosting another fantastic charity night in support of local charity Brian House Children’s Hospice on Sunday, 7th August 2011, as part of their ongoing dedication to the local community. The event will be hosted by TV and award winning West End star Richard Shelton, best known to millions for playing the role of the murderous Dr Adam Forsythe on ITV’s Emmerdale.
The evening will begin at 7pm with a superb three course meal followed by entertainment from The Sands resident Swing Band accompanied by a host of sensational guest vocalists including TV stars and other celebrity appearances. Graeme Hawley, famed for playing hapless murderer John Stape in Coronation Street, will be joined by Natalie Anderson who plays Alicia in Emmerdale and also starred magnificently in the West End play “Wicked”.
Other celebrity vocalists taking to the stage to perform Rat Pack and also stage classics include; Robert Cavanah from The Royal, Liam O’Brien previously on Emmerdale, Michelle Hardwick (The Royal) Kirsty Leigh Porter (Emmerdale) and Rachel Leskovac (Coronation Street and Holby City). Travelling all the way from LA is singer-songwriter Mark Arnell who is currently starring on Warner Bros TNT TV show “Memphis Beat” as the singing voice of actor Jason Lee!
Attendees of the event will see these guest singers performing well known and well loved show tunes and also swing classics, accompanied by a 7 piece swing band. There will also be a charity auction and raffle too, with many great prizes to be won such as signed memorabilia and tickets for great days out!
Venue owner, Peter Swann, commented; “We had a great charity night last year raising nearly £4,000 for charity and we are aiming to beat that target this year! This will be a very special evening.”
Incidentally, tickets for Blackpool Gazette readers have been reduced to £29.99, you must quote “GAZPR78” when you book in order to receive this special offer. Usual price is £39.99 including a delicious 3 course meal. If you have never visited the fabulous Sands Venue in Blackpool you are in for a real treat!
For more information or to make a reservation please call the booking line: 01253 625262.
