LIGHT ENTERTAINMENT NEWS ROUND-UP- Compiled by Mark Ritchie
ICONIC PIER FOR SALE
The famous and historic North Pier in Blackpool has been put up for same by the owners. This news has caused quite a shock in the town as the Sedgewick family, who own and operate all three Blackpool piers, are said to be focussing on developing the Central and South Piers.
GRAND ORDER OF WATER RATS NEWS
Our very own design manager Adam Press has been accepted into the Grand Order of Water Rats and he is cock-a-hoop at this great honour. A rare triple induction ceremony took place at the order’s HQ in Grays Inn Road London and recently and Adam, who is a successful musician and entertainer in his own right, is said to be over the moon.
NEWS FROM MORECAMBE
The historic Winter Gardens venue in Morecambe is set for a boost as the Circle is set to re-open for the first time since the late 1970’s. This will almost double the capacity of the venue, which is popular with touring bands and acts. Marketing this place as a live music venue, it has been reported that a lot of ‘Love and Care’ is being put into the upstairs refurbishment and the new capacity will be around 1600.
BRADFORD LIVE
A former city centre cinema who lay derelict for many years had now re-opened, after a massive refurbishment. The old Odeon Cinema in Bradford stands just yards from the famous Alhambra Theatre and the neglected building had become a real eyesore. After much to-ing and fro-ing with the local council, a London based company has stepped in to run the business. Stars such as comedian Bill Bailey and a touring show featuring stars Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Joe Pasquale and Shane Richie, accompanied by a 15-piece orchestra, will appear over the next few weeks.
