December 2008 Archives

Richard De Vere - Abanazer & Gareth Wilde - Widow Twankey

St. Helen's Theatre Royal has pulled out all the stops this year to make their Christmas pantomime one for the adults as well as the children. Spectacular costumes, great music and a really funny script is proving to be a magical winner for all who have seen it. Big Brothers Spencer (Aladdin), Chantelle Joseph (Princess Jasmine) Richard De Vere (Abanazar) and possibly the best Dame in the business Gareth Wilde (Widow Twankey) come together to give uplifting performances of the centuries old tale of Aladdin. The Show runs until Sunday 11th January 2009.

Chantelle Joseph - Princess Jazmine & Spencer Smith - Aladdin

Daryl Bevers (Theatre Director) Jane Brown (Producer, Crown Productions)

Alex Hannah (Director of Bar Operations, Alma de Cuba), Chloe Donnelly (Alma De Cuba)

Last Sunday Alma De Cuba held a festive Gospel Sunday Brunch in the stunning surroundings of the restored church in Seel Street. Traditional roast dinners, and a brunch menu was perfectly complimented with the exceptional sound of the Alma De Cuba Gospel singers, who played a set of uplifting music which took on a more spiritual feel sung from the alter of Alma. Good food, amazing music and a fantastic selection of beverages ensured that the Sunday Brunch was both relaxing and enjoyable.

Andy Williams, Zena Taylor, Yvonne Shelton, Mark McKenzie - Alma De Cuba Gospel Singers

An evening of Champagne, cocktails and great live music celebrated the launch of Liverpool's newest bar recently in one of the city's cooler bar and arts district, L1. Hundreds of guests mingled at Chameleon, located at Back Colquitt Street, which promises to offer the best in live acoustic music in uber cool surroundings in 2009.

Gusto Restaurant, Albert Dock

Stylish restaurant Gusto at the Albert Dock was the venue recently for the Carolyn Hughes PR Christmas Charity Lunch in support of Wirral Witches (WOMEN IN TOUCH WITH CLAIRE HOUSE).  A superb afternoon including champagne on arrival followed by a sumptuous three course lunch, including a Christmas lunch with an Italian twist provided a hearty festive feast for the 120 guests.  The event was hosted by Radio City's Simon Ross, with support from Big Brothers Mario and Lisa, and entertainment was provided by the amazing Dominic Halpin and the Honey B's.

Cllr Berni Turner and Carolyn Hughes

Guests were also encouraged to have some fun with the 'green screen' Funky Bodies, a fantastic party attraction were guests heads are superimposed onto various characters whilst they sing and dance.  Over £1,000 was raised on the day for the growing Wirral Witches fund.

Gusto Restaurant, Albert Dock

Stylish restaurant Gusto at the Albert Dock was the venue recently for the Carolyn Hughes PR Christmas Charity Lunch in support of Wirral Witches (WOMEN IN TOUCH WITH CLAIRE HOUSE).  A superb afternoon including champagne on arrival followed by a sumptuous three course lunch, including a Christmas lunch with an Italian twist provided a hearty festive feast for the 120 guests.  The event was hosted by Radio City's Simon Ross, with support from Big Brothers Mario and Lisa, and entertainment was provided by the amazing Dominic Halpin and the Honey B's. 

Cllr Berni Turner and Carolyn Hughes

Guests were also encouraged to have some fun with the 'green screen' Funky Bodies, a fantastic party attraction were guests heads are superimposed onto various characters whilst they sing and dance.  Over £1,000 was raised on the day for the growing Wirral Witches fund.

Last night Radio City 96.7 and City Talk 105.9 recognised some of Merseyside's true Local Heroes at a moving star studded awards ceremony at the Royal Court Theatre in Liverpool city centre.

A host of soap stars, sporting stars and their partners supported one of Liverpool's most glittering occasions.

Among the guests at last night's glitzy gathering attended by over 1200 people were Jeremy Kyle, Sheree Murphy, Rafa and Montse Benitez, Fernando Torres, David Moyes, Matt Littler and Darren Jeffries, Terri Dwyer, Mikel Arteta, and Olympic boxer David Price.

Entertainment for the evening was provided by with Lemar, Leon Jackson, Animal, Cahill and Radio City comedian John Bishop.

Sir Paul McCartney sent a video message in acceptance of his award for Contribution to Music which was accepted on his behalf by Council Leader Warren Bradley. Whilst James Barton was delighted to receive his award as Business Person of the Year in recognition of his home grown, but internationally recognised Cream brand. James said "We never set out with a plan or a blueprint or a million pounds to invest, we set out to try and be the best, and at the back of our minds we always knew that if we were the best, the rewards would follow".