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Welcome to our JAN/FEB edition of LINK-Magazine.

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La Boheme joins tour to make a trio of exquisite operas performances

DESCRIBED as “genuinely exquisite”, with “extraordinary performances”, Ellen Kent’s spring opera tour visits Blackpool in March - with a brand new production of La Boheme.

Madama Butterfly and La Traviata delighted audiences back in November and the new tour adds the romantic and emotional La Boheme – playing at just 16 of the 75 performances around the UK and Ireland.

The internationally acclaimed Ukrainian National Opera of Kharkiv, joined by a host of handpicked soloists from across the world and accompanied by the Kharkiv theatre orchestra, has been singing to rave reviews.

After a two-year break to concentrate on other projects, Ellen’s comeback tour has proved a triumph – prompting packed theatres and sackfuls of good-will messages.

The award-winning director and producer said: “It’s so rewarding to hear how much enjoyment people get from my operas. It’s good to know I haven’t lost my touch!”

And true to Kent form, the new production of La Boheme features a few surprises alongside the stunning sets and glorious music. Madama Butterfly and La Traviata both featured children from local weekend drama schools. Now the appeal has gone out for dogs and a brass band – as the new production introduces a local element to each venue.

The productions took 18 months to bring to stage – and have been well worth waiting for – with Russian designer Nadezhda Shvets praised for the gorgeous sets and the £25,000-worth of silk gowns, including antique wedding kimonos from Japan, borrowed from Ellen described as “ravishingly beautiful”

Ellen said: “I try to make my operas engaging and sometimes I get carried away with interesting additions but with these there is no spin – just the drama and the beauty. I honestly think they are the best I’ve ever done.”

Sung in Italian with English surtitles, La Boheme, based on Henri Murger’s novel Scenes de la vie de boheme, focuses on the love between seamstress Mimi and poet Rodolfo. After falling in love instantly, Rodolfo later leaves Mimi due to her flirtatious behaviour, although he wracked by guilt since their life together has probably worsened Mimi’s delicate constitution. In true tragic opera fashion, the pair reunite briefly at the end before Mimi dies. Presented by Derek Block Concert Promotions, one of the biggest international promoters in the entertainments industry, the tour visits the Grand Theatre in Blackpool on March 6. International sopranos Elena Dee and Maria Tsonina take the leading role of Mimi, while “ladies favourite” Andriy Perfilov Rodolfo. They are joined by a 70-strong company including tenor Ruslan Zinevych, who has sung with Pavarotti and performed Ellen’s operas at the Royal Albert Hall in London.

New conductor Gheorghe Stanciu, artistic director of the Constanta Opera in Romania, has joined the tour, bringing a new focus to the music, provided by the esteemed Kharkiv Theatre Orchestra.

La Boheme at the Grand Theatre Blackpool

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Doctor of Chiropractic, Adam Carlisle, opened the clinic in 2009. Both he and a family member gained great benefit from Chiropractic care. So great in fact that Adam decided to study to become a Chiropractor himself and help others. He is a registered member of the General Chiropractic Council.

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ALZHEIMERS SUPPORT GROUP BLACKPOOL: meet at Independent Living Centre, 259 Whitegate Dr, Blackpool, FY3 9JL. 1pm - 3pm on the 3rd Monday of the month. Next meeting Feb 20th. For further info contact Alison or Sharon at the local Dementia/Alzheimers Office 01253 - 312893

Forest Gate Baptist Church (near Stanley Park) Services every Sunday at 10.45am and 6.30pm. For full details of other activities, please see our website www.fgbcblackpool.co.uk’

Lung Cancer Support Group - This meeting is for anyone affected by Lung Cancer. They meet of the 1st Wednesday of each month at 1pm, Whitegate Resource Centre, 259 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool FY3 9JL. This group has nursing input. For further details contact Donna Sheridan on Telephone: 01772 647040 or Mobile: 07508 375679 or email [email protected]

Stitch & Chat Club - Every Monday. Classes for over 60’s with tuition in card making, general crafts, crochet, knitting & cross stitch. Further info contact Brenda Kovacs 01253 405138. Venue: Dunsop Court, off Waterloo Road, South Shore.

St Bernadette’s Players amateur dramatic group meets every Thursday evening at 7.30pm at St Bernadette’s Church Hall, All Hallows Road. Contact Bernard Melling on 07846 629766 Lytham St Annes Music Circle Friday 10 February 7.30pm King Edward VII & Queen Mary School, Lytham: Louis Schwizgebel-Wang (piano) plays works by Haydn, Liszt, Ravel and Schubert. P.A.C.T Meeting The next Marton P.A.C.T Meetings are on Tuesday 7th February and 6th March at 4-OOpm. Venue - ‘RETRO’ on St. Leonard’s Road, Marton, Blackpool, (next door to the Launderette). If you are unable to attend the meeting there is a secondary P.A.C.T Meeting/ Councillors Surgery held every second Thursday of the Month, 9th February and 8th March at 6.00-6.30pm, at The United Reformed Church Hall, Preston Old Road, Marton, Blackpool (entrance, rear building on Kingsley Avenue) www. fyldeneighbourhoodwatch.co.uk/marton

Adult Support and Outreach Service invite you to come and join us for Tea and Home Made Cakes and Activities at Marton Methodist Church, Midgeland Road, South Shore, every Tuesday and Thursday starting Jan 2012. Meet up with friends old and new in a relaxed and friendly

atmosphere. Open Tuesday and Thursday 1.45pm to 3.45pm. Price £3.50. Please just come along or you can ring and book beforehand at Adult Support and Outreach Service, St Albans Road, Lytham St Annes on 01253 782743 or call in and see us.

Blackpool and the Fylde French Circle & North Fylde Music Circle; 3 February North Fylde Music Circle 7.30pm at Blackpool Sixth Form College’s new concert hall; Royal Northern College of Music Junior School’s outstanding students; non-members welcome; enquiries 01253 349650. 13 February Blackpool and the Fylde French Circle; 8pm St Margaret’s Church Hall, Rowsley Road, St Annes; non-members welcome; enquiries 01253 723265 or 01253 724472. 24 February North Fylde Music Circle 7.30pm at Blackpool Sixth Form College’s new concert hall; Lara Melda, piano, BBC Young Musician of the Year 2010; non-members welcome; enquiries 01253 349650. 27 February Blackpool and the Fylde French Circle; 8pm St Margaret’s Church Hall, Rowsley Road, St Annes; non-members welcome; enquiries 01253 723265 or 01253 724472

Wyre Seagulls first home game of the season Friday 17th February at SubZero, Cleveleys 9.45pm. Tickets £2 Adult, £1 Kids. Happy New Year to all our followers and sponsors for your continued support of your local hockey team.

UNISON retired members meet at Blackpool Town Hall the first Saturday of each month at 11am. All welcome. Contact Nita on 07943986030 Blackpool Victoria Hospital Walking Club11th December: A chance to Shop at and tour the Walls of Chester from only £8.00. Children welcome ring 346384. Meditation Classes - every wednesday evening 7 - 8 pm .... Relax, unwind, empty your mind, recharge your batteries and leave your worries behind. All welcome. only £5 per session at Soma Therapy Centre 32 Hesketh Avenue Bispham. Tel 0783 4072273


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Festival House on the People’s Promenade is Blackpool’s newest, architecturally inspired, venue providing a unique experience for weddings, naming ceremonies, civil partnerships or even renewing marriage vows.

The eye catching gold clad promenade venue provides an amazing scenic backdrop for weddings with a difference, where couples can exchange vows enjoying the summer sun or the winter illuminations

Kelly and Simon who live locally and have been engaged for five years were overwhelmed to receive the sponsorship package which is helping to build the wedding of their dreams. The couple officially opened the building on Thursday 15 December 2011.

Festival House couples have the chance to tie the knot with their loved one in the amazing Tower View Room in front of the huge plate glass, looking out across the Promenade to the world-famous Blackpool Tower.

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Blackpool Council’s Register Office has now been transferred into Festival House build from South King Street. This year the building will also have a tourist information centre and restaurant.

If you are interested in booking your wedding here please contact the council registrar team on 01253 477177, or visit www.blackpool.gov.uk/festivalhouse for more information.


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