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Event Write Ups - Gigs and Shows

These write ups show the enormous range of fundraising and raising awareness events that take place in aid of CRY.  They are a great source of ideas, and give a good indication of what various types of event involve.

 

If you would like to send in a write up of your CRY fundraising or awareness raising event, please e-mail kerry@c-r-y.org.uk with photos and at least 100 words of text.

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Charity Gig in Memory of Gary Pope

Rob Pope organised a charity gig in memory of his brother Gary Pope. Rob plays keyboard in the band 'Murdoch's Crazy Eyes', who played for free at the event. Proceeds were split between CRY and Horsham First Aid Responders. A fantastic £2000 was raised for CRY.

Brandenburg Choral Festival Performance for CRY - 12th April 2013
A concert helping to raise awareness of CRY was held in the beautiful setting of the chapel at King’s College London on Friday, April 12, 2013. The Tredici Chamber Choir, conducted by Richard Thomas and accompanied by organist Martyn Noble, performed pieces including Stabat Mater by Scarlatti, Brahms’ German Requiem and Faure’s Requiem.

Lily Pond Single Launch in memory of Michael Cadman - 13th December 2012
A music student at UWS Ayr, Dean Darkie has released a song Lily Pond in memory of his cousin Michael Cadman. In 2007, Michael, a healthy 17 year old studying sound production at Perth College died very suddenly from an undiagnosed heart condition.

The Outwood Forgers Perform at the Red Lion - 2nd September 2012
The Outwood Forgers performed at the Red Lion pub in Turners Hill on the 2nd September to raise funds and awareness for CRY. Their performance raised £109.72 in donations.

 

Charity gig in memory of Sam Wright - 25th August 2012
On Saturday 25th August 2012, Mark Wright organised a charity gig at St Nicholas Church Hall (Allestree, Derby) to raise money and awareness for CRY in memory of Sam Wright.

St Georges Day Parade in memory of Andrew Parr & Jordan Grant - 22nd April 2012
On Sunday 22nd April 2012, the Preston District Scouts held a collection as part of their St Georges Day Parade in memory of Andrew Parr and Jordan Grant. CRY supporter Chris Smith was invited along to the AGM to be presented with a cheque for CRY.

The Ministers Gig in memory of Olivia Raby - 27th May 2012
On 27th May 2012 the Ministers rock cover band helped raise money for CRY to go towards heart screening tests through Olivia Raby’s Memorial Fund and raised £364.72.

 

An Evening With Bill Neely - 27th January 2012
On Friday 27th January 2012 a special evening was planned with CRY patron, Bill Neely, to raise money for CRY and Little Missenden Infant School. A late call away to the Falklands for work for Bill, meant the evening had to be saved by a colleague James Mates who stepped in and helped raise a wonderful £1,020.79 for CRY.

 

Carols for CRY Charity Concert - 15th December 2011

Over 500 people attended the Carols for CRY concert in the beautiful Guards Chapel in Wellington Barracks on the evening of December 15 for a fundraising carol service kindly organised for CRY by Pippa Miller. CRY Patrons Simon Halliday, Phil Packer, Nick Easter & Bill Neely; CRY Chairman Hugh Mulcahey and Angus Fraser provided readings. CRY Patrons Pixie Lott and Kathryn Harries performed solos.

Doncaster College Annual Show in memory of Aimee Garnett - 10th & 11th March 2011
Dance students and staff from Doncaster College and University Centre Doncaster have raised £780 in memory of Aimee Garnett from the proceeds of their annual show.

ACT2 charity show; "Its Just the Way of the World" - 30th October 2010
The youngsters of ACT2 (Axmouth Children's Theatre and their friends) were performing again on 30th October 2010. The group, who do it purely for fun and to raise money for charities, put on a one night show in Axmouth Church.

Woodstick Festival - 7th August 2010
On one afternoon every August, a secret corner of Bute Park in Cardiff, known as ‘Wormbley Arena’, comes alive with great unplugged music, piles of cake and reams of bunting. This is Woodstick, a free mini-festival featuring the best unplugged music from Cardiff and beyond, and this year donations were invited for Cardiac Risk in the Young.

"Hairgel - The Musical" - 3rd, 4th & 5th June 2010
This two act musical was written by Malcolm Henty and his granddaughter Bethany Wood. It was performed over three nights by the cast of ACT2 and their friends in Axmouth Village Hall to raise money for CRY in memory of a young mum Ali Ostler from the village and Malcolm’s niece Natalie, who both died of SADS.

Charity gig in memory of Liam Morefield - 19th November 2009
Sophie Sandles organised a charity gig at The Frog and Fiddle (Cheltenham) to raise money and awareness for CRY in memory of Liam Morefield.

"GUYfest" in memory of Guy Evans - 22nd August 2009
A fundraising and awareness-raising event in memory of Guy Evans.

Charity Musical Evening - 13th June 2009
CRY supporters Christine Abram and Ruth Lowe organised a charity musical evening at Preston Minster.  The event was in aid of three charities - CRY, EDN (Eating Disorder Network) and Disabled Cricket.  There was also a raffle, auction and refreshments including homemade cakes.

Classical recital in memory of Alex Buckler - 16th April 2009
Edward Marsh, baritone, accompanied by Peter Ford on piano, performed an evening of songs during a Charity Recital held in memory of Alex Buckler.

Concert in memory of Fabian Maingot - 11th March 2009
Cardinal Vaughan Memorial School's Big Band played a concert at St. John's Church, Westminster, in memory of former pupil Fabian Maingot, who died suddenly of a heart problem in 1999.  The event raised money for Cardiac Risk in the Young and the British Heart Foundation.

C-Fest: An evening of music to raise funds for CRY in memory of Harvey Hague-Armitage - March 2009
Students from Cardinal Griffin Catholic High School organised and performed an evening of contemporary rock and metal music to raise funds for CRY in memory of fellow student Harvey Hague-Armitage.  The event consisted of a mixture of solo performances and performances by groups.

Dolly Parton Night - 21st October 2008

Joseph Tanner organised a Dolly Parton Night to raise money and awareness for CRY.  Joseph was keen to help CRY raise awareness after collapsing whilst running in March 2008 and subsequently being diagnosed with Brugada Sydrome.

"Stars in the Club's Eyes" and Family Fun Day in memory of Stevie Wiggins - April / May 2008

Money was raised for the Stevie Wiggins Memorial Fund within CRY, through two events held at Preston Grasshoppers rugby club - a "Stars in the Club's Eyes" talent show; and a Family Fun Day (the latter combined with a rugby match).

Charity Show in memory of Nathan Butler - March 2008

A grand charity show was recently held at Cobridge Coronation Club, Stoke on Trent, to raise money for CRY and Mencap.  The show featured comedy, music and dancing, and the sell-out night was greatly enjoyed by all who attended.

"H-Fest" in memory of Harvey Hague-Armitage - 18th January 2008

An evening of contemporary music was held at Cardinal Griffin Catholic High School to raise money and awareness for CRY in memory of gifted musician Harvey Hague-Armitage.  A range of musical styles were performed by talented students, and the evening was well supported by Harvey's friends and family.

Charity concert in memory of Cecilia Barriga - 7th July 2007

Seven young musicians organised and performed a charity concert in St. Edmunds Church, Beckenham.  The event was to raise funds and awareness for CRY, in memory of Cecilia Barriga.

Fernhurst frazzles to Blackdown magic - 8th June 2007

When Blackdown announced that they would play the King's Arms at Fernhurst, it raised the question could the boys rock such a major venue and keep the crowd buzzing for a show running more than 2 hours?

Wolves Youth Bank Showcase - March 2007

Ashley Cox, Adele Cox, Aaron Cox, Nathan Robinson, Elle Robinson, Larni Robinson, Danielle Robinson, Stacey-Dawn Round and Sian Morgan took part in the Wolves Youth Bank Showcase to raise awareness of CRY in memory of Donna Marie Cox.

Charity Gig - Rosemary's Baby - 10th February 2007

Over 200 people turned up at Littleton School where we had lights, staging, loud music and over 5 bands performing throughout the night.

Charity lingerie fashion show in memory of Martyn Luckett - November 2006

Charlotte Luckett organised a charity lingerie fashion show to raise money and awareness for CRY in memory of her brother Martyn.

Charity gig in memory of Jennifer Finney - 16th September 2006

Chris Bath organised and performed at a charity gig in memory of his girlfriend Jennifer Finney.  Also performing at the gig were Ciaran France, The Model Village and Soft-Use.  The evening was a fantastic success, raising awareness of CRY, and also raising over £1000. 

See also http://www.myspace.com/chrisbath24

'Red CRY at Night' charity gig - 12th August 2006

Charity music event at Woodbridge Community Centre, featuring performances by Ben Scully, Slippery Penguin and Shut Up Shirley.

Imperial College London support CRY with Arts Fest 2006 - 6th to 10th February 2006

Hanna Barriga, a very talented musician and good friend of the Imperial College Arts Festival committee, lost her sister Cecilia in May 2005 to an unknown heart condition.  The committee agreed with Hanna's suggestion that Arts Fest 2006 should choose CRY as its charity to support.

Fashion Extravaganza - 20th October 2005

A fashion show at The New Stadium in Swansea.  On show were the latest Autumn / Winter collections.  Proceeds will go to a number of good causes including CRY.

An Evening of Songs For All - 17th September 2005

A concert was held at Kings School, Bruton, in memory of former pupil Alex Buckler.  The concert featured performances from two choirs - The Cider Singers and The Quorum - as well as performances by some of Alex's friends.

The Celebration of Life Aesthete Show - 7th August 2005

Miniature horse show held in memory of Vicky Johnson.  This year's event featured a tombola, raffles, home made flapjack, and even a fancy dress event for the miniature horses (and one Great Dane!)

'Heart & Music' charity gala performance - 30th June 2005

An exciting musical theatre production.  There were four charity performances of this show at the Devonport Playhouse, Plymouth.

'Return to the Forbidden Planet' charity performance - 12th May 2005

Kingston Vale Operatic and Dramatic Society (KVODS) performed 'Return to The Forbidden Planet' in May 2005 and the opening night's ticket sales were donated to CRY.

Aesthete Miniature Horse Show

An event held in memory of Vicky Johnson.  A great day was had by all, and CRY Teddy and QT Kanga joined in the fun too.

Tara_Field_dancers.JPG (5145 bytes) Unforgettable' by Tara Field
On 9th September 2000 I organised a song and dance show in aid of CRY. It was titled "Unforgettable" and was in memory of my sister Therese who died suddenly on 9th April 1997. The show raised £1262.63 and consisted of jazz, tap and ballet routines as well as some vocal numbers. There was a cast of 60 ranging in ages from 4 to 37.

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