Veterans urged to join in with D-day event
and a celebration of the enduring appeal of classic rock and the bright future of young talents in the arts community.
Valerie Weyland, principal of Stagecoach Portsmouth, said: “The students really enjoyed performing with the Ultimate Rock Show at the Kings Theatre – they even got to perform solos as they were offered the mic by the band. They showed such confidence and raised a huge cheer from the crowd as they performed their two numbers.”
In the 36 years since launching, Stagecoach Performing Arts has seen more than one million students unlock their creative potential.
Provided with the support and dedication of an outstanding Principal network, the students learn so much more than how to sing, dance and act.
Stagecoach helps them blossom into well-rounded individuals, ready to embrace life and all of its exciting opportunities.
With a network of over 60,000 students and more than 3,000 extra-curricular Performing Arts Schools worldwide, Stagecoach aims to make a difference in its students’ lives by teaching Creative Courage for Life, and many children have gone on to study and work in performing arts from blockbuster films to countless roles in local theatre productions.
Early Stages classes are available for children aged four to six and Main Stages classes for six to 18-year-olds.
For more information about Stagecoach Performing Arts, visit https://www.stagecoach. co.uk/portsmouth or call 07579 004288.
Churchill Retirement Living
Churchill Retirement Living is calling for local people, especially armed forces veterans and their friends and families, to join in with a special event in the lead-up to the 80th anniversary of D-day.
The event will take place on Thursday, May 23 from 2-4pm at Beck Lodge on Botley Road, Park Gate.
Everyone is welcome to join Churchill apartment owners to raise a glass and commemorate the 80th anniversary of this historic and decisive moment in the Second World War.
Visitors will enjoy a warm welcome, free refreshments and an opportunity to share memories with like-minded people in the comfort of the development’s comfortable Owners’ Lounge.
Churchill’s senior marketing manager Caroline Haswell said: “Our D-day commemoration event is the perfect opportunity for local people to come and mark the anniversary of this huge moment in our history.
“We’d love to welcome anyone with interesting memories to share about the war.
“Whether they experienced it first-hand or have a family member who played a part, it’s a time to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms we all enjoy today.
“It’s also a chance to meet our owners and our friendly team and learn about the freedom, security and independence that can be enjoyed in a new Churchill apartment.
“I’d encourage people to come and see for themselves the wonderful community atmosphere on offer here.”
Beck Lodge, pictured ,is a collection of stylish and energy-efficient one and two-bedroom retirement apartments for the over-60s.
To find out more and register to attend, please call 01489 858997 or visit the website: churchillretirement.co.uk