Dame Vera Lynn Centenary Concert at London Palladium

Dame Vera Lynn Centenary Concert at London Palladium

by | Feb 8, 2017 | Celebrity, Featured, Glo Arts & Entertainment

Dame Vera Lynn Centenary Concert at London Palladium Saturday 18th March 2017

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Russell Watson, Sir Tim Rice, Alan Titchmarsh, Brian Blessed, Simon Callow, Pam St Clement, Anita Harris, Clare Teal and Una Stubbs are the next celebrities announced to perform in 100: A Tribute to Dame Vera Lynn – a one-night spectacular on Saturday 18th March at The London Palladium.

The new stars join the existing line up which includes singing sensations Blake and Hayley Westenra as well as comedian Alexander Armstrong.

More celebrity artistes who will appear and honour The Force’s Sweetheart on the night of the show will be released over the next few weeks.

Celebrating and honouring Dame Vera Lynn’s centenary year, the show will tell the story of her remarkable life, and highlight her many hits such as We’ll Meet Again and The White Cliffs of Dover.  

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Commenting on their appearance Blake, who first performed with Dame Vera at The Imperial War Museum at a charity function in 2009, said: “Over the last ten years we have enjoyed some beautiful memories with Dame Vera, performing for her, singing with her and even taking her to the dance floor! Being part of Dame Vera’s 100th celebration is an honour and a privilege for all three of us, it will be magical.”

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English actress and carry on film star, Anita Harris, added:“Having been lucky enough to share the stage with Dame Vera and Sir Harry Secombe for Her Royal Highness the Queen Mother the echoes of joy and the delight from the audience when Sir Harry introduced Dame Vera to sing The White Cliffs of Dover still ring so clearly in my memory.  Now all these years later I am honoured to be paying tribute to such a wonderful lady.” 

Those lucky enough to snap up tickets to this star-studded event will not only be treated to a unique West End experience but will most importantly help raise money for the Dame Vera Lynn Children’s Charity (DVLCC) – a cause incredibly close to Vera’s heart.

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Dame Vera commented:

“I have been involved with children with cerebral palsy since 1955 but one of my greatest achievements was establishing the school for parents, for children under five years with cerebral palsy and other motor learning difficulties.  It is with pride that we have now renamed our charity the Dame Vera Lynn Children’s Charity and moved to a new centre in East Sussex.  “My role as president of the charity is still hugely important to me. For a family to be suddenly and unexpectedly faced with the news that their child is affected by cerebral palsy is a life-altering experience.  The special attention that their child will need in his or her early years is woefully lacking in the public sector.  The free service that our charity provides is a lifeline to families.  The Charity will support them through the early years and help to ensure that their child achieves their maximum potential and that more children and future adults will be able to take a full and active part in their own lives and make a meaningful contribution to society.”

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100: A Tribute to Dame Vera Lynn as it is entitled – is being held at the London Palladium on 18th March 2017.

 

Tickets are on sale now priced from £50 and available from http://www.seetickets.com/show/100-a-tribute-to-dame-vera-lynn/pal/2/5169

A Tribute To Dame Vera Lynn at London Palladium, London
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Buy A Tribute To Dame Vera Lynn tickets – choose your own seats using our interactive seating plan. Official West End theatre retailer. Dates from Saturday, 18 Mar 2017 at 7:30 PM.
Follow Your Star and be a Dedicated Follower of Fashion

Follow Your Star and be a Dedicated Follower of Fashion

by | Dec 12, 2016 | Celebrity, Featured

We all take fashion for granted, whether or not we follow the trend of the fast changing look of the moment.

You may not want to follow fashion but be a lover of a classic look, as simple as cashmere or the little black dress. But whatever you wear, it has been set as a trend by a movie star or icon over the past century.

Katherine Hepburn for instance was famous for her snubbing of the Hollywood system, which was already in place when she was offered her first movie contract, refusing to conform to the glitz and the glam, but assuming her very own style of little makeup and plain classic appearance. She of course became one of the most revered icons in Hollywood.

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Marilyn Monroe on the other hand went full on glittering movie star in every sense, but still managed to come out as a revered Hollywood legends, celebrated today as one of the sexiest women to adorn the walk of fame.

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It may seem strange but the legendary puppet Lady Penelope set the trend with her haut couture fashion and pink girl power. Our very own Sylvia Anderson created both the puppet and the imagery around her. She based the concept on the Scarlett Pimpernel but wanted to make the hero a female, way ahead of her time. Lady P is still among the most popular personalities in television.

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Madonna in more recent years has influenced generations with her bold colours and revealing lines, with full on rock and roll chic. She took no prisoners in the eighties with her teasing lyrics and evocative moves informed women they had a right to be seen and heard – as well as sexy.

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Lady Gaga may be famous for her raw meat dress, but her fashions are brave and inspiring, in line with her music. She comes out for the abused and under privileged, which matches her plucky attires.   She is not to be messed with and neither is her look.

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So we all take our inspiration from one icon or another, but the question we need to ask is, ’who am I as a person and what am I wanting to present to the World? You may be restricted by your profession or lifestyle, but in your down time what sort of individual do you want to portray?

I recently met the Head of a Corporate Finance Company. I expected him to be suited and booted, but he had great pride in revealing his tattoos and piercings under his white shirt and tie. ‘It is my brand’ he exclaimed and went on to say he encouraged each member of his staff to find their own identity, even if not as extreme. I was thrilled and humbled, and extremely grateful that I had the privilege of meeting such an inspiring individual in such an unlikely environment. It certainly gave me food for thought, and dented my stereotype imagery of the corporate world of finance.

 

What is your favourite look to match your personality? Please share it with us, we would like to know. let us know on twitter or facebook #glotimetv

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