‘The Show Must Go On’: Huge charity event planned in memory of local man

The event will be raising money for Pancreatic Cancer Action and Rowcroft Hospice placeholder image
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The event, organised by Jackie Thompson in memory of her husband John, will raise money and awareness for Pancreatic Cancer Action and Rowcroft Hospice, with a packed programme of live entertainment and DJ sets.

A fundraising event in memory of a local man is set to bring live music, DJs and entertainment to Torquay later this month, while raising funds for two important charities.

The event is called ‘The Show Must Go On’ and has been organised by Jackie Thompson in loving memory of her husband, John Thompson.

It will be raising money and awareness for Pancreatic Cancer Action and Rowcroft Hospice.

Taking place at Arena Torquay on Saturday, November 21, the event will feature a packed programme of live entertainment.

This will include live music from Riviera Dogs, The Shrine, Anika Alexis, Sabrina Solo, Lea Millman, James Harris, Saxophone Bingo Bangers, Kelly Worthington and Lori Smith.

There will also be DJ sets from Scorpio, Nick Coles, Mike mcgowan, Ben McGowan, Alex Souloud, Iain Mckenzie, Joe Freeze, DJ Vibes, Matt Vinyl, Martin Smith, Little Kev, Dec B and Mr South.

John’s son, Brandon Thompson, will also be taking to the decks to perform a DJ set during the event.

Alongside the music, visitors can enjoy stilt and hoop dancers, as well as getting some body and face art.

Organisers are also encouraging guests to wear purple, the colour associated with Pancreatic Cancer awareness, in support of the cause.

The box office lounge will be open from 12 and then the 3 main rooms will be open from 3pm until late.

Tickets are available now.

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