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Rick Astley to “Rock the Rose” for IYAF!
Mar 8th
11th April 2010 – Rose Theatre
The IYAF is delighted to announce that 80’s pop idol Rick Astley, winner of “Best Act Ever” at the MTV Europe Music Awards in 2008, is playing at The Rose Theatre on Sunday 1
1 April to raise money for the International Youth Arts Festival. Rick will be appearing with his new band ‘The Luddites’ and performing a range of numbers from bands as varied as The Kings of Leon, Arctic Monkeys, T Rex, The Killers, Greenday as well as a cover of his classic award winning hit ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’
Rick holds the record for being the only male solo artist to have his first 8 singles reach the the top ten in the UK and has sold approximately 40 million records worldwide and IYAF is delighted to have his support.
Rick says “Due to overwhelming public demand The Luddites have been forced to break off their sell out tour of northern Belgium, and return to the UK to ‘Rock’ The Rose theatre. Playing Rock/Punk covers of the last few decades in their own unique style, the boys have brought pleasure to literally dozens of people.”
Drums/Vocals: Rick Astley
Bass: Simon Mattacks
Guitar: Graham Stack
Rick Astley and The Luddites will be supported by The Reptiles who cover classic 70′ and 80’s rock.
Tickets £10
Tickets available from www.rosetheatrekingston.org
Audition Opportunity
Jan 11th
AUDITION FOR A PLAY AT THE ROSE THEATRE!
“None But Friends” is a play about the Peasants’ Revolt of 1381. It
will be presented in modern dress at The Rose Theatre as part of the
International Youth Arts Festival in July 2010.
The play is written by Allan Swift and Bob Tomson. Allan has written
for Hollyoaks, Casualty, EastEnders and The Bill and has directed
numerous plays in London theatres; he is currently lecturing on the
Screenwriting module at Kingston University. Bob Tomson is one the
West End’s most successful/leading directors; he currently has two hit
shows in London: Blood Brothers (which has been running for over
twenty years) and Dreamboats and Petticoats and he’s about to direct
the world tour of Evita; he also directs for The Bill and Doctors.
Bob will attend rehearsals of None But Friends so this is a great
opportunity for the cast to benefit from the wealth of his experience.
We are looking for a boy aged between twelve and fourteen to play
Richard II, who was King of England at the time. The character is
central to two scenes and has a small but crucial speaking part.
There are also two crowd scenes (and small parts) open to those aged
16 and above; an ability to sing will be an advantage.
The play will be directed by Allan Swift with Tanju Duncan as
Assistant Director.
Those wishing to audition must have have parental consent.
Interested parties please contact: allanswift741@googlemail.com
Sponsorship Opportunities for 2010
Dec 23rd
IYAF showcases the very best of young people from around the UK and further afield. IYAF takes over buildings, parks, outdoor spaces, the internet and the airwaves for 10 whole days!
We are always open to discussing sponsorship and partnership opportunities. Please contact the Festival Director on aniela@iyafestival.org.uk or on 0208 547 6909 for more information.
Martha Tilston fundraiser a huge success for IYAF
Dec 11th
24TH JANUARY 2010 – ROSE THEATRE
Thank you to everyone that attended the Martha Tilston and friends fundraising gig in January, your support is truly appreciated and these fundraisers are key to us being able to deliver a succesful fundraiser…. Look out for Martha’s third album which she is currently working on.
Check out Rick Astley and The Luddites who will be performing a fundraiser for IYAF on 11th April!
