MORE ACTS ANNOUNCED FOR THIS YEAR’S CREWE CARNIVAL

16 July 2010

 

Cheshire East Council has unveiled more acts that are to perform at this year’s Crewe Carnival (Saturday, August 28).

Professional stunt artists, rock bands and community dancers are among a host of performers at this year’s much-anticipated event.

‘Over The Rainbow’ finalist, Dani Rayner, will also perform at the Carnival after the 17-year-old’s success in the BBC talent show. Dani, from Northwich, will perform a number of songs, including some of her favourites from ‘Over the Rainbow’.

Dani told Cheshire East Council: “I am delighted to be able to sing at the Carnival. I would like to send many special thanks to the local supporters who were so kind during my time on 'Over the Rainbow’.”

Dani Rayner in 'Over the Rainbow'
The Carnival will be officially opened by Cheshire East Mayor, Councillor Gordon Baxendale.

Cheshire’s Silk 106.9 Breakfast Show presenter, Andy Bailey, will host this year’s show together with Paul Senior from CAT Radio.

Crewe Carnival-goers can also look forward to:

•    A performance by singer and actor, Darius Campbell
•    Performances by local band Vavoom, The Retrospective and Tom Seals (pianist and singer) and band (all courtesy of Volume PR)
•    Stunt displays by Jez Avery (pictured)
•    The Kangaroos (gymnastic display scheme)
•    Performances from X Academy and Footloose dance groups
•    Matrix cheerleading squad
•    Mini car display
•    A display of Cheshire birds of prey and Wyche Dog Training Club
•    A performance from this year’s Star Quest winner

•    Display stand by Cheshire East Council’s Love Food Hate Waste team.
•    Display by Crewe and Nantwich Horticultural Society
•    Brazilian football skill lessons, Korfball and archery
•    A children’s fairground and refreshment stands
•    A huge firework display, courtesy of Crewe Carnival partner’s Nemesis.

The event is free but anyone who wants to attend the evening concert will need to get a ticket from Lyceum Theatre, Nantwich Customer Services office and The Box in Crewe. Tickets will be available from August 2.Only five tickets available per individual.

Cheshire East Councillor Andrew Knowles, Cabinet member for health and wellbeing, said:

“We are really gearing up to this year’s Carnival now. It’s encouraging to see so many local performers are keen to be involved, ensuring there is something for all the family.

“My thanks go to the Carnival Group for their work in organising the event. I urge families in Crewe and beyond to get down to the Lyceum Theatre on August 2 and get their tickets for what is sure to be a memorable day.”

Silk FM presenter Andy Bailey, said:

‘I don’t think we’ve ever had this much variety at Crewe Carnival - there really is something for everyone. Loads of towns up and down the land have lost their big local events, and it’s important everybody comes out and supports what is a thriving festival of entertainment. I can’t wait for the party to start!’

Volume director Toby Robinson, added:

“I think we’ve come up with the strongest and most diverse line-up of bands, artists and performers in years.

“Hopefully we’ve given the town enough reasons to get excited about Crewe Carnival 2010. Everyone can expect a great mix of entertainment and it’s free.”

Please find below further information on the bands that are due to perform at this year’s carnival:

Well-known on the local music circuit, Vavoom will entertain with a sound that transcends generations. Both old and young can enjoy their rock ‘n’ roll, influenced by the likes of Eddie Cochran, Chuck Berry, Stray Cats and the Brian Setzer Orchestra.

Crewe indie-pop band The Retrospective promise to deliver upbeat and uplifting tunes.

Local, young musician Tom Seals will pay tribute to the likes of Michael Buble with a full backing band.