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Move over Dylan – Wigan is Bringing it
all Back Home
Wiganers are to be given the perfect platform to prove they are the next
Bob Dylan, Eva Cassidy or Katie Melua. Ince Public Hall is hosting a
series of ‘open mic’ nights over the coming months thanks to Ormskirk
based entertainment agency Abacus Music.
In association with Wigan Leisure Culture Trust, the agency is
organising the nights to encourage local musicians to showcase their
talent in a relaxed environment. Entertainers and musicians of all ages
are urged to come along to the Leisure Venue on Ince Green Lane, to take
part in what promises to be a fantastic evening of live music.
Experienced performers and novices alike are invited to perform their
latest songs in front of an appreciative audience.
“The aim is to offer budding musicians the opportunity to perform in
front of a willing crowd. Those that are stage shy needn’t worry as
support will be given to all and listeners are especially welcome,” says
Abacus Music Spokesperson Jill Fielding. “Ince Public Hall provides the
perfect venue for an event of this type, so if a drink and a sing along
is what you’re after come along and sample some of Wigan’s finest
entertainment”.
The music scene in Wigan Borough is going from strength to strength,
however the Trust has recognised that there is a huge gap for performers
who may not be in the position to start their own full-time band, but
still want to express themselves in front of a live audience.
Brian Yates, the Trust’s Leisure Venues Manager says, “There are a lot
of talented musicians in Wigan and Leigh and we want to encourage people
to come forward and perform their skills in front of a live audience.
There aren’t enough venues in Wigan and the surrounding areas that
encourage young and old alike to pick up their guitars and express
themselves – we hope this is a step in the right direction.”
The next event is being held on 26th November 2005, Doors open at 8.00pm
and entry is £2.00. A full P.A. rig and proficient operator will be on
hand to assist all musicians. If you would like any further information
regarding event dates please call Jill Fielding on 01695
424209/07712892999. Please note this event is not a karaoke evening.
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NOTES TO EDITORS: For further information on this News Release please
contact Chris Dunbar, Public Relations Officer, Wigan Leisure and
Culture Trust on 01942 486937 or at c.dunbar@wlct.org
Wigan Leisure and Culture Trust: Wigan Leisure and Culture Trust is a
charitable trust working on behalf of Wigan Council to manage and
support Leisure and Cultural facilities, initiatives and events for
300,000 residents across the Wigan Borough.
Getting Wigan Active: Getting Wigan Active is WLCT’s vision to ensure
that people across the Wigan Borough have the opportunity to become more
physically, mentally and creatively active. It also aims to increase
community activity and to encourage good citizenship.
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