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Coronation Street Stars Raise Funds for Maddi

 Stars come out for 5-year-old cancer sufferer.

The stars came out for a night of music and comedy on Sunday, when Thwaites Empire Theatre played host to a special fund-raising concert starring cast-members from Coronation Street.

Maddi's Magnificent Corrie Caper

Maddi's Magnificent Corrie Caper was organised to raise money for five-year-old cancer sufferer Madison Allan and her family to be able to enjoy a dream holiday at Disneyland Paris. Proceeds from Sunday's show went directly to the travel agents so the family can go away in June.

The soap stars appearing on stage included Andy Whyment (Kirk), Sam Aston(Chesney), Malcolm Hebden (Norris), Steve Huison (Eddie Windass), Debbie Rush(Anna Windass), Jenny McAlpine (Fizz), Kym Marsh (Michelle), Peter Armitage (Bill Webster), Graeme Hawley (John Stape), Jack Shepherd (David Platt),  Scott Wright (Sam Kingston) and Chris Gascoyne (PeterBarlow). There was also a spot of stand-up from Jimmy Cricket, acomedy sketch from Sue Devaney, and opera from BBC Radio Lancashire's John Christos. Everything was held together in fine style by Ted Robbins and the evening raised nearly £4000.

The show had been organised by Shobna Gulati, who plays Sunita in the soap, who has known Madison's family for several years and called on her fellow actors and behind-the-scenes staff for this special event. She came to Thwaites Empire Theatre with help from Anthony Valentine, the venue's patron.

Ian Robinson, General Manager of Thwaites Empire Theatre,said: "When Anthony approached us we were happy to help - we're ideal for the show as it's an intimate venue and great for Variety."

"It was a long day but all our volunteers worked hard to make it a very special night and we're pleased with the audience response.

"We'd like to thank Peter Shaw and his team at Granada for putting the show together and Jill Kirkham and Darwen Market Traders for their help and support. We wish Madison all the best and hope she has a great holiday. She is welcome back here anytime!"

Photos of the show can now be seen on  our Flickr pages. Thanks to Lancashire Telegraph for the above picture of the cast with Madison.

 

Tuesday 20th April 2010