Thank you for your interest in this story
To continue reading this article, subscribe to the Stray Ferret for as little as £1 a week
Already a subscriber? Log in here.
29
Jun 2022
Harrogate choir dropped at last minute by Barry Manilow
Members of a Harrogate choir were left devastated when they were dropped by Barry Manilow just hours before they were due to perform with him.
Love Pop Choir was all set to sing It’s A Miracle and Let Freedom Ring with the American superstar at the First Direct Arena on Saturday.
But about two hours before they were due on stage they were told they were no longer required due to a late change of schedule.
Barry came out and apologised but some singers were in tears at the news after spending four weeks rehearsing feverishly. Many of their friends and families had brought tickets especially for the occasion.
The choir members were allowed to go on stage straight after they received the news to sing their songs alone and received complimentary tickets to the show.
Lauren Elliott, who owns the choir, said:
Ms Elliott has written to Barry's team asking if he will make a contribution to a fundraising venture it's doing for Leeds Hospitals Charity.
Read more:
- Could it be magic? Harrogate women to sing with Barry Manilow
- Video shows lorry crashing into Harrogate traffic light
The choir have been raising funds ahead of the British Transplant Games in Leeds next month. Saturday’s performance was due to be the climax of a 100 hours of fundraising singing.
Donations van be made here.
0