Benefit Concert for Ukraine, 17 Feb Reading Town Hall Concert Hall. The Prolisok Ukrainian dancers as seen on the BBCs One Show
The Prolisok Ukrainian dance ensemble, who appeared on the BBCs One Show, Mirage acapella singers and Matt Allwrights Band of Hope join the line-up for the gala Concert for UkraineZhayvir Bandura players and Band Era who performed in the BBC's Radio's 2022 carol concert showcase the national instrument of Ukraine, alongside Reading Ukrainian choir, The Cossacks dance troupe, classical singer Luisa Kent and violinist Luka Stepanyak have also been added to the line-up for the Concert for Ukraine
Hosting the concert is the BBC's Matt Allwright, presenter on The One Show, Watchdog and Rogue Trader.and ITV News Meridian reporter Mel Bloor The Concert for Ukraine brings together leading Ukrainian and British artists for a unique evening of hope and support, and most importantly, fundraises for the humanitarian Reading Mayoral Appeal for Ukraine https://www.reading.gov.uk/news/appeal-for-ukraine/The show is produced by the Association of Ukrainians in Great Britain - Reading Branch and Reading Council who are supporting hundreds of families displaced by the war in Ukraine
The concert will combine flamboyant performances and beautiful costumes from across the varied regions of Ukraine and supports the ongoing aid efforts and plight faced by people affected by the war in UkraineThe money raised from the event will be donated to provide medical aid, food, hygiene and warm clothing to those in need
Antonio Gresko, Chairman of the Association of Ukrainians in Great Britain (AUGB) - Reading Branch said "Music and dance is very powerful when it comes to showing support for UkraineThe talented Ukrainian and British performers from across the UK are proud and privileged to be working with Reading AUGB, Reading Council and Reading Lord Mayors office on such an important fundraising event."
"We've seen the generosity of the British public as the war in Ukraine continues to intensify with devastating casualties amongst innocent Ukrainian civiliansThis gala benefit concert is an opportunity for attendees to come together through the power of music and dance and show whole-hearted support for Ukraine, and help make a real difference to those affected through the work of the AUGB and Reading community charitable efforts"
Said Antonio Gresko "Through this gala concert we can bring hopeFunds raised by this concert will make a real difference to those affected by the war and sends help to Ukrainians trying to protect lives and homes through charity donations, urgently needed protective equipment and continuing support for displaced familiesLives are being lost amongst innocent civilians in this terrible war and we continue to support the people of Ukraine experiencing immense suffering and hardship"
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