CHARITY
Manor Musical Theatre Company was formed in 1952 as Manor Operatic Society with performances of operas and musical plays to encourage the arts and raise funds for charitable causes.
Manor Musical Theatre Company was formed in 1952 as Manor Operatic Society with performances of operas and musical plays to encourage the arts and raise funds for charitable causes.
At an Addams Family show rehearsal, Chairman of Manor Lynne Ridge was pleased to hand a cheque of £300 to Clare Whitaker, founder of the local charity Helping Hands of Birmingham. They help feed and clothe the homeless on the streets of Birmingham, amongst other support roles.
Every year we make a donation from our show and other social activities. We currently donate proceeds to the West Midlands Air Ambulance, Helping Hands and St Giles Children’s Hospice. The society has handed over in excess of £5,000 over recent years.
Manor Musical Theatre Company (originally Operatic) has handed over many thousands of pounds for various charities since its first show in 1953.
In 1956, the society handed over 25 guineas to the Infantile Paralysis Federation (Poliomyelitis) – around £650 in today’s value – showing our long history of charitable support.
We have performed our annual show at Sutton Town Hall continuously since 1953, thanks to the support of our loyal audiences.
Cecily Gilbert BEM, President of Manor Musical Theatre Company, proudly presents a £500 cheque to Pat Roberts of Midlands Air Ambulance during a rehearsal for Kipps. Pat expressed appreciation that every penny goes directly to this vital charity.
Pat also confirmed that the new ambulance now has a Doctor on board each helicopter.
Committee member Richard Parry was shown around the new addition to the fleet below.
