Despite the ever changing COVID guidelines we achieved six performances of Voices of the West End, in front of nearly 3000 people.
We cannot begin to convey our gratitude to our exceptional team of freelancers who wanted to do something incredible and positive. And we did!
Thank you to all, especially Ollie Titterington of OT Event Technicians and his incredible team who made many impossible things possible.
Left to right
Earl Carpenter The Phantom of the Opera, Earl Carpenter as The Phantom. Photo © Clive Barda Kerry Ellis Wicked London, Kerry Ellis as Elphaba. Photo Matt Crockett. ©WLPL Katie Hall
Les Misérables, 25th Anniversary Production, Katie Hall as Fantine. Photo Matt Murphy © Cameron Mackintosh Ltd John Owen-Jones Les Misérables, 25th Anniversary Production, John Owen-Jones as Jean Valjean. Photo Catherine Ashmore © Cameron Mackintosh Ltd
Event Manager Earl Carpenter Acting Event Manager Lizzi Briscoe Production and Technical Manager and Supplier Ollie Titterington of OT EVENT TECHNICIANS Arena Infrastructure Jonny Croston of HENSON FRANKLYN Security and Protection Patrick Briggs of PPE SECURITY (Broadlands) Security & Stewarding Jennifer Armstrong ARMSTRONG EVENT STEWARDING & SECURITY LTD (Bywell Hall) Medical Support ST JOHN'S AMBULANCE Fire Officer Rachel Fox of MAYFLOWER THEATRE Company Stage Manager Lorna Cobbold Arena Manager & Steward Supervisor Gareth Carr
Deputy Arena Manager & Steward Supervisor Helen Tully Company Manager Matt Eastaugh PR Consultant Zoe Stroud of ZESTY MARKETING
Social distancing procedures are in place from the minute you arrive to the minute you leave our site. Please do not be put off but our MARSHALS, SECURITY & STEWARDS will be wearing PPE: Masks within the event arena and visors at the front gates. This is for everyone’s consideration and safety.
The event arena is significantly sized with dedicated signage and stewarding to guide you to your designated roped-pitch area. We have stewards reminding audience members of the two-metre social distancing rule while entering and to ensure exiting the arena is done in a staggered and orderly manner.
A lack of consideration to others and non-compliancy with social distancing will not be tolerated. We have a duty of care to all our audience members and should matters not be resolved collectively the matter will be handed over to onsite security and/or police.
Each venue has it's own box office. Terms and Conditions and booking fees do apply. It is an online booking facility ONLY. You are purchasing a 3SQM ‘roped- pitch’ (Drive-in space at Brisith Motor Museum) that can comfortably sit a maximum of 4 PEOPLE ONLY exclusively from two households or support bubbles. Please arrive in one car.
The refunds policy for these event are held within the Terms and Conditions of each ticketing theatre and organisation.
COIVD-19: UKTheatre.org have recommended a COVID cut off for refunds is 24 hours prior to an event. Please check theatre T&C's.
ADVERSE WEATHER: If a perfomrance is abandoned once it has started then there will be NO REFUNDS.
Arrive at your designated CAR PARK ENTRY where you will drive to the ticket check point with a printed copy of your ticket clearly display on your dashboard. You will NOT be able to purchase a ticket on arrival.
If you do not have a printer please ensure it’s viewable on your phone, iPad or tablet with your car window closed.
Your designated CAR PARK is clearly identifiable by the colour labelled on your ticket. Follow the signs:
Please access your car park via the correct CAR PARK ENTRY.
Please follow the parking team’s directions and only move when directed. The site will be clearly marshalled. You will not be able to access the site car parks until 12.30pm on our matinee, 5.30pm for the Friday and Saturday evening and 4.30pm for our Sunday performance.
No vehicles are authorised to move throughout the site whilst the event is open. Parking Spaces will be allocated on a first come first serve basis and when instructed you will walk to the event arena by following the colour coded ‘one-way’ pedestrian system.
PLEASE - ARRIVE IN ONE CAR
Our sites consists of spacious colour coded segments. Each segment then has a number of 3SQM roped pitches. All roped-pitches are accessible from only one entrance/exit to ensure good social distancing and traffic management throughout the event arena. Each roped-pitch is separated by 3 metres or more and limited to a maximum of 4 PEOPLE ONLY exclusively from two households or support bubbles.
Access to your respective roped-pitch is from your designated colour coded car park and via a ‘one-way’ pedestrian system. It is clearly sign posted with stewards showing how to access the event auditorium. Observe the ‘one-way’ traffic system to the event auditorium where you will find signs relating to your segment colour marked on your ticket. Please adhere to the stewards instructions.
Our aim is to provide accessibility for all, within the confines of an outdoor environment and social distancing procedures. Should you require assistance for those with mobility impairments or use a wheelchair we can arrange early access in order to drive to your pitch. PLEASE ADVISE US DIRECTLY if you require special seating or early access by email us at access@gingerboy.me.
In light of the global coronavirus outbreak, you are asked to take your rubbish home. If a member of our marshal, steward or security personnel see you leave your roped-pitch without taking your rubbish you will be asked to return and retrieve it. Your consideration in this matter is expected and gratefully appreciated.
We have toilets around the perimeter of the event arena. Single toilet units spaced 3m apart are regularly cleaned and inspected. A queuing area with 2m spaces will be marked out. Please maintain your distance from others. Hand sanitiser stations will be positioned outside the toilets (as well as inside). We do have disabled toilets. PLEASE sanitise hands both before and after entering.
At the end of the performance you will be asked to remain in your roped-pitch until instructed to exit by a steward to return to your car following the designated ‘one-way’ pedestrian system. Please be patient with us.
STOP – THINK ... ARE YOU ON THE VULNERABLE LIST AS ADVISED BY PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND?
If you are unwell with symptons of Caronavirus (COVID-19) you must not attend the event.
Please be kind and considerate of each other and our event staff.
Please pay attention to notices on signs and public announcements.
Maintain Social Distancing AT ALL TIMES.
Face coverings welcome.
Bring something to sit on (blanket or picnic chair).
In the event of bad weather the event will go ahead - Come prepared.
The temperature can drop in the evening so please - Come prepared.
Bring a torch.
No naked flames, BBQ’s, gas stoves or candles.
No tents, gazebos, parasols or pop-up structures.
No dogs or pets (except guide dogs).
Please leave all walkways clear to enable other audience members to move around within the arena.
First Aiders are present at all events. If you become unwell please contact your nearest Steward.
This is a NO SMOKING event.
And please TAKE YOUR RUBBISH HOME.
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