Suffolk’s first Glitter Ball for people with disabilities takes place this Saturday (10th May)

The Glitter Ball 2008 is a unique and exciting event for anyone with a physical, sensory or learning disability, taking place at the Trinity Rooms at Suffolk Showground, Ipswich. The evening will involve art, cabaret, delicious food, dance performances and dancing.

The glitzy, glamorous Glitter Ball begins with an opening reception of canapés, cocktails and an Art Exhibition with all the pictures by artists with disabilities from local charity Genesis. This is followed by a delicious two course meal. Then it’s time for entertainment exclusively created and performed by actors and dancers with disabilities. First is Comedy Cabaret ‘Night Out’, followed by Dance East’s Spin Off group performing a funky dance number. Famed party band Soul Kitchen will then play lots of great music hits as the dancing commences.

Laura Kerr from Glitter Events said “We were approached by members of the disabled community to offer them something different. The Glitter Ball event will not only provide the disabled community with an evening of entertainment and inspiration, but will also provide a platform for the performers themselves to show off their skills.

“We have been overwhelmed by the support we have received from the community - from volunteers, the local council and all the people involved in every stage. We are thrilled with the grant from Awards for All as it reinforces the importance of this event and enables us to give these people a night they won’t forget. We’d also like to thank all our sponsors for their support.”

There are still a few tickets available for the event and anyone interested should call Lynda Skelton or Sue Phillips on 01379 873666 as soon as possible.