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Friends For Life was born in 2006 when two families, one Muslim, the other Jewish, met and became best of friends. Both thought, ‘If we can do this, why can’t everybody?’

Andy Gilbert, a long standing musician and show producer came up with the idea of a multi-cultural show. The idea took off, and Friends For Life was born. Meetings were held by a small group comprising of two Jews, two Muslims, and a Christian charity worker of many years experience.

The show soon turned into a festival, and July 2007 saw the first Friends For Life Multi Cultural festival at Lovat Hall, Newport Pagnell. The large hall accommodated stalls selling clothes, food and Fairtrade goods from around the world.

The ten act sell-out show, which was attended by the Mayor and Mayoress of Milton Keynes, brought together top quality Latin American, Black Gospel, Tamil, Bollywood, Jewish, Christian, and Sikh singers, musicians and dancers. It was considered by all who attended to be an outstandingly successful first event, and left all concerned asking, ‘What next?’

It was followed up by two well attended ‘Bring-and-share’ suppers. People brought food and drink representative of their cultures, put them on the large table, and everybody then had the opportunity to sample each others’ cuisine. A cabaret was provided by singers and musicians, bringing an evening of social enrichment to a dramatic climax.

See ‘coming events’ for what’s to follow.

Friends For Life Show 2007 Performers

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TICKET ORDER FORM

2009 Friends For Life Multi Cultural Festival
Sat. Jan 24th 2009 6.30pm
Lovat Hall, Silver St. Newport Pagnell MK16 0EJ.


PLEASE SUPPLY ………… ADULT (AGED 16+) TICKETS @ £5.00 EACH

PLEASE SUPPLY ………… CHILD (AGED UNDER 16) TICKETS @ £2.50 EACH

I enclose a cheque payable to Friends For Life for £ ………………………

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Please send completed form and payment, together with a stamped addressed envelope to:

Friends For Life, 22 Canterbury Rd. Flitwick, MK45 1TZ

Coming events.

2009 Friends For Life Multi Cultural Festival

Sat. Jan 24th 2009
from 6.30pm at
Lovat Hall, Silver St. Newport Pagnell MK16 0EJ.
Tickets: £5 adults, £2.50 under 16’s.

Congalese Community Choir

They have recently performed in front of Her Majesty The Queen

Frantic UK

One of the most dramatic professional street-dance groups you’ll ever see.

Kejosi

Black Gospel group who topped the bill in 2007. They got everyone (including The Mayor) up on their feet, clapping and stomping to their perfect harmonies and rousing songs.

Marique

A stunning belly dancer who knocks you out with her spectacular gyrations and incredible flexibility.

Tasila

Half Caribbean, Half Zambian, Tesila is a talented singer offering a Caribbean treat.

Shona Shah

One of the most energetic young Bollywood dancers this side of India.

Sean Eireann McMahon Academy Irish Dancers

Sean Eireann McMahon Academy of Irish Dancing. Award winning Irish dance

Philip Barnett

Compere for this show, Philip is a professional entertainer of many years experience.

The House band
A houseband is a group of talented musicians who can provide accompaniment for musicians and singers, whatever their style.

Once again, we’re fortunate to have the services of

We are proud to be able to boast a show which is not only multi cultural, but top quality. Audiences leave our events asking, “When will the next one be!”

Contact us
Tel. 01525 721300
Email: friendsforlife07@gmail.com

To order tickets
£5 Adults, £2.50 under 16's
Send your cheque, payable to Friends For Life, to Friends For Life, 22 Canterbury Rd. Flitwick, MK45 1TZ