The Lord Mayor's Show 2023
We are once again proud to host the Lord Mayor’s Show, raising funds for the Lord Mayor’s charities.
We have bought together some fantastic community groups, young performers and variety acts including Elite Dance, GAPA, World Song, Thomas Dixon Magic, Godiva Sisters and Coventry Boys and Girls Club for an evening of amazing entertainment. Join us for what promises to be a memorable night!
Find out more below!
The Acts
WORLDSONG
WorldSong is a choir with a difference: stunning harmonies, uplifting songs, inspiring rhythms and music for the soul.
We sing a capella harmony songs from the world music repertoire, specialising in traditional folk melodies from Eastern Europe, Africa, Britain, America, Asia and beyond.
ELITE DANCE ACADEMY
Elite Dance Academy are delighted to be returning to perform in the Lord Mayor’s showcase after an amazing experience last year. Tonight we have a mixture of Irish, Tap and jazz all choreographed especially for tonight’s showcase. We would like to wish all our dancers Good Luck and we hope you enjoy the show.
Elite Dance Academy Est:2012 train dancers in all genres of dance from the ages of 2 1/2 upwards. We now have over 300 students training weekly in all dance styles. We love to perform and give our dancers the best opportunities to do so.
GAPA - GODIVA ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS
Is a dedicated and talented school that offers training to the highest of standard in Dance, Drama, Singing and Performance.
They aim to allow each student to reach their potential!
The academy prides itself in a fun, disciplined and supportive approach, which creates a home from home feeling, allowing a sense of belonging within the community.
If you would like more information on joining GAPA please email gaparts@hotmail.co.uk or call 07969497746 or 07815846361.
Please follow on social media:
Facebook – Godiva academy of Performing Arts
Instagram – gapa_coventry
Tonight, GAPA will perform a mixture of dance, musical theatre and vocals. They love performing and are so excited to be back at the Albany Theatre.
GODIVA SISTERS
THOMAS DIXON MAGIC
Chilean-Canadian hilarious and annoyingly talented magician. Thomas moved to the UK to make his dream come true: get accepted in Hogwarts and become a real sorcerer.
You won’t see it coming and he will punch you in the face with his witchcraft and spells. But don’t worry! He is a guy, so he will make you laugh too.
Website: thomasdixonmagic.com
Socials: thomasdixonmagic
COVENTRY BOYS & GIRLS CLUB (CGBC)
Two talented young poets who use poetry to highlight issues and struggles they face.
The Charities
Alzheimer’s Society
They are vital source of support and a powerful force for change for everyone living with dementia. Their vision is a world where dementia no longer devastates lives, that’s why they give help to those who need it today, and hope for the future.
Coventry Refugee and Migrant Centre
Coventry Refugee and Migrant Centre (CRMC) welcomes and empowers asylum seekers, refugees, and other migrants in Coventry to rebuild their lives and achieve their potential. Forming from our humble beginnings in the back of a local laundrette, the charity has grown exponentially during the past two decades and now assists over 4,000 people each year.
This includes destitute families, victims of trafficking, modern slavery, unaccompanied children and those escaping conflict zones from around the world. Throughout this growth, our aim to welcome and empower those seeking sanctuary in a safe and supportive manner has remained constant. This has been made possible due to the unwavering kindness, dedication and expertise of the charity’s volunteers, staff, board members, funders and partners.
Coventry Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre (CRASAC)
Coventry Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre (CRASAC) is a specialist service which provides support for adults and children who have been impacted directly or indirectly by sexual violence or abuse at any time in their lives. This includes online abuse and exploitation.
