WODYS Youth Musical Theatre Group Raises Funds for Malvern Special Families

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A local youth musical theatre group, WODYS, will be performing Footloose at the Swan Theatre in Worcester from July 29 to August 2, with proceeds from interval raffles benefiting Malvern Special Families, their chosen charity of the year. The group's production of Footloose aims to raise money for the children's charity, which provides activities and support for children with learning disabilities. Malvern Special Families was established in 1987 by parents seeking to provide stimulating activities for their children.

Key Takeaways:

  • WODYS, the Worcester Operatic and Dramatic Society Youth Section, will perform Footloose at the Swan Theatre in Worcester from July 29 to August 2.
  • Malvern Special Families is the chosen charity of the year, with proceeds from interval raffles going towards the organization.
  • Gareth Jones, chief executive officer for Malvern Special Families, visited WODYS rehearsals to meet the cast and production team.
  • The charity was established in 1987 by a group of parents who had children with learning disabilities, and now supports over 150 children across Worcestershire.
  • Malvern Special Families provides after-school clubs, holiday clubs, and youth clubs, in addition to supporting families with short breaks.
  • The group's services are in high demand, with the charity being continually oversubscribed.

Statistics:

  • WODYS will be performing Footloose at the Swan Theatre in Worcester from July 29 to August 2.
  • Malvern Special Families supports over 150 children with learning disabilities and additional complex needs across Worcestershire.
  • The charity is continually oversubscribed, indicating a high demand for its services.
  • The group's charity of the year, Malvern Special Families, was established in 1987.

Sources:

  • Malvern Gazette: "WODYS Gaming Group Ready for Launch, Malvern Gazette, Wednesday, January 01, 2020"
  • Worcester News: "Footloose: Get your tickets for Worcester theatre show, Worcester News, Tuesday, May 21, 2019"