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Disability music group's Broadway dream becomes reality
12 Aug
Summary
- A disability music group from Essex has raised £150,000.
- The group will perform on Broadway in October, fulfilling a dream.
- The performance honors the late MP Sir David Amess's ambition.
The Music Man Project, a disability music group established in Essex, has achieved a significant milestone by raising £150,000 to perform on Broadway. This once-in-a-lifetime show in New York is scheduled for October 7.
The aspiration for a Broadway performance was originally championed by Southend West MP Sir David Amess, who served as the charity's president until his passing in 2021. David Stanley, the founder of The Music Man Project, expressed his excitement and gratitude, stating the performance is a "dream come true".
Stanley founded the group in 1999 for individuals with learning difficulties, nurturing it from a single student to over 500 musicians. The group has a history of performing internationally, including in Europe and the United States, and has been appreciated by royalty and notable theatre personalities.
The upcoming two-hour performance is titled 'Music is Magic on Broadway, The Story of The Music Man Project' and will be staged at the Town Hall Theatre. The extensive 18-month fundraising campaign successfully gathered donations nationwide to make this ambition a reality.
