<p><br />Excitement is now growing as <strong>Saturday 7 August</strong> draws ever closer, and ticket sales for the show at ‘the friendly circuit’ continue to soar. Event organiser Rob Bryant was paralysed in a motorcycle accident in 1997, and following successes with previous fundraising events he’s now promoting the huge open-air concert, with <strong>all proceeds going to the charity Spinal Research</strong>. <a href="http://www.spinal-research.org">www.spinal-research.org</a></p> <p><strong>Gates open at 6pm</strong> for people to arrive early and picnic in the grounds or enjoy the thrills of the large Appleton’s family funfair. Pre-show and interval entertainment will be provided by a professional event DJ, in the form of a 70’s themed DISCO - why not enter the spirit by wearing your 70’s fancy dress!</p> <p>Other attractions and features include:</p> <ul> <li>Covered Concert Stage</li> <li>Two ‘Live’ Performances</li> <li>Costume Changes</li> <li>Lighting Show</li> <li>Flash/Bang Pyrotechnics</li> <li>Concert PA Sound System</li> <li>Leicester Sound Thunder Crew</li> <li>Licensed Bars</li> <li>Hot Food Stands</li> <li>FREE Parking</li> <li>Disabled Facilities</li> <li>Camping Available On Request</li> </ul> <p><strong>Undoubtedly the real stars of the show will be ABBA Reunion</strong>, the UK’s biggest and most coveted ABBA cover band. ABBA Reunion is the creation of the director, producer and choreographer of the award winning ABBA Mania Musical starring original members from the official London West End cast.</p> <p>Following a highly successful run in London’s West End Strand Theatre and after a phenomenal 4 year European Tour selling out theatres, stadiums and concert halls, this award winning, critically acclaimed ABBA tribute are now coming to Mallory Park - so get your tickets now!</p> <p>ABBA Reunion gives ABBA fans, old and new, the opportunity to once again get together and re-live the addictive ABBA phenomena that swept the airwaves and discos during the 70’s and 80’s in a truly feel good party style tribute concert. From Waterloo to Dancing Queen, all the hits are performed with unrivalled authenticity from both an audio and visual perspective. Superbly accurate vocals, guitar and keyboards combined with stunning replica costumes and excellent authentic choreography produce one of the most requested tribute shows in the world today.</p> <p>With such an accomplished band and the enormous appeal of ABBA to all ages, ticket sales for this event have rocketed. Although having a large site Mallory Park has limited the number of tickets available, and are confident of the event being a sell-out.</p> <p>Renowned for it’s spectator facilities, its sloping grassy banks enable you to see all the action, and the large concert stage will be easily visible to all. John Ward, who’s the general manager, is pleased to be able to offer Mallory Park as the venue for the concert. “We do our best to support many different charities throughout each year, and we’re delighted to help with such a worthy cause.”</p> <p><strong>With all proceeds going to the Spinal Research charity</strong>, organiser Rob is hopeful that a large crowd will ensure another notable donation. “After planning this months ago, I can’t believe its now just over a week away. Thanks to the massive popularity of ABBA, ticket sales have gone through the roof, I’m sure everyone who’s coming will have a fantastic night out.”</p> <p>Tickets for the open-air ABBA Reunion Charity Concert & 70s DISCO are available in advance by telephone - <strong>01455-842 931</strong>, online at <a href="http://www.mallorypark.co.uk">www.mallorypark.co.uk</a> or by visiting the Mallory Park ticket office (Mon-Fri 9:30am to 4:00pm) with credit and debit card payment accepted.</p> <p><strong>Advance tickets cost just £15 per person (on the gate price £20) with children under 12 FREE</strong> (maximum two children per adult). Due to the high demand it’s recommended that you secure your tickets well in advance, any remaining tickets will be sold on a first come first served basis on the night.</p>/a285fb4b-69e0-42a7-b418-dbd3d775ddeb.jpg/4cf98441-558c-4a82-a86a-d4f6c0e9e37b.jpg