Live @ The Civic proves to be a big hit

Thursday, 20 July 2023 09:44

Around 300 people enjoyed an action-packed day at Live @ The Civic, the first music and arts learning disability festival in West Cheshire.

Held at Ellesmere Port Civic Hall, Live @ The Civic featured singers, bands, dancers, music taster sessions, Makaton lessons, a fashion show and much more.

People with learning disabilities across West Cheshire, as well as their carers and family members, visited the Civic Hall to take part in the day.

Everyone who attended was given Live @ The Civic wristbands and had the opportunity to purchase merchandise, making it a real festival experience.

Live @ The Civic followed on from the success of the first ever Learning Disability Conference held in West Cheshire last year and people with learning disabilities were involved in all stages of planning the day.

Councillor Sheila Little, Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care, said:

“Live @ The Civic proved to be such a big success and it was brilliant to see so many smiling faces throughout the day.

“The event sold out within a couple of weeks of tickets going on sale, with people across West Cheshire wanting to get involved.

“The performances on show throughout the day showed what fantastic talent we have here in West Cheshire.

“We’re looking forward to building on the success of Live @ The Civic and holding a similar event for next year.

“All the feedback we had was extremely positive, but we’re hoping to make it even bigger and better in 2024.”

The second Learning Disability Conference in west Cheshire will take place at Ellesmere Port Civic Hall on Tuesday 12 September, with full details to follow soon.

Pictured - Vivo's Diverse Dine Café was a hit with festival goers.

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