Date ... 10th March

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10th March

From the TVGUIDE.

Russell is listed to be on LOOSE WOMEN on 12th March

Loose Women
Singer Russell Watson joins the ladies for more topical debate
Category Talk Show
Director Jo Johns
Producer Stephen Martin, Darren Henson, Luwam Woldu, Ben Fergie, Karen Moss
Series Editor Emily Humphries
ITV1 London 12:30pm-1:30pm (1 hour ) Fri 12 March

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10th March

Confirmed date for ASCOT is the 24th July and BEAULIEU is 31st July,

both confirmed today by Richard Atkinson from the Musculalar Dustrophy org.

Ascot is to be 24th July with Beaulieu being 31st

Regards
Richard

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9th March.

10.30pm

Update about the 'THAT GLORIOUS NOISE'concerts.

2 new concert dates to come are at BEAULIEU and ASCOT, Russell will be at both ,these have been confirmed by Richard Atkinson today.

The 2 additional venues are Beaulieu and Ascot. The dates are likely to be in July 2010 but I don't have the official timetable yet.
Regards
Richard

The details will be on the Muscular Dystrophy.org..web site soon.

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8th March

Tickets for the HAREWOOD HOUSE concert are now available to purchase on SEETICKETS and are slightly cheaper.

Tickets for Meridian Park should be added soon.

Thanks again to Richard Atkinson for passing on this information.

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8th March.

Russell's latest CD 'With Love From Russell Watson ' is at no...11 on the Amazon Classical Bestsellers list, and no..17 on the Easy Listening Bestsellers.

Just a pity once again it is not getting advertised , it would make a great gift for Mothers Day .

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6th March

From Muscular Dystrophy.org.

That Glorious Noise

'That Glorious Noise' summer concert series is set against the backdrop of some of the finest stately homes and prestigious venues in the UK. With a great selection of acts and performers live on stage,

get together with friends, pack a picnic and a bottle, (or at some of our venues let us do that for you), and enjoy one of the most sophisticated of the summer concert series on offer.

Dates confirmed

Saturday 26 June, Harewood House, near Harrogate in Yorkshire, featuring Russell Watson and Camilla Kerslake

Saturday 17 July, Meridian Park, Lincolnshire, featuring Russell Watson and Faryl Smith.

Please register your interest below and we will contact you when the box office opens.

Contact us.....020 7803 4828

By supporting 'That Glorious Noise' you are also supporting the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign's vital work, as each ticket sold supports the charity's vital work.

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5th March.

This additional information has been received about the Meridian Park Concert and Harewood . With thanks to Richard Atkinson

Just to clarify a few points covering both concerts:

- It will be possible for people to visit Harewood House during the day as regular tourists and leave their cars in the visitor car park whilst visiting the House and Gardens

before accessing the concert site.

Parking for the concert is not officially opening until 4pm but concerns had been expressed as to whether cars would have to be moved at this time, they do not.
- Although both concerts are currently showing as a 7-30pm start time this is not the official event start time which is currently scheduled for 6pm.

The Headline acts will not be on stage until after the 7-30pm time.

- Artists for Harewood House are - Russell Watson, Camilla Kerslake, The Sound Power Orchestra, The Rodillian Singers and Stagecoach Children's Choir.

The main event will be compered by ex Dr Who Colin Baker.

- The Meridian Park event is the same except I don't think the Children's Choir are present and Faryl Smith is performing instead of Camilla.
- VIP £100 tickets include a glass of bubbly on arrival, buffet food, a seat in a marquee but freedom to move within an enclosed area plus priority parking.

They can be booked via myself or my wife Gill on 01924 253261. (we are only taking VIP bookings)
- Gill and myself are also taking advance orders for hampers provided by the respective catering teams but we don't have the menu options available yet!

RICHARD ATKINSON

Hopefully there will be more details to follow

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5th March.

As the news page is very busy at the moment a new page has been added to the menu, this will list

all the details for concerts and events in one place so they won't be missed.

Hopefully this will make it easier to keep track of tickets sales etc.

Sandra x

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3rd March.

The KIRSTY CLUB has gone international. click on the link below to read all about it.

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3rd March.

From THE MERIDIAN PARK website....tickets on sale now.

Show Details

That Glorious Noise starring Russell Watson in aid of the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign

Date: 17/07/2010 Time: 07:30

Unique in style and atmosphere , join opera sensation Russell Watson at Meridian Park in North East Lincolnshire for a fantastic evening of music and entertainment in aid of the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign.

The multi-platinum award-winning singer will be joined by the talented Classical Brit nominee Faryl Smith, the versatile Emer McParland, who has done extensive movie sound track recordings including Sleepy Hollow and The Gangs of New York. Introducing the concert will be ex Dr Who and classical music aficionado Colin Baker.

There will be a variety of food to purchase at the concerts or alternatively book a picnic hamper to add to the evening’s enjoyment

That Glorious Noise

Show Details

Starring Russell Watson
special guests Faryl Smith & Emer McParland
Music by the Sound Power Orchestra
& Colin Baker as compere
in adi of the Muscular Dystroph Campaign

Saturday 17^th July
Performance 7.30pm

01924 253261

£26.00 ADVANCED BOOKING
£28.50 ~~NORMAL~~
£31.00 ON THE DAY

Tickets available on this link

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2nd March.

Daily Express

WATSON 'FEELING AMAZING' WITH NEWFOUND VOICE

Tuesday March 2,2010

Opera star RUSSELL WATSON is looking forward to the release of his upcoming album - because he is

"feeling amazing" after winning his battle with brain cancer.

The You Raise Me Up singer was left devastated in 2005 when doctors discovered a pituitary gland tumour, which returned

two years later. He survived a life-threatening operation in 2007, but surgeons were unable to remove all the tumour.

Watson admits the treatment left him unable to hit the high notes he had previously achieved - but he's delighted with the

sound of his new record, which is due for release later this year (10).

He tells chat show host Alan Titchmarsh, "I came to the studio today and I was feeling a bit apprehensive. It's like getting

back on the saddle again and getting back to work. That in itself is a fight but vocally at the moment I am feeling amazing.

"I've now signed a new deal with Sony and we release a record in probably November this year. The fans will be pleased

to hear this as there was a period

where I wasn't singing the classicals - it was a big strain with the tumours I had - but it's going to be a classical record."

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From CONTACT MUSIC.com.

Watson 'Feeling Amazing' With Newfound Voice

British opera star RUSSELL WATSON is looking forward to the release of his upcoming album - because he is "feeling amazing" after winning his battle with brain cancer.

The You Raise Me Up singer was left devastated in 2005 when doctors discovered a pituitary gland tumour, which returned two years later. He survived a life-threatening operation in 2007,

but surgeons were unable to remove all the tumour.

Watson admits the treatment left him unable to hit the high notes he had previously achieved - but he's delighted with the sound of his new record, which is due for release later this year (10).

He tells British chat show host Alan Titchmarsh, "I came to the studio today and I was feeling a bit apprehensive. It's like getting back on the saddle again and getting back to work. That in itself is

a fight but vocally at the moment I am feeling amazing.

"I've now signed a new deal with Sony and we release a record in probably November this year. The fans will be pleased to hear this as there was a period where I wasn't singing the classicals -

it was a big strain with the tumours I had - but it's going to be a classical record."

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2nd March.

There is a new page on the menu with pictures from the AlanTitchmarsh Show and the ITV player link.

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1st March

Kirsty's web site has been updated and you can now sponsor her and Russell for the Manchester run.

Click on the link below.

It’s that time of year again when thoughts turn towards the Bupa Great Manchester Run, and all our lovely runners. This is always a fun and challenging day—and one of our most important fundraisers. As always, we’ll be joined by some famous faces hoping to raise funds for The Kirsty Club to extend Francis House Children’s Hospice, including regulars Russell Watson and Samia Smith, and newcomer Richard Fleeshman. Kirsty will of course be leading the way, as will Kirsty Club Director Phil Taylor, our international patron Andrea Bommer, and webmaster Ian Ebden.

Support a Celeb. Win a Prize!

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27th February.

1.45am

From Myvenues.co.uk...The link at the bottom is for a Youtube video from Kensington Gardens, Russell is seen talking and performing at the event.

A new page has been added to the menu with screenshots from this event.

Manchester has been selected as the ‘Best UK Destination’ by a panel of conference industry experts at International Confex - an annual exhibition held in London for event organisers.

The award recognises Manchester as the UK’s perfect host destination for staging major conferences and events. Visit Manchester was attending Confex along with over 30 of the city’s leading hotels and conference venues.

Andrew Stokes, chief executive of Marketing Manchester, said: 'We’re absolutely delighted that Manchester has won this award. Conferences and events bring a great deal of economic benefit to the region and this kind of recognition will ensure that our corporate events industry remains strong.

'Manchester is an appealing location for conference organisers, with its dedicated conference quarter and a whole range of exceptional venues. Confex helps us to communicate that message to the industry and will help us to secure important business for the future.'

To capitalise on the presence of the international conference industry in London, Visit Manchester held a separate showcase of the city - Manchester Live - which took place at Kensington Roof Gardens and attracted over 500 of the world’s top conference buyers and events organisers.

Manchester’s own Russell Watson performed an exclusive set for the invited guests. The aftershow party offered the chance for the industry to meet with Manchester’s hotels, conference venues and event suppliers.

To see a video outlining the main highlights of Manchester’s presence at this year’s International Confex, please visit:....link below

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25th February.

Russell's Official site has been updated with some upcoming events.

25-02-2010

Russell will be appearing on The Alan Titchmarsh Show this coming Monday 1st March at 5,00pm on ITV1

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26-06-10

Russell will be headlining the outdoor concert at Harewood House, Leeds. Tickets on sale soon

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17-07-10

Russell will be headlining the outdoor concert at Meridian Park, Cleethorpes. Tickets on sale soon!

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24th February.

Amazon now have the KRISTINA CD for pre order, release date is now 12th April , price £11.93

HMV have it priced at £11.99

Audio CD (5 April 2010)
Number of Discs: 2
Format: Double CD

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24th February.

Russell is featured singing Bridge Over Troubled Water on this new Compilation CD set , Release date 1st March

YOU RAISE ME UP

Release date: 01-03-2010

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21st February.

ROAR Global have changed their website and Russell now has a new page.

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The Official KRISTINA web site has been updated for the concert at the Royal Albert Hall.

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12th February.

Russell's Cd WITH LOVE FROM RUSSELL WATSON is at no...10 on the Amazon Classical Bestsellers list,

and no...16 on the EASY LISTENING list.

It is a brilliant CD for Valentines Day, great choice of songs ,hopefully it will go up further.

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11th February

From this is Grimsby.co.uk

February 11, 2010, 06:30

Russell Watson set for charity gig

THE Grimsby Telegraph will join forces with a major charity for a spectacular concert at Cleethorpes’s Meridian Park this summer.

Organisers of the event, which is being held in support of Muscular Dystrophy, are in the late stages of negotiations to bring opera star Russell Watson

to perform on July 17.

A number of special guests have also been lined up to support the star and further details will be released in the coming weeks.

Organisers of the event told the Telegraph they were delighted to link with the newspaper to promote the event, and hope it will raise thousands of pounds for the charity.

Proceeds from the event will be used to help those with the muscle disease – most cases of which are progressive, causing the muscles to gradually weaken over time

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3rd Feb.

From the Hartlepool Mail.

Opera fans brave weather

Published Date: 02 February 2010

FANS of star opera singer Russell Watson queued in the rain as tickets for his first concert in Hartlepool went on general sale.

Around 20 eager fans snapped up the tickets to hear the man known as "The Voice" when Hartlepool Tourist Information Centre, in Church Square,
opened its doors at 10am yesterday.

Watson will take to the stage at the Headland's Borough Hall in the celebrity concert being organised by Hartlepool Male Voice Choir.

The opera sensation will perform songs by himself, and also alongside the choir.

Among fans queuing to secure their seat was Elizabeth Payne, from the Naisberry Park area of Hartlepool.

She said: "It's rather nice that he is coming to the town when he usually goes to larger towns and cities.

"It is good that he is coming somewhere local."

Carole Brown and Marie Newton travelled from Stanley and Consett in County Durham to claim their place.

"We're Russell groupies," joked Carole.

Organisers expect the show on Saturday, June 19, to be a sell out.

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1st February.

Russell looking great at the South Bank Show awards.

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30th January.

From ShalitGlobal....

Russell on.... POPSTAR to OPERASTAR

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The VIDEO LINKS page now has a utube video of Russell arriving at The South Bank Awards .

26th January.

BBC pics of the SOUTHBANK SHOW AWARDS..Russell and Lesley Garrett

and THE DAILY MAIL

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22nd January.

FromThe LONDON THEATRE GUIDE.

RUSSELL WATSON is to appear in a one-off concert version of Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus’s popular Swedish musical Kristina at the Royal Albert Hall 14th April
Kristina, by the former ABBA stars and writers of Chess, tells the story of one woman and her family’s struggle in Sweden and their subsequent emigration to America in search of a better life.

The Swedish-language musical premiered in Sweden in 1995, with Swedish musical theatre star Helen Sjoholm in the title role. Sjoholm returns to the role for this UK premiere of Kristina with English lyrics
by Les Misérables lyricist Herbert Kretzmer.

Watson, who plays Karl, is a hugely successful recording artist whose nine albums have earned him four Classical Brit Awards.

Watson and Sjoholm are joined by Broadway regulars Louise Pitre and Kevin Odekirk in this concert performance, which first played at New York’s Carnegie Hall last year. They are accompanied by a 50-piece
symphony orchestra.

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From SHOW AND STAY Theatre News.
UK PREMIER OF ABBA MUSICAL

Staged in concert form, Kristina is to play for one night only at the Royal Albert Hall on 14 April. Boasting a cast of over 30 performers, the show is lead by

Helen Sjöholm and will also feature ..RUSSELL WATSON ,

Louise Pitre and Kevin Odekirk.

Performed with an orchestra of 50 players, the musical has previously played in both New York and Sweden.

The most popular musical in Swedish history, Kristina focuses on the story of a young woman and her family’s struggle in Sweden. Facing hardships,

the family emigrate to America in search of a better life.

For the concert version, English lyrics have been written with Herbert Kretzmer, who wrote the English version of Les Miserables

Written by the creative force behind West End hit Mamma Mia!, Kristina marks the third high-profile musical from the successful ABBA duo.

Russell Watson: If I can do the Great Manchester Run anyone can!

Within 48 hours all the places for the Bupa Great Manchester Run were snapped up. But now you have the chance to go for one of 10,000 extra places.

Here opera singer Russell Watson talks about completing the run last year after fighting a life-threatening brain tumour...

ABBA's Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, the songwriters of the musicals 'Chess' and 'Mamma Mia!', are presenting, for one night only, the UK premiere

of the concert version of their epic musical 'Kristina'.

The concert will feature a cast of over 30 performers led by the original Kristina, Helen Sjöholm, along with RUSSELL WATSON , Louise Pitre and Kevin Odekirk,

accompanied by a 50-piece Symphony Orchestra, consisting of the finest musicians hand-picked by Isobel Griffiths, and the Choir who performed at the Carnegie Hall

concerts, all conducted by Paul Gemignani.

'Kristina' tells the story of one woman and her family's struggle in Sweden and their subsequent emigration to America in search of a better life. Originally produced in

Sweden, this moving musical has won awards and critical acclaim and is the most popular musical theatre piece in Swedish history. For the concert version, English lyrics

have been written by Björn Ulvaeus and Herbert Kretzmer, who also wrote the English lyrics for 'Les Misérables'.

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From Sweden....
Thursday 21st January 2.30 pm
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"KRISTINA FRAN DUVEMALA " to LONDON

Russell Watson and Helen Sjöholm sang "Kristina from Duvemala" together for the first time in New York 2009th

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21st January.
PLAYBILL.com

Concert Version of Kristina to Receive U.K Premiere with Sjöholm, Watson, Pitre and Odekirk

A concert version of Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus's Swedish musical Kristina will receive its U.K premiere at London's Royal Albert Hall for one night only on April 14.

It follows the show's concert debut at New York's Carnegie Hall last September, from which a double CD is due to be released in April, to be entitled "Kristina at the Carnegie Hall."

As at Carnegie Hall, the concert will be directed by Lars Rudolfsson and feature the same principals: the original Swedish Kristina Helen Sjöholm will re-create the title role, along

with Russell Watson, Louise Pitre and Kevin Odekirk. They will be part of a 30-strong company, accompanied by a 50-piece symphony orchestra, consisting of musicians hand-picked

by Isobel Griffiths and joined by the choir who performed at Carnegie Hall, all conducted by Paul Gemignani.

The Bupa Great Manchester Run is to be broadcast live on BBC television for first time, confirming its position as the premier 10k running event in the country.

The event, which was first staged in 2003, has gained huge popularity and this year a record 36,000 runners will be accepted. Images of some of the world’s fastest elite athletes, celebrities and thousands
of runners taking part for a variety of good causes will be transmitted to the nation in a special 90 minutes live broadcast on the morning of Sunday, May 16th.

There will be a distinct musical theme to this years Bupa Great Manchester Run, with Guitar legend and founding member of New Order and Joy Division, Peter Hook, Russell “The Voice” Watson and
recent X factor semi-finalist Danyl Johnson all planning to take to the streets of Manchester in May.

Peter, who will be taking part to represent event partners Manchester City Council’s chosen charity, the Christie and Russell, who supports the Kirsty Club, made their debuts over the 10k distance in the
city last year, whilst Danyl, who shot to fame in 2009, will be making his debut when running for Bupa’s nominated charity the Alzheimer’s Society.

Peter said: “It will be an honour to take part in this year’s Great Manchester Run for The Christie. I was born and bred in Salford and Manchester and I know what vital and life-saving work is done every
day for cancer patients at The Christie.

“I will be running for all cancer patients, especially my dear friends the late Tony Wilson and Dave Dee. I hope everyone signs up to run in support of The Christie, a world leading cancer centre right here
in Manchester.

“I had the time of my life when I ran last year. I thought I'd done everything, but the depth of love, hope and support shown on the day left me breathless. It was a great day for great people for a great cause,
and very important to all of us.”

Russell Watson, who not only ran but also sang on the start line to the assembled masses of participants last year at the event, said “It was a really enjoyable day at the Bupa Great Manchester Run last year
and I am so looking forward to running again for the Kirsty Club.”

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From THE IRISH PRESS RELEASE
07 Jan 2010
Ireland

Scroll down to read this about Russell in Dublin at the RTE concerts

Russell Watson Thursday 15 April, 8pm

Featuring guest choir

Russell Watson’s life has never been short on drama, whether it’s a breakthrough performance of Nessun Dorma at Old Trafford, the amazing success of his multi-million-selling

albums or battling his way back from two tumours. His genre-defying appeal as strong as ever, he remains one of the world’s top classical crossover artists.

In his RTÉ Concert Orchestra début last year, he was showered with flowers and gifts by an adoring audience. Now, joined by a guest choir, ‘The People’s Tenor’ returns for what is

sure to be another memorable evening. An occasion not to be missed.

‘Watson is a singing phenomenon, and enjoys the sort of front-row adulation reserved for hunky superstars.

The poor old concert hall didn’t know what hit it.’

Sunday Business Post, 2009

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15th December.

From CHANNELONLINE.TV (Jersey)

Latest CI Entertainment News

'THE VOICE ' APPEARS IN JERSEY
Russell Watson will be taking to Jersey's Fort Regent Stage on Friday 23rd April

Russell has performed around the world in front of many audiences - from Independence Day celebrations in Washington DC; the Beckham's pre-World Cup party;
to more intimate performances for the President of the United States, the UK Prime Minister and the Pope; as well as duets with artists as diverse as Cliff Richard, Lulu,

Lionel Ritchie, Mel C and Meatloaf.
With 5 albums each album going gold, platinum, or double platinum and 4 Classic BRIT Awards under his belt, Russell is recognized world-wide as the UK's biggest selling

classical artist of the 21st century.
Russell has recently finished as the head judge on the Saturday night show 'Last Choir Standing' where he helped select the UK's favorite choir, with the final show being

viewed by over 7 Million people.

Tickets for the event are avalible from Fort Regent box office Tel. 449827

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Dates confirmed

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