BRUNO SWITCHES DINNER DATE AT VIVA TO FATHERS DAY SPECIAL
9 June 2015
by Visit Blackpool
There’s a special treat in store for Dads of the Fylde Coast, as boxing champ Frank Bruno MBE confirmed a switch of dates to his scheduled appearance at popular promenade events and entertainment venue VIVA later this month.
The sporting legend was due to make an appearance on Sunday 14th June, but decided to contact the venue to make the switch when he was released from another appearance elsewhere.
“The venue originally wanted to book the appearance for Fathers Day, but it wasn’t available at the time” Franks agent Dave Davies confirmed, “So when Frank was released from another arrangement and it became available we made the switch and I hope it’s a big success for VIVA and a great gift option for fathers across Blackpool and the surrounding areas”.
The growing venue has organized the Sunday afternoon which will include a meet & greet for attendees as well as the opportunity to ask questions about Frank’s incredible life in and out of the boxing ring.
Hosted by Norry Ascroft, better known as his alter ego Lionel Vinyl – Norry will be leaving the flares in the dressing room as he takes on the role of compere with the event raising funds for his charity ‘Positive Youth’.
He says “I was thrilled to be asked to come and host this event with one of the biggest all time names in boxing – Frank was certainly one of my heroes when I was growing up. And I was even more thrilled when the guys at Viva told me they wanted to help the charity which focusses on building confidence, self-esteem and encourages youth on a positive track during their school years which are so influential on the rest of their lives.”
“I know Frank’s overcome his own issues and I’m just so excited to meet him and share the stage with this giant name of sport. It’s going to be an incredible afternoon not to be missed!”
Tickets for the event for reserved seats, or a dinner package to include a 3 course Sunday lunch with Silver & Gold packages including a meet & greet as well as photo opportunity with Frank.
For more information contact the VIVA Box Office on 01253 297 297 or visit www.vivablackpool.com online