Warrington college students to perform in Eurovision routine

Warrington and Vale Royal College is proud that some of its students will be helping Liverpool to celebrate the Eurovision Song Contest in style over the weekend.

Thanks to the college’s brand-new Advanced Creative & Digital Skills (ACDS) Centre and close partnership with the Liverpool Empire Theatre, theatre students have been offered the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform songs from the renowned musical 'Calamity Jane' in the build-up to the final of the competition.

Students from the college will get their share of the spotlight on Saturday afternoon (Image: Newsquest)

In the run-up to a full college showcase of 'Calamity Jane' in June, Saturday’s Eurovision performance will give students an unforgettable opportunity to showcase their talents.

Ruby Darbyshire, Level 3 Acting & Musical Theatre student and former pupil of Golborne High School, said: “This is not an opportunity that comes by often, I’m super grateful to the college and the Liverpool Empire Theatre. I feel very lucky.”

HNC Theatre Practices student, and former Penketh High School pupil, Lucian Hinchliffe said: “It’s not quite registered yet that we’re performing on stage as part of Eurovision.

"I’m both excited and nervous as I’ve never had the chance to take part in something this big before."

A college spokesperson said: "If you’re heading into Liverpool for Eurovision celebrations this weekend, be sure to drop by and show your support for some of Warrington’s rising stars."

Warrington and Vale Royal College's students will be taking to the stage in Chavasse Park, near Liverpool ONE shopping centre at around 2pm on Saturday, May 13 - the day of the Eurovision grand final.