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John performs his act throughout the UK. He has also performed in Italy,Spain and Portugal. Clients include De Vere Hotels, The Royal British Legion, The Spirit Pub Company, Greene King, McCarthy and Stone Retirement Villages, Marston’s PLC, Old English Inns, Hungry Horse PUb Company, Aspen Retirement, Allen’s Caravan and Retirement Homes, Avery Healthcare, Age UK, The Alzheimer’s Society, Amore Care, BUPA, Extra Care Retirement Homes and Villages, H C - One, Four Seasons Care, Housing & Care 21, Kingsdale Group Retirement Homes and Villages,Richmond Villages, Sunrise Senior Living, Sanctuary Care Limited, Brighterkind Barchester Healthcare, First Port Retirement, The Royal Star & Garter Retirement Homes, Your Life and Zest Care among others.

John is available to perform at Corporate, Public or Private Events, including Birthdays, Weddings or other Special Occasions. Each event is specifically tailored to Client needs.

For details and availability please contact John on 07870 524035 or by email at

theact@hotmail.co.uk

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Should you require any advice. I will of course be available to assist you, in preparing for your “Special Event”.

Best Regards. John Richards, Deputy Chairman of The Board.

Mobile: 07870 524035 or E-mail: theact@hotmail.co.uk

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Testimonials

G Pocock, Denham Garden Village Residents Association

Mon 24/07/17 11:17

Hi John.

Just to thank you for a great show you put on for us last week. It was a pleasure to meet you and your lovely wife. Your Interpretation and Style was perfect. I have had many calls from people thanking me for booking you. One lady who had actually danced with Frank Sinatra said it was the Best Entertainment she had ever had. I look forward to seeing you again & will advertise a completely different programme.

Best Regards Gerry. Denham Gdn. Village Residents Association

Gillian Milburn Hagley Road Village

TO: JOHN RICHARDS Monday 10th July 2017 11:10

Hi John

Feedback from the residents has once again been very positive, so I’ll be in touch when I’m planning for next year . Everyone had a wonderful time.

Gillian Milburn. VAF Hagley Road Village extracare.org.uk

Virginia Garvin, House Manager Constance Place.

Mon 03/07/2017 11:05

Good Morning John,

On behalf of all the residents and their families, I would like to say a big THANK YOU for making our anniversary party an even more special one. Imagine my satisfaction when I saw them all enjoying themselves as much as they did and they have told me they would like you to have you back. Hopefully next time it won’t be such a hot evening, but that didn’t stop you for performing so beautifully and with great professionalism. Even those residents who are quite reserved and sometimes shy had the pleasure of singing along with you, so I am sure they will remember that lovely moment forever.

From my very first contact with you, I knew you were the right act to celebrate such an important event in our development, and I am glad to say I wasn’t mistaken! So much so that McCarthy & Stone’s press office took interest and sent a photographer that evening so you might be featured in our local press.

Kind Regards Virginia Garvin, Constance Place House Manager, Knebworth, Herts.

Avalon Court Well-Being. Averyhealthcare.co.uk

12/06/2017 19:33

Hi John,

I Just wanted to write and say big “THANK YOU” on behalf of the Residents, Staff, Management and Invited Guests for making our First ever “Gala Evening” last Friday night such a brilliant success. The place is still buzzing and my manager has asked that we arrange a further event with you in the near future. Carrie Enright. Well-Being & Activity Coordinator. Avalon Court Care Home

Jacklie Blacklock, Actvities Coordinator St Andrews House

Thu 03/05/2017 11:18

Hi John,

Lovely to meet you yesterday, can I just say the residents absolutely loved you and our Joyce was so smitten, I’ve had to put one of your posters up in her room. I will be contacting you shortly in order to rebook you. Thank you again so much for yesterday’s performance you made their day. Jackie

Karen Cattell Berryhill Village Stoke on Trent, Extracare.Org.Uk

Mon 17/04/2017: 08.44

Hi John,

Many thanks for Saturday night’s show, All the residents have commented what a Wonderful Evening they had! Many thanks and look forward to booking you again. Karen Cattell

Village Activity Facilitator

Dutton Court. Cheadle Hulme.

Wed 22/03,/1722.01

Good Evening John

Please see below our testimonial and look forward to meeting you again in the future.

We recently booked John for our Home owners here at our assisted living development at Dutton Court and we were not disappointed. A truly professional performance and sensational evening was had by all. Our residents at Dutton Court sang and danced the night away. We were all still singing many hits and waltzing around the foyer the following morning!!! We would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone. We are all certainly looking forward to his return in the future.

Nina Davies (Manager) and The residents at Dutton Court.

From Tewkesburyfields. Activities

Sent Wed 15/03/2017 18:44. To JOHN RICHARDS (theact@hotmail.co.uk)

Hi John,

Thank you once again for a fabulous afternoon! You really were amazing, a voice made for Cruise Ships and beyond. So warm, funny, kind and caring with the residents, there wasn’t anyone in the room who hasn’t asked for you to return. We can’t wait for your return and following visits.

Thank You Once Again!. Amanda Activities Co-ordinator Brighterkind.

Simon Greener Extra Care

Sent: Fri 10/02/2017 16:53 To JOHN RICHARDS (theact@hotmail.co.uk)

Good Afternoon John,

Thank you for your performance last Sunday.

Our residents enjoyed both the Frank Sinatra Tribute and the varying songs in the second part. John was very proactive with the audience and interacted fantastically. Regards Simon Greener Village Activity Facilitator St Crispin Retirement Village.

Lady Susan Court Estate Manager Estate Manager Your Life
Sent: 06 January 2017 13:49 To: JOHN RICHARDS
Subject: RE: Review of 22nd December 2016

Hi John,

All are still talking about the fabulous time they had listening to John serenade them with songs from their era. There is a wonderful atmosphere in the development. Young and old alike he caters for the whole audience and performs a varied selection tailored to the occasion. There were feet tapping, hands swaying, singing and cherished moments for homeowners reminiscing. He has a charming demeanour and presents his show professionally in a light-hearted fun enthusiastic way. A great night of entertainment, suitable for everyone.

Actual comments;

One homeowner said “He had such a great time, it took him back years when his wife was still alive and gave him a morale boost”.

Another said “her husband’s memory is not what is was but he has never forgotten music and he was able to sing along which brought a smile”.

One homeowner although a little shy was very pleased when being personally serenaded by John “Such a lovely man, “Can we have him next year”.

I would definitely recommend John if you are looking for a lively, engaging, fun evening with great company and music to suit. Kind Regards Kirsty.

From: Angela Rani
Sent: 20 December 2016 10:10 To: JOHN RICHARDS Subject: RE: Monday 19th Dec

Hi John just thought I’d forward some feedback from our residents.

They said you came across very professional, kind in your approach and very smart. One resident said she couldn’t keep her eyes of your shoes. They also said you were engaging with the audience. So thank you for giving our residents a memorable evening. Our residents are looking forward to your return visit. Angela Rani, Activities Co-ordinator, ExtraCare Charitable Trust. Bushfield Court.

Lowestone Court Re 10th December 2016 Wed 04/01/2017 09:08 To: JOHN RICHARDS

Hi John,

Thank you so much for entertaining us this Christmas here at Lowestone Court, as always, true to your reputation, you gave us even more in this performance. The mixture of nostalgia, Christmas tunes and of course finishing with the upbeat mood that got them all dancing, they were laughing and talking about it all holiday.

Kind Regards Tracey Parkes House Manager Mccarthy and Stone.

From: Francis Court House Manager Sent: 10 November 2016 09:23:10 T0 JOHN RICHARDS
Subject: Francis Court Sinatra Evening 26th October

Hi John,

The residents absolutely loved the whole performance young and old alike. He has a lovely voice and interacted well with the audience. Everyone commented on what a fantastic evening they’d had, which had brought back so many wonderful memories. They could have listened to him all night. Excellent value!

Some actual comments received are as follows: "My husband and I held hands and at times sat with our eyes closed, it took us back over so many years, what a wonderful night, he sounded just like Frank Sinatra".

A male resident commented "Absolutely marvelous worth every single penny, we've had a lovely evening".

Another male resident said," We've had a Fantastic evening so many wonderful memories", great presentation.

Another lady commented, "Fabulous evening’s entertainment, polished performance, we could have listened to him all night. Another male resident, "He had the audience captivated from beginning to end".

We are really looking forward to a return visit in the New Year.

Many Thanks Helen House Manager Francis Court MSMS Worcester

Paul Smallwood Resident/Event Organiser) Ross Court. Sat 22/10/2016 10:03.40

To: JOHN RICHARDS Re Friday 21st October 2016.

Many thanks John, we had a great night, you were just what we needed, there was’nt one person who did not enjoy the evening. We are looking at dates for you to come again. Thanks once again, Paul Smallwood, Ross Court, Rugby.

Jo Leedham Glenhills Court Estate Manager Mon 24/10/2016 15:03.21 To: JOHN RICHARDS

RE: Saturday 15th October.

Hi John,

Just wanted to let you know how much everyone enjoyed your show on Saturday. The homeowners have all said it was such an enjoyable and memorable time. You have a great voice. Our ladies commented on your presentation and how smartly dressed you were.

We will be defiantly booking you again in the New Year and will be for the longer time slot so we can have a bigger selection of songs. Thanks again Jo Leedham, Duty Manager, Your Life, Glenhills Court, Leicester, LE29DH

Clover Leaf Court House Manager Fri 23/09/2016 13:10 To: JOHN RICHARDS

Re Wednesday 21st September 2016.

Hi John

“I have just had John to perform for my homeowners for the second time and I cannot recommend him highly enough! He and his wife Lesley are such lovely people and a real pleasure to work with. John has an amazing talent – his voice is superb and he is able to sing a wide range of songs which give his shows such variety. My homeowners have all commented about the many memories which they recall whilst listening to him sing their favourite songs. Not only that – John had people on their feet and dancing the night away. ! A great night was had by all and we can’t wait to have John back to sing for us again.”

Judy Morgans, House Manager, Mccarthy&Stone Clover Leaf Court, Alton.

From: Chloe Fairburn Extracare Sent: 13 September 2016 08:51:05 To: JOHN RICHARDS
Subject: RE: Saturday 10th September
“John is a fantastic Singer and a pleasure to work with. I received great feedback whilst I was around the village yesterday. Residents thoroughly enjoyed his performance and are begging me to book him again! He has a very versatile voice which would suit all audiences. I would recommend him to anyone!” Best wishes Chloe Village Activity Facilitator St. Oswald’s Village
Gloucester

Bev Jones Monday 12th September 20:49:51 To: JOHN RICHARDS Yates Court ExtraCare

Hi John.

Thank you for a Great afternoon of Entertainment the residents and day care loved all the old songs from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and many more.. Thanks Again John We Will Definitely Have You Back! Bev Jones Team Leader Social Club ExtraCare Charitable Trust Yates Court, Evesham.

From:Caroline Ham Imber Court House Manager Thu 01/09/2016 11:08 To: JOHN RICHARDS

Hi John,

Sitting in our residents lounge with ‘Ole Blue Eyes’ singing to us – it can’t get a lot better than that for an evening of real pleasure! Maybe it wasn’t Frank himself – but a first rate performance from John, who did us proud. Including many songs from the American song book (Bobby Darin, Dean Martin, Nat King Cole Bennett and many others) the Songs went down a treat. A fun evening, with a bit of banter – couldn’t have gone better. So thank you John for a wonderful evening. We absolutely would recommend booking you!

From Caroline, Derek Bowern and her Gang at Imber Court.

From: Mandy Pennicott –Your Life.Co.Uk Sent: 25 August 2016 10:51:33 To: 'JOHN RICHARDS'

Hi John

Just to let you know that the home owners at Barnhill Court are still talking about Sunday Night’s Performance. One homeowner told me that she married her husband because he looked like Frank Sinatra and she was in heaven when you were performing. Many others told me it brought back so many happy memories. I would be happy to recommend you to anyone considering an entertainment evening. The content was lovely and varied with the Frank Sinatra half and many other artists covered in the second half. Best Regards

Mandy Peripatetic Manager Your Life

From: Lowestone Court HouseManager Sent: 8 August 2016 11:15:55 To: JOHN RICHARDS

Hi John,

I just needed to say thank you so much for performing your Sinatra tribute here at Lowestone Court. It has to be said that the way you bring in the audience, with those little personal touches, and interaction got them all singing and the party mood continued well after you had left. Thank you again we hope to see you and Lesley back here very soon.

Kind regards and warm wishes. Tracey House Manager, McCarthy & Stone, Lowestone Court,

From Caroline Kendall, Sales Team, Lowestone Court 8 August 2016 15.00.48 Re: Friday 5th August To: John Richards

Dear John, Let me say again a big thank you from us all, on a fantastic afternoon, thoroughly enjoyed by everyone. We look forward to booking you again in the future. You have a fantastic voice and your performance was superb. You entertained our Home owners and Guests during the event, with a variety of Sinatra songs and other Classics from the era, which the audience loved and sang along too. Many of our home owners have commented on how much they enjoyed it. A Professional Act, which I would highly recommend. Thank you for entertaining us, we look forward to you performing again. Kind regards Caroline Kendall Customer Support Executive McCarthy & Stone (Developments).

From: louis accordha.org.uk To: JOHN RICHARDS Subject: RE: Review Date: Tue, 5 Jul 2016 13:07:49

Hi John,

“Just want to say that you were fantastic you got all the service users involved and they thoroughly enjoyed themselves, they said that you were one of the best singers we’ve had here”. Kind regards Louise Hiorns (Activities)

From: R&L Avalon Court Sent: 10 June 2016 16:44 To: JOHN RICHARDS Subject: Entertainment at Avalon Court, Coventry.
Hi John,
I just wanted to thank you once again for Entertaining us here at Avalon Court. The residents and staff really enjoy your shows and think you are fantastic. It’s great to see you engaging with them and seeing them joining in. Lots of memories. Everyone loves it when you are here.
Kindest regards Jade Sheridan R&L Avalon Court Cov

From: Stewart Terrace House Manager Sent: 31 May 2016 13:26:36

Hi John,

Thanks again for everything for an amazing evening everyone loved it. See you the next time (they are still talking about it at the coffee morning !) Kind regards Allison

Queen Elizabeth Court House Manager To: JOHN RICHARDS Date: Wed, 25 May 2016 12:44:5
"A Huge Thank You"

Just to say “Thanks a Million” for last night. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the evening and your performance was brilliant. There is still a buzz about the building this morning with everyone talking about their favourite song that you sang. We hope to see you again in the future. I will be in touch. Kind regards Jennie House Manager Queen Elizabeth Court

From: Ashwood Court House Manager To: JOHN RICHARDS Date: Thu, 2 Jun 2016 09:41:23
Subject: RE: Entertainment 27th May

HI John

Thank you for a wonderful evening of music and reminiscence everyone thoroughly enjoyed it. Regards June House Manager Ashwood Court House Manager

Nathan Duberry, Extracare Panel Croft Village TO JOHN RICHARDS Date: 6th April 2016

Hello John

Thank you very much for last night you were thoroughly entertaining, not only did you engage with the residents but your vocal performance was amazing. Kind Regards Nathan Duberry

Panel Croft Village.

Gillian Milburn Hagley Road Village TO: JOHN RICHARDS Sunday 27th March 2016

Hi John,

I’ll be in touch about a repeat performance later in the year, and I have already passed

on feedback to my colleagues, stating what a great night you provide.

Kind regards, Gillian Milburn Village Activities Facilitator.

Clover Leaf Court. Guilford. Monday 8th February 2016 TO; JOHN RICHARDS
Good Morning John

Thank you for entertaining us.

Everyone who attended said that they had had a marvellous evening. It was so nice to see them singing along with some old favourites and many have said that they enjoyed hearing songs that they hadn’t listened to for many years. Lots of happy memories were conjured up for them! On that note, I am delighted that you are able to come and perform for us again, thank you so much for a fabulous evening of entertainment. Kind regards Judy Morgans

Avalon Court TO JOHN RICHARDS 27th January 2016 Subject: RE: Entertainment

Hi John

Thank you for yesterday’s performance. The residents really enjoyed it. I noticed that one of our Ladies Myra came and sat down in the room to watch and listen which is rare for her. I also saw her dancing in the corridor afterwards as well. I wondered if it is possible to book you for 13th April, 18th May , 26th July 31st October.,15th November and 9th December.

I will also come back to you with other dates for any special events when I have been through the rest of the Calendar. Thanks Simone Avalon Court, Coventry

Eastbank Court 13thJune 2015 TO JOHN RICHARDS

Good Afternoon John

Thank you once again for an Outstanding Performance. On Wednesday evening. The Owners totally loved it as I did and would like to see you again. Please forward me your availability for August and I can get this organized. Best Wishes Andrea Activities Organiser, Worcester.

Willowbrook, 9th January 2015 TO JOHN RICHARDS Subject: RE: Entertainment

Hi John,

A huge thank you once again for Entertaining us once again at Willowbrook. Your Frank Sinatra Tribute is second to none as is your interaction with the audience. We are looking forward to having you back for further performances. See You soon Sharon Activity Coordinator.