Theatre celebrates memory cafe opening

A theatre has celebrated the opening of its second memory cafe for people affected by dementia.

Wolverhampton Grand Theatre launched the cafe at The Institute in Tettenhall Wood earlier this month to provide entertainment in a supportive environment, helping reduce isolation.

Vintage singer Miss Beth Belle from the trio The Bluebird Belles put a smile on everyone's faces as she performed at the event to celebrate the opening.

The theatre said it was "thrilled" to expand the free cafe service and open a second venue within Wolverhampton.

It provides a range of entertainment between the two cafes including playing the best of soul, reggae and Bollywood music.

Memory cafes will be held at The Institute once a month throughout the summer with performances from Darcie Edwards and Miss Beth Belle.

Places can be booked by contacting Wolverhampton Grand Theatre.

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