Today, organisers of Night for Ukraine, a fundraising event at Roundhouse on Wednesday 9 March 2022 announce the artists performing to help raise money for the DEC.
Ukrainian born Bloom Twins, Ukrainian baritone and Royal Opera House Principal Artist Yuriy Yurchuk, Bob Geldof, Chrissie Hynde and Imelda May will be taking to the stage.
The evening which will also feature resident choreographer of The Royal Ballet Wayne McGregor CBE and a host of UK artists including Jack Garratt, Eckoes and Peter Xan.
The evening will feature an address from DEC Chief Executive Saleh Saeed and a special performance by the London Community Gospel Choir.
Other performers include Tom Baxter, Eckoes, Joseph Toonga, Nadeem Din Gabisi, Joseph Lawrence and Archive with more acts set to appear on the night.
Tickets are on sale now and are available at www.nightforukraine.org
Funds raised on the evening will be donated to Night for Ukraine’s fundraising partner the DEC, Disasters Emergency Committee, to support their humanitarian and emergency response work on the ground in Ukraine and at its borders, to help people fleeing the conflict.
The project is organised by the founder of Secret Cinema, main collaborators Bloom Twins and Sunflower Relief, alongside Phoenix Court, Roundhouse, Sofar Sounds, Platoon, and Lost. Night for Ukraine is also encouraging other artists, organisers and venues to stage their own night across the nation to support DEC.
Further information can be found at www.nightforukraine.org/weneedyourhelp
Fabien Riggall, organiser, Night for Ukraine and the founder of Secret Cinema and Lost said: “This is the beginning of Night For Ukraine – we’re looking to create a long term action to bring together the creative community, tech community and the nation at large to stand with all people affected by the crisis in Ukraine. We all feel powerless right now, but by coming together and mobilising our creativity and energy, we can make a small difference by raising funds and awareness.”
Night for Ukraine will be sharing informative content from DEC and Ukrainian individuals and groups, promoting awareness and ensuring voices are heard and shared. Full information and to access assets for your own Night for Ukraine can be found at www.nightforukraine.org
