Longpier.com is always thinking of ways to enrich the lives of people in Southend and surrounding areas, and today we're proud to announce our latest idea.
How would you like the chance to quiz your favourite local celebrity? If you could ask a question of the leader of Southend Council, what would it be? Would you like to hear from the unsung people of the borough, who work tirelessly to improve the life of others? What would you say to influential local businessmen or leading academics? What drives our talented artists and what inspires our brilliant comedians?
Today, we're launching the 'Longpier Lectures' - a series of Q&A events with fantastic people, all of whom, live and work - or have a connection - in our borough.
The idea is in its embroynic stage and we're looking for everyone to have their say on who they'd like to see and talk to, and where the lectures should be held. Should the events be free - or would you pay to see someone in a great venue? Should they be in the evening or at the weekend?
Below is a list of people we'd like to see at the 'Longpier Lectures' - please add to this list by leaving a comment below or at the Discuss Southend forum. We must stress we have not approached any of the individuals yet.
Although we can make the calls to agents and fix up a venue, it's really up to you - the people of the borough of Southend and surrounding areas - to ensure this happens. So let us know your thoughts and ideas and let's see if we can make this happen in 2010.
POSSIBLE PEOPLE:
Russell Kane - comedian
Colette Bailey - METAL
Phill Jupitus - comedian/actor
Helen Mirren - actress
Philip Miller - businessman
Ian Sanders - author
Nigel Havens - businessman
Terry Alderton - comedian
Nigel Holdcroft - Southend Leader
The Horrors - band
Get Cape, Wear Cape, Fly - band
Dave Brown - Mighty Boosh member
Phil Cornwell - impressionist
Rachel Riley - presenter
Dominic Littlewood - presenter
Steve Tilson - football manager
James Bourne - musician
Lee Mead - actor
POSSIBLE VENUES:
METAL, Chalkwell Hall
TAP, Southend
Roots Hall, Southend
End of the Pier, Southend
Garons Park, Southend
Royal Hotel, Southend
Civic Centre, Southend
The Peterboat, Old Leigh
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