St Helens Town Hall was transformed into a spectacular celebration of glitz, glamour, and community spirit as The Posh Club made its sold out debut in Merseyside on Thursday, 6th March.
The event, hosted by Heart of Glass and funded by Arts Council England, brought together over 160 guests aged 60+ for an afternoon of dazzling entertainment and joyful connection.
The Mayor of St Helens and Marie Rimmer MP joined the celebrations and guests were treated to show-stopping performances from Shirley Classy, That Matty May, and Liverpool’s own Miss Baby Daisy, while black-tie waiters served up afternoon tea on vintage crockery. The Town Hall was beautifully transformed into a glamorous setting, complete with laughter, singing, and dancing.
A celebration of what happens when we come together
The Posh Club is more than just an event—it’s a movement dedicated to tackling loneliness and isolation among older people through the power of performance, connection, and celebration. Created by Duckie (London’s iconic LGBTQ club night and performance collective),this glamorous social and performance club for older adults has been hosting weekly events across London and the South East since 2012.
Angy Williams, Head of Creative People and Places at Heart of Glass, reflected:
“To see so many of our older residents laughing, dancing, and connecting was wonderful. The Posh Club is a perfect example of how the arts can bring people together, and we’re delighted to have brought this magical experience to St Helens.”
Simon Casson, co-founder of The Posh Club, shared his enthusiasm:
“St Helens, you did not disappoint! My feet are aching after hitting that polished dance floor in your glorious and glamorous town hall”
The event was co-programmed with local older residents as part of Heart of Glass’ 10-year anniversary celebrations. It aligns with the organisation’s commitment to supporting vibrant, inclusive cultural experiences within the borough.
Following the overwhelming success of this debut, conversations are already underway to explore future editions of The Posh Club in Merseyside.
For more information about Heart of Glass and future events, visit heartofglass.org.uk.
For more information about The Posh Club visit: theposhclub.co.uk.