You could say my wish is going to be granted tomorrow evening!

On 28 July, I will proudly perform at the Birmingham 2022 Opening Ceremony – I can’t believe I’m actually writing these words.  

I’m one of 2,000 people who successfully applied to be part of the volunteer cast at the Alexander Stadium.

For me this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to say I was involved in the biggest event this city has ever hosted and definitely something to show and tell my grandchildren!

This journey began when I saw an advert requesting for people to volunteer through one of the city council’s internal bulletins earlier this year.

My ‘day job’ is a Senior Practitioner in the Adult Safeguarding Team at Birmingham City Council so this a world away from my normal working life. Although, I’ve always had a passion for amateur dramatics and often lead in the team Christmas quizzes and office away days.

I went to an audition at Edgbaston and two months later I was offered a role in the Opening Ceremony. To say I was over the moon is an understatement!

I can’t give too much away about the ceremony, but I will divulge that I’m part of the floats team. We’ve been rehearsing at a private venue and I can tell you it’s been hard going at times. I’ve attended 15 sessions which can last up to five hours at a time!

I’m just so excited – I hope you all enjoy the show!

This blog was posted on 27 July 2022