AN INTERNATIONAL recognised singer is coming to Grays.

Wayne Ellington, a highly acclaimed gospel singers and tutor, will be performing at Thameside Theatre, as part of a tribute tour to classic jazz and swing musician Nat King Cole on Friday June 2.

Belmont Castle Academy student’s landscape and animal paintings are still being dis - played in store and are available for purchase. All proceeds are being donated to Ashley’s chosen cause, Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity.

The talented school - Mr Drake says he was prompted by his mum Karen, who is in - volved with the centre.

It bids to provide “a welcoming and friendly environment to support carers with practical advice either in person or by phone.

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Wayne said: “Although gospel was my foundation at home and in church, I was exposed to various musical genres including classical, RnB, pop, world music and jazz, which is how I discovered Nat King Cole.”

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