Dame Jacqueline Wilson lives in Kingston upon Thames, where Momentum is based. She has been a supporter of our charity since 2006 and often comes to Momentum events, to meet the children and sign books. At our Garden opening in 2006, she gave a special reading to a huge group of Momentum children which they enjoyed immensely.
Patrons
Momentum's Patrons are the former Children's Laureate, Dame Jacqueline Wilson, actor Philip Glenister, West End stage star, Kim Ismay,ex-Australian Rugby Captain, Michael Lynagh, actor and writer Michael Simkins and Stephen Harris, Chorus Master of the Welsh National Opera. We are extremely proud to have them as our Patrons and very grateful for their support.
Phil Glenister with some of our Momentum children at the Celebrity Golf Day in 2009.
Right - Kim Ismay with Dame Jacqueline Wilson.
Kim Ismay
The actress Kim Ismay was Momentum's first Patron and has been a fantastic supporter since the inception of our charity. She appears in all our events and is a truly amazing performer. Since June 2011 she has been playing the part of Tanya in 'Mamma Mia!' in the West End.
Michael Lynagh
Michael Lynagh is one of the most successful and skilful players ever to have graced the sport of rugby union.
He also played on the winning golf team at the Momentum Celebrity Golf Day in June 2011! We are delighted to have him as one of our Patrons.
Michael Simkins
Michael Simkins is a familiar face both on stage and TV and a familiar voice on Radio 4, in programmes such as Front Row, Off the page, Quote Unquote and BH. He is also a well known author and journalist, having written four best-selling books and he is a regular contributor to The Daily Telegraph and The Mail On Sunday. As Sir Ian McKellan once said of him, “It’s thrilling Michael is having such success as a writer. Anything to keep him off the stage...”
Philip Glenister
Phil Glenister hosts our annual Celebrity Golf Day at Richmond Golf Club, where he is a member of the Stage Golfing Society.
Stephen Harris
Stephen Harris is the Chorus Master for the Welsh National Opera.
Since Momentum's inception in 2004, Stephen has been the creative force behind our annual opera evening at the Landmark Arts Centre in Teddington. He gives his time very generously and each year has directed a moving and memorable concert, as well as helping us raise several thousands of pounds.
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