A special gala performance of Schlepping Beauty was held on Saturday evening to raise funds for the Grand Order of Water Rats Charity. Among the guests were many Brick Lane Music Hall regulars, together with a fair sprinkling of famous names including members of the venerable order, not to mention King Rat himself. Pictured above, King Rat, Ian Richards, with Roy Hudd and Jess Conrad.

Above, before the show, Nigel Ellacott with friends, including Bobby Crush. Centre, Kenny Cantor with Chas McDevitt and his wife, and right, Derek Martin with Kate Plantin and Roy’s wife, Director, Debbie Flitcroft. After the show some of the Brother Rats got together backstage. Front row, Chas McDevitt, Kaplan Kaye, Paul James, Roy Hudd and Vincent Hayes. Behind them, Jess Conrad, Ian Richards, Graham Cole, Derek Martin and Andrew Robley.

Photo creds, with thanks, to: John McKenzie and Nigel Ellacott.