Events
Coming soon to the Isle Of Wight
Past Events
An Evening with Southampton FC legend Matt le Tissier at Medina Theatre, Newport,
Isle of Wight on 18th November 2023.
Hosted by presenter Kenzie Benali (Known for fronting media output for the likes of Southampton FC, Arsenal FC and The Hundred cricket competition, Wimbledon and Kenzie presents a monthly show for the Premier League alongside David Alorka and Alan Shearer.
Matt signed for Southampton FC in 1986 and stayed there for 16 years – the entirety of his career. He scored 209 goals in 540 appearances for the club and was the first midfielder to score 100 goals in the English Premier League. Matt also earned 8 caps for England from 1995 to 1998, retiring in 2002. In 2020, he was the winner of a Eurosport poll that named him the Greatest Premier League Player Ever.
Since his retirement, Le Tissier has forged a successful career as a pundit and panellist. He made his name as a regular on Sky Sports Gillette Soccer Saturday, as well as working with Paddy Power, and a long-term ambassadorship with WhichBookie. Matt was an integral part of the Harry's Heroes cast for ITV in the 2019 and 2020 series, the former being nominated for a BAFTA. He also reached the final of ITV's Eternal Glory in 2015, competing against a number of retired athletes in both physical and mental challenges. Other notable TV appearances include Countdown and A Question of Sport.
This EXCLUSIVE show featured a VIP Meet and Greet, a LIVE & UNSCRIPTED INTERVIEW and a Q&A session with the Southampton FC footballing Legend Matt Le Tissier.
VIP starts from 6 pm - 7.15 pm
Included in the standard ticket:
* 7.30 pm - Watch the live show and exclusive interview on stage with Matt Le Tissier and the event host.
* Audience Q&A session where you can pose a question in a relaxed atmosphere with Matt Le Tissier.
* Opportunity to view and purchase signed memorabilia boasting iconic sports personalities past and present for that total fan experience.
* Charity Silent Auction – Matt Le Tissier has personally signed sports memorabilia which will be helping to raise funds for charity on the Isle of Wight.
An Evening with England Legend Stuart Pearce at Medina Theatre on Nov 6th 2022
Hosted by presenter Richard Graves (SUTV, NFL & Sky Sports)
About the Event
Stuart Pearce is one of England’s best-known and most-loved football icons. 746 Appearances, 78 England Caps, 5 Teams Managed - Nottingham Forest, West Ham, Manchester City, England under 21 Head Coach, + 1 Olympics, managing the Team GB Squad in London 2012, In only 37 years.
This EXCLUSIVE show featured a VIP Meet & greet and LIVE & UNSCRIPTED interview with the England footballing Legend, followed by an audience Q&A session and insight into the forthcoming FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 with Special guest Francis Benali (Former Southampton FC & Charity fundraiser for Cancer Research UK).
The event host was sports presenter Richard Graves known for his work with SUTV, NFL, and Sky Sports.
We helped raise money on the night for Wessex Cancer Trust on the Isle of Wight with a silent auction of signed memorabilia personally signed by Stuart Pearce, Francis Benali, and much more.
Past Events
An Evening with Saints footballing Legend Francis Benali MBE - at Medina Theatre on 25th June -Hosted by presenter Kenzie Benali.
Watch the Promo video
About the Event
This exclusive show features a VIP Meet and Greet, LIVE & UNSCRIPTED interview with the Southampton Legend, followed by a Special Audience Question & Answer session. Francis Benali will take to the stage to give you real-life insight into the scenes of his career, and his contribution to charity, including the Saints Foundation and Cancer Research UK. The event host presenter Kenzie Benali.
The community raising money on the night for Wessex Cancer Trust on the Isle of Wight with a Charity Auction of signed memorabilia by Francis Benali.
Media/ Press
IW County Press review - Coronation Street soap stars - Friday 19th April 2024
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/23663749.itvs-coronation-street-soap-stars-coming-isle-wight/
IW County Press review - Matt Le Tissier - Saturday 18th November 2023
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/23944790.evening-football-icon-matt-le-tissier-isle-wight/
IW County Press review - Matt Le Tissier - Saturday 18th November 2023
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/23365927.isle-wight-england-southamptons-matt-le-tissier/
South Hampshire News Press review - Matt Le Tissier - Saturday 18th November 2023
IW County Press review - Francis Benali - June 25 - 2022
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/20162567.southampton-fc-legend-francis-benali-visits-isle-wight/
IW County press review - Stuart Pearce - Nov 6 - 2022
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/20668834.england-world-cup-football-star-heading-isle-wight/
https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/23132958.evening-england-legend-stuart-pearce-isle-wight/
FRAN-TASTIC! ‘An Evening with Francis Benali’, aka Franny, was excellently put together by Seamless Entertainment and hosted by Franny’s daughter, Kenzie, who kept the evening running smoothly.
- by Zach Saunders IWCP
”Speaking about the evening, Franny said: “I thoroughly enjoyed it! “It was the first time I’ve ever done an event like that on the Island, and I wouldn’t hesitate to do something else again. It was nice to be able to spend time with those who came along''.
”Speaking about the evening, with Stuart Pearce Franny said: Brilliant stories and a lot of fun!
Great to be part of An Evening With Stuart Pearce. Thanks to everyone who was involved with the event
”Speaking about the evening, with Stuart Pearce & Franny Benali, Richard Graves said: An absolute pleasure! A night of enthralling stories and laughter in great company - all while raising much-needed funds for a worthy cause. Thanks for inviting me…
”Speaking about the evening, Zach Saunders from the County Press said: Another great evening at Medina Theatre, this time with Stuart Pearce, with special guest Franny Benali and presenter Richard Graves. A very entertaining show, full marks again Seamless Entertainment.