Henry Blofeld OBE to bring new show to Swindon's Arts Centre

Popular cricket commentator and broadcaster Henry Blofeld will include a Swindon date for his new touring show, 'My Dear Old Things.'

Henry Blofeld OBE, known amongst his many fans as 'Blowers' is famous for his 'plummy tones' and 'all-round good humour.' 

The commentator and broadcaster is inviting members of the public to join him for a brand-new show, 'My Dear Old Things.'

A spokesperson for the star said: "This new show will see Henry share tales of treasured moments and people, past and present, while looking ever forward to more fun and games as he returns to the crease.

"In cricketing terms, covid’s reign stopped play for a couple of seasons and confined dear old Blowers to the pavilion. However, it’s an ill wind, as they say and this enforced absence from the middle has given Henry the opportunity to spend more time with loved ones; to reconnect with his Norfolk roots and to reflect on his truly extraordinary life.

"One of Henry’s great gifts is to engage the cricket connoisseur and those who know nothing about the game alike with his enchanting personality, warmth and humour. My Dear Old Things, is an absolute treat for the cricket connoisseur and a wonderfully engaging evening for all."

His new show will be appearing at the Arts Centre in Swindon on Monday, 30 May at 7.30pm, and tickets can be found at https://swindontheatres.co.uk/Online/tickets-an-evening-with-henry-blofeld-swindon-2022

Henry has also written two books, the latest being Ten to Win, which was published in September last year. His 2018 book, Over and Out, has been shortlisted for Cricket Book of the Year at the British Sports Book Awards.

As well as writing books, he recorded a daily vodcast for last year’s tests and made a 90-minute film for streaming called, At Home With Henry. 

The spokesperson for the commentator continued: "In these charming, honest and hilarious pieces, he shared reminiscences, cricketing memorabilia and life over the generations on the family estate."

Henry said of his upcoming shows: “I can’t tell you how excited I am to be getting back onto the stage after nearly three years! It will be a lively mixture of making The Real Marigold Hotel and almost fifty years with Test Match Special. We’ll have huge fun and I can’t wait to see you all there!”

Producer Simon Fielder said: “It’s rare that one gets the opportunity to sit in the armchair opposite a national treasure and be regaled with eye-popping anecdotes at such close quarters.  Working with Blowers on At Home With Henry was enormous fun.

"Hearing his tall tales of incredible scrapes, Jamaican nights with Noel Coward and Ian Fleming and his wonderful impressions of TMS commentators I had listened to from boyhood were an absolute joy.  Henry is a master entertainer with the energy of a man half his age.  I am really looking forward to taking him and his wealth of hilarious stories on the road.  Audiences in theatres across the land are in for a real treat.”

These shows are being run in aid of the charity, Chance to Shine, who aim to give all children the opportunity to play, learn and develop through cricket. Members of the public can find out more about them at www.chancetoshine.org.

For further dates, venues and additional Henry Blofeld shows, you can find out more and book your tickets online at www.simonfielder.com. You can also follow us on social media on Twitter at @SimonFielderPr1 and Henry @blowersh, and Simon Fielder Productions on Facebook and Instagram .