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# Ipswich Regent Theatre's charity appeal receives overwhelming support
- URL: https://www.ipswich.co.uk/ipswich-regent-theatre-s-charity-appeal-receives-overwhelming-support/
- Published: 2024-07-12T22:17:37.000Z
- Updated: 2026-03-16T15:39:03.000Z
- Description: Theatregoers and council staff have donated hundreds of items to help people affected by homelessness in Ipswich.
- Author: Oliver Rouane-Williams
- Tags: News, Events & Things To Do, Homelessness, Dance, Drama, Theatre & Cinema, #article, Jane Riley, Ipswich Borough Council, Ipswich Housing Action Group (ihAg), #Import 2026-03-16 14:46

![A photo of the Regent Theatre in Ipswich](https://storage.ghost.io/c/29/1e/291e4b7f-e551-4458-b546-61963954b22f/content/images/2026/03/1720823162-ipswich-regent-theatre-jpeg-4.jpg)

The Regent Theatre in Ipswich welcomes theatregoers to raise funds for homelessness Photo: Oliver Rouane-Williams (Ipswich.co.uk)

**The charity drive was inspired by the West End show "Come From Away" and its themes of community spirit.**

**What happened:** Audiences attending "Come From Away" at Ipswich Regent Theatre donated food and personal items to ihAg (Ipswich Housing Action Group).

**The scale of donations:** Over 70 crates of items collected will support [ihAg](https://www.ipswich.co.uk/tag/ihag/) and partner agencies for many months ahead.

**Who was involved:** Theatregoers, [Ipswich Borough Council](https://www.ipswich.co.uk/tag/ipswich-borough-council/) staff and blogger Lydia Greatrix, ambassador for Pay It Forward 9/11 charity.

**Why it matters:** Shows strong community spirit in Ipswich, providing vital support for local homeless people.

**Key reactions:**

- Councillor Jane Riley, IBC Portfolio Holder for Culture and Customers: "We were truly amazed by the amount of donations given by our wonderful audiences and colleagues."
- Jools Ramsey-Palmer, CEO at ihAg: "I am absolutely blown away by the generosity of everyone who came along to see Come From Away."
- Lydia Greatrix: "The thousands of donations we received will make a real difference."

**What's next:** Those interested in supporting ihAg can email [ihag@ihag.co.uk](mailto:ihag@ihag.co.uk) for more information.

The charity drive demonstrates how cultural events can inspire positive community action and support vulnerable residents in Ipswich. I'm all for it.

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