From Moldova to the West End

This post has nothing to do with Milford on Sea, other than I was recently contacted by Tony Hawks, a comedian, writer, musician and philanthropist who is a funny man doing good for many less fortunate.

Anyone who has read any of his books like; Round Ireland With A Fridge, Playing the Moldovans at Tennis, One Hit Wonderland, Once Upon A Time In The West...Country, and my personal favourite; A Piano In The Pyrenees, - will know his talents as a writer with a great sense of humour.

After accepting a bet from his mate and fellow comedian, Arthur Smith, Tony took on the challenge of finding the Moldova football team players beaten 4-0 by England in September 1997. The outcome is a funny as it is surprising. In his book; 'Playing the Moldovans at Tennis' he reveals his experiences in finding and playing each player one by one. As the story humorously unfurls, an unexpected subplot emerges when Tony, unexpectedly to himself, becomes entwined with a a local family and determined to help with creating a Care Centre in Europe’s poorest nation.

Since that day his life has literally changed, and he today he continues to tirelessly raise funds for what is now the Tony Hawks Care Centre in Chisinau, where they do amazing work for poor families with children who have cerebral palsy.

If you can make his 'Midlife Cowboy' show above in the West End you will be assured of a good night out. Click here for ticket information.

You might even see him here in Milford on Sea one of these days.

Tony Hawks

www.tony-hawks.com

Playing the Moldovans at Tennis

A feel-good film with the unbeatable combination of tennis, Moldova and British eccentricity - Sandi Toksvig
www.moldovansmovie.com

Tony Hawks Care Centre, Chisinau
www.tonyhawkscentru.md