Barbara Simpson receives 65 year Long Service award

19th March 2017

Barbara Simpson, a stalwart of Sunderland Theatre Co. (formerly Sunderland AOS) was recently awarded her 65th year Long Service Award at the NODA AGM in Scotch Corner Hotel. Seen below Barbara is receiving the award from National President Michael Hastilow.

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