On 31 May 2009, Dora – A Gala Charity Show was held at Her Majesty's Theatre in London to raise funds for two charities nominated by Bryan: the Variety Club Children's Charity and the Alzheimer's Society. Sir Cliff Richard was the star performer, but among the performers and celebrity guests were old friends and colleagues, including June Whitfield, Rita Tushingham, and Joanna Lumley. Bryan managed to attend."Dora: A Gala Charity Show Celebrating the Career of Dora Bryan OBE", UK Theatre Web, 31 May 2009. Retrieved 6 September 2013.Elizebthtoni.com, 2 June 2009: Part 2 Celebs at Dora: A Gala Charity Show – London – Arrivals . Retrieved 6 September 2013.
