Monday at the Musicals

Ellen’s story

Ellen was diagnosed with Acute Promyelocytic Leukaemia, rare sub-type acute myeloid leukaemia (AML), when she was just nine years old. Whilst treatment was successful, unfortunately just three years later the cancer returned. At this time, she also suffered a massive stroke and was told that she may never walk or talk again. During her treatment Ellen had an MRD test, which was co-founded by Children with Cancer UK, and is used to see if cancer treatment is working and whether additional treatment is needed. It was revolutionary in the cancer field and Ellen credits it with saving her life.

A long-time supporter of Children with Cancer UK, Ellen has raised thousands of pounds for the charity and works to raise awareness of the late effects of childhood cancer, which she unfortunately still suffers from. Ellen reveals:

I started the initial concert to raise money for the charities who have supported me whilst also wanting to thank the musical theatre industry that means so much to me.

Proceeds from the show will support Children with Cancer UK, helping the charity continue its vital work. Children with Cancer UK is the leading charity for children and young people affected by cancer in the UK. Their vision is for every child and young person to survive their cancer diagnosis. They work to improve survival rates and the long-term quality of life for those who do, while also striving to find ways to prevent cancer in the future.

Trekstock – Everyday in the UK, 38 young people in their 20s and 30s receive a life changing diagnosis of cancer. We’re the only charity that helps this group navigate life through and beyond an experience that doesn’t stop when treatment ends.