A truly glittering black-tie award ceremony
was held on the 30 September at The Savoy Hotel. The Gay
and Lesbian Awards (GALA’s) is a new concept that
celebrates individual success and at the same time promote
a positive image of the gay & lesbian community.
The
Awards presented included: Shadow Lounge Artist of the
Year, Barclays Business Person of the Year, Lehman Brothers
Entrepreneur of the Year, Irwin Mitchell Performing Artist
of the Year, Circa-Club Media Person of the Year as well
as Lifetime Achievement Award. The Jury includes David
Furnish, Dep Asst Commissioner Brian Paddick and Anna
Whowell.
Celebrities attending included: Alexander
McQueen Stephen Fry, Patrick Cox, Gerri Halliwell, Liz
Hurley, Jack & Kelly Osborne, Lord Wahid Alli, Lulu,
Tracey Emin, Janet Street Porter, Tara Palmer-Tompkinson,
Stephen Gately, Philip Treacy, Simon Napier Bell
The
Shadow Lounge, renowned for its themed parties created
the ultimate extravaganza. Working with the beautiful
art deco scenery at The Savoy, they are creating a fabulous
1930’s ball ….going back in time where glamour
meets high society and Noel Coward, Cole Porter and Marlene
Dietrich set the trends for London’s gay cocktail
circuit.
Sponsors include Barclays Bank, Lehman Bros., Irwin Mitchell,
Soho Clubs and Bars and Devaux Champagne. For further
information, contact Simon Cherry, Ganesha Event Management
on 01254 879789 or email simon@thegalas.co.uk
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