Le GALA des DAMES is a red carpet gala event hosted with the support of the French Embassy in UK on Sunday August 25th 2013, 8:00pm – 6:00am in CRIMSCOTT HALL, 18-19 CRIMSCOTT STREET, LONDON, SE1 5TE. Profits generated on the night will go in support of the JACKSON FAMILY FOUNDATION, a non-profit organisation (chaired by Joseph Jackson) that, besides caring for the legacy of the Jackson family, also supports charitable cultural, social and educational projects. Funds raised at Le GALA des DAMES will be devoted to stop the spread of AIDS in Africa. Another charity, also been announced to be benefiting from the event, is the Guinean Fraternity UK.
The gala, at its second edition, is organised by Paul Erick TRESOR and Sandrine POCH founders of PE Promotions. The event was originally born with the intent of commemorating African ladies, to create a platform of unity, appreciation and exposure for their efforts. This year Le GALA des DAMES has been attracting so many attentions, from high profile personalities, celebrities, press and even nominees from non-African cultures, that the organisers are intending to expand the event more and more in support to all women no matter their origins. Performing on the night will be, ambassador of the
JACKSON FAMILY FOUNDATION, WES MADIKO known among Western audiences for “In Youpendi” a song from The Lion King II Soundtrack. Zouglu Royalo, Chantal Ayssi, Vanessa Kompressor, Ashley Abigo, Astride Costa will be the other musicians performing on the night. During the gala night, out of all the ladies being put forward as nominees, eight will be awarded. Nomination categories include: “Best Business Woman of the Year”, “Young Achievers”, “Inspirational | Role Model”, “Best Media Person”, “Outstanding Mother”, “Best Women Organisation”, “Queen of Le Gala des Dames”. PAULINE LONG, founder of the BEFFTA Awards, is one of the most high profile ladies being nominated “Best Business Woman of the Year|”.
Confirmed in attendance, in support of the event cause, popular Fashion model and jackof-all-trades, DANISH WAKEEL; celebrity burlesque performer, CHRYS COLUMBINE; upcoming Fashion designer, Maria Thukas (INONECTIMA), celebrity personal stylist NATALIE ROBINSON, singer JORDANA MBA, PATRICIA INDER; expected in attendance, other profile people like Normki Anderson, Miss Arab World and many more! During the night expect the unexpected… there will be an Hollywood theme similar to the Oscars night with red carpet photo shoot; roses to each lady, three course dinner with champagne, music, dance, press, TVs and even surprise goodie bags sponsored by award winning Beauty Salon, CUCUMBA, DERMALOGICA, STYLE ICON, MARY KAY and MYA MINERAL MAKEUP.
Dress code: evening gown |glamorous for ladies, tuxedo | dinner jacket for men.