Red Carpet Gala

Masters of Ceremony

Benjamin Arthur

Maria Manna

Canada's very own Benjamin Arthur is flying in from LA to co-MC Victoria's Red Carpet Gala with Victoria's accomplished Maria Manna. Ben is known for American Reunion (2012), The Movie Out Here (to be released in March 2013), The Darkest Hour, Gordon, That One Night and Switch, and television series Less Than Kind, The L Word, Noah’s Arc, Saved and Whistler. In 2010 Ben was the host of the Leo Awards.

Maria Manna has performed with double Grammy award winner Paul Horn, the George Haden Orchestra, the Tommy Banks Orchestra, the Paul Brunetti Orchestra and opened for the Beach Boys. Her movie credits include the principal vocalist role as well as script coach for The Engagement Ring.

You have arrived with the hottest ticket in BC!

Greeted by the flashbulbs of the paparazzi, the smartly dressed valet opens the door.

Champagne in hand you walk the red carpet, rubbing shoulders with celebrity look-alikes, surrounded by a gaggle of fans.

For those who dare, come dressed as your favorite Bond or Bond girl and win a great prize for the best look-alike!

From the moment you enter the ballroom you will instantly experience the dazzling Oscar ambiance...

FREE Shuttle Service from Mayfair Mall to Westin Bear Mountain (must buy tickets before Feb 20th).

What to wear:							Dress to impress in your best Bond worthy attire and wear your dancing shoes for an after-party to remember!
The Food:							The appetizers and plated dinner are sure to please.
Entertainment:							Besides the engaging MCs and The Academy Awards on the Big Screens, the entertainment will be hot!
Prizes:							Visit the "Prize Catalogue" for the details (to be updated soon). Thousands of dollars of gifts, resort packages, and simply must-haves.
Stay the Night:							The Westin Bear Mountain is offering a special "take the elevator home" rate for the whole weekend of the Gala if reserved BEFORE February 8th. More details soon. To reserve your room call the Hotel at 1-250-391-7160 or email reservations@westinbearmountain.com Guests should identify themselves as members of The Greater Victoria Film Commission Oscar Gala in order for to qualify for this group rate. A valid credit card can be used as a guarantee.