Happy Holidays to you!
I’m really feeling the spirit, and as always, it’s full of sparkly goodness.
My co-producer DeVilla and I
just put on our Second Annual Jingle Belles Holiday Extravaganza…it was a fabulous show, and a great turn out! I’m sitting here right now surrounded
by three giant garbage bags full of toys, which , along with the considerable amount
of money raised, are going to be
delivered to my local fire department’s
holiday toy drive.
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| Ansuya |
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| Leon Mancilla, Christmas Angel |
I’m no stranger to putting on benefits… I’ve produced shows for causes I
believed were worthy since 1985… but the generosity that is always shown by the performers who donate their time
and talent, the selfless volunteers who
work backstage, on the door and behind
the scenes, and the very giving
audiences who attend never cease to amaze me!
There is something very
special in knowing that you’ll make the
holidays better for children- and everyone goes all out. It never
fails to literally bring tears to my eyes!
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| Rania |
The Jingle Belles show took place December 10 at Skinny’s
Lounge in Los Angeles, and featured
world class as well as local performers. Some of the acts were holida-themed, others were'nt but it didn't matter, cause the spirit was there! We had traditional as well as tribal fusion belly dance, burlesque and stand up comedy. Thanks to those who performed: Ansuya, Rania, Lux LaCroix, Penny Starr, Jr. Leon Mancilla, Jennelah, comedian Selene Luna, Sherri Wheatley, and Devilla's troupe Isis-Siren Sekhmet. I’d also like
to thank the club for having us- and I wish we could all see the looks on the
children’s faces when they open their presents!!!!
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| Penny Starr,Jr. "Ghosts Of Christmas Past: |
I know many of you readers
donate regularly, all year round…but in
case you’re wondering where to donate, here’s some ideas for Holiday Giving
Opportunities. These are just some
links, please check the
deadlines and specifications for
donating in your local area.
Christmas Shoebox Project
Unicef
Sleep Country Program for
Foster Kids
Santa Paws Program for
Shelter Animals
Salvation Army Adopt A Family
Program
For Veterans during the holidays:
All photos
and by Christina Maharet Hughes,
Graphic Vibe LA
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Congratulations! It looks like your show was a big success. BTW, love your blog banner photo. :)
ReplyDeleteOh, thanks so much, Max! : )
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