We finally get to what all this hard work was for – The Cera Gala Dinner & Show!
The evening started with expert Master of Ceremonies Robert Thomas entering the stage and welcoming everyone. Robert was flown in special from Sydney just for this event!
First on the bill was the internationally acclaimed belly-dancer Jeta Barooshka. She was a big hit with the all-Indian audience. She was to present her spectacular fire act too, but in the end the security of the hotel did not allow any fire whatsoever in the ballroom (which is becoming more & more common these days).
Next up was a grand master Shaolin martial artist. He presentation brought gasps from the crowd and thunderous applause.
Besides Joe Conrad’s magic, one of the other great highlights of the night was the presentation of the Lion Dance. This kind of act is very unique to Asia and the region, which is the reason why it is usually requested to be included in an event of this nature. With over 13 cast members that are involved in the act, it is something that must be seen live to be fully appreciated.
A short break from the entertainment took place now. This was so Cera Sanitaryware could give out some awards to some especially hard-working employees across multiple departments. Congratulations to all of you that worked so hard for this top-notch Indian company.
Illusionist Joe Conrad smiles playfully at the audience while performing one of his tricks.
Paula, one of Illusionist Joe Conrad’s beautiful dancers, just as she disappears in an illusion.
Joe Conrad plunges a one of many swords into his basket illusion, while the dancer is still inside.
From the reaction of the audience, all of our hard work was worth it! Everyone had a great time and enjoyed the show immensely. Which was a big relief to all of us involved in producing it!
COMING UP – PART III: ‘After-Show Pics’
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I am a magician from China. I hope I can do magic shows at big events just like you some day!