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Brentford (Syon House) to host a spectacular Russian Ball in June

The Russian/London community will be holding a a dazzling event on SATURDAY, 18 June 2005 at Syon House, in West Brentford and the write up in this week's Russian newsletter makes attractive reading.It follows the very very successful Russian Winter Festival held in Trafalqar Square last month which attracted a packed audience, a wide range of choirs,singers and a floodlite ambiance.Brentfordians will be both flattered and startled that such events can take place locally...perhaps without them even ever knowing about it. For example did you know that Tony Benn spoke in Isleworth the other week?So: hot news..here goes.."THE ANNUAL RUSSIAN BALL CIRCUS COMING TO LONDON TOWN! SYON HOUSERussian Ball in Syon House on Saturday, 18 June 2005 will be sponsored by 2003 Gold Medal Winner FLAGSHIP the Premium Russian vodka. With more than 600 guests, world-famous Circus performers, jugglers, russian childrens choir, British song premier,live evening entertainment the Russian Ball will become the biggest and the most spectacular event in the Russian social calendar.A HEART FOR RUSSIA in association with NORTH CROWN FOUNDATION proudly present the biggest ever Russian Ball in the UK at Syon House On Saturday 18th June, A Heart for Russia will hold its annual Grand Ball in the grounds of Syon House. The event promises to be one of the most dazzling events of the summer. Guests have the opportunity to attend a VIP reception with representatives from Russia and the UK, followed by an evening of music, dancing, special performances and celebration. The theme of this year’s ball has been specially chosen to highlight the work of a very well known Russian entertainer - YURY NIKULIN. Nikulin is Russia’s most famous clown, a man that everyone knows and loved greatly for the contribution he made to the circus in Russia, finally becoming the Director of the State Circus. He is also remembered for his great generosity, for Nikulin gave much to support Russia’s children, founding the charitable organisation Moscow Peace Fund. We are proud to announce that children from Nikulin’s School will perform their skills for guests at the 2005 A Heart for Russia Grand Ball. In addition, the Ball will be the location for the premier presentation of the completed song composed by Chris Beck of Valentine Vagabonds - ‘Don’t Pass Me By’. A choir of children from Russia and the UK will perform with Chris, and CDs of the song will be on sale during the evening. The Valentine Vagabonds will provide our musical entertainment for the evening. Those of you who came to the 2004 Ball will vouch for the fact that their Rock ‘n’ Roll really keeps the party swinging! The evening will also include an exclusive auction, a silent auction including works of art from Russia, games and table magicians, spot prizes and mini-competitions and a very special surprise event, plus dancing till the early hours. Tickets: 0207 637 1515or http://www.russianlondon.com/shop/ticketsIndividual Gold Tickets:  £175.00 per person*Champagne reception with canapés, four-course dinner and dance, live entertainmentPlatinum Table for 10 people:  £2, 500 per table of 10*As above, plus table gifts for each guest, VIP complementary photograph to commemorate the evening and fine winesDiamond Table for 10 people: £3, 000 per table of 10*VIP Champagne Reception, VIP table gifts for each guest, VIP table position, seating plan and branding, VIP complementary photograph to commemorate the evening, fine wines and cheeses* Ticket prices include a voluntary donation of £50 per person over and above the actual cost of the event.  Total donation will be used to support children in Russia""Wouldn't it be wonderful to make up a table for ten?

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