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The "Academy Affair", Men Alive's first annual Gala Fundraiser and Award Show will be held Saturday March 6 at the exclusive Anaheim White House Restaurant, hosted and owned by celebrity restaurateur Bruno Serato.

Academy Affair: Our Black Tie Gala Fundraiser
Saturday Evening March 6
The Anaheim White House, West Wing

On the weekend of the annual movie awards, we have created a one-of-a kind event including lively, interactive Hollywood and Broadway style entertainment that you will have to experience to believe! From Red Carpet interviews to select performances from a few Men Alive "Stars", the presentation of the inaugural Community Bridge Awards, amazing auction items up for bid, and a Five Star three-course meal featuring some of the very best selections from the Anaheim White House's menu...this is an event not to be missed!

Adding his own special flair to the event, the one and only LESLIE JORDAN will be in attendance! Leslie is the 2006 Emmy Award Winner for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series for his delicious portrayal of “Beverley Leslie” on “Will and Grace.” Television audiences will also remember him for his recurring roles on “Ugly Betty,” “Boston Legal,” and “Reba.”

This evening of music, glamour, and excitement will build to a crescendo as the Chorus recognizes distinguished members from our community who personify Men Alive’s mission of "entertaining, educating, bringing healing, joy, community and building bridges to the public at large."

The premier honorees in what will surely prove to be a high note on the spring social calendar include:

• Bruno Serato of the Anaheim White House for his consistent humanitarian work throughout the local community both personally and through “Caterina’s Girls Club”.

• Katherine Darmer of the Orange County Equality Coalition for her role in creating OCEC and her continued legal support as it strives to educate the community about equal rights.

• Barbara Venezia of the Friends of Dorothy Guild for her tireless dedication to increase awareness of the local AIDS epidemic through unique concept fundraisers and parties.

• John Alexander of the Pacific Chorale for his commitment to excellence in the performing arts and for sharing Men Alive’s goal of making beautiful music.

Academy Affair kicks off with a VIP Reception beginning at 5:30 pm on the Anaheim White House Restaurant Balcony with exclusive access to award honorees, the board and artistic staff of the Chorus, and an intimate performance by Men Alive’s own ensemble “Bel Canto”. Attendees will enjoy Champagne and appetizers as they mix and mingle and take away their very own VIP Swag Bag!

General admission to Academy Affair starts at 6:30 pm and everyone is invited to dress in black tie or styled as their favorite celebrity. All proceeds go toward funding Men Alive’s amazing full-staged concerts and for sponsorships designed to assist Chorus members of Men Alive, now celebrating its ninth season of song.