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Michelle Levy Spotlights: A Look Back at The CFC Gala: Take 35

  • September 4, 2023
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  • Michelle Levy
The CFC Gala: Gordon Deppe and Sandy Horne of Spoons
Gordon Deppe and Sandy Horne of Spoons
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The Canadian Film Centre (CFC) celebrated 35 years with The CFC Gala: Take 35 presented by Netflix on May 11th. It was a gathering of luminaries and up and coming Canadian talent at Toronto’s Rebel nightclub. The CFC Gala’s theme was the ’80s to honour the decade the CFC was ‘born’—from its fashion to its décor and its music.

The event raised more than $650,000 towards full entrance scholarships for incoming residents to the CFC and towards its suite of programs across film, TV, acting, music and digital – immersive media.

Attendees at The CFC Gala enjoyed a variety of activities throughout the evening, starting with a cocktail reception hosted by Shaftesbury and AMC, which kicked off with a surprise performance battle between dance troupe Mayhem’s Finest and The Collective, a group of local Toronto musicians, featuring vocals by Cleopatra Williams and Chris Rouse.

The CFC Gala: Alan Shane Lewis, Aba Amuquandoh and Andrew Phung
Alan Shane Lewis, Aba Amuquandoh and Andrew Phung

Guests were entertained by host, Alan Shane Lewis and were treated to performances from Slaight Music artist Theo Tams, Juno-nominated roots contemporary artist Shakura S’Aida, and Gordon Deppe and Sandy Horne of the iconic Canadian new-wave band Spoons. Founder, Norman Jewison, who opened the CFC back in 1988 sent in a special message for gala guests.

The CFC Gala: Shakura S’Aida and Maxine Bailey
Shakura S’Aida and CFC Executive Director, Maxine Bailey

The event included onsite activities, including a 360 photo booth and a digital auction filled with exciting packages and experiences. Guest’s continued the evening at Rebel’s Club Noir for CFC’s first-ever after party, CFC After Dark, presented by Eggplant Music & Sound, for an 80s dance party. At CFC After Dark, guests enjoyed a live hip hop performance by The Eggplant Collective, followed by a video dance party with DJ Jade Elektra.

Enjoy Photos from The CFC Gala Red Carpet and More:

The CFC Gala: Amanda Brugel
Amanda Brugel
The CFC Gala: Humberly Gonzalez
Humberly Gonzalez
The CFC Gala: Kat Khan and Araya Mengesha
Kat Khan and Araya Mengesha
The CFC Gala: Owen McCorquodale and Magda Grace
Owen McCorquodale and Magda Grace
The CFC Gala: Miku Martineau
Miku Martineau
The CFC Gala: Wendy Crewson
Wendy Crewson
The CFC Gala: Christina Jennings, The Honourable Neil Lumsden, Maxine bailey
CFC Board Chair, Christina Jennings, The Honourable Neil Lumsden, Ontario’s Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport, CFC Executive Director, Maxine Bailey

Photo Credits: George Pimentel Photography

 
 
 
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Michelle Levy, DIVINE’s Style and Philanthropy Editor, is recognized as a leader and innovator in media relations, strategic philanthropy and event marketing. She is a notable philanthropist and continuously active volunteer. She has served on a multitude of boards, and is a regular contributor to various local and national publications.

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