Bucharest’s Viennese Ball marks its fifth anniversary this year, taking place on February 27.
The ball, which is organized by JW Marriott, traditionally takes place at the Parliament Palace and is a fundraiser in aid of United Way Romania projects.
It positions itself as an exclusive event for the cream of the crop of Romanian social circles, with over 1,100 guests participating, including high-ranking politicians and economic and business leaders from Austria, Romania and other countries.
Attendees must comply with the dress code: ladies must wear floor-length evening gown, with trousers or short dresses not permitted, while gentlemen must show up in long tails, black tie or uniform.
The cost of a ticket is RON 900.For the full program of the event, see http://business-review.ro/city/ Alles waltzen!
Schedule
– 18:30 Welcome Cocktail Reception
– 20:00 Gala Dinner
– 22:30 Defilee of 80 Debutants
– 24:00 Midnight Show & Quadrille
– 03:30 Last Waltz
– Performance: Operetta Show, Ballet from the Bucharest State Opera, Canzonettas
– Music: Schonbrunner Schlossorchester with 30 musicians, HB Show band and guest stars from Romania
– Dancing: Viennese Waltz, Polka, Gallop, Quadrille, Polka Mazurka & Modern Ballroom
– Food: Cocktail reception, Gala Dinner with Austrian white and red wines and international open bar included
Otilia Haraga