PORT TOWNSEND — After taking a break last year, the Port Townsend Film Institute, presenter of the Port Townsend Film Festival, is bringing back its Oscar Gala, complete with a Hollywood look-alike contest and dinner.
It will be held at the Northwest Maritime Center next Sunday, Feb. 24.
Jonathan Browning, a filmmaker and comedian who has taken part in Port Townsend’s September film festival, will host the gala this year.
Pre-show party
“I have been blessed to attend many amazing film festivals around the world, and the PTFF will always hold a special place in my heart,” Browning said.
The Oscar Gala is a fundraiser for the Port Townsend Film Festival.
Tickets are $45 in advance via 360-379-1333.
If still available, tickets will be $50 at the door, but patrons are advised that the Oscar Gala has sold out in the past.
The 85th annual Academy Awards will be broadcast on big screens starting at 5:30 p.m. after a lavish pre-show party at the Maritime Center, 431 Water St.
Festivities will start at 3:30 p.m. with music by Rex Reed and his trio, the pouring of Champagne, appetizers from local chefs and a silent auction of gifts and excursions.
A buffet dinner will be laid out 30 minutes before the Oscar ceremonies begin.
Then, during commercial breaks for the show, Browning will announce the winners of various prize-drawings and of the Hollywood look-alike competition.
Wine will be available all evening from a no-host bar.
To find out more, stop by the Port Townsend Film Institute office at 211 Taylor St. or visit www.PTFilmFest.com.
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Features Editor Diane Urbani de la Paz can be reached at 360-452-2345, ext. 5062, or at diane.urbani@peninsuladailynews.com.
