HALLOWEEN BALL

THE FLIKKERS HALLOWEEN BALL. Even the name says it all.

Originally conceived as a Drag Ball, the Flikkers Halloween Ball has become much more than a simple excuse for gay men and women to dress up and party.

The Ball is without doubt the premier gay social event in Ireland, having become something of an institution in its six year history.

This year the Flikkers Halloween Ball will take place on the Bank Holiday Sunday (30th October) at the Irish Film Institute, 6 Eustace Street, Dublin 2 (off Dame Street). Ball-goers are promised at least seven hours of wonderful fantasy and drag, outrageous behaviour and superb dance music.

We have lined up one of Dublin's best D.J.'s, Tommy Cooper, (currently residing and disc-jockeying in London). He will be flying in with Angelo Andreucetti (also ex-Dublin) who has lined up some early, early morning musical surprises.

For Ball contestants there will be a top prize of £100 with various smaller cash and consolation prizes donated by a number of businesses including The George and Incognito Sauna. There will be a special prize this year for the most original fantasy costume.

The Diceman, Bill Keating (RTE) and Mr. Pussy have agreed to judge the fancy dress contest.

Breakfast will be available in the early morning and there will be a wine-bar in operation. Decor-wise, it's a big surprise!

The George Bar, Sth. Gt. 'George's Street, will be hosting a special Pre-Ball Reception for contestants between 8-9pm on the night. A wonderful opportunity to have a pint and giggle over your friend's costume.

A WORD OF WARNING. Last year 460 people attended the Ball and half that number were dressed up. Contestants ha.d to register which led to inevitable queues. This year numbers are strictly limited and we anticipate having to turn away people. Our advice to Ball-goers is: Buy your ticket in advance and come early. To facilitate this tickets are on sale in the following Dublin venues -Abbey Discs and Beat Records, Abbey Mall: Incognito Sauna, 1-2 Bow Lane; and by post from P.O. Box 931, Dublin 4. Tickets for this night of debauchery are priced £5. The proceeds of the night will go towards the National Gay Federation and its affiliated groups.

Postal booking please enclose a stamped, self-addressed envelope. Further enquiries and reservations may be made by telephoning (01)732693 [2-5pm. weekdays].

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