Mama Mia!

It was a fabulous evening when the Negros Occidental Garden Club held its annual Christmas Party cum induction of officers recently at Sugarland Hotel. The theme of the celebration was the hit movie, “Mama Mia”, which everyone loved and enjoyed. Weeks before the event, participants in the song and dance numbers rehearsed like crazy under dance guru, Ofelia Gonzaga, who probably lost a lot of weight pounding the dancers until they perfected their numbers. Members had to scrounge in their bauls for old dresses from the 60s, 70s and 80s.

Finally, it was time. On the night itself, members and guests, dressed to the nines, complete with their blingblings, quickly filled the venue which was soon SRO. Guest of honor was Julie Benedicto of the Bacolod Orchid Society, who delivered a most inspiring message. After the formal induction and speech from the NOGC president, Nena Nolido, it was fun time! The most anticipated musical numbers began with songs from the movie followed by rousing dance numbers: “Dancing Queen”, “I’m So Excited” and “Waterloo”. All the participants gave their all and the audience lapped it up with thundering applause.

The program segued to the singing of Christmas songs while the darkened room was lighted by flickering candles giving the moment a truly Christmassy atmosphere.  Soon the performers took the audience to dance in the middle of the dance floor. By this time everyone was in a dancing mood. Even Tita Julie Benedicto was seen enjoying herself on the dance floor. Wotta night! Kudos to the organizers for a stupendous celebration, indeed!*