Film enthusiasts and other members of Hartford's Oscar Night Committee gathered in their pajamas at Real Art Ways in Hartford on Tuesday morning to watch as nominations for the 84th Academy Awards were announced.
The party is a precursor to the main event on Sunday, Feb. 26, when Real Art Ways will be the home of Oscar Night Hartford in collaboration with the Connecticut AIDS Resource Coalition. The excitement and glamour of Hollywood will come to Hartford for the evening where local residents can experience the glamour and surprises of the 84th Academy Awards!
Special features will include an exclusive VIP Reception at 6 p.m., swag bags, red carpet interviews, "Most Glamorous" prizes, silent auction, private cinema, large screens throughout and delicious cuisine provided by Carbone's Ristorante, DISH Restaurant Group, East-West Grille, The G Stream, Grants Restaurant & Bar, Max Restaurant Group, Miya's Sushi, Peppercorns Grill, Pond House Cafe, and Salute Restaurant.
Tickets are $55 or two for $100 GA or $100 for VIP (6-7 p.m. reception). Tickets are now on sale - click on the banner below or visit http://www.ctaidscoalition.org or http://www.realartways.org/ . . . or you can call (860) 761-6699.
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