The Royal Conservatory

Toronto’s glitterati showed up in style for the Royal Conservatory’s signature annual gala, The Royal Occasion. Held at the Royal Ontario Museum, The Royal Occasion 2008 celebrated the musical accomplishments of The Conservatory’s talented students and included a special performance from guest artist, Nelly Furtado. Thanks to presenting sponsor, Telus, and VIP reception sponsor, The St. Thomas (a Minto Boutique Residence), over $330,000 was raised, breaking all previous fundraising goals!

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT: Dr. Peter Simon, (President of The Royal Conservatory), and Nelly Furtado; Melissa Martin and husband Joe Natale, (President of TELUS Business Solutions); David Silcox, (Managing Director, Sotheby’s Canada), and philanthropist Marilyn Thomson; Gordon Kirke, (sports and entertainment lawyer), and Florence Minz, (Chair of The RCM Board of Directors); James Anagnoson, (Dean of The RCM’s Glenn Gould School), and wife Julia Young. Photos by Cliff Spicer / Michelle Levy Productions.