Q: How many people will be attending the
International Ball?
A: We are expecting over 250 people.
Q: Is this an Asian Event?
A: This is an Asian event with a Bollywood theme that will also appeal to non-Asians as well because Asian culture and food has widespread appeal.
Q: What kind of people will be attending?
A: Young professionals that like to party and celebrate in
style! There will be people from different backgrounds mainly
in the 25-45 age range.
Q: What’s the format for the evening?
A: The evening kicks off at 7.00pm with a
drinks reception, during which you can mix and mingle, while enjoying a range of delicious canapés as a first course. After this you
will be seated from 8.30pm according to the pre-arranged table plan for three more courses followed by coffee. In between courses we have lots of entertainment lined up and after dinner you still have a few more
hours to mix, mingle and dance the night away until 2.00am!
Q: What kind of food will there be?
A: In keeping with the Bollywood theme the food will be mainly
Indian & Asian inspired dishes. The substantial canapés will be
served from 7.30 pm onwards so you won't have to wait for food! There will
be another pre-plated starter at your table, with the main course served in
large bowls (karai stands) so that you can help yourself to whatever you
want without moving from your seat. Dessert and coffee will be served from a separate stand so you have
time to digest the first three courses before attacking these at your leisure! This also
gives you longer to dance.
Q: What entertainment do you have lined up?
A: We have some live musicians as well as dancers all the way from Mumbai
(Bombay) the home of Bollywood. We also have a dance teacher who will be
demonstrating some Bollywood moves for you to try out for yourself! As an after dinner
speaker we have Reg Athwal, our own unique mix of Anthony Robbins and Deepak Chopra.
Our highly experienced DJs will be playing a mix of music with plenty of Bollywood and Bhangra to keep everyone happy
and the dance floor packed!
Q: How is the seating arranged?
A: In tables of 10 and a few of 12. If your group is smaller than this you will be put with others. If you want to sit with others that have booked separately then please email your request to seating@kismetuk.com quoting names and all the booking numbers at least 48 hours before the event.
Q: Have you organised these kind of events before?
A: Yes, we have organised numerous Black Tie Balls at 5* and 4* deluxe
venues in London and internationally as well! The International Ball has been
running for 2 years and our annual Diwali Ball event has proved extremely popular with the Asian community.
Q: How strict is the dress code?
A: It is a black tie event but if you don’t have a formal
dinner suit, a smart suit and tie is acceptable or you can of course dress
in Asian costume in keeping with the glamorous and glitzy Bollywood style.
Q: Will it be formal and stuffy?
A: Absolutely not! It is an opportunity to really let your
hair down and have some fun!
Q: What kind of music will there be?
A: We have classical live musicians for the drinks reception and
during dinner. After dinner the DJ takes over, playing your
favourite dance tracks from all over the world while you dance the
night away. There will also be plenty of Bollywood numbers as well as Bhangra, R&B etc!
Q: Is it for couples or single people only?
A: Not at all! Most people book in groups of
friends, including couples and singles.
Q: Can I attend on my own?
A: Some people have booked on their own and we will
introduce these people to others and put them together so that they can
quickly make friends.
Q: Can I get my ticket at the door?
A: Tickets are in advance ONLY and there will be NO ticket
sales at the door.
Q: When is the latest that I can book?
A: We will continue to sell tickets as long as these are
available, subject to time and other organisational constraints.
With an event such as this we need to provide the hotel and caterers with numbers in advance so you should book
your tickets now if you are interested in attending. Even if we do have tickets available there will be an extra charge for very
late bookings!
Q: Who is Kismet UK membership for and how do I join?
A: Kismet UK membership is open to anyone interested in Asian community and culture and entitles you to discounted tickets to events. We plan to organise a wide range of events to facilitate social & professional networking and to provide lots of opportunities for you to have a great time! Joining is easy and just requires you to register by filling in a short online membership form and then confirm your email address by clicking on the link in the confirmation email.
Q: What is the difference between VIP and
Standard tickets?
A: Standard tickets are £60 for members, £65 non-members, VIP tickets are £75 members and £85 non-members. VIP ticket holders benefit from a professional mounted photo worth £10, double
the amount of complimentary wine and soft drinks with dinner and the best seats in
the house from which to enjoy the extensive entertainment line-up.
Together with priority check-in, this adds up to much more than the
£15 difference in price.
Q: Is there a hotel package?
A: Yes, we have a hotel package with details available on request.
Q: Why are tickets so expensive?
A: The Grand Ballroom of the Radisson SAS Portman is a sumptuous, 4* star
deluxe, central London venue. Our caterers are the best in the business and quality costs! A meal with drinks at a classy restaurant followed by a
night of clubbing until 2.00am can easily cost the best part of £100,
therefore we are offering excellent value at the price!
Q: Can I get a discount?
A: If you are booking a full table of ten, call us and we will work out a deal for you. The sooner you do this the more likely it is that we can offer you something worthwhile.
Q: How can I get free tickets?
A: By recommending all your friends to us! We have given away dozens of tickets worth thousands of pounds! Those people that recommend the highest number of
new people win tickets but we also have a random prize draw with one entry for each
person that you recommend. Either way, the more people you recommend the better your
chance of attending for free! People who make large bookings also qualify for complimentary
tickets.
Q: How can I book tickets?
A: Just call the bookings hotline on 0871 271 4080 or
book online here
