On the evening of Saturday the 3rd of December the Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce were extremely proud to welcome their members and their guests to their 2011 Gala Ball.

The event was held in the Bracken Court Hotel and
guests were greeted by the wonderful traditional tones of harpist Clare Cague, who played throughout the warming mulled wine reception. The one hundred and forty guests were treated to a superb Gala meal prepared by Head chef Andrew Dillon and his team.

The Master of ceremonies for the evening Zoe Nelson guided the guests through the various events of the Ball with the highlight being a professional session called ‘In the director’s chair’. In this event Aonghus McAnally interviewed Mr Barry Cassin, recalling his
varied and successful career on stage, in theatre and in film media.

There was a standing ovation for Barry as President of the Chamber Joe English presented a bespoke award, hand crafted by local jeweller Mr Tony Murphy. The piece depicted ‘Undermilk Wood’ which was directed by Barry and classed as one of the highlights of his career. The evening drew to a close with 80′s Tribute Band Delorean providing a stunning performance from Freddie Mercury to Men at Work.

The Chamber President closed the festivities by wishing everyone a very Happy Christmas and a successful 2012.