VANCOUVER, Nov. 29 /CNW/ - Women in Film & Video Vancouver and Wired Woman Society are extremely pleased to announce that locally based Canadian actress Amanda Tapping (Stargate SG-1) will host the upcoming 2003 Spotlight Awards Gala(TM).
Entering its 5th successful year, the event is a gala evening celebrating the achievements of Canadian women in entertainment, media and technology. The awards presentation, to be held Saturday March 1st, 2003 at the Hyatt Regency Vancouver, is accompanied by a sumptuous dinner, popular silent auction, live entertainment and after-party.
Amanda Tapping is a prolific and talented actress who has graced the big screen, small screen and theatrical stage. Currently she can be seen in the Gemini award nominated role of Samantha Carter on the locally shot hit series Stargate SG-1. Following their successful first season, Ms. Tapping worked closely with the writers and producers to develop her role beyond the typical
parameters of a tough female character. As a female actress, it was important to her that the characters on screen reflect the varied roles and strength women must display in their own lives, a goal in sync with the purpose of the Spotlight Awards Gala(TM). She has also recently wrapped production on the feature film Getting a Life, the directorial debut of Rob Reiner's daughter,
Tracy Reiner.
She is a dedicated community volunteer, assisting such organizations as the Cancer Society, The Multiple Sclerosis Society and the Lovin' Spoonful, and most recently has been named the Spokesperson for UNICEF British Columbia. Ms. Tapping's commitment to the community and her personal endeavours to strengthen the role of women in the film industry, make her the perfect host for the 5th annual Spotlight Awards Gala(TM).
The Spotlight Awards Gala(TM), jointly presented by Women in Film and Video Vancouver and Wired Woman Society, is a unique event attended annually by over 500 professionals to celebrate the achievements of Canadian women in the converging fields of entertainment, media and technology. It is represented by a modified "Shiva" unifying strength and creativity. The Shiva balances symbols of communication and is neither completely god nor goddess but must act with feminine energy to fire the spark of creativity.
For more information on the Spotlight Awards Gala, visit
http://www.wiredwoman.com/sag2003
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Entering its 5th successful year, the event is a gala evening celebrating the achievements of Canadian women in entertainment, media and technology. The awards presentation, to be held Saturday March 1st, 2003 at the Hyatt Regency Vancouver, is accompanied by a sumptuous dinner, popular silent auction, live entertainment and after-party.
Amanda Tapping is a prolific and talented actress who has graced the big screen, small screen and theatrical stage. Currently she can be seen in the Gemini award nominated role of Samantha Carter on the locally shot hit series Stargate SG-1. Following their successful first season, Ms. Tapping worked closely with the writers and producers to develop her role beyond the typical
parameters of a tough female character. As a female actress, it was important to her that the characters on screen reflect the varied roles and strength women must display in their own lives, a goal in sync with the purpose of the Spotlight Awards Gala(TM). She has also recently wrapped production on the feature film Getting a Life, the directorial debut of Rob Reiner's daughter,
Tracy Reiner.
She is a dedicated community volunteer, assisting such organizations as the Cancer Society, The Multiple Sclerosis Society and the Lovin' Spoonful, and most recently has been named the Spokesperson for UNICEF British Columbia. Ms. Tapping's commitment to the community and her personal endeavours to strengthen the role of women in the film industry, make her the perfect host for the 5th annual Spotlight Awards Gala(TM).
The Spotlight Awards Gala(TM), jointly presented by Women in Film and Video Vancouver and Wired Woman Society, is a unique event attended annually by over 500 professionals to celebrate the achievements of Canadian women in the converging fields of entertainment, media and technology. It is represented by a modified "Shiva" unifying strength and creativity. The Shiva balances symbols of communication and is neither completely god nor goddess but must act with feminine energy to fire the spark of creativity.
For more information on the Spotlight Awards Gala, visit
http://www.wiredwoman.com/sag2003
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