SPDP Charity Dinner in Miri - 27 Mar 2010

The Sarawak Progressive Democratic Party (SPDP) held a charity dinner in Imperial Hotel, Miri on 27 March 2010. This event was hosted by Deputy Minister of International Trade & Industry, Y.B. Dato' Jacob Sagan and Chairlady, Datin Winnie Sagan. The posh ballroom was well decorated and had a full house attendance, close to 1000 pax. The main VVIP addressing the key note for the event was none other than Y.B. Datuk Sri William Mawan, president of SPDP, who is also an ardent Elvis fan himself.

Getting ready in the guest room.

Posing with the entourage of local tribal group at the entrance.

Y.B Datuk Jacob Sagan with guests.

Opening ceremony on stage with a traditional tribal song.

My first segment started with 'Sway', followed by other evergreen favourites.

The VVIP table in the packed ballroom.

A special presentation by the local tribal group.

My second segment with my usual signature Elvis hits.

I've always thought that East Malaysia has a wide Elvis fanbase, as majority of the population is English-speaking. I was right indeed...the multi-racial audience of rich diversed ethnicity cheered aloud to my songs.

The evening ended with another guest artiste from Kuala Lumpur - Betty Banafe of Spa Q TV series fame. She rendered a few songs, including an Arabic number, much to the delight of the crowd.

Me with Y.B. Datuk Sri Willaim Mawan.

Photo session with numerous tables after my Elvis segment.

A beautiful duet with the lovely Betty Banafe - "Unforgettable".

The closing ceremony on stage with the committee members and VIPs, marking the end of the successful charity dinner.

With controversial fashion designer of exquisite taste, Aaron Von Jolly.

With the talented recording artiste from Kuching, Shal Sagan.

With the emcee for the evening, a local DJ with RTM Sarawak.

All smiles with Datin Winnie & Y.B Datuk Jacob Sagan.

A big thank you to Datin Winnie for engaging me again this year as the main entertainer. My wife, Natalie, & I enjoyed our stay in Miri. I look forward to more performances in the future.