The Victorian Masquerade Gilded Ball

05/04/2026

🎭✨ A Happy Gilded Easter ✨🎭

Pray, step softly beneath the shimmer of candlelight and gold…
For this Eastertide, we cast aside the ordinary and don our finest illusions.

Behind velvet masks and gilded lace,
May hearts be light, spirits renewed,
And joy bloom as richly as spring itself.

Let laughter echo through grand halls,
Like whispered secrets behind feathered fans—
And may hope, ever radiant, rise anew this sacred season.

Wishing you an Easter adorned with elegance, mystery, and delight…
Where every moment glimmers like gold,
And every smile is a masquerade of happiness.

🌸🎭 Joyeuse Pâques 🌸🎭

31/03/2026

Some shots of Saturday nights Masquerade Ball at The Hotel Windsor, Melbourne.

Photographer Matthew Wren

31/03/2026

Some photos from Saturday Nights The Victorian Masquerade Gilded Ball at The Hotel Windsor, Melbourne.

Photographer Matthew Wren Photography

28/03/2026

Good morning lovely followers, hope everyone who attended last night's event had a great evening.

Breakfast is available in the Windsor dining room.

Feel free to come to Morning tea from 11am at the Collins Coffee House, 395 Collins Street.

Afternoon is off due to weather.

28/03/2026

Fan Dancer Kate in her element.

27/03/2026

Yes, now it is 24 hours left before the grand masquerade ball of the year at The Hotel Windsor, Melbourne with Essence Theatre Productions.

Final costume adjustments are all a part of the excitement of a great event like this so don't panic, you still have time.

26/03/2026

In 48 hours we will be enjoying a succulent 4 course dining experience including tea coffee and petit fours, wines on arrival and entertainment all night.

A night of mystery under dim lights and candelabras, as we dance the night away in the extravagance of a live ensamble of music at the The Hotel Windsor, Melbourne.

Be sure to come dressed up and of course don't forget your mask.

18/03/2026

Live personalized artwork.

Take home a lasting historical style keepsake to help commemorate your evening by taking advantage of award winning artist Helen Wells’ presence on the night offering artwork by commission.

Helen will be producing original artwork of the garments of her sitters, a ‘Fashion-plate Portrait’ as a way to create an even more memorable experience for guests.

Several size and style options will be available to choose from, and artworks can be of groups or individual keepsakes as a record of the amazing outfit you put together for the 2026 Victorian Gilded Ball.

Fashion-Plate Portrait:
Prices start at $40 so if this opportunity appeals please ensure you bring some cash to the ball however Helen does have a Square payment option.

Helen can also take photos on the night to produce the artwork at a later time if you don’t wish to sit for long or there are not enough slots for the amount of demand etc, These post-ball produced artworks will incur a postage cost also (unless you are able to collect from Ballarat, Vic yourself).

Don’t miss this rare chance to secure a Helen Wells original artwork for your collection.

Below is Helen and some sample sketches of her work

20/09/2025

🎭✨ Tickets are now available for the Masquerade Ball! ✨🎭
Secure your spot today via TryBooking: https://www.trybooking.com/CQLDE

When booking, you can also add some wonderful Sunday experiences —
☕ Morning Tea at Collins Coffee House 10:30am
🌸 Punting on the Lake at the Botanical Gardens from 1pm

- 5 hour extravaganza - Live theatrical play of "The Dress" - Multiple Performances - Four course & open bar Unique to Melbourne & in its...

20/09/2025

✨ Save the Date – The Victorian Gilded Masquerade Ball ✨

We are delighted to announce that the Victorian Gilded Masquerade Ball will be going ahead on Saturday, 28th March 2026, at the iconic Hotel Windsor, Melbourne.

Step into an evening of elegance, mystery, and grandeur as we celebrate in true Victorian style beneath the chandeliers of one of Australia’s most historic hotels.

🎭 Formal attire and masks are essential.
🥂 An unforgettable night of music, dance, and decadence awaits.

📅 Date: Saturday, 28th March 2026
📍 Venue: The Hotel Windsor, Melbourne

👉 A new registration link will be released soon—stay tuned for details!

28/08/2025

✨🎭 Masquerade Ball 2025 🎭✨

Step into a night of elegance, mystery, and unforgettable entertainment at the Hotel Windsor on 20th September.

🌹 Live theatre by Essence Theatre Productions
🎶 Live band & captivating performances
🍽️ Indulgent 4-course dining experience
💃 A night of glamour, masks & celebration

📍 Venue: The Hotel Windsor
📅 Date: 20th September
🎟️ Bookings: [link in bio] or directly at https://www.trybooking.com/CQLDE

✨ Don your finest mask, embrace the magic, and prepare for an extraordinary evening you’ll never forget.