Location: InterContinental London Park Lane, London

Photographer: James Mason

An Evening Spreading A smile

Held at InterContinental London Park Lane, this charity gala brought together hundreds of guests for an inspiring evening dedicated to raising vital funds for seriously ill children and teenagers. Designed with impact and efficiency in mind, the production balanced elegant simplicity with emotionally powerful moments, ensuring the focus remained firmly on the cause itself.

Thoughtfully managed lighting, video content and live performances, including the charity’s own choir made up of patients and family members, created an atmosphere that felt both uplifting and deeply moving. Combined with high-energy fundraising and a packed ballroom of supporters, the evening successfully raised hundreds of thousands of pounds while delivering a celebration filled with warmth, generosity and purpose.

Event venue decorated with round tables, centerpieces, and a stage with large screens displaying the logo 'Spread a Smile.'
Display of small toys, including a blue animal figure and a pink pig figure, on a tiered platform inside a clear acrylic case with decorative plants and rocks. The background is blurred with some blue and white lights.
Close-up of two hands with red nail polish holding hands, with temporary tattoos on the wrists that say "STRENGTH AND SMILE" and feature a blue mouse and a red girl. A makeup brush with colorful paint is also visible.
Young woman with long red hair speaking into a microphone at a podium, wearing a black t-shirt with colorful text and graphics.
Two women standing at a podium with a microphone on a stage at an event with a large backdrop. The backdrop has a logo and the slogan 'Spread a Smile' along with colorful illustrations of smiling figures. One woman is wearing a blue dress, and the ot
Event space with round tables set with glassware, plates, and napkins, a stage with large screens displaying 'Spread a Smile' in the background, and colorful lighting.
Group of people at a party or gathering, smiling and enjoying drinks near a bar with alcoholic beverages, glasses, and drinks with garnishes on the table.
A close-up of a table setting with a white paper with red and blue text that reads 'Thank you for your support,' a clear plastic cup with a colorful plant inside, a glass of water, and some small cards or flyers. The items are placed on a table with
A formal event with many people sitting at round tables, some clapping, with flowers and food on the tables. There is a large screen displaying "SpredaSmileUK" with social media icons, and the room is decorated with purple and blue lighting.
A man with a beard and styled dark hair raising his hand, engaging with an audience at a formal event. He is wearing a black blazer and white T-shirt. Several other people are seated at tables, and there are waitstaff serving food in the background.
Nighttime view of a multi-story hotel with illuminated ground floor entrance, arched windows, and balconies, with trees partially covering the building.
A man in a dark suit and white shirt speaking into a microphone at a press conference or public event.