18 Mar Celebrity Impersonator Tracey Bell Brings the House Down at the Diamond Dinner Ladies’ Night in Castlegar, BC
Castlegar, British Columbia knows how to throw a party—and the annual Diamond Dinner Ladies’ Night proved it once again.
The event turned into a high-energy celebration as women aged 20 to 80 filled the room with laughter, dancing, and rock-concert-level excitement during Tracey Bell’s celebrity impersonation show.
Photos of Tracey Bell’s impersonations of Cher, Liza Minnelli, Shania Twain, Tina Turner, Katy Perry, Madonna, and Celine Dion—with enthusiastic audience participants—were beautifully captured by talented sports photographer Jennifer Small, who somehow managed to snap incredible images while surrounded by a very lively crowd.
A Castlegar Audience That Knows How to Party
I had a feeling this show would be special.
Two years earlier, I performed at The Confluence Gala, a Chamber of Commerce fundraiser for the community. The event was such a success that I knew returning to Castlegar would be a treat.
I’m incredibly grateful for the loyal fans I have in the area—especially my friend Jo-Anne Bursey, who sponsored both events and is one of the region’s top realtors.
Still, even with those expectations, I didn’t anticipate just how enthusiastic the audience would be.
Within minutes, women were dancing, cheering, and singing along in front of the stage like it was a live rock concert. The energy was contagious and unforgettable.
Opening the Show with Marilyn Monroe
Every year at the Diamond Dinner, organizers give away a diamond ring, so I decided to open the show with something perfectly fitting.
I appeared as Marilyn Monroe performing “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend.”
Under Marilyn’s iconic pink satin gown were several layered quick-change costumes, allowing me to transform within seconds into some of the world’s most famous performers.
In rapid succession, the audience experienced impersonations of:
- Celine Dion
- Tina Turner
- Shania Twain
- Lady Gaga
- Madonna
- Cher
- and more
Quick-change transformations are always a crowd favourite, and this audience loved every second.
Audience Members Became the Stars of the Show
One of the highlights of the evening was bringing guests onstage to join the fun.
Volunteers enthusiastically:
- Played inflatable guitarsalongside Celine Dion, Shania Twain, and Tina Turner
- Jammed with stuffed saxophones
- Danced with the performers throughout the show
Throughout the night, more people volunteered than I could fit onstage, which meant I had to think quickly to keep everything organized and safe.
Things got especially lively when “Madonna” recruited the Rotary Club waiters as backup dancers, much to the crowd’s delight.
A 20-Year Tradition—and One of the Best Yet
The Diamond Dinner has been a beloved community tradition for more than 20 years, bringing women together for an evening of fun, fundraising, and celebration.
After this year’s performance, organizers told me many attendees said it was the best Diamond Dinner ever.
That’s the kind of compliment every performer treasures.
And the good news?
I’ll be returning in 2026.
Bringing Interactive Celebrity Entertainment to Events Across Canada
From corporate galas to fundraising events and ladies’ nights, my goal is always the same:
Create unforgettable, interactive entertainment where the audience becomes part of the show.
The incredible energy in Castlegar proved once again that when a crowd is ready to have fun, anything can happen.
If you’re planning a:
- Corporate event
- Fundraiser or gala
- Conference entertainment
- Ladies’ night or community celebration
A celebrity impersonation show with audience participation can turn your event into an experience guests will talk about for years.
Planning an event in British Columbia or anywhere in Canada?
Learn more about booking Tracey Bell’s celebrity impersonator show here on traceybell.com.