World's top impressionists gather in Hollywood as 13th Annual THE REEL AWARDS kicks off Oscar week.

The famed Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel will serve as host to the 13th annual THE REEL AWARDS on February 24,2004, bringing together the World's top impressionists and tribute acts. Interview opportunities are currently available.

Hollywood, CA (PRWEB) January 22, 2004 -- The famed Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, site of the first Academy Awards ceremonies in 1929, returns to host the 13th annual THE REEL AWARDS featuring the Worlds top impersonators and celebrity look-alikes" in a memorable evening of music, comedy and dance. This one-of-a-kind tribute and awards show will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2004 with the trip down the red carpet beginning at 6:00 P.M.

Conceived in 1989 by pioneers in the industry of celebrity impersonators, Janna Joos of International Celebrity Images and Alana Joos of Entertainment Express, THE REEL AWARDS recognizes the talents and achievements of outstanding individuals or groups who perform in the field of impersonation in a unique awards show production. THE REEL AWARDS is the nation's largest gathering of performers from the multi-million dollar a year celebrity impersonation and look-alike" industry.

THE REEL AWARDS is our industry's salute to the hard work and talent necessary to succeed as a tribute artist," says Janna Joos, founder and Producer of the long running event. The skill of the performers is truly amazing and audiences quickly forget they are watching a tribute artist." Adds co-founder and Director of this years production Alana Joos, If you didn't get a ticket to the Oscars then this event is for you. Where else can you find two Madonnas and the Pope being interviewed by Joan Rivers while Bogie sips a cocktail with Cher at the bar?"

THE REEL AWARDS is open to the public to enjoy photo-ops" with their favorite celebrities", hear live musical numbers in the lobby of the historic Roosevelt Hotel and see live performances from some of the best impersonators in the world. Following the ceremonies, THE REEL AWARDS presents a high-energy talent showcase for the up and coming impressionist stars of tomorrow.

For further information on THE REEL AWARDS, including ticket prices and history of the event, please go to www.thereelawards.com or call (818) 780-4433. All media inquiries and interview requests may be directed to Todd Fraser of The Fraser Group at (310) 278-2630.
                    
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