On Wednesday, June 7th, 220 guests of the Yoko Luna supper club were in on open secret — LEGEND — an evening by The Beauties and the Beasts Foundation, with DJ YO-C, filled with captivating narratives, awe-inspiring artistry, and most importantly, a cause worth fighting for.

Kim Bruneau (on the right) | © Mario Leblanc

An event dedicated to raising funds for admirable animal welfare organizations, it was also an opportunity to immerse oneself in magic and marvel, all while making a difference in the world.

Franky Dee | © Mario Leblanc

Drag queen hostess Franky Dee revealed LEGEND to be captivating tale of Kimeco, a young woman whose courage and wonder lead her to a mystical snake.

Anna Protsiou as the Snake | © Mario Leblanc

With a single act of compassion, she set the serpent free, thereby releasing six magical beings from the animal realm.

Félix Antoine as the Cloud Walker | © Mario Leblanc

Over time, she discovered her unique ability to communicate with animals and uses this gift to unite diverse souls to protect endangered species.

Scarlett James as the Bird of Paradise | © Mario Leblanc

Her heartwarming journey was unveiled throughout the evening, enchanting attendees and creating an immersive experience.

Victoria Fils-Aimé as the Flamingo | © Mario Leblanc

The artistic vision for the event was orchestrated by Québec’s leading choreographer, Steve Bolton. His magic touch added an electrifying vibrance to the evening. The narrative came to life with dance, movement, and stunning visuals that captured the essence of the tale.

Scarlett James as the Bird of Paradise | © Mario Leblanc

Talented painter RIO and celebrated designer Stéphanie Bélanger transformed one of Yoko Luna’s dining halls into an interactive carnival game room. Guests tested their skills and won trendy branded merchandise throughout the event. The playful energy, combined with the stunning artistry, only amplified the immersive, fantastical feel of the evening.

© Alex Uriel Lag

In sum, LEGEND was not just a themed event, but an epic journey of compassion and camaraderie, set against a backdrop of artistic expression.

Maggie Chan as Kimeco | © Mario Leblanc

It was a call to humans of Montreal to come together for an evening that celebrated unity, empathy, and the commitment to protect and respect all life from earth to sky.

Maggie Chan as Kimeco | © Mario Leblanc

About The Beauties and the Beasts behind the Legend

Founded by philanthropist Kim Bruneau, the mission of The Beauties and the Beasts Foundation is simply to help as many animal welfare organizations as possible through various charitable activities. Throughout the year they organize original events, like Cavallo and Legend, in collaboration with different partners to raise funds for selected animal welfare organizations, such as Rescue All Dogs, Centre Refuge Nymous, Galahad Refuge, New Day Dog Rescue and Passion Compassion Veterinary Hospital. In a distant future, they would like to open a sanctuary for domestic, wild and farm animals in Boucherville.

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Painting by RIO | © Mario Leblanc

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