Meet
the Team
Evelina Girling
Co-Founder and CEO
Evelina Girling is the Co – Founder and CEO of The London Cabaret Club, the ultimate social and fine dining experience that exploded onto the London scene in November 2013. Originally launching the concept as a pop-up within the Arts Club, followed by sell-out residencies at One Mayfair and The Collection in South Kensington, before having a permanent home within The Bloomsbury Ballroom. Australian born Evelina moved to London initially to work in Management Consultancy and Finance, before moving to New York in 1993 where she continued her studies at Parsons Design School. Whilst living in New York, Evelina became a Broadway and theatre enthusiast and took her first dance class. When Evelina returned to London she continued to follow her passion for dance through classes and events. Evelina launched The London Cabaret Club with her business partner and Artistic Director, Doni Fierro, after noticing a gap in the market for a unique type of luxury entertainment. To mark its 5th year The London Cabaret Club have launched the new show The Queen of Roses. In addition to The London Cabaret Club, Evelina is a strong advocate for various charitable organisations including The Royal Academy of Arts School, The Bafta Scholarship for new and upcoming filmmakers/ artists, The Naked Heart Foundation and The Rainbow Centre.
Doni Fierro
Co-Founder and Artistic Director
Doni co-founded The London Cabaret Club in November 2013 with his business partner, Evelina Girling after noticing a gap in the market for a unique type of luxury entertainment on the London social scene which would entail a combination of excellent theatre style entertainment combined with a high end dining experience. Doni has since choreographed and produced The Exquisite, Best of British Pop, London Never Dies, and A Christmas Cabaret. To celebrate its fifth anniversary, The London Cabaret Club launches their 5th show, The Queen of Roses. Venezuelan born, Doni Fierro, has been dancing professionally since the age of fifteen. He has performed at The Royal Opera House in Covent Garden and was the first Venezuelan to ever dance at the most famous and historical cabaret, ‘Moulin Rouge’ in Paris. Doni was a member of ‘The Latin Jazz Dancers’ who performed in North, Central and Latin America, and won first place in the World Salsa Congress in 1997. He moved to London in 2004 when he founded his thriving dance studio – The Doni Dance Company. He also teaches at Danceworks studio in Mayfair, one of the major dancing schools in London. Doni is involved with two Venezuelan children’s charities, Chamos and Veniños. He is also a producer for the Venezuelan Embassy’s dance productions.
Bogdan Starzec
Head of Operations
With over 20 years experience at management level I am a skilled hospitality professional, adept at leading businesses to commercial success and teams to deliver outstanding guest experiences.
I thrive on working in a fast paced business and have a proven track record of delivering significant top and bottom line growth through financial planning, cost management and control, budget development, and the implementation of enhanced service standards and delivery.
As a Head of Operations, I lead my teams by example and encourage and support them in achieving financial, operational and personal goals.
Eric Ienco
Head of Sales, PR Marketing and Social Media
Moving from Australia in 1998 I worked for HNWI, VIP’s and Celebrities as a butler & house manager, soon realising I had a natural flair for events. Having previously worked at Amba Hotels & BAFTA, I have a (not so) little black book of contacts, whilst understanding the important of discretion for high profile clients.
As Head of Sales for The London Cabaret Club and The Bloomsbury Ballroom, I inspire our sales and events team to provide high quality,
expertly executed events from corporate meetings and conferences, gala dinners and charity auctions, private parties and product launches plus the best cabaret experience in the UK.
Constatin Pruteanu
Food and Beverage Manager
Passionate about the Hospitality industry with over 16 years of experience in Fine Dining Restaurants, Events and Luxury Hotels, always leading my team to exceed the guest’s expectations.
Anthony Bassey
Box Office and Reservations Manager
My journey within the ticketing, hospitality and events industry began almost 20 years ago. I have worked with various companies over the years and have built a career based on a passion for the industry, hard work and determination which allowed me to eventually build and own a successful business. After selling in 2018 and working as a contractor for various companies in the interim, I then had the opportunity to join Bloomsbury Ballroom and The London Cabaret Club as Box Office Manager. I have experience within facilitating ticket sales within corporate and tourist markets and have a passion for delivering an unforgettable experience and first class customer service.




