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Nurses Ball is one of the most sought-after annual events in the history of General Hospital. The ceremony began in 1994 and was established by Lucy Coe as a fundraising event to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS. At the time, General Hospital was the only soap opera to tackle this taboo issue. Since 1994, the annual Nurses Ball has enthralled audiences with its varied, colorful performances by the old and the young. For viewers who would like to take a look back, here are 10 memorable moments from the show.
"I Love It" performance, a rendition of "Brave", and other memorable moments from the Nurses Ball of General Hospital
1. General Hospital Nurses close the show with “Hallelujah”
In 2017, there were many memorable General Hospital Nurses Ball moments, which stayed with the viewers for a long time. After some of the most scintillating and exciting performances, it was time to close the show on a high note. The moment begins with the host calling back on stage the backbone of the General Hospital, the nurses, to close the show with a soulful rendition of “Hallelujah.”
Along with the performance, there is also a very special guest who comes on stage. The performance begins on a strong note, with the choir singing the opening verse of Hallelujah. Then, one of the survivors of HIV comes on screen and gives her testimony on how she is living and fighting against HIV every day, and because of the tremendous research done by the doctors, people can now bear children and live normal lives with HIV. Towards the end, everyone in the audience lights a candle, and the scene is a beautiful moment.
2. “I Love It” performance in 2014 Nurses Ball
The 2014 Nurses Ball of General Hospital was another spectacular and fun-filled show. However, one of the most awaited performances of the ceremony that year was the rendition of Icona Pop’s hit song “I Love It,” which was performed by Maxie Jones, Kiki Jerome, Sam McCall, Molly Lansing-Davis, and Lulu Falconeri.
The performance is entertaining and riveting as the five women tear down a curtain and make a scintillating appearance to perform the popular song. The performance is enjoyed by everyone, and as the audience and the viewers get to take in the performance, the five girls are ready to jump and pump up their act even more. The rendition is done superbly, and it is a high-octane performance.
3. Ned and Emma’s rendition of “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart”
The 2016 Nurses Ball at General Hospital had some wholesome moments apart from the usual fare of performances and tributes. One of the important highlights of the ceremony that year was when Ned and the adorable little girl, Emma, came in to perform Elton John’s famous song, “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart.” Decked up in all 70s attire, Ned and Emma look amazing and ready to give their own version of the song.
Ned begins the song and sits at the piano while Emma gives an adorable performance and her own sweet melody to the playful song. At one point, Emma even climbs upon the piano, and the audience members love every bit of it. It is a sweet and memorable moment as the young girl enjoys herself and makes audience members emotional with her adorable performance.
4. The rendition of “Brave”
During the 2017 Nurses Ball at the General Hospital, the viewers and audiences are in for a treat as Amy, Emma, Kristina, and Valerie decide to give their own rendition of the hit song “Brave” by Sara Bareilles. The performance is electrifying and adorable. The ladies do a commendable job as they highlight the message of the song, which talks about being strong and singing and dancing together.
Emma does a commendable job as she gives her all by singing, dancing, and giving away adorable expressions. The Nurses Ball began to raise awareness about HIV and is a constant reminder of being strong. This rendition by the young women and the song that they chose is a reminder of the message that started the ceremony in the first place.
5. Josslyn’s rendition of “It’s Not Over Yet”
The 2017 Nurses Ball at the General Hospital was full of lively and wholesome performances. One such performance that astounded all the audience members was that of Josslyn Jacks' beautiful cover of “It’s Not Over Yet” by Eve Nelson and Pam Sheyne. The original song has heartrending lyrics, and Jacks does a commendable job of bringing forth the emotion of the song. She takes to the stage and gives a riveting solo performance.
The performance is brilliantly and soulfully sung with dim lighting and slow and melodic singing. As the audience and viewers enjoy the performance, Jacks emphasizes the lyrics of the song, which talk about not giving up and standing up again after a fall.
6. Kiki Jerome’s performance of “Raise Your Glass”
The 2014 Nurses Ball at the General Hospital had lots of fun moments, and one of those was when Kiki took over the stage to give a powerful and evocative rendition of Pink’s hit song, “Raise Your Glass.” The show begins with the host introducing Jerome and her crew of friends to perform a carefully executed rendition of the upbeat song.
The performance is colorful and beautifully synchronized, and Kiki Jerome takes center stage as she sings and dances confidently over the song. The stage is filled with balloons and colorful buntings to highlight the upbeat momentum of the song, and the energy of the performance is so infectious and happy that all the audience members also bob their heads and sing their hearts out. Everyone, including the nurses, enjoyed the performance, and it was one of the most memorable moments of the ceremony.
7. Magic Milo’s performance of “You Shook Me All Night Long”
Magic Milo and The Magic Wands decide to invigorate the audiences by giving an electrifying performance of AC/DC’s hit song, “You Shook Me All Night Long.” The scene begins with the host introducing the bands on stage and talking about how their performance at the Nurses Ball of General Hospital is now a tradition. The performance begins energetically as each member arrives individually on stage.
Full of energy and enthusiasm, the six boys dance to their full might and give a power-packed performance. The boys flex their muscles and physique and even tear their shirts to give a seductive performance. As the audiences are wowed, the performance does not keep the energy down. The boys also get down the stage and interact with the audience.
8. Mike and Sonny’s performance of “Summer Wind”
The 2018 Nurses Ball at the General Hospital also had some emotional performances, and Mike and Sonny’s soulful rendition of “Summer Wind” is one of them. Mike begins the performance by stressing the importance of the event and begins a melodic performance of the song.
Mike’s powerful and sentimental singing and the mellow atmosphere touch the hearts of all the viewers and the audience members. Then, Mike is accompanied by an orchestra, and the song is taken to new heights. But during the performance, Mike forgets the lyrics, and he gets emotional. Sonny decides to join him, and the two complete the song together. The performance is, therefore, one of the most iconic moments of the show. Mike and Sonny share a loving and adorable moment, and as the two get emotional, they also stir up the emotions of the audience.
9. Dillon and Kiki’s performance of “Modern Love”
The 2017 Nurses Ball at the General Hospital had its moments, and one electrifying performance was that of Dillon Quartermaine and Kiki Jerome, who took the stage to perform David Bowie’s song “Modern Love.”
Dillon and Kiki have amazing chemistry on stage, and the two sing and dance to the upbeat song and enjoy themselves. The whole performance is colorful and exciting, and the performance is elevated by the use of the saxophone, which gives it a lively and jazzy feel. Finally, Dillon and Kiki share the stage once again, and this time, they also share a kiss. The whole moment is sweet, romantic, and lovely.
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10. The Opening Number at the 2015 Nurses Ball
At the 2015 Nurses Ball at the General Hospital, there was one of the most iconic performances - the opening number itself. The host comes on stage and welcomes the nurses of the hospital, who will open the night with their electrifying number. The performance begins with all the nurses gathering on stage and singing beautifully and melodically. The nurses introduce the audiences to the 2015 General Hospital Nurses Ball. The touch of opera in their performance is beautiful. Each nurse gives their best, and the performance is the best start to the show. Every nurse gives out a scintillating performance, and the performance is one of the best opening numbers.
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