The Venue Zone Blog

As the temperatures outside begin to cool in Sydney, the atmosphere heats up and the city buzzes in anticipation of an action packed Autumn.

Major events are aplenty at this time of year and one such drawcard is the BMW Sydney Carnival. Come and experience the thrill of world-class horse racing, stunning fashion and fantastic entertainment. Book your accommodation at a conference centre in Sydney to make the most of this exciting week-long event.

With an impressive 15 Group One races, Sydney Carnival is a stand out racing event and, entertainment both on and off the track is sure to keep revellers at all three of the major days, busy well into the night.

The BMW Sydney Carnival is a combination of  what was historically Sydney’s Autumn Racing Carnival and Golden Slipper Festivals and was created as a result of a partnership between all the big players, so don’t miss this spectacular carnival or the opportunity to revel in the wonderful outdoors before the chill of the Winter months set in.

Be quick to secure your place at a conveniently located conference venue in Sydney.

When: Saturday 21 April to Saturday 28 April 2012

Where: Rosehill Gardens and Royal Randwick Rosehill, NSW 2142

Things always get quite busy at Brisbane conference centres when there is a production of this calibre in town, so join the musical enthusiasts for this delightful classic.

The much loved theatre production ‘Annie’ is thirty-five years old this year, and doesn’t she look fab for early middle age. While there is a definite leaning toward modern and more spectacular productions these days, there is still so much fun to be had with something as traditional and nostalgic as this wonderful tale, in fact, the charm of Annie is that it relies on good old-fashioned showbiz to make it pop.

Even more reason to experience this particular season of Annie is the sensational line-up of talent.  The iconic Anthony Warlow is an absolute powerhouse in the theatre. He received critical acclaim in the last Aussie tour of the production in the role of Daddy Warbucks and will reprise this central character in the return season. It is clear that treading the boards is where Todd McKenney really belongs, even though he has spent considerable time adjudicating on Dancing with the Stars in recent years. Who could forget him in The Boy From Oz – he was almost as good at being Peter Allen as the man himself.  It should be a real treat seeing him perform opposite the much loved stage veteran Nancye Hayes. Also appearing, will be the long-serving and very talented Chloe Dallimore’s who’s wonderful ability to be funny will be essential in keeping Annie relevant and amusing to a modern audience. The producers have gone the extra mile and also cast 30 local kids in this production so chances are, if you believe in the rules of six degrees of separation, you too will know someone in the cast of Annie.

‘Annie’ opens in Brisbane at the Lyric Theatre QPAC on April 7, so contact any of the conference venues in Brisbane, book accommodation and then prepare to immerse yourself in this timeless classic.

SEASON: April 7 to May 6, Lyric Theatre, QPAC

COST: $75.90-$127.90

Book Your Berth Now for  – “ 1912 The Event “

Adelaide conference centres are filling up fast as this global celebration attracts visitors from afar to  the city’s sensational celebration of this historic moment in time.

Imagine a portal back in time as TITANIC prepares to leave Southampton, England.  Experience the excitement – the splendour – the emotion, as you transcend time and set sail on the glorious “Ship of Dreams”…………..

Commemorate the centenary of Titanic’s fated maiden voyage, with an amazing recreation of Southampton Wharf and Titanic’s Grand Dining Room – a process  that will take 4 days and the expertise of esteemed National and International Display Artists.

Celebrate the festivities by either dining in the grandeur of First and Second Class or joining the Steerage Passengers in a hearty feast. Expect lots of special effects as temperatures are altered, lighting affected and sounds heard that will give you goose bumps.

You will also be participating in the Guinness World Records attempt at the World’s Largest Balloon Drop which, will no doubt ratchet the energy level up yet another notch.  Be sure to be a part of this historic event that benefits both the National Breast Cancer Foundation and Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia.

After such a adrenaline pumping evening, it is nice to know that there will be a comfortable room and warm bed awaiting you at a conference centre in Adelaide.

Where: Adelaide Convention Centre

Date: April 14th 2012.

This is a cultural event not to be missed, so make the most of it and book into a Sydney conference centre for the night.

The Tragedy of Macbeth (commonly called Macbeth) is a favourite among the works of William Shakespeare and is beautifully handled by the Bell Shakespeare company.  It is believed to have been written sometime between 1603 and 1607 and yet in many ways, is still as relevant as ever in its comments on the corrupting effect of ambition.

Macbeth – strong ,brave and patriotic – comes across three witches who predict he is soon to become King.  He distrusts this prophecy but his wife becomes utterly seduced by it……..

Bell Shakespeare’s Associate Artistic Director, Peter Evans, directs Dan Spielman in the title role and Kate Mulvany who plays his erotically charged wife, Lady Macbeth.

This version of Macbeth reveals what the lure of power can do to a marriage, as well as the devastation it can wreak on a nation.

• Venue:   Sydney Opera House
• When:    Friday 30^th March – Saturday 12^th May, 2012 (excluding Mondays)
• Time:     7.30pm plus Saturday Matinee performances at 2.00pm.

You are sure to enjoy the comfort of a conference centre in Sydney after an evening spent encountering tyranny, guilt and treachery  on the mores of Scotland.