The Venue Zone Blog

Perth Conference centres would like to warmly endorse this wonderfully insightful play that convincingly tests and reaffirms our faith in the human spirit.  Supported by The City of Perth as part of ANZAC week and proudly presented by the State Library of WA, Agelink presents the critically acclaimed play DEAR HEART.

Agelink Theatre Inc production is, this year, celebrating 20 years of creating theatre from oral histories, that both entertain the public and affirm the value of our seniors. This delightful play by Jenny Davis, is a poignant story of love, hope and courage.

Featuring live music from WWII this beautiful, true love story is based on Jenny’s aunt’s WWII letters to her young husband, a prisoner of war in Java. DEAR HEART is a tribute to the endurance of the young men behind barbed wire as well as those who waited at home for news.  The play has been published as a novel by Allen & Unwin and captivated young and older generations alike throughout Australia and the UK.

Don’t miss the mix of noble dignity and unfaltering optimism that so many displayed throughout this dark period of history. Conference centres in Perth would encourage you to book early as only three concert style performances are planned.  Running from Friday 19 April to Tuesday 23 April 2013 at the State Library of WA in the Perth Cultural Centre.

Adelaide conference centres are once again gearing up for Australia’s largest arts festival, The Adelaide Fringe.   Attracting close to 2 million people, Adelaide Fringe is an annual open-access arts festival run over four weeks in Adelaide, during February and March.

Artists from across the country and around the globe meld with home-grown talent, in art forms spanning cabaret, comedy, circus, dance, film, theatre, puppetry, music, visual art and design. The result is one of the most diverse melting pots for artistic pursuits in the world.  With the inimitable Paul McDermott at the helm this year as our 2013 Fringe ambassador, be prepared for an extra helping of fresh ideas, spontaneity and fun.

The festival literally takes over the entire city with 900+ events staged in parks, warehouses, pop up venues, lane-ways and empty buildings in addition to the established venues such as theatres, hotels, cafes, town halls and art galleries..

A noteworthy point of difference between Adelaide Fringe and other similar festivals in the world are the many Fringe produced and/or supported special free events, which continue for the 4 week duration.  These events add to the carnival atmosphere that engulfs the entire city and are not to be missed.

Conference centres in Adelaide urge you to make the most of the balmy South Australian weather that is forecast and soak up the sensory sensation that is the Adelaide Fringe. The Opening Night Parade, themed “Inside Out” will be held on Friday 15 February 2013 – Be there.

www.adelaidefringe.com.au

Be sure to get along to Opel Moonlight Cinema, fiercely contested as Australia’s favourite open air cinema.  Brisbane conference centres can confirm the glorious balmy Summer evenings make this event one of the city’s most popular.  Screening a broad range of advance previews, contemporary, cult and classic movies, there is indeed something for everyone.  The lush green lawns of the New Farm Park at Brisbane Powerhouse make the ideal setting to sit back with a few drinks and nibblies and wile away the evening.

Whether you choose an old favourites such as Top Gun or one of the popular latest releases such as Wreck it Ralph, you will understand the confident claim of conference centres in Brisbane when they boast  that the Opel Moonlight Cinema is the best in the land.

DATE: 13 Dec 2012 – 24 Feb 2013
VENUE: Moonlight Cinema
New Farm Park
Brisbane Powerhouse
NEW FARM QLD 4005
W: www.moonlight.com.au/brisbane

If you are needing a little inspiration when it comes to planning your Christmas menu, then conference centres in Sydney suggest that you get along to Bites after Work: Christmas Recipe Swap.

Take along your favourite Christmas recipe and swap it for something new and fresh – be it a recipe for prawns, pork, puddings or pavlovas – all are welcome.  Each family group has their own unique culinary preferences for this special day, but sometimes these get a little tired, so add some pizzaz this year with a new taste sensation.

This popular event is the brain child of the City of Sydney and this year features special guest and MasterChef Australia Series 2 favourite Alvin Quah. The very charismatic Alvin will step us through his favourite dishes and share some of his ideas for a stress free Christmas feast (and we know he can handle stress after watching him on Masterchef). Why not take the opportunity to also browse the Library’s cookbook collection and put together a magical Christmas meal for your family.

Sydney conference centres are in the know about all manner of activities across the city this Christmas, so call in for a brochure or some friendly advice from the well informed staff.

Bites after Work: Christmas Recipe Swap is free but bookings are essential so call 9242 8555

When: Tuesday 11 December

Time: 6pm–7pm

Where: Customs House Library

Yes, it is that time of year again and excitement at the pending Christmas celebrations is building.  Conference centres in Adelaide suggest you kick off your holiday festivities in style with a visit to the Lord Mayor’s Gala Concert to be held on December the 4th.  This concert is the final presentation of The Lord Mayor’s Gala Concert Series for 2012 and promises to be one to remember.

Held throughout the year in one of SA’s grandest venues, the Adelaide Town Hall, this popular event offers a variety of musical entertainment.  Of course the December presentation has the added attraction of hearing those famous Christmas carols that take us back to many wonderful Christmas’ past.  For the young and young at heart, our favourite man in the red suit, Santa Claus, will be making a special appearance. So make a date with your children or grand-children and come along to welcome in our favourite season of the year.

Adelaide conference venues would like to remind you that entry is free for Adelaide City Council residents. Be sure to get your tickets soon so as not to miss out!

Suitable for all ages, duration is 2 hours including a 20 minute interval.

Date: Tuesday 4 December

Time: 12:30pm to 2:30pm

Where:  128 King William Street Adelaide 5000

Website: http://bass.net.au/events/the-lord-mayors-christmas-gala-concert.aspx

Conference venues in Adelaide recommend getting out and about this month with a beautiful scenic drive through undulating hills to the historic German township of Hahndorf. What better place to celebrate Oktoberfest, the annual celebration of beer which originated in Munich, Germany in the 1800’s.

Octoberfest  is one of  the most famous events in Germany and is considered the world’s largest fair with more than 6 million people from around the world travelling to Munich each year to attend the event. Celebrated across the world, Octoberfest shows no sign of losing its potency.

Join the merry makers in a breakfast, lunch or dinner at The Hahndorf Inn and make sure you order the official Hofbrauhaus Oktoberfest bier to quench your thirst. Their big breakfasts (think bratwurst, porterhouse steak on sourdough and french toast with bacon) are something to behold.

Contact an Adelaide conference centre and they will enlighten you on the delights of this quaint little historic town that produces authenic German fare and thrives on its celebration of all things German – especially during Octoberfest

Starts 02 October @ 12:00PM

Ends 31 October @ 11:45PM

Live Music:
Peter the Accordianist every day from 12pm
Live Music from Hahndorf Inn Town Band Sunday and Monday

Opening Times:
Breakfast daily 8:30am to 10:30am
Lunch served from 11am
Open Late

Conference centres in Sydney are proud of their city, especially the beautiful and widely recognised harbour. July and August sees ‘Harbourside’ as the primary focus with many fun events and activities.

Located on the waters edge of Darling Harbour it is only a short walk from the CBD and has magnificent views of the city’s skyline. Offering unique dining, shopping and leisure opportunities, Harbourside captures the hospitality, warmth and cultural diversity of Australia.

Soak up the ambience whilst listening to live music and enjoying a delicious meal with friends.  If you’re keen for a truly grand night, come down to the harbour on a Friday or Saturday night and be entertained by live performers at the Harbourside Ampitheatre.  Saturday nights over the months of July and August hold their own special magic with spectacular firework from 8.30pm.

Book your accommodation at a Sydney conference venue and fight the Winter blues by taking advantage of this fabulous free entertainment which is guaranteed to warm the spirits.

Showcasing bold and innovative contemporary art from around the world, the Biennale of Sydney is Australia’s largest contemporary visual arts event. Sydney conference centres always look forward to this biennial event and welcome the opportunity to host many international guests.

The exhibition is free and presented over 12 weeks, beginning 27 June and concluding on16 September 2012.  It is held in the heart of Sydney at leading contemporary art spaces and on world heritage-listed Cockatoo Island.  In addition to the exhibition, the Biennale presents artist talks, fabulous performances, guided tours, forums, family days and various other free events.

Participating venues are connected by a spectacular art walk on Sydney’s Harbour. Beginning at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, you can enjoy a stroll through the picturesque Royal Botanic Gardens arriving at bustling Circular Quay and the newly redeveloped Museum of Contemporary Art. From here, you can continue on to historic Pier 2/3 then catch the Biennale Free Ferry which will transport you across Sydney Harbour to Cockatoo Island, a world heritage-listed, former shipyard and prison.

The 18th Biennale of Sydney: all our relations (27 June – 16 September 2012) is based on a dynamic new exhibition model and its vision is to bring together international artists to explore new ideas.  By providing this collaborative framework, organisers hope to encourage the creation of insightful multi-cultural  artworks.

Don’t miss the opportunity to rub shoulders with such a concentration of international creative talent,  book your accommodation today at one of the conference centres in Sydney and be inspired by a fresh new look at our world.

It’s time – The 16th Annual ‘Twilight at Taronga’ series kicks off this weekend!  There simply is no better way to spend a perfect Sydney summer evening.

Expect to be entertained with performances by the cream of international and local bands, and of course, the vocal backing of the zoo’s own residents -  International visitors often comment  to host conference centres in Sydney that Aussie originality is 2nd to none when it comes to entertainment, taking home delightful memories of their stay.

Set against the beautiful backdrop of Sydney Harbour, the Summer of 2012 is sure to be a season to remember. The concert series includes:

• Twilight at Taronga with All Star Salute to Queen – Music – 02-03 Mar
• Twilight at Taronga with Diesel – Music – Fri 09 Mar
• Twilight at Taronga with Celebration of Michael Jackson – Music – Sat 10 Mar
• Twilight at Taronga with Rock Around the Clock-50′s Night – Music – Sat 17 Mar
• Twilight at Taronga with Richard Clapton – Music – Sat 24 Mar
• Twilight at Taronga with James Morrison – Music – Sat 31 Mar

Place: Taronga Zoo

Address: Bradleys Head Rd, Mosman 2088

Price: $56.50 to $83.50

Dates: 02-03 Mar, Fri 09 Mar, Sat 10 Mar, Sat 17 Mar, Sat 24 Mar, Sat 31 Mar

Time: Fri-Sat 7pm

Call a Sydney Conference Centre to cater for your accommodation requirements.

What’s not to love about Adelaide at Fringe time.  From  late February through to mid March, Adelaide is the jewel in the crown of Australian capital cities where entertainment is concerned.  Conference centres in Adelaide are right in the thick of it as the city swells with the throng of revel makers looking to party. Artists from around Australia and across the globe entertain with all manner of art forms spanning cabaret, comedy, circus, dance, film, theatre, puppetry, music, visual art and design.

Adelaide Fringe literally takes over the city with 800 events staged in fittingly creative venues.  Everything from  parks, warehouses, lane-ways and empty buildings to the more  conventional spaces  such as theatres, hotels, art galleries, cafes and town halls are required to house such unique talent.

With over 100,000 tickets sold already for the performances of 3000 plus artists, 2012 is looking to be the biggest and boldest yet.  Certainly worth making a call to Adelaide conference centres in the hope that there might be ‘ room in the Inn’ for a few more celebration seekers.