This is the inspiring story of love and honour against all odds and centres around the life of Zack Mayo who is left to be raised by his drunken philandering soldier father after his mother commits suicide. However, this dysfunctional dad treats him more like a drinking mate than a son and after college graduation, Zack chooses to follow in his father’s footsteps and pursue a career through Navy Flight School.

The story chronicles Zack’s time in basic training –  friends, battles, mistakes, his inability to fully commit to  a girlfriend, Paula and the father figure he finds in Sgt. Foley. At the heart of An Officer and a Gentleman is a boys-becoming-men theme as well as that of father-son relationships and of course true love.

As a big budget musical, AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN The Musical brings a bold new vision to the classic movie by adding show stopping solos, passionate duets, and dramatic scenes.

Don’t forget, accommodation is always available at a Sydney conference centre, so why not make an real occasion of it.

When:

May  17, Thur, 08:00 PM

May  18, Fri, 07:00 PM

May  19, Sat, 02:00 PM, 08:00 PM

May  20, Sun, 03:00 PM

May  22, Tue, 08:00 PM

May  23, Wed01:00 PM, 08:00 PM

May  24,Thu, 08:00 PM

May  25, Fri, 08:00 PM

Where:

Sydney Lyric, The Star

Level G, Harbourside

80 Pyrmont Street

Pyrmont NSW 2009

Over the past 8 years, more than three million people across five continents have had the pleasure of witnessing exhilarating performances by this company. They have been met with standing ovations and five-star reviews throughout their last 4 world tours.

Breathtaking high-speed throws, sensational leaps, and awe-inspiring acrobatics are coupled with graceful displays of sublime ice dancing – a truly adrenaline-rich performance that will both delight and mesmerise audiences.  With a cast consisting of 25 World, European and National Championship skaters as well as lavish costumes and fantastical new sets, this promises to be a feast for the senses of which even Tchaikovsky would be astounded.

Get the ball rolling today, call a Sydney conference venue to secure your accommodation and then book your tickets for the event of 2012.

When: 6 June 2012 – 10 June 2012

Time: 7.30

Where: Capitol Theatre, 13 Campbell Street, Haymarket

Treat your mum to an afternoon of culture and visit  Australia’s most famous annual art exhibition, now on at the Art Gallery of NSW –  The Archibald Prize, 2012

See this year’s winning self-portrait by Tim Storrier alongside 40 finalist works, including portraits of Australian identities such as David Gulpilil, John Wood, Father Bob Maguire, Boy and Bear and Missy Higgins.

Cast your vote and have your say in the People’s Choice Award.

WHEN: ends Sunday 3rd June

Have a laugh with Mum – Mother’s Day is on Sunday, the 13th May but you don’t have to wait till the day, get in early and take her out the night before to the Sydney Comedy Festival:

WHEN: ends 12th May

Enjoy some fitness with your Mum in the Mother’s Day Classic. For more than a decade, the Mother’s Day Classic fun run and walk has provided communities with a great way to celebrate Mother’s Day with the added bonus of raising funds for breast cancer research. Get involved by registering to walk or run in the Sydney ‘MDC’ and get those endorphins firing.

WHEN: 13^th May

If you would like to treat mum to something a little extra, why not check out the comfortable accommodation at Sydney conference venues and make a weekend of it.

Rottnest, or Rotto if you prefer the colloquial name, features some of the world’s finest beaches as well as an abundance of unique plant and animal life.  It is the home of the famous kangaroo-like marsupial known as the quokka.

As a car-free zone, Rottnest offers a very relaxed feel and its 63 sheltered beaches mean that the island is refreshingly uncrowded. Why not hire a bike and find those secluded beaches and secret surf spots over the other side of the island.

There’s a bus service and guided tours that allow you to explore the early colonial buildings and lighthouse, providing you with an insight into the island’s crucial role in World War I and II. The Rottnest Museum will further reveal the history of this beautiful island.

Scenic flights, a family fun park, tennis, lawn bowls and golf will make for great memories and if you are inclined toward the more active pursuits, have a go at kayaking, diving, surfing, boogie boarding or fishing.

Rottnest Island has a la carte restaurants, a hotel, a general store, a cafe and take-away outlets. Why not grab a snack from Rotto’s famous bakery and head to the beach, kick back and soak up the scenery .

Be sure to end your stay watching a glorious sunset over a glass of red at Hotel Rottnest which boasts one of the best beach-side views in the world.

Contact a Perth conference venue for more details on this unforgettable destination.

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

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

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.

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.

Perth conference centres are familiar with the various wine regions that will be represented at the festival and would, no doubt, encourage you to sample the unique range of wines from the Swan Valley, Southwest and Beyond. The Wine Tasting Tent will open from 10am and runs until 5pm.

There will be no shortage of live entertainment with a host of live bands and street performers.  The finale band Darren Reid and the Soul City Groove will take us out in style from 3.30pm.

Food gurus and celebrity chefs will be cooking up a storm with sensational gourmet delights as well as hosting Master Classes for all at the Cooks Corner from 12pm – 4pm.

The ever popular Children’s Zone, featuring the bouncy castle and face painting, will be open from 11am-4pm and don’t miss the special guest appearances by your favourite kids characters…

35 Arts and Crafts stalls showcasing their unique and boutique wares will be offering an enticing selection of goods for sale throughout the day, so be sure to pay them a visit between 9am and 5pm.

What better way to celebrate the glorious Autumn weather than with a day at the Toast to the Coast – Food & Wine Festival but remember what day it is and don’t be caught out with an April Fool’s Day joke.

In the mean time, contact a Perth Conference centre and ask for information on the various wine regions and the produce you will be sampling.

Where : Ocean Falls Boulevard, Mindarie Marina

When  : Sunday, April 1st, 2012

DARLING HARBOUR HOOPLA!

Looking for some fun activities over the Easter break?  Then look no further because it’s time for the Darling Harbour Hoopla!

Australia’s annual circus, sideshow and street theatre festival will be celebrated with all its fabulous artistic flair this Easter long weekend, 6—9 April.

See impressive large-scale acrobatics, intimate comedy, fire-breathing buskers and brilliant roving performers.  Test your own circus skills with juggling, plate spinning and stilt walking – you never know, maybe you’ll discover some hidden talent.

So Roll Up Roll Up! and enjoy the magic of Hoopla by Sydney Harbour!

Location – Darling Harbour

11am – 10pm, Fri 6 Apr – Sun 8 Apr

11am – 6pm, Mon 9 Apr

SYDNEY ROYAL EASTER SHOW

The Sydney Royal Easter Show is Australia’s largest annual event, attracting close to 900,000 people.  It celebrates the wonderful diversity of Australia, from our rich bush heritage to the pace and vitality of city life. Sydney’s Olympic Park is the perfect venue for this action packed event which allows visitors to sample a slice of Australian life in the heart of Sydney.

See everything from international rodeo and woodchop and polo competitions, to carnival rides and games. Fireworks, street parades and live entertainment, arts and crafts and around 400 unique retail outlets, round it out nicely. Of course, the day wouldn’t be complete without indulging in some fabulous food from over 160 food outlets offering a taste of Australia’s finest as well as a wide range of international cuisine. The Show has something for everyone.

Family  A$107.00 (Early bird tickets $101 2 adults + 2 children)

Child    A$23.50 (Early bird tickets $21.80. Children three years and under are free.)

Concession      A$27.50 (Early bird tickets $25.50.)

Adult    A$36.00 (Early bird tickets $33.40)

Location: Sydney =,Olympic Park

Thursday 5 April to Wednesday 18 April 2012

So, contact a Sydney conference centre for your accommodation needs and prepare for a memorable Easter in sensational Sydney.