News: Entertainment
Ticketmaster expands Asian operations in Taiwan and Singapore
Ticketmaster has today announced it will be expanding its Asian operations through the acquisition of Tixcraft in Taiwan and launching Ticketmaster Singapore - increasing its...
Feb 12, 2020
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TodayTix acquisition advances plan to create ‘global ticketing platform’
As part of its plans to establish a “global ticketing platform”, theatre ticketing business TodayTix has acquired rival firm Encore. Under the agreement, both companies are to...
Feb 10, 2020
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Adelaide Fringe celebrates its 60th year with Kangaroo Island event and new documentary
The Adelaide Fringe begins its 60th year with new offerings, including comedians performing in Garden of Unearthly Delights on Kangaroo Island and the release of a new...
Feb 10, 2020
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West HQ launches ‘More’ Campaign
West HQ, Sydney’s newest destination for entertainment, fitness, lifestyle, and accommodation in the Greater Western Sydney region, has today launched its One Destination with...
Feb 9, 2020
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Ticketmaster Australia selects 10 local artists predicted for success in 2020
Ticketmaster Australia has handpicked the 10 local artists predicted to make a significant impact on the live scene in 2020. The New for 2020 list is a celebration of...
Feb 7, 2020
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New Council magazine focuses on Cairns’ arts and cultural scene
Cairns Regional Council has launched a free publication to help residents and visitors learn about live music, theatre and the arts. Hitting the streets this week , Vibrance...
Feb 6, 2020
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Araluen Arts Centre launches 2020 program of events and exhibitions
The Northern Territory Department of Tourism, Sport and Culture’s Araluen Arts Centre has officially launched its Season 2020 program which aims to inspire and entertain....
Feb 6, 2020
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Live music ban lifted for selected NSW venues
Selected NSW pubs and clubs have had outdated live entertainment conditions removed to allow them to play live music for the first time in years, while other venues can now...
Feb 6, 2020
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Former Sports Minister named chair of Western Australia’s Combat Sports Commission
Former Government Minister and senior police officer Bob Kucera has been announced as the new Chairperson of the state’s Combat Sports Commission - the authority responsible for...
Feb 5, 2020
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Ferrari World Abu Dhabi to launch new experiences and family zone
Set to mark 10 years of operations this year, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is be revitalised with new attractions, including a family-friendly zone, as well as zip line and roof walk...
Feb 5, 2020
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Live Nation partners with Mirvac to deliver new immersive experience in Sydney
For an Australian first, one of the world’s largest entertainment companies, Live Nation will deliver its successful and popular ‘Happy Place’ experience when it opens in...
Feb 5, 2020
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AVPartners announce new Partner and Associate at Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre
Steve Rowe and Ben Hamblin have been promoted to Partner and Associate respectively at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. AVPartners and the Perth Convention and...
Feb 4, 2020
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Coca-Cola Arena hosts sell-out concerts at conclusion of Dubai Festival
Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena hosted two concerts in 24 hours as part of the closing celebrations of the 25th Dubai Shopping Festival with performances across two nights from regional...
Feb 2, 2020
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Adelaide adds vibrancy to its streets with creative lighting
New creative lighting in Adelaide’s Moonta Street, at the core of Chinatown, is aimed to enhance and stimulate retail and shopfront investment. The South Australian Government...
Jan 30, 2020
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Fremantle makes case to protect its music venues
The City of Fremantle has suggested ways in which the proposed laws to protect music and entertainment venues from noise complaints might be improved and adapted to suit the...
Jan 30, 2020
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Mt Smart Stadium set to become New Zealand’s biggest drive-in cinema
Auckland’s Mt Smart Stadium is set to become New Zealand’s biggest drive-in cinema for a special screening of the Queen biopic, Bohemian Rhapsody - just nine days before Queen +...
Jan 30, 2020
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Dubai Global Village recognised among the top four most visited entertainment destinations in the world
Dubai Global Village, the Arabian Gulf’s first family destination for culture, shopping and entertainment, is among the world’s top entertainment destinations for average daily...
Jan 30, 2020
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Sydney Opera House concert hall to close for two-year refurbishment program
Tomorrow night’s performance by the singer Solange at the Sydney Opera House’s concert hall will be the last event that the venue hosts for two years, with work set to commence...
Jan 30, 2020
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Developer Miral considers further Yas Island attractions
Abu Dhabi-based developer Miral is considering further developments on the nation’s Yas Island, looking beyond the current development of the first SeaWorld Entertainment...
Jan 28, 2020
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15 new attractions to look forward to in Asia in 2020
With Asia on track to be the world's largest theme park and tourism market, a range of new attractions are set to open this year, ranging from all new museums, theme parks and...
Jan 25, 2020
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Coronavirus sees cancellation of major events and closure of attractions in China
As the Wuhan Coronavirus (known for now as 2019-nCoV) continues to spread across China and beyond, major events have been cancelled and attractions closed. This comes in a week...
Jan 23, 2020
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Battlefield Sports marks two decades of innovation
The end of last year saw laser tag equipment manufacturer Battlefield Sports mark 20 years of operations. Having supplied to customers in 56 countries during its two decades in...
Jan 23, 2020
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Nambour CBD designated a special entertainment precinct and exempt from amplified music noise requirements
Sunshine Coast Council has designated Nambour CBD as a special entertainment precinct making it exempt from the amplified music noise requirements of the Queensland Government’s...
Jan 23, 2020
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Sydney Showground enhances event sales and marketing experience with new virtual reality tool
The Sydney Showground has introduced a new interactive 360-degree virtual reality (VR) tour which to bring its precinct and customer experience to life. Launched at the...
Jan 23, 2020
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