News: Entertainment
Inaugural ‘value study’ reveals Melbourne & Olympic Parks precinct contribution to Victorian economy
An inaugural ‘Precinct-wide Social and Economic Value Study’ has revealed Melbourne & Olympic Parks precinct delivers widespread value to Victorian economy and community. The...
May 19, 2024
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Vivid Sydney announces transformational Tekno Train Experience by Paul Mac
In an Australian first, Vivid Sydney has revealed Tekno Train by Paul Mac, a one-of-a-kind event that will transform a Sydney Trains service into a moving, sensory sound and...
May 19, 2024
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Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre announces Executive Manager of Sales appointment
The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) has today the appointment of Anna Case as Executive Manager of Sales. Case brings more than 25 years’ experience in...
May 19, 2024
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BASSINTHEGRASS returns today with thousands expected to attend
The Northern Territory’s largest music festival, BASSINTHEGRASS returns today – marking its 21st year - with ticket sales already up on this time last year. Currently, more than...
May 17, 2024
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MAC Global partnership to bring new theatrical experiences to the Middle East
Prestige Chameleon International (PCI) has announced a partnership with United Arab Emirates-based concert promoter MAC Global to bring new live event experiences to the Middle...
May 17, 2024
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Townsville City Council commits to its entertainment and sporting events
Townsville City Council is committed to building the region into a sustainable destination that actively participates in the arts, sports and events Events and projects to...
May 16, 2024
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Horizon Power partnership program boosts regional events and organisations
Horizon Power, a Government Trading Enterprise which generates, distributes and retails electricity to more than 48,000 connections in regional and remote Western Australia, has...
May 16, 2024
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Expressions of Interest invited for partner to transform Penrith Stadium
Following the release in January of its draft plans for Penrith Stadium, the NSW Government has today opened Expressions of Interest for a partner to help transform Penrith...
May 15, 2024
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RWS Global acquires Great Big Events and launches RWS Global Sports and Sydney base
RWS Global, the world’s largest producer of live entertainment, has acquired Great Big Events (GBE), a leading global sports event production company with credits including over...
May 15, 2024
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Live Performance Australia welcomes Federal budget funding while continuing to push for theatre tax incentives
While Live Performance Australia has welcomed the Federal Government’s budget commitment to the Australian live arts and entertainment industry and their training bodies, LPA...
May 15, 2024
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Redevelopment planned for Launceston’s Princess Theatre
The City of Launceston has advised it anticipated lodging a Development Application for a major redevelopment of the Princess Theatre and Earl Arts Centre Complex before the end...
May 14, 2024
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RWS Global announces acquisition of Great Big Events
Live events leader RWS Global has today announced the acquisition of Australian-founded Great Big Events (GBE), a leading event production company known for its work on the...
May 14, 2024
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VenuesWest offers Naming Rights for Perth’s HBF Arena and HBF Stadium
Western Australian facilities agency VenuesWest is inviting expressions of interest for the naming rights for the HBF Arena in Joondalup and the HBF Stadium in Mount Claremont,...
May 13, 2024
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Funding to ensure delivery of Victorian regional sporting, cultural and entertainment events
The Victorian Government’s $38 million Regional Events Fund aims to ensure more regional communities across the state can attract, stage and deliver sporting, cultural and...
May 13, 2024
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Australian Performing Arts Market to be held in Western Australia in 2026, 2028 and 2030
Creative Australia has announced that the next three editions of the Australian Performing Arts Market (APAM) will be held in Western Australia. Supported by the Western...
May 13, 2024
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Legends names new Chief Executive
US-based sport and entertainment experiences brand Legends, currently in the process of acquiring ASM Global, has unveiled Dan Levy as its new Chief Executive. Levy’s...
May 13, 2024
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Redevelopment commences on St Kilda's performance venue Theatre Works
With support of $1.1 million from the Victorian Government, redevelopment has commenced on St Kilda’s performance venue Theatre Works enabling it to be enjoyed by audiences for...
May 12, 2024
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Vietnam's Danang summer festival includes high octane performance by Australia’s H20 Events company
Danang, the vibrant seafront city which attracts millions of visitors to Vietnam’s central coast, is preparing for a sensational summer with an adrenaline-fueled Jetski &...
May 12, 2024
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Northern Territory Major Events Company secures international awards for Parrtjima light festival
Northern Territory Major Events Company (NTMEC) has received international accolades at the most coveted and recognised competition in the world of events, the Eventex Awards...
May 11, 2024
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PAC Australia opens nominations for its Impact Awards
PAC Australia has opened nominations for its 2024 Impact Awards which celebrate excellence in performing arts leadership, new thinking and best practice, with a focus on lasting...
May 10, 2024
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TEG Live stages Australia’s ‘biggest beach party ever’
With 30,000 fans having attended Fisher’s inaugural Out 2 Lunch Festival at the Gold Coast’s Coolangatta Beach on 4th May, promoter TEG Live claims that the event has made...
May 10, 2024
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Association of Artist Managers calls for major international tours to feature local artists as support acts
Australia’s live music industry, including trade associations and major organisations, has backed an initiative that will require international touring artists to include a...
May 10, 2024
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$37 million budget allocation to attract blockbuster events to Western Australia
The Western Australian Government is allocating $36.6 million from the 2024/25 State Budget to bolster the state's reputation as an events destination. Announcing the funding,...
May 10, 2024
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VMA reveals new Board Members
The Venue Management Association (VMA) has announced the results of its 2024 Board Election to fill five vacant Active Board positions and one Allied Board position. The result...
May 9, 2024
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