May
18
2010
From the Mosman Daily – 17 MAY 10 @ 10:02AM BY BOEL ERIKSSON
CHARITIES are taking advantage of the hype surrounding the must-see Hollywood movie Sex and the City 2 by setting up fundraisers at Cremorne’s Hayden Orpheum Cinema.
The movie is the sequel to the successful 2008 film Sex and the City, which was based on the TV series of the same name.
Several charities are hoping the hundreds of ladies expected to flood the cinema in the first week of June, when the chick-flick is released in Australia, will choose their cause when buying a ticket.
Young Love Foundation, a non-profit organisation offering mentors for young people, will hold an event at the cinema on June 7.
Money raised will go towards Bump, a mentoring program for mums aged under 23.
“The movie is about friendship and friends supporting each other which ties in well with what we are trying to achieve with our mentoring program,” director and Mosman resident Vicki Condon said.
The $35 ticket includes champagne and chocolates. Champagne will flow from 7pm, and the movie premieres at 8.15pm (purchase tickets by May 31 at www.stickytickets.com.au/3479).
Tour de Cure organisers are holding their screening on the premiere day, June 2.
The United Future Foundation is hoping to raise money for its school project in Uganda. It will host the screening on June 3.
Tickets are $30, with $10 to the foundation, and guests will get a glass of champagne at Hotel Cremorne before the 9pm movie (visit uff.org.au or email annabelle@uff.org.au).
Apr
24
2010
ex and the City has never sounded better.
If the trailers for the SATC sequel weren’t enough to drive us bonkers with anticipation for the movie to open next month, wait till you hear the soundtrack.
I’ve got the exclusive details on the movie’s soundtrack playlist. It is full of music superstars and even a handful of original tunes. First up…
Alicia Keys performs a cover of Blondie’s 1980s classic “Rapture.” And it’s not just any cover, it’s a mash-up with the iconic Sex and the City theme song that’s played during the movie’s opening theme.
I’ve heard a snippet and lemme tell ya, it works. “Rapture” and the SATC theme go together like a frosty cosmo and a pair of Manolo Blahniks. It just feels and sounds so right.
Soundtrack label WaterTower Music honcho Jason Linn tells me über-producer Salaam Remi had Keys in mind when he created the mix. “We’re so fortunate to have her,” Linn said. “She’s the perfect voice to introduce the…music of Sex and the City 2.”
Next up is the return of Jennifer Hudson. Nope, the Oscar winner is not reprising her role as Carrie Bradshaw’s assistant, but she is back in song. She and Brit songbird Leona Lewis duet on an original ballad written for the movie called “Love Is Your Color.”
Again, we’ve heard a snippet—it’s friggin’ good!
Even the stars of the movie are on the soundtrack with Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Kristen Davis and Cynthia Nixon performing the Helen Reddy karaoke favorite, “I Am Woman.” As you may have already heard, Liza Minnelli covers Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies” as well as a new rendition of Cole Porter’s “Ev’ry Time We Say Goodbye.”
The soundtrack, which also has new music from Dido and Cee Lo, will be released on May 25, just two days before SATC hits theaters.
Sex and the City has never sounded better. Especially for charities and not for profit organisations that are using SATC2 as fundraiser events for their organisations.
If the trailers for the SATC sequel weren’t enough to drive us bonkers with anticipation for the movie to open next month, wait till you hear the soundtrack. Alicia Keys performs a cover of Blondie’s 1980s classic “Rapture.” And it’s not just any cover, it’s a mash-up with the iconic Sex and the City theme song that’s played during the movie’s opening theme.
Even the stars of the movie are on the soundtrack with Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Kristen Davis and Cynthia Nixon performing the Helen Reddy karaoke favorite, “I Am Woman.” As you may have already heard, Liza Minnelli covers Beyoncé’s “Single Ladies” as well as a new rendition of Cole Porter’s “Ev’ry Time We Say Goodbye.”
The soundtrack, which also has new music from Dido and Cee Lo, will be released on May 25, just two days before SATC hits theaters.
If you are looking for a Sex & the City event in Sydney, have a look at the following.
| Date | Event | Suburb |
| Wed, 02 Jun, 10 | Sex & The City 2 – Girls Night In | Newcastle |
| Thu, 03 Jun, 10 | genXwomen Sex and the City 2 Private Screening | Newcastle |
| Thu, 03 Jun, 10 | Sex in the City 2, St Francis Village | Glendale |
| Thu, 03 Jun, 10 | Sex and the City 2 – Fashionista VIP Opening Day Event | New Farm |
| Thu, 03 Jun, 10 | Sex and the City 2 – Fashionista VIP Opening Night Event | Brisbane |
| Thu, 03 Jun, 10 | Sex in the City – Cancer Council NSW Fundraiser | Erina |
| Fri, 04 Jun, 10 | Sex and the City 2-fundraising for the NIVEA SISTER2sister Program | Randwick |
| Fri, 04 Jun, 10 | “Sex and the City 2″ Movie Night | Newcastle |
| Wed, 09 Jun, 10 | Sex in the City – Cancer Council NSW Fundraiser | Sydney |
Apr
23
2010
Volcanic Ash from Iceland Volcano
Two-thirds of this week’s events have been cancelled or deferred due to the Icelandic volcanic ash, according to an Eventia member survey.
As airlines resume normal activity, Eventia has surveyed its members to assess the damage caused by the ash.
Two-thirds of member events were cancelled or deferred with groups on the ground being flown back to the UK via clear European airspace, then by coach and ferry.
“We are working with hotel chains, travel and ground partners to successfully find alternative routes and solutions for our clients,” said Banks Sadler operations director Karen Rice.
Eventia noted that, where events have gone ahead, they have been run with contingency plans in place, some sending staff from other parts of the world if necessary to run them.
It also said there has been an upsurge in clients turning to agencies to implement crisis and risk management processes.
“We have been working with our clients and account teams 24/7 in order to put alternative arrangements in place, including overland travel – in one case for 600 delegates returning home from a pan-European event,” said WorldEvents sales and marketing director Mark Saxby.
“All of these events have gone ahead as planned but with some modifications to programmes in response to changes in arrival and departure times in the destinations concerned,”
Eventia’s hotelier members estimate an average loss of £500-£700k per day, working with clients to be as flexible as possible with cancellation terms and conditions.
Many said that, if a client rebooks the event within 12 months, they will not apply the cancellation charges.
Izania Downie, Eventia CEO said: “The view seems to be events have been postponed where possible rather than cancelled and already rebooked for later in the year both at minimal cost and disruption to the client. Feedback indicates that all suppliers are being extremely understanding and clients are grateful for the support.
“Overall it has been a difficult time, especially with the ongoing amendments to the no-fly zone and times, but everybody has reacted very well as there was no way of planning for an event of this kind. Crisis management kicked in and delivered.”
Jan
30
2010
The Chinese New Year Festival is usually run over a three week period during January and February. It features traditional entertainment with dragon and lion dances, local and international performers, cultural exhibitions, history tours and the magnificent Chinese New Year Imperial Banquet.
This year, the Chinese New Year starts on 14th February 2010 and coincides with Valentines Day, so there may be romance in the air.
This year is the year of the tiger.
If you are looking for something to do around Chinese New Year, check out the Australian Chinese New Year Website at
http://www.chinesenewyear.com.au/
For specific Syndey or Melbourne events, also have a look at
http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/cny/
http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=5912
2010 Chinese New Year - Australia
The Chinese New Year Festival is usually run over a three week period during January and February. It features traditional entertainment with dragon and lion dances, local and international performers, cultural exhibitions, history tours and the magnificent Chinese New Year Imperial Banquet.
This year, the Chinese New Year starts on 14th February 2010 and coincides with Valentines Day, so there may be romance in the air.
This year is the year of the tiger.
If you are looking for something to do around Chinese New Year, check out the Australian Chinese New Year Website
Also have a look at
Sydney Chinese New Year Website
and
Melbourne Chinese New Year Website
Jan
9
2010
Lost Art Films presents the World Premiere screening of the new Australian horror feature, EL MONSTRO DEL MAR!
A one off special event to celebrate the completion of the film with the attendance of El Monstro cast and crew and you! The night will include an introduction to the film by the director, Stuart Simpson, the feature length screening, party directly afterwards in the beautiful art deco surroundings with live music, a complimentary glass of beer/wine and cool door prizes.
Don’t miss out on this exciting night and be one of the first to see this new Australian cult classic!
For more info on the film go to WWW.MONSTROMOVIE.COM
Doors open/predrinks from 7pm SCREENING STARTS 8PM SHARP
Prebook tickets here or cash only on the night.
Cast NORMAN YEMM NELLI SCARLET KYRIE CAPRI KARLI MADDEN KATE WATTS SCOTT BRENNAN STEVEN STAGG Writer/Editor/Director STUART SIMPSON Producer FABIAN PISANI Costume CLAIRE MUELLER Special Make Up Effects NICK KOCSIS Music FABIAN PISANI HEATH BROWN
Monstro girls dressed by ROUTE 66 Australia www.route66.com.au
Event Link: http://www.stickytickets.com.au/2583
Event Link: www.stickytickets.com.au/2583
Lost Art Films presents the World Premiere screening of the new Australian horror feature, EL MONSTRO DEL MAR! – 9th April 2010
EL MONSTRO DEL MAR!
A one off special event to celebrate the completion of the film with the attendance of El Monstro cast and crew and you!
The night will include an introduction to the film by the director, Stuart Simpson, the feature length screening, party directly afterwards in the beautiful art deco surroundings with live music, a complimentary glass of beer/wine and cool door prizes.
Don’t miss out on this exciting night and be one of the first to see this new Australian cult classic!
For more info on the film go to WWW.MONSTROMOVIE.COM
Cast
- NORMAN YEMM
EL MONSTRO DEL MAR!
- NELLI SCARLET
- KYRIE CAPRI
- KARLI MADDEN
- KATE WATTS
- SCOTT BRENNAN
- STEVEN STAGG
Writer/Editor/Director STUART SIMPSON
Producer FABIAN PISANI
Costume CLAIRE MUELLER
Special Make Up Effects NICK KOCSIS
Music FABIAN PISANI HEATH BROWN
Monstro girls dressed by ROUTE 66 Australia www.route66.com.au
Event Link: www.stickytickets.com.au/2583
