The People Speak: Foxtel Broadcast Event, Sydney, Australia

The People Speak: Australia's Finest Actors and Musicians Come Together...

Redfern's Carriageworks, just south of Sydney city, was once again home to an important media event - this time with what appears to be lots of substance.

Dramatic moments from Australian history were brought to life on stage by a wonderful group of actors including Alex Dimitriades, Chris Haywood, John Jarratt, Claudia Karvan, Asher Keddie, Peter O’Brien, Leah Purcell, Magda Szubanski, Jack Thompson, David Wenham and Dan Wylie and complimented with musical performances by Tex Perkins, Julia Stone and Christine Anu.

The made for TV special will be broadcast on Foxtel's The History Channel in October 2012.

Well done to all associated with the success of the production.

MEDIA RELEASE: Tuesday, June 26, 2012 

Democracy is not a spectator sport. 

THE PEOPLE SPEAK: EXCLUSIVE SPECIAL TO BE FILMED IN SYDNEY ON MONDAY, JULY 9...

FEATURING A STELLAR LINEUP OF AUSTRALIA’S LEADING ACTORS AND MUSICIANS LIVE ON STAGE ...

On the evening of Monday, July 9, FOXTEL and The History Channel will bring together some of Australia’s finest actors and musicians for one night only, to take part in a ground-breaking documentary special, THE PEOPLE SPEAK.

To be filmed at Sydney’s historic Carriageworks site in Redfern in front of a live audience, THE PEOPLE SPEAK will feature Australia’s leading artists from stage and screen delivering the letters, songs and speeches of rebels, visionaries and protesters from Australia’s past.

These dramatic moments from our history will be brought to life on stage by a remarkable group of actors including Alex Dimitriades, Chris Haywood, John Jarratt, Claudia Karvan, Asher Keddie, Peter O’Brien, Leah Purcell, Magda Szubanski, Jack Thompson, David Wenham and Dan Wylie and interspersed with haunting musical performances by Tex Perkins, Julia Stone and Christine Anu.

To premiere exclusively on The History Channel in October 2012, THE PEOPLE SPEAK is a unique and compelling format that will revisit the good fights over gender equality, fair pay and working conditions, gay rights, war and peace, immigration and the rights of our indigenous populations.

It will give a voice to those who spoke up for social change throughout Australian history – and will highlight the continuing importance of this in today’s society.

THE PEOPLE SPEAK format was born in 2009 when actors Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, along with film producer Chris Moore collaborated with Howard Zinn, author of A People’s History of the United States, to construct a performed history of the United States as told from the perspective of its underdogs.

Matt Damon, Morgan Freeman, Marisa Tomei, Bruce Springsteen, Eddie Vedder, Josh Brolin and a host of others participated in the special – and two years later, Colin Firth, Sir Ben Kingsley, Joss Stone, Keira Knightley and Sir Ian McKellan were amongst the cast that staged THE PEOPLE SPEAK in the United Kingdom.

THE PEOPLE SPEAK is produced by The History Channel and WTFN Entertainment and is exclusive to FOXTEL.

Websites

Foxtel

www.foxtel.com.au

Carriageworks

www.carriageworks.com.au

Eva Rinaldi Photography

www.evarinaldi.com

Eva Rinaldi Photography Flickr

www.flickr.com/evarinaldiphotography

Music News Australia

www.musicnewsaustralia.com

Rick Astley Never Gonna Give You Up 2012 Australian Tour

With tickets now on sale Rick Astley has announced further news relating to his upcoming Never Gonna Give You Up 2012 Australian Tour.

For the very first time in Australia Rick Astley and his 5-piece band will perform all the songs that have made him one of the most well known pop stars on the planet.  As an extra bonus for fans in Sydney and Melbourne, Rick has also announced that he will be joined by Australian pop sensations Wa Wa Nee at The Enmore and Palace Theatre shows with an extra special appearance by 80's pop sirens The Chantoozies at The Palace Theatre show in Melbourne.

Wa Wa Nee stormed the Australian charts in 1986 with their platinum selling, self-titled debut album which spawned the top 40 hits Stimulation and Sugar Free. Wa Wa Nee's infectious brand of funk laced pop captured the energy of the times and saw the group become favourites on the local scene and delivering a further two top 40 singles with the tracks Can't Control Myself, and So Good.

At the same time Wa Wa Nee were dominating the charts The Chantoozies were delivering five top 40 Australian hits of their own. Songs including Witch Queen of New Orleans, He's Gonna Step On You Again, Wanna Be Up, Kiss 'n' Tell and Love the One You're With confirmed the female fronted outfit were firm favourites in the heady days of 80's and 90's pop music.

Rick Astley's hits including Never Gonna Give You Up, Whenever You Need Somebody, When I Fall In Love, Together Forever, She Wants To Dance With Me and Cry For Help amongst many others have won him a place in the hearts of pop music lovers the world over.  Teaming up with the production wonder team of Stock, Aitken and Waterman, Rick's first 8 singles made the UK top 10 and his smash hit Never Gonna Give You Up was number 1 in 25 countries across the globe. 

Rick continue to dominate the world's charts eventually selling in excess of 40 million records before his premature retirement in 1993. Continuing to write and record music throughout the 90's and into the new millennium it was the power of the internet that brought Rick back into the global spotlight with the phenomenon of 'Rickrolling' which saw his biggest ever single Never Gonna Give You Up viewed by hundreds of millions of people reigniting a desire for the blue eyed soul singer to return to the stage.

In November Australian fans will get the chance to enjoy all these songs completely live as Rick and his 5 piece band deliver what is sure to be a wonderful night of  amazing hits and memories.

Lennard Promotions Presents:

Rick Astley

Never Gonna Give You Up

2012 Australian Tour

Friday 16^th November, Twin Towns, Tweed Heads, QLD

Tickets available from the venue: 1800 014 014

No pre sale. Tickets on sale July 9th

Saturday 17^th November,  Civic Centre, Ipswich, QLD

Tickets available from the venue: 07 3810 6100

Pre sale 2^nd of July. Tickets on sale July 9^th

Sunday 18^th November, Tivoli Brisbane, Brisbane, QLD

Tickets available from www.ticketek.com.au / 132 849

Pre sale 2^nd of July. Tickets on sale July 9^th

Wednesday 21^st November, Canberra Theatre, Canberra ACT

Tickets available from Canberra Ticketing 6275 2700

Pre sale 2^nd of July. Tickets on sale July 9^th

Friday 23^rd November, Evan Theatre, Penrith, NSW

Tickets available from www.ticketek.com.au and the venue 1800 061 991

No pre sale. Tickets on sale July 9^th

Saturday 24^th November, Waves  Wollongong, NSW

Tickets available from www.moshtix.com.au

Pre sale 2^nd of July. Tickets on sale July 9^th

Sunday 25^th November Enmore Theatre, Sydney, NSW

With Special Guests Wa Wa Nee

Tickets available from www.ticketek.com.au / 132 849

Pre sale 2^nd of July. Tickets on sale July 9^th

Thursday 29^th November, Kinross Woolshed, Albury, NSW

Tickets available from www.eventix.com.au / www.kinrosswoolshed.com.au

Tickets on sale June 15^th

Friday 30^th November, The Palace Theatre, Melbourne, Victoria

With Special Guests Wa Wa Nee and The Chantoozies 

Tickets available from www.ticketmaster.com.au / 136 100

Pre sale 2^nd of July. Tickets on sale July 9^th

Saturday 1^st December , Chelsea Heights Hotel, Melbourne, Victoria

Tickets available from www.ticketmaster.com.au / Chelsea Heights Hotel 132 100 

Pre sale 2^nd of July. Tickets on sale July 9^th

THE PEOPLE SPEAK

Exclusive special to be filmed on stage tonight

ALEX DIMITRIADES, JOHN JARRATT, CLAUDIA KARVAN,  SOPHIE LOWE, JACK THOMPSON, DAVID WENHAM AND DAN WYLLIE LEAD THE STELLAR CAST

Tonight, FOXTEL and The History Channel will bring together some of Australia’s finest actors and musicians for one night only, to take part in a ground-breaking documentary special, THE PEOPLE SPEAK.

To be filmed at Sydney’s historic Carriageworks site in Redfern in front of a live audience, THE PEOPLE SPEAK will feature Australia’s leading artists from stage and screen delivering the letters, songs and speeches of rebels, visionaries and protesters from Australia’s past.

Narrated by author Thomas Keneally, these dramatic moments from our history will be brought to life on stage by a remarkable group including Jimi Bani, Matilda Brown, Rob Carlton, Lillian Crombie, Damian de Montemas, Alex Dimitriades, Chris Haywood, John Jarratt, Claudia Karvan, Sophie Lowe, Madeleine Madden, Indira Naidoo, Jack Thompson, David Wenham and Dan Wyllie and interspersed with haunting musical performances by Tex Perkins, Julia Stone and Christine Anu.

To premiere exclusively on The History Channel in November 2012, THE PEOPLE SPEAK is a unique and compelling format that will revisit the good fights over gender equality, fair pay and working conditions, gay rights, war and peace, immigration and the rights of our indigenous populations.

It will give a voice to those who spoke up for social change throughout Australian history – and will highlight the continuing importance of this in today’s society.

THE PEOPLE SPEAK format was born in 2009 when actors Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, along with film producer Chris Moore collaborated with Howard Zinn, author of A People’s History of the United States, to construct a performed history of the United States as told from the perspective of its underdogs.

Matt Damon, Morgan Freeman, Marisa Tomei, Bruce Springsteen, Eddie Vedder, Josh Brolin and a host of others participated in the special – and two years later, Colin Firth, Sir Ben Kingsley, Joss Stone, Keira Knightley and Sir Ian McKellan were amongst the cast that staged THE PEOPLE SPEAK in the United Kingdom.

THE PEOPLE SPEAK is produced by The History Channel and WTFN Entertainment and is exclusive to FOXTEL.

STORM SURFERS 3D MOVIE SET TO MAKE BIG WAVES

6ixty Foot Films and Madman Entertainment are pleased to announce the launch of Storm Surfers 3D, a ground-breaking new 3D adventure movie following best friends and surfing legends Tom Carroll and Ross Clarke-Jones on their quest to hunt down and ride the biggest, most dangerous waves in Australia.
Storm Surfers 3D premieres in Sydney on August 14 ahead of Special Event Screenings around the country with guest appearances from the fearless big-wave explorers. Limited release screenings follow in selected 3D cinemas nationally.

Surfing and innovative 3D cinematography converge in this unparalleled documentary following Tom, Ross, Meteorologist Ben Matson, 25 crew and over 1,000 kg of equipment on their mad, high-stakes race against the clock to conquer and film these massive waves, taking viewers on an incredible journey with them.
Storm Surfers 3D Producers Marcus Gillezeau and Ellenor Cox are thrilled with the level of interest both locally and abroad, citing this convergence as a world first.

“It was apparent from the outset that Storm Surfers was going to be a logistically and technically ambitious project, considering the technology required to shoot a surf movie in 3D was non-existent,” said Gillezeau.
Inspired by a desire to take ‘surf movies’ to a new place, the production team were up for the challenge, capturing over 1500 hours of footage and shooting at the highest 3D ratio, another world first.
Narrated by Toni Collette, with music score by Michael Yerserski and Richard Tognetti, Storm Surfers 3D is an incredible experience - immersing the viewer on a jaw-dropping journey as they ride behind Carroll and Clarke-Jones in a death-defying fifteen-foot wave.

Trailer and ticketing information at www.stormsurfers.com.au

STORM SURFERS 3D ITINERARY

Tuesday 14 August

Worldwide Premiere - Hoyts EQ, Sydney

Wednesday 15 August

Premiere - Village Cinemas, Geelong

Thursday 16 August

Premiere - Event Cinemas, Robina

Friday 17 August

Special Event Screening - Dendy Cinemas, Byron Bay

Saturday 18 August

Special Event Screening - Event Cinemas Indooroopilly

Sunday 19 August

Special Event Screening - Event Cinemas, Sunshine Plaza, Maroochydore

Tuesday 21 August

Special Event Screening - United Cinemas, Warriewood

Wednesday 22 August

Special Event Screening - Hoyts Cinema, Warringah Mall

Thursday 23 August

Special Event Screening - Cronulla Cinemas, Cronulla

Friday 24 August

Special Event Screening - The Ritz, Randwick

Saturday 25 August

Special Event Screening - The Orpheum, Cremorne

Tuesday 28 August

Special Event Screening - Village Cinemas, Karingal

Tuesday 28 August

Special Event Screening - Event Cinemas, Wollongong **

Wednesday 29 August

Special Event Screening - Village Cinemas, Crown Casino

Wednesday 29 August

Special Event Screening - Event Cinemas, Shell Harbour **

Thursday 30 August

Special Event Screening - Village Cinemas, Southland

Thursday 30 August

Special Event Screening - Arcadia Cinemas, Ulladulla **

Friday 31 August

Special Event Screening - Village Cinemas, , Jam Factory, South Yarra

Friday 31 August

Special Event Screening - Bay City Cinemas, Batemans Bay **

Tuesday 4 September

Special Event Screening - Orana Cinemas, Busselton

Wednesday 5 September

Special Event Screening - Ace Cinemas, Subiaco

Thursday 6 September

Special Event Screening - Ace Cinemas, Rockingham

Friday 7 September

Special Event Screening - Orana Cinemas, Geraldton

Tuesday 11 September

Special Event Screening - Village Cinemas, Hobart

Wednesday 12 September

Special Event Screening - Village Cinemas, Launceston

Thursday 13 September

Special Event Screening - South Australia TBC

Monday 17 September

Special Event Screening - Hoyts Cinema, Erina

Tuesday 18 September

Special Event Screening - Event Cinemas, Newcastle

Wednesday 19 September

Special Event Screening - Majestic Cinemas, Port Macquarie

Thursday 20 September

Special Event Screening - Event Cinemas, Coffs Harbour

ALEX PERRY PUTS FINAL TOUCHES ON MIRANDA KERR’S GOWN

Madame Tussauds Sydney unveils the latest addition to its already star-studded line-up

Sydney, Thursday, 5 July 2012 – Madame Tussauds Sydney today revealed the first wax figure of Australian-born supermodel Miranda Kerr with a little help from premier couturier Alex Perry. The much-adored, internationally renowned supermodel, known for her outstanding beauty and inextricable charm, is finally here to stay in her home country.

To stay true to her modelling background, Kerr’s wax figure was unveiled at Sydney's leading fashion photography studio; The Photo Studio in Broadway, with professional studio lighting and a wind machine. Wearing an Alex Perry designed scarlet red gown with a sequined bodice and red chiffon skirt that Kerr modelled at the David Jones Spring/Summer Fashion Parade in 2011, Perry made final touches to Kerr’s figure as she struck a pose for the camera.

“Miranda is such a loving icon to work with; she radiates beauty inside and out. It’s such an honour that she has chosen her wax figure to wear the scarlet red gown I designed for her. It looked absolutely gorgeous on her then and it still looks sensational on her now. I’m delighted that she has been selected by Madame Tussauds to be immortalised in wax – it’s such an awesome opportunity for her fans to get up close to her and see how beautiful she really is” said fashion designer, Alex Perry upon seeing Miranda’s wax figure. 

Towering at her true height of 5’9”, Kerr had over 500 measurements and photographs taken by the Madame Tussauds team to create the stunning wax figure, which took over four months to complete.

“We are thrilled that Miranda is joining our star-studded attraction. It goes without saying that she will be a massive hit at Madame Tussauds Sydney for both locals and international visitors alike. Given this is the first time a wax figure of Miranda has been made, you can imagine how curious everyone is to see how her beauty has been translated into wax. I can guarantee you won’t be disappointed, it is spot on and the detail is just flawless” said Hywel Mathias, General Manager of Madame Tussauds Sydney.

WILL FERRELL SET TO WIN AUSSIE VOTES WHEN HE TOUCHES DOWN IN SYDNEY FOR THE AUSTRALIAN PREMIERE OF THE CAMPAIGN

Will Ferrell will take to the platform at the Australian premiere on   Sunday 5th August at Event Cinemas, George Street, Sydney.
When long-term congressman Cam Brady (Will Ferrell)
commits a major public gaffe before an upcoming
election, a pair of ultra-wealthy CEOs plot to put up a
rival candidate and gain influence over their North
Carolina district. Their man: naïve Marty Huggins (Zach
Galifianakis), director of the local Tourism Center.
At first, Marty appears to be the unlikeliest possible
choice but, with the help of his new benefactors’
support, a cutthroat campaign manager and his family’s
political connections, he soon becomes a contender
who gives the charismatic Cam plenty to worry about.
As election day closes in, the two are locked in a dead
heat, with insults quickly escalating to injury until all
they care about is burying each other, in this mudslinging, back-stabbing, home-wrecking comedy from “Meet the Parents”  director Jay Roach that takes today’s political circus to its logical next level. Because even when you think campaign ethics have hit rock bottom, there’s room to dig a whole lot deeper.

http://www.facebook.com/VoteForCam
http://www.facebook.com/VoteForMarty
http://www.thecampaignmovie.com

THE CAMPAIGN will release in Australian cinemas on 9th August, 2012

VON TRAPP TO ATTEND THE SOUND OF MUSIC 4K DIGITAL RESTORATION AUSTRALIAN PREMIERE

NICHOLAS HAMMOND (who stars as Friedrich von Trapp in THE SOUND OF
MUSIC) will be present at the first session of the Australian Premiere of THE
SOUND OF MUSIC in 4K digital restoration on Sunday 8 July 2.30pm at The
Astor Theatre to meet and greet audience plus participate in a Q&A session.
An American-born Australian actor, NICHOLAS HAMMOND’S extensive work
spans across film, television and theatre.

He is best known for his roles as Friedrich von Trapp in THE SOUND OF MUSIC and as Peter Parker/Spider-Man on the late 70s television series The Amazing Spider-Man.
Nicholas Hammond currently stars in the Melbourne Theatre Company’s production of Queen Lear.

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s marvelous musical classic THE SOUND OF MUSIC
will screen for the very first time in Australia on 4K DCP digital format at The
Astor Theatre for a limited season from July 8-14.

Audiences will be wowed by the impeccable vision and pristine sound as they
watch THE SOUND OF MUSIC fully remastered in 4K DCP digital format and
projected in 4K Super High Definition Digital.

Winner of four Academy Awards, THE SOUND OF MUSIC transcends
generations and it is indeed a cause for celebration to see this timeless classic
return to the big screen as radiant as the day it was premiered.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC 4K digital restoration Australian premiere season -
Sunday July 8 to Saturday July 14 at The Astor Theatre. For more information
visit www.astortheatre.net.au

Carrie Underwood Performs at Sydney Opera House

Carrie Underwood Performs at Sydney Opera House, a set on Flickr.

Via Flickr:
Carrie Underwood final performance at Sydney Opera House, Australia

Country rock mega star Carrie Underwood likes to show off her sexy legs and last night was no exception as she strutted the stage at the Sydney Opera House.

We loved her long trademark blonde locks cascading down her shoulders and back, and it was wonderful that her substance matched her sexy and rocking country style.

The 29-year-old American Idol winner gave the audience a lot of pleasure with visual and audio stimulation, as she belted out numbers from her new album, Blown Away.

As one of American Idol's most successful stars ever, alongside global star Kelly Clarkson, the country singer is on a world tour.

She’s sold 22 million singles, won five Grammy Awards, and after Australia, the singer has scheduled performances in Canada and the Eastern United States.

Thank you for visiting our great city and well done on your fantastic success, and we will look forward to catching you next time you do down under.

If you've never experienced Carrie's magic before, you owe it to yourself to check her out, and if you have had the pleasure - you know what we're talking about. Go girl.

Set List...

Good Girl
Flat On The Floor
Wasted
Two Black Cadillacs
So Small
Temporary Home
Last Name
Just a Dream
I Told You So
Leave Love Alone
Cowboy Casanova
Nobody Ever Told You
Quitter
Do You Think About Me
One Way Ticket
Undo It
Never Tear Us Apart (INXS cover)
Jesus Take the Wheel
Cupid's Got a Shotgun
Before He Cheats

Websites

Carrie Underwood official website
www.carrieunderwoodofficial.com

Sydney Opera House
www.sydneyoperahouse.com

Chugg Entertainment
www.chuggentertainment.com

Eva Rinaldi Photography
www.evarinaldi.com

Eva Rinaldi Photography Flickr
www.flickr.com/evarinaldiphotography

Music News Australia
www.musicnewsaustralia.com

Carrie Underwood final performance at Sydney Opera House, Australia

Country rock mega star Carrie Underwood likes to show off her sexy legs and last night was no exception as she strutted the stage at the Sydney Opera House.

We loved her long trademark blonde locks cascading down her shoulders and back, and it was wonderful that her substance matched her sexy and rocking country style.

The 29-year-old American Idol winner gave the audience a lot of pleasure with visual and audio stimulation, as she belted out numbers from her new album, Blown Away. 

As one of American Idol's most successful stars ever, alongside global star Kelly Clarkson, the country singer is on a world tour.

She’s sold 22 million singles, won five Grammy Awards, and after Australia, the singer has scheduled performances in Canada and the Eastern United States.

Thank you for visiting our great city and well done on your fantastic success, and we will look forward to catching you next time you do down under.

If you've never experienced Carrie's magic before, you owe it to yourself to check her out, and if you have had the pleasure - you know what we're talking about. Go girl.

Set List...

Good Girl 

Flat On The Floor 

Wasted 

Two Black Cadillacs 

So Small 

Temporary Home 

Last Name 

Just a Dream 

I Told You So 

Leave Love Alone 

Cowboy Casanova 

Nobody Ever Told You 

Quitter 

Do You Think About Me 

One Way Ticket 

Undo It 

Never Tear Us Apart (INXS cover)

Jesus Take the Wheel 

Cupid's Got a Shotgun 

Before He Cheats

Websites

Carrie Underwood official website

www.carrieunderwoodofficial.com

Sydney Opera House

www.sydneyoperahouse.com

Chugg Entertainment

www.chuggentertainment.com

Eva Rinaldi Photography

www.evarinaldi.com

Eva Rinaldi Photography Flickr

www.flickr.com/evarinaldiphotography

Music News Australia

www.musicnewsaustralia.com