Music News Australia

Friday, 6 July 2012

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

Thursday, 5 July 2012

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

Wednesday, 4 July 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

Monday, 2 July 2012

Katy Perry, Part Of Me in Sydney Australia

Katy Perry, Part Of Me in Sydney Australia, a photo by Eva Rinaldi Celebrity and Live Music Photographer on Flickr.

Via Flickr:
Katy Perry 'Part Of Me' movie premiere in Sydney, Australia

Tonight Katy Perry walked the red carpet in Sydney, Australia, as she premiered her new movie 'Part Of Me'.

Hundreds of fans and dozens of news media were on had to witness the star promoting her new movie.

Yes, there's the element of Katy getting over ex Russell Brand, and so much more.

The movie sees Katy eclipse her already mega national and international success and early reports indicates the movie has won over fans and critics alike. Go girl.

News Update:

Katy Perry plans career break...

Singer and buddy actor, Katy Perry, is planning to take a break from her busy career to cope with the split from husband Russell Brand.

"I'm going to go into major hiding. I think I'll have to after this movie comes out. I am going to get a globe and spin it and point my finger at a place and then head there. I have always wanted to do that since I was a little kid".

The singer reportedly also told her entourage the same thing.

Katy Perry: Part Of Me - credits...

Directors: Dan Cutforth, Jane Lipsitz

Stars: Katy Perry, Shannon Woodward and Lucas Kerr

Katy Perry - Herself

Shannon Woodward - Herself

Lucas Kerr - Boyfriend

Rachael Markarian - Herself

Mia Moretti - Herself

Glen Ballard Himself

Websites

Katy Perry 'Part Of Me' official website
www.katyperrypartofme.com

Katy Perry official website
www.katyperry.com

Paramount Pictures Australia
www.paramountpicturesaustralia.com.au

Event Cinemas
www.eventcinemas.com.au

Eva Rinaldi Photography
www.evarinaldi.com

Eva Rinaldi Photography Flickr
www.flickr.com/evarinaldiphotography

Music News Australia
www.musicnewsaustralia.com

Katy Perry: Part of Me | Sydney Premiere

A motion picture event movie, KATY PERRY: PART OF ME 3D is a backstage pass, front row seat and intimate look at the fun, glamorous, heartbreaking, inspiring, crazy, magical, passionate, and honest mad diary of Katy both on and off the stage.

KATY PERRY: PART OF ME 3D is out today!

some great footage check it out
http://www.youtube.com/embed/tzk8BAe00y4

CALL FOR ENTRIES NOW OPEN FOR THE INAUGURAL NATALIE MILLER FELLOWSHIP

Organisers of the recently established Natalie Miller Fellowship are pleased to announce that applications are now open for the inaugural

2012 grant of $10,000 for experienced and entrepreneurial Australian women working in the screen industries.

The Fellowship aims to assist women who have demonstrated initiative, entrepreneurship and excellence. Each applicant is required to have a professional development proposal that would assist her to reach her full potential.

The Natalie Miller Fellowship is open to any woman already working in the Australian screen industry, who has the potential to inspire and provide leadership. While the grant is not available for production investment, the Fellowship encourages applications from producers, distributors, exhibitors, businesswomen, entrepreneurs and others, who are seeking financial assistance in pursuing professional development in their field through attachments, internships, secondments, travel, and other means.

The Fellowship was founded in recognition of the unique contribution of Natalie Miller OAM, an inspiring mentor and role model who continues to make an enormous contribution to film distribution, exhibition and production.

Natalie is a pioneer of Australian arthouse cinema and a visionary distributor. In 1984 Natalie took over the Longford cinema in Melbourne's South Yarra and established it as one of the first arthouse cinemas in Australia. She is best known as the co-founder of the iconic Cinema Nova in Melbourne and as the founder of distribution house Sharmill Films.

Natalie was awarded an Order of Australia Medal in 2001 for her services to the film industry in the production, distribution and exhibition of quality films, and a Chevalier in the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French Government in 2003, only one of a handful of Australians to receive this honour.

Natalie has made valuable and long-term contributions as a board/committee member of a number of key film industry and cultural organisations, including the Women's Film Fund of the Australian Film Commission, Film Victoria, the Australian Centre for the Moving Image, the Australian Film Institute, Women in Film and Television, the National Association of Cinema Operators, and the Swinburne and VCA Schools of Film and Television.

Applications for the Natalie Miller Fellowship grant will close on 14 September and the recipient will be announced in November 2012.

Visit the website for guidelines and an applications form:

www.nataliemillerfellowship.com