Ross Noble - Mindblender Live Tour - Sydney Entertainment Centre

Ross Noble, the demonic scarecrow himself, is back doing what he does best with a new live tour.

Famed for his fiery and fluid freewheeling style, Noble creates comedy gold from tiny particles of random nonsense.

This is your chance to see one of the world's most critically acclaimed stand-ups in a hysterical night with the Mindblender.

'Brilliantly inventive, quirky stand-up… see him and marvel.' The Sun

'Every night is different and every night is a total joy.' Time Out

'The great improviser.' The Guardian

'He's a marvel.' Daily Telegraph

 Suitable for ages 15+ only


WHEN: Saturday 20th April 2013
TIME: Starts at 8 PM

Book Tickets at the Sydney Entertainment Centre

2 For 1 NSW Seniors Week Discount at Key Sydney Attractions

2 For 1 NSW Seniors Week Discount at Key Sydney Attractions

Celebrate Seniors' Week with 2-for-1 entry for seniors between 17-24 March! 

Robert Plant Live at the Sydney Entertainment Centre

Following the announcement of his appearances on Byron Bay’s Bluesfest and the West Coast Blues & Roots Festival in Fremantle, Chugg Entertainment are today thrilled to confirm that rock legend Robert Plant will also be performing, along with his band the Sensational Space Shifters, at the Sydney Entertainment Centre on Thursday 28 March.

After life with Led Zeppelin, Plant began putting his wide-ranging musical fascination to good use on solo albums with Jimmy Page and in recordings with bands like The Honeydrippers, Priory of Brion and Strange Sensation.

Plant continued to expand his horizons with the 2007′s collaboration with Alison Krauss on Raising Sand and in 2010, he released an album with the Band of Joy co-produced by his band mate Buddy Miller (electric guitar, baritone, 6-string bass, mando guitar) and with fellow musicians Darrell Scott (acoustic guitar, mandolin, octave mandolin, banjo, accordion, pedal steel and lap steel guitar), Byron House (bass), Marco Giovino (drums and percussion) which also received 2 Grammy® Award nominations.

The Sensational Space Shifters are his latest project, a loose band "inspired by the roots music of Mississippi, Appalachia, Gambia, Bristol and the foothills of Wolverhampton and drawing on influences collected in a lifetime of meander and journeying." Along-side Robert are his semi-regular guitarist Justin Adams and Juldeh Camara from Gambia, Justin's Ritti - playing partner in their duo Juju.

Exciting audiences around the world, Plant presents songs from his early days in Led Zeppelin to his more recent adventures in the heart land of the US, in dizzy collisions of rhythm and power. His current companions have created a performance that digs deep into the roots of the blues, turning ancient, dark music that inspired so much of British and American rock on its heard. He mixes crazy trans-rhythms and psychedelic to create a powerful and unique adventure.

BAND LINE UP

Robert Plant - vocals, harmonica
Juldeh Camara- ritti (one-stringed African Violin), kologo (African Banjo), talking drum, vocals.
Justin Adams - guitar, bendir, vocals
John Baggott - keyboards
Liam "Skin" Tyson - guitar, vocals
Dave Smith - drums and percussion
Billy Fuller - bass guitar, vocals


WHEN: Thursday 28th March 2013
TIME: Starts at 7:30 PM

The Jacksons - Live at the Sydney Entertainment Centre

With the stunning worldwide success of the Jacksons’ Unity 2012 Tour, the most legendary family in music history is bringing their once-in-a-lifetime reunion show to Australia. A worldwide sensation since the 1970s, Jackie, Jermaine, Marlon and Tito Jackson are thrilled to be returning to Australia after nearly 30 years to perform all their multitude of hits and to pay special tribute to their late brother Michael.

Beloved by millions of fans across the globe for their soulful, sunny sound, contagious stage presence and unforgettable roster of hits, the Jacksons first achieved international superstardom with their brother Michael, becoming the first group ever to have their first four singles hit #1 on the Billboard Charts. Throughout their four-decade long career, the group revolutionized music and pop culture, getting inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997. The Unity Tour 2012 will be yet another milestone for the Jacksons, bringing the most famous family in music back together for a historic series of shows.

UAE Presents Co Founder Ritchie Perera stated, “We are very proud to be associated with such a legendary band. The mere fact that the Australian public will get to see this once in a lifetime event excites us beyond belief – The Jacksons are the soul of some of the greatest music ever made – Australia get ready!!”

“This is a dream coming true,” said Jackie Jackson of the tour. “I can't believe this is finally happening. There’s nothing like having all the brothers on stage at the same time. This will be exciting for our fans around the world– and I know at each concert, MJ's spirit will be in the house with us.”

Honoring Michael’s memory and bringing the fans all the timeless hits they know and love is also paramount for Jermaine Jackson. “I am so happy and excited to perform again onstage with my brothers,” he said. “I can't wait to sing all the songs that were so much a part of all of our lives. We are ready and committed to keep the family’s legacy alive and perform once again with the highest level of excellence, creativity, and most of all, integrity

Saturday 16 March 2013, Starts at 8:15 PM

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If you are attending this concert at the Sydney Entertainment Centre, Why not go to the Palace Hotel Sydney nearby pre or post show and take advantage of our offer – Show staff your concert ticket before or after the show to get $4 Tooheys New Schooner or House Wine

Neil Young and Crazy Horse Live At the Sydney Entertainment Centre

The Frontier Touring Company confirm the return of Neil Young and Crazy Horse for a series of arena shows.

Sydney Entertainment Centre will see the return of Neil Young and Crazy Horse on Sunday 10 March.

The tour will be Neil Young and Crazy Horse’s first headline tour since 2003’s critically acclaimed Greendale shows in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. Crazy Horse, comprised of Billy Talbot (bass), Ralph Molina (drums) and Frank “Poncho” Sampedro (guitar), was recently described by Neil Young in his autobiography as “a vehicle to cosmic areas that I am unable to traverse with others."

The March 2013 shows promise to showcase both new material from their recently released album ‘Psychedelic Pill’ and the classic hits that helped make Neil Young a household name. Without a doubt the critical acclaim surrounding the tour dates so far illustrates just how Neil Young continues to pull massive crowds five decades into his impressive career.

The Hollywood Reporter wrote of Neil Young and Crazy Horse’s October Hollywood Bowl concert; “The made-for-each other singer and band seamlessly meld old and new amid a relentless, outstanding torrent of beautiful noise” while the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette noted “this tour serves as a reminder of how [Neil] became the Godfather of Grunge, and going on 67, he will still out-grunge anyone who gets in his path.”

The LA Times’ glowing review painted vivid pictures, including that of Neil Young “hunched over his Gibson electric guitar – known affectionately as “Old Black” – strangling notes out of its neck while standing in front of a Fender amp as big as the Ritz.”

Don’t miss out on seeing Neil Young and Crazy Horse live in concert.

Sydney Entertainment Centre.. the Heartbeat of Sydney

Located right in the heart of Sydney – no matter which way and on what mode you travel, getting to the Sydney Entertainment Centre couldn’t be simpler!

The Sydney Entertainment Centre is a Sydney institution. Nestled between the bustle of Sydney’s vibrant Chinatown and the sparkling Darling Harbour precinct, the Sydney Entertainment Centre is the entertainment district’s heart and soul.

The Sydney Entertainment Centre is just a few minutes walk from the centre of Sydney; with the precinct offering a myriad of entertainment, dining, transport and accommodation options.
The Centre offers a multitude of transport options to suit any itinerary. 


Street Address
35 Harbour Street, Darling Harbour
GPS Coordinates - 33°52'42?S 151°12'10?E
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By Foot
The Sydney Entertainment Centre is within walking distance of most major locations around the central business district.

From Town Hall:
Head south along George Street for three blocks. Turn right at Goulburn Street and head to the bottom of the hill. The Sydney Entertainment Centre is at the cross roads of Harbour & Goulburn Streets.

From Darling Harbour:
Follow the signposts walking parallel with the Urban Stream where you will reach Tumbalong Park and directly after the Chinese Gardens to your left, the Sydney Exhibition Hall 1 to your right. The Sydney Entertainment Centre is directly ahead.


By Bus
For information on bus timetables and services contact Sydney Buses
Tel: 131 500
Web: Visit Website

By Car For detailed driving directions from your point of departure, we suggest you visit the mapping website of your choice and input the destination address:
Place: Sydney Entertainment Centre
Address: 35 Harbour Street, Darling Harbour

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By Ferry
For information on ferry timetables and services contact Sydney Ferries
Tel: 131 500
Web: Visit Website 

By Rail
For information on train timetables and services contact City Rail
Alight Central Railway Station (approximately 8 minutes walk)
Take the Eddy Avenue exit from Central Station, turn left and walk to George Street. Turn right into George Street and take the second on your left into Hay Street. Walk until you reach the historic Paddy's Markets where you’ll find the Sydney Entertainment Centre sits on the other side of the light rail tracks.

Or alight Town Hall Station (Approximately 10 minutes walk)
Tel: 131 500
Web: Visit Website

By Monorail & Light Rail
Sydney Monorail – disembark at Paddy’s Market Station. The monorail runs every 3 – 5 minutes.
Tel: (02)  8584 5288
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Sydney Light Rail – disembark at Haymarket Station (Located outside Paddy's Markets)
The Sydney Light Rail runs every 10 – 12 minutes.
Tel: (02)  8584 5288
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View the Offical Sydney Entertainment Centre Website

Chinese New Year Twilight Parade Sydney

One of Sydney’s favourite events, the Chinese New Year Twilight Parade is the highlight of the New Year festivities.

Bringing a magical beauty to the summer evening, floats, lanterns and dancers weave their way, snake-like, from Sydney Town Hall down to Harbour Street, illuminated by stunning projections on city buildings.

Join us for the pre-parade entertainment, with dancers, acrobats and music. As evening descends, gasp in amazement as the giant snake comes alive, shedding its skin along our streets in a symbol of renewal.

This parade figurehead is drawn from an ancient Chinese story – Lady White Snake – telling of a snake goddess who lived briefly with mortals and was betrayed by her love and imprisoned for her powers, only to escape back to her proper realm.

A powerful creature in Asian and Western cultures, both revered and feared, the snake features in stories throughout history. You’ll see the native American rattle snake, Snakes and Ladders, a witty take on Eve, Cleopatra and other women who tangled with the snake – and plenty of other snakes alive!

There’s fabulous dancing, floats from our local Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese communities and our visitors from Shenzhen will be treating us to a special parade entries. Don’t miss out on a night to remember as you welcome the Year of the Snake.

WHEN: Sun 17 Feb at 8:00 pm

WHERE: Sydney Town Hall to Chinatown, 483 George Street, Sydney

Entertainment schedule on the night

7 – 8pm

• Pre-parade entertainment
• Dancers & acrobats and all sorts of snake like entertainment

8pm

• Eye Dotting Ceremony – Town Hall

8.15pm

• Parade starts

8pm – 1am

• Sydney’s buildings transform with magical projections illuminating their facades.

Post-parade fireworks

• Join us for a stunning fireworks display at Cockle Bay to scare off the previous year’s bad luck and mark the beginning of the Year of the Snake!

An accessible viewing area for people with mobility support needs is available on Harbour Street outside the Sydney Entertainment Centre from 7.15pm.

The nearest public transport access point is the Paddy’s Markets Light Rail stop.  If you require access to the viewing area, please contact City of Sydney on 9265 9218 or email gmarshall@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au.