Jon English in Rock Revolution

Following the hugely successful ‘Rock Show’ tours, Aussie Rock Icon Jon English is bringing his latest show, ‘Rock Revolution’ to Queensland!

If you didn’t catch The Rock Show when it toured – or you did see it and you loved it – you won’t want to miss Rock Revolution, featuring more classic hits from the ‘60s and ‘70s, and an nine piece cast of young multi-talented musicians and singers.  

“There are a few new faces in this show,” says English, “After three years, some of the original cast decided it was time to move on to other things, which is of course great for them, but it’s also great for me to be able to give other young artists the chance to shine and experience performing in a live touring show.  We’ve got some really fantastic new talent to show off!”

The line-up of songs from Rock Revolution includes more hits from The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, Led Zepplin, Queen, Bob Dylan, Suzi Quatro, Pink Floyd, David Bowie,  Meatloaf, Janis Joplin,  plus Billy Joel, Easybeats, Jackson 5, Joni Mitchell, Alice Cooper, T Rex, Black Sabbath, Tina Turner, The Doors… the list goes on! And of course not forgetting Jon English.

So get out your diary, phone your friends and book early for another wonderful trip down memory lane … fabulous music, lots of laughter, and multi-talented performers all wrapped up into one unforgettable theatrical concert!

Praise for Jon English in ‘The Rock Show’
“This is not a tribute show, this is a ‘ROCK show!”  Australian Stage Online

“The troupe mixed theatre and rock exquisitely.“  The Examiner, Launceston

A fantastic night of musical memories performed by some of the most talented people this country has to offer.” Easymix Ten-71, Bendigo

“Light years away from the usual tired tribute show … brilliantly conceived and executed.” Canberra City News

SHOW DETAILS Dates: Sunday 12 August 2012   Time: 7.30pm   Tickets: Adult $69.00  Conc/Student $64.00  Group 8+ $59.00   More Info: '60s and '70s Rock   Send To A Friend: Think someone else will enjoy this show? Then forward this to your friends. HOW TO BOOK Phone: 3810 6100 (Credit Card Only) Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm   In Person: Visit the Ipswich Civic Centre Ticket Office located at: 143 Brisbane Street, Ipswich (Entry from Ipswich City Mall). Monday - Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm   If you order online, you can now select your seat or let us choose the best available for your group.

The Roy Orbison Tribute Show - Ipswich Civic Theatre

Athol Matcham's musical career began when he won a talent quest singing a Roy Orbison song.  He went on to become a lead singer in a rock and roll band, learning and refining his craft along the way.

This talented singer has been entertaining audiences for many years, performing in such diverse areas as rock and roll, light opera and country music.  A former Hoadley's Battle of the Sounds winner he has continued to impress fans and critics alike.

Athol has always incorporated Roy Orbison songs in his repetoire and when Roy passed away in 1988 Athol began his full tribute show. Backed by a six piece band Athol performs all Roy's hit songs with a voice and stage presence that would have the most dedicated fans believe it was the "Big O" himself.

This unique performer also finds time for charity shows and has performed all around Australia, performed at The Caven in Liverpool UK and with The Beatclub band for the Merseykats Charity in Liverpool. There are a few Roy Orbison tribute shows around the world today and most are good honest attempts, not many performers have the vocal range that made Roy Orbison unique , those very few that have, don't sound like the Big O. Athol has the range, the sound, and look, no-one sings Roy Orbison songs like Athol Matcham.

The Roy Orbison Tribute Show was awarded Tribute Show of the year 2003 at Clubs Queensland Entertainment of the year Awards and in June 2004 Athol won The Entertainer of the Year Award as well as The Tribute Show of the year and The Golden Service Award for 2004. Based in Queensland Athol and his band have a huge following and are in constant demand at all major venues.

SHOW DETAILS Dates: Saturday 4 August 2012 Time: 7.30pm Tickets: Adult $35.00         Conc/Student $30.00 More Info: Music/Tribute Show Send To A Friend: Think someone else will enjoy this show? Then forward this to your friends. HOW TO BOOK Phone:3810 6100 (Credit Card Only) Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm In Person:Visit the Ipswich Civic Centre Ticket Office located at: 143 Brisbane Street, Ipswich (Entry from Ipswich City Mall). Monday - Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm If you order online, you can now select your seat or let us choose the best available for your group.

Newman Doubles Tourism Funding To Regions

State funding for tourism organisations in regional Queensland will be doubled to help prop up the ailing industry.

Premier Campbell Newman told the DestinationQ conference in Cairns today the funding would increase from $3.11 million to $7 million through a redirection of resources as the industry struggles to attract tourists.

But he says the government can't afford to just "throw buckets of money" at the industry to help it compete with the high Australian dollar and neighbouring countries.

"Simply preserving what we have will not meet the challenges of the future," he told the 300-plus crowd.

"We can't afford to sit with the status quo and it won't get us to where we want to go."
Mr Newman had campaigned about tourism being one of the major pillars of Queensland's economy during the lead up to the state election.

He told tourism operators the conference was about coming up with a new way forward for the state's tourism as he promised to do in his first 100 days in government.

Some of the conference's major focuses will include reducing red tape, attracting and retaining skilled workers in the industry, marketing strategies and how national parks were operated.
The forum, which several ministers including deputy premier Jeff Seeney are attending, was welcomed by tourism bodies.

Accommodation Association of Australia CEO Richard Munro said it was important for frontline operators to be able to air their grievances directly to government.

"It's important for governments at all levels to put in place policies which promote investment in both existing and new tourism accommodation products which do not adversely impact on operators", Mr Munro said in a statement.

Celebrate ‘Christmas in July’ at Metro Hotel Ipswich International

Guests can enjoy a full Christmas dinner including soup, sliced breast of roasted turkey and baked ham served with a medley of roasted vegetables finished in a cranberry jus, or oven roasted porkloin served with cinnamon glazed apples and walnut salad. Follow this with either the traditional European plum pudding with warm brandy anglaise and vanilla icecream, strawberry and shaved chocolate trifle or the more local Christmas favourite – pavlova with fresh Queensland fruit and raspberry coulis.

Naturally, all tables will be decorated to reflect the Christmas spirit complete with bon bons, Christmas carol music and festive decorations. Freshly brewed tea and coffee, served with chocolates, will complete the Christmas feast.

This Yuletide feast is available in two different packages, $55 for two courses or $65 for three courses. Those wishing to truly enjoy the spirit of Christmas, can stay the night in a twin share room and enjoy a complimentary breakfast in the morning.

The accommodation package is just $143 per person for the two course meal and accommodation or $153 for the three course meal and accommodation.

Rated four and a half stars, Metro Hotel Ipswich International has 97 rooms and seven function rooms.

Its team of chefs will ensure Christmas in July will be a celebration to remember so put together a table of friends and contact the hotel directly on (07) 3812 8077 to book your place at this wonderful Yuletide event.

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Christmas in July at Metro Hotel Ipswich International

Favourite Christmas nibbles & all the Christmas trimmings

Select 2 options for each course - served alternate drop

$55.00 – 2 Course Menu                     $65.00 – 3 Course Menu

Entrees

Soup of the Day

Skewer Medleys served on a tossed garden salad

Five herb salad with croutons roasted baby beetroots and fennel

Mains

Sliced Turkey Breast presented on an assortment of roasted root vegetables and cranberry jus

Oven Roasted pork loin served with cinnamon glazed apples and walnut salad

Maple Infused ham off the bone served on a nicoise style salad dressed in balsamic vinegar & extra virgin olive oil

Desserts

Traditional plum pudding & warm brandy sauce analgise

Individual Pavlova served with Chantilly cream, fresh fruit and raspberry coulis

Strawberry and shaved chocolate trifle e

Vegetarian and Fish options are available on request for dietary needs

 

Christmas get togethers give companies a way of celebrating a year of success or getting everyone ready to make the next year a success.

So if you are the person who ends up with the short straw as the party organiser for the Christmas Party, we can make your job a lot easier

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The Fabulous Deltones at the Ipswich Civic Theatre

It only seems like yesterday but more than 50 years on The Delltones are still enchanting and energizing audiences with their highly exciting and colourful performances.

The Delltones with their rich harmonies, featuring the unique voice of PEEWEE WILSON still captivate audiences blending their own hits ‘Gee', ‘You're The Limit', Get A Little Dirt On Your Hands', ‘Come A Little Bit Closer', ‘Hangin'Five' with classic DooWop and Pop.

Audiences still scream, audiences still shout, audiences still go away singing the songs, dancing the steps, chanting the goofy chants and looking forward to coming back for another dose as soon as they can.

The Delltones is the band that makes you feel good long after the show is over!
If you only go out once this year, don't miss the Delltones Live - They're better than ever!

SHOW DETAILS Dates: Saturday 7 July 2012 Time: 8.00pm Tickets: Adult $57 | Conc. $52      Groups 8+ $50  |   Child $28 More Info: music Send To A Friend: Think someone else will enjoy this show? Then forward this to your friends. HOW TO BOOK Phone:3810 6100 (Credit Card Only) Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm In Person:Visit the Ipswich Civic Centre Ticket Office located at: 143 Brisbane Street, Ipswich (Entry from Ipswich City Mall). Monday - Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm If you order online, you can now select your seat or let us choose the best available for your group.