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Thursday, January 31, 2013

Time Warp - A Musical Tribute to the Rocky Horror Show

Time Warp: A Musical Tribute to The Rocky Horror Show takes the basic storyline of the cult classic, deftly twists it around to keep within the tribute laws, and turns up the sexy content with ad-lib comedy and audience participation.


If you’re a lover of the Rocky Horror Show or just looking for a great night out, this show is not to be missed. Enjoy a fun-filled evening dedicated to the Rocky Horror Picture Show. 
Sing along to your favourite Transylvanian tunes such as Time Warp, Toucha-Toucha-Touch Me, Over At Frankenstein Place, Sweet Transvestite, Hot Patootie, I Can Make You A Man, Eddie’s Teddy, Science Fiction, Dammit Janet, Wild And Untamed Thing and many more.


This show is vocally and musically outstanding with excellent performances from a superbly talented and slick cast.

They are Australia’s finest and most experienced Musical Theatre performers. Staring as the transsexual Frank N Furter is John O’Hara [Wicked, Rock of Ages, Jesus Christ Superstar, Oklahoma, High Society, The Rocky Horror Show, Cats, Eureka, Leader Of The Pack , The Boy From Oz, Shout].

As well as, Anna Burgess [The Producers, Anything Goes, Sweet Charity, 42nd Street, The Pajama Game] as the effervescent Groupie Columbia, Leigh Barker [Rent, West Side Story, Xmas Theatre Musical Hong Kong] as the strange and outlandish Riff Raff and his sister/lover Magenta is played by Sue Ellen Shook [Chorus Line, Moulin Rouge ].The creation Rocky is played by Tom Webb [Rocky Horror Show, Tokyo Disneyland] and Lucas Glover [Rocky Horror Show, Chicago, Starlight Express]. Luigi Lucente [Wicked] and Daniel Mottau [Lead Tenor Victorian Concert Orchestra, Grease 2: Live In Concert, Xmas Theatre Musical Hong Kong] are in the role of Mr. Brad Majors with fiancée Janet Weiss played by Gretel Scarlett [Wicked, Mamma mia]


Show Songs Include:

Time Warp 
Over at Frankenstein’s Place
Rose Tint My World
Toucha Touch Me
Dammit Janet
Don’t Dream It
Sweet Transvestite
Wild and Untamed Thing
Superheroes and many more...



Time Warp The Original Rocky Horror Tribute Show

Touring Queensland and Northern NSW
7th Feb Caloundra RSL
8th Feb Kedron Wavell RSL
9th Feb Emerald Town hall
10th Feb Jolly Collier Dysart
14th Feb Hervey Bay RSL
15th Feb Coffs Ex Services Club
16th Feb Lismore Workers Club
20th Feb Ipswich Civic Centre
21st Feb Ipswich Civic Centre
22nd Feb Twin Towns
23rd Feb Wynnum Manly Leagues Club
24th Feb City Golf Club Toowoomba

Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Ipswich Property Investment Seminar

A speaker with expertise and experience in successful property investment will provide you with:
  • Ways to legally reduce your income tax
  • How to borrow within your DIY Super Fund for property investment
  • Exiting new options with mortgage elimination products
  • Cash flow benefits created by investment in properties
  • The National Rental Affordability Scheme which could see you claiming over $100,000 over 10 years from State and Federal Governments to offset your investment
  • Our Quality Plan and Investment Strategy that provides peace of mind and security for the long term including 10 year rental guarantees and a 10 year Property Maintenance Plan
ParkTrent is committed to making the property investment experience as simple and rewarding as possible.
We want you to come and form your own opinions.
Venue Address: Metro Hotel Ipswich International ~ 43 South Street Ipswich QLD 4305
Start Time:  7:15pm for a 7:30pm start
Light refreshments will be provided at the end of the seminar. Come along and learn.
Register for this event:

Monday, December 3, 2012

Voice of Ireland” Tommy Fleming May 2013




Artist Network presents the “Voice of Ireland” Tommy Fleming, returning to Australia in May, 2013.

Tommy brings his own beautiful interpretation of classic and contemporary songs such as Bridge Over Troubled Water, The Isle of Innisfree, Something Inside So Strong, “the best version of Danny Boy - bar none” (Eric Clapton), and many others you know and love.

His recording and performing credentials speak for themselves; with over 32 platinum albums under his belt and has already brought his mesmerising voice to audiences around the world, performing in prestigious venues such as New York’s Carnegie Hall.  Returning to Australia for his third tour will delight his legion of Aussie fans with a reputation of drawing capacity crowds during his previous Australian tours.

A Tommy Fleming concert is a musical experience not to be missed. He has a universal appeal to all ages and backgrounds with a fan base that is growing stronger worldwide year by year.  Give your loved one a very special Christmas present they will never forget.

Tickets to Tommy’s concert will make a fabulous 2013 Mother’s Day gift for every Ipswich mum!

Tickets on sale now!



SHOW DETAILS
Dates: Sunday 12 May 2013 

Time: 7.00pm

Tickets: Adult $49.00  Concession/Student $47.00
Child $30..
Group 10+ $47.00

 

More Info: Music Concert

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HOW TO BOOK
Phone: 3810 6100 (Credit Card Only) Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm

In Person: Visit the Ticket Office located at: 143 Brisbane Street, Ipswich.
(Ipswich City Council
Customer Service Centre)
Monday - Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm

Buy Tickets Online
If you order online, you can now select your seat or let us choose the best available for your group.
 

Sunday, November 25, 2012

X-TRAIN – BLUEGRASS BAND FROM THE USA - What's On Ipswich, QLD



X-Train is a high energy bluegrass band featuring Ross Nickerson on banjo, Peter McLaughlin on acoustic guitar, Mark Miracle on mandolin and Bob Denoncourt on bass. The band offers traditional Bluegrass music, with world class banjo, guitar and mandolin picking, along with rock solid bass and superb three-part harmony singing. All the members of X-Train have toured throughout the world and played and recorded with numerous internationally renowned Bluegrass bands.

Ross Nickerson has toured extensively in the USA, Canada, Europe and Australia and has recently completed his latest instrumental CD “Just Kick It”.  Peter McLaughlin is a former Winfield National Flat Picking Champion and former member of the Laurie Lewis band and The Perfect Strangers. Mandolinist Mark Miracle is a lights out picker whose dazzling solos, solid back up and superb tenor vocals make him indispensable.  Bass player Bob Denoncourt is a veteran of top bluegrass bands from all over the USA.

X-Train has great fun performing on stage and their exciting brand of Bluegrass music, featuring superb instrumental work and brilliant harmonies, always leave audiences smiling.

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Metro Hotel Ipswich International Creates Better Access For All Guests - Metro Hotels

Metro Hotel Ipswich International was named 2012 Inclusive Community Champion in the Best Tourism Award category by Spinal Injuries Association for ensuring inclusivity and access for all people.

The Hotel was one of six Ipswich ‘champions’ recognised for creating a world of better access for all, not just in relation to disability and wheelchair access, but by ensuring everyone, from mothers with prams to elderly with medical conditions, has access to participate socially and economically.

Metro Hotel Ipswich International’s General Manager, Ted Matthews, said he and his staff were delighted to receive this Award.

“We are committed to ensuring our property gives equal access to all our guests, including the elderly and people with a disability, both in and around the hotel,” Mr Matthews said.

Metro Hotel Ipswich International offers lift access to all floors from the car park, with clearly marked disabled parking.  There are a number of rooms on each floor with disabled access and facilities, including wheelchair accessible bathrooms with open shower areas.

The showers are fitted with handrails, shower bars, moveable shower head and shower seats. Toilets are wheelchair accessible, and fitted with grip bars.


Entrance of Metro Hotel Ipswich International

On the ground floor, there is flat access to Platform 9 restaurant and lounge bar, function rooms and terrace, and to a disabled toilet.

People with disabilities and special needs should contact the hotel direct on (07) 3812 8077 before arrival for further information or to make the hotel aware of any special requirements.

Tuesday, October 2, 2012

THE RHYTHMS OF IRELAND Live At Civic Theatre Ipswich



Ireland’s most celebrated show, THE RHYTHMS OF IRELAND, will return to Australia in 2012.
WITH AN ALL NEW PRODUCTION - Following the highly-successful and critically acclaimed sell-out Australian and World tour , Ireland's most celebrated and elite company of dancers, THE RHYTHMS OF IRELAND, return with their awe-inspiring and innovative ALL NEW PRODUCTION to Australia ..

THE RHYTHMS OF IRELAND has been seen by over two-million worldwide amassing an unsurpassed reputation for their "stunningly executed performances". The incomparable quality and pure unadulterated spectacle of their work perfectly blends the ancient traditions of Irish dance and music with the innovative and flawlessly choreographed production values of contemporary Irish excellence.

Legend, folklore and enchantment are interwoven in a voyage of discovery without falling into the trap of sentimentality. That's not to deny that some passages make the hairs on the nape of the neck rise... the troupe's adaptation echoes the past as the dancers seem to fly across the stage to the beat of the bodhron by performers of zipping quality and enthusiasm make you want to clap in time, the best of the Irish experience, THE RHYTHMS OF IRELAND

Experience a spectacular evening of traditional Irish dance, music and song enhanced by stunning costumes, lighting and sound. This is indeed, THE RHYTHMS OF IRELAND.





 
SHOW DETAILS
Dates: Friday 5 October 2012
Time: 7.30pm
Tickets: Adult $64.90 |  Concession/Student/ Group 8+ $54.90  Child under 14 $44.90 |  Family of 4 $200 (2 adults and 2 children)
More Info: World Music and Dance
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HOW TO BOOK
Phone: 3810 6100 (Credit Card Only) Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm
In Person: Visit the Ticket Office located at:143 Brisbane Street, Ipswich
(Ipswich City Council
Customer Service Centre).
Monday - Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm
Buy Tickets Online
If you order online, you can now select your seat or let us choose the best available for your group