Julie Andrews in Sydney

Additional Tickets Released For Julie Andrews’ First Australian Tour

Producers John Frost and Phil Bathols today released final tickets for each performance of An Evening with Julie Andrews. Julie Andrews, one of the most beloved stage and screen performers of all time, will visit Australia in May this year for the first time, to appear on stage in Brisbane, Perth, Sydney, Adelaide and Melbourne. An Evening with Julie Andrews takes audiences on an incredible journey through the life and career of one of the world’s most popular icons. From her London stage debut at the age of 12 to her defining roles in Mary Poppins, The Sound of Music, Victor/Victoria and The Princess Diaries, Julie Andrews' extraordinary life story will unfold in a frank and funny evening of personal memories and insights spanning six decades. This very special event will be hosted by Nicholas Hammond, the American-born Australian actor who played Friedrich von Trapp in the film The Sound of Music opposite Julie Andrews. Click here to be a Princess to meet and see the True Princess Julie Andrews  Julie Andrews made her Broadway debut in The Boy Friend, and subsequent theatre credits include My Fair Lady (NY Drama Critics Award, Tony nomination), Camelot (Tony nomination) and Victor/Victoria. Once established as a Broadway star, Ms Andrews made her iconic film debut in Mary Poppins which earned her an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award and a BAFTA Award. Her other film credits include The Sound of Music (Academy Award nomination, Golden Globe Award), Thoroughly Modern Millie, Darling Lili, 10, Victor/Victoria (Academy Award nomination, Golden Globe Award), The Princess Diaries films, and most recently the Shrek films, Enchanted, The Tooth Fairy and Despicable Me. Ms Andrews work on television began with her Emmy-nominated performance in Cinderella in 1957, followed by The Julie Andrews Hour (Emmy Award), Julie and Carol Specials (Emmy nomination), Sounds of Christmas (Emmy nomination), Eloise at the Plaza, Eloise at Christmastime and On Golden Pond. In addition to her stage and screen work, Ms. Andrews is an accomplished bestselling author and lauded philanthropist. She joined forces with her daughter to create the children’s book imprint, The Julie Andrews Collection which has released 27 books to date. Julie Andrews has been a beloved and much-honored star of stage, screen, television and recordings for more than half a century. For the first time in Australia, don't miss this personal audience with the multi-award winning treasure of musical stage and screen. AN EVENING WITH JULIE ANDREWS Accompanied by Special Guest Host Nicholas Hammond SYDNEY Venue:                  State Theatre, Sydney Date:                      Friday 24 May and Saturday 25 May Time:                     8.00pm Price:                     From $95.00 (transaction fees apply)

André Rieu to Tour Australia - The Waltz Tour Goes On

Violin master André Rieu, one of the best-selling live acts in the world, is delighted to announce he is returning to Australia with a brand new show in October 2013. Called "And The Waltz Goes On Tour", the tour is named after his successful album on which he collaborated with Sir Anthony Hopkins. Rieu will perform in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth.

Billboard ranked his 2011 tour as the 9th highest grossing tour of the year, just behind Lady Gaga. He has broken all classical concert records, packing stadiums and arenas with more than 700,000 adoring fans each year. Rieu has sold over 32 million albums globally and received 330 platinum awards for his albums. With his natural charisma, Rieu conducts his 60-piece Johann Strauss Orchestra and plays his 1732 Stradivarius violin to create a celebratory atmosphere.

"Every night when I play around the whole world, I see with my own eyes what the waltz does with the audience. People get out of their seats and waltz in the aisles spontaneously. They sing, they smile and for a moment they forget all their worries and are happy. That is why this tour is an ode to the waltz!" says André Rieu.

As always, the maestro and his orchestra will perform beautiful waltzes on this tour, but the concerts are much more than that. From famous Viennese operettas to film scores, spirituals to musicals, and from folk songs to marches; Rieu's concerts are a perfect mix of thrilling, romantic, festive and emotional melodies combined with surprises, balloons, beautiful soloists and of course Rieu's great sense of humor.

So far, 2012 has been a hugely successful year for the violinist. Rieu gave a record breaking series of 30 sold-out concerts in Sao Paulo, Brazil. He won a Classic BRIT award for his album "And The Waltz Goes On" and is nominated for a prestigious Mexican Luna award. With his first tour in Brazil Rieu reached the #1 position in Pollstar’s Box Office Chart of highest grossing tours in July. Leaving behind artist like Lady Gaga, Bruce Springsteen, Radiohead, Coldplay, Celine Dion, The Black Keys and Pearl Jam.

TOUR DATES*:

Sat 12 Oct - Brisbane Entertainment Centre
Wed 16 Oct - Allphones Arena Sydney
Sat 19 Oct - Rod Laver Arena Melbourne
Wed 23 Oct - Adelaide Entertainment Centre
Tue 29 Oct - Perth Arena
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Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour

Located in the Sydney Central Business District (CBD), Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour has 26 spacious guest apartments.

Our 3 ½ star fully serviced one bedroom loft-style apartments provide you with many of the creature comforts of home. The well equipped kitchen and laundry facilities in your room are ideal for longer stays and provide you with plenty of room to relax and enjoy your stay. Each of the well appointed rooms also has a LCD television with 28 free Foxtel channels, telephone, free WiFi, ensuite bathroom and small balcony.

It's all about the views! Imagine standing on your own private balcony with a relaxing drink and watching the sun set over Darling Harbour. Well that's exactly how you could enjoy the end to another day when you next stay with us in one of our Executive Apartments located on levels 4-7.

Located perfectly in the heart of the city, Metro Apartments Darling Harbour is within easy access of all major attractions such as, the Sydney Aquarium, IMAX Theatre, Cockle Bay Restaurants, Maritime Museum, Chinatown - restaurants and taverns, Sydney Entertainment Centre, Powerhouse Museum and the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre. 

All the fun and excitement of Sydney's shopping, entertainment and tourist attractions are within minutes from your doorstep.

It's a fact that the location, well appointed rooms and the views are what make Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour such an ideal accommodation option for both the business and leisure traveler.

PLEASE NOTE: 

*** For the comfort of all our guests and tenants, this property has a "No Party" policy. Only registered guests are permitted in the property after 10.00pm.
*** The property is a NON smoking property. However, guests can smoke on their own private balcony.
*** There are approximately 12 steep stairs leading into the property. If you require assistance with your luggage, please do not hesitate to ask at reception.
*** We do not have a car park on site but do have a discount agreement with a public parking station.

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Standard Apartment

One Bedroom Loft Style Apartment

• 1 x Queen bed & 1 x Sofa Bed
• Maximum 4 occupants

One bedroom mezzanine style apartment with bedroom and bathroom upstairs.
Fully equipped kitchen and lounge room with balcony downstairs.

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Executive Apartment

• 1 x Queen bed & 1 x Sofa Bed
• Guaranteed Darling Harbour View
• Maximum 4 occupants

One bedroom mezzanine style apartment with bedroom and bathroom upstairs. Fully equipped kitchen and lounge room with balcony downstairs. The same comfortable features as our Standard Apartment, PLUS enormous cathedral style windows from floor to ceiling with stunning Darling Harbour views.

Services

• Laundry/dry-cleaning services
• Tour Desk
• 32" LCD TV
• 28 FREE Foxtel channels
• Wireless Internet in all apartments

Additonal Information

There are approximately 12 steep stairs leading into the property. As these apartments are a loft sytle, they are not suitable for small children, therefore we suggest our single level apartments on King Street. See Metro Apartments on King Street.

• 100% smoke-free.
• 3 1/2 Star fully serviced one bedroom loft-style apartments

Operating Hours

Reception

• 24 hours, 7 days
• Check-in time 2.00 PM
• Check-out time 10.00 AM

Metro Apartments on Darling Harbour

• 132-136 Sussex St Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia
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