Thursday, June 30, 2011

Breaking News From The Australian Dance Festival

Breaking News From The Australian Dance Festival

WHO WILL WIN A HOLLYWOOD TOUR + RETURN FLIGHTS TO L.A. IN THE DANCE AROUND THE WORLD SOLO COMPETITION?

We've just confirmed that SourceDance will be donating a 14 Day Hollywood Tour in July 2012 to the grand prize for the Dance Around The World Solo Competition
This means that the winner will receive:

Return Flights From Australia To L.A.
Hotel Accommodation - 13 Nights (share 4 per room)
Ground Transportation to all scheduled HOLLYWOOD TOUR events
Carnival Choreography
Professionally designed costume for Choreographer’s Carnival
Performance in the Choreographer’s Carnival Ball for those 16 years and older
Seminar and audition with LA’s most prestigious Dance Agency - MSA
2012 Hollywood Tour T-Shirt
Dinner Party
Universal Studios Admission
Lasar Tag Admission
2012 Hollywood Tour DVD
Shopping time will also be provided!

The package DOES NOT include meals, shopping, attractions, or ground transportation to non-scheduled Hollywood Tour events

The prize package is valued at over $4,000!
Have You Registered To Compete in The Dance Around The World Solo Comp?To find out more about the Dance Around The World Solo Competition, and how to enter, please click here

HAIRSPRAY, THE MUSICAL HAS OPENED IN SYDNEY!....AND THE AUSTRALIAN DANCE FESTIVAL WAS THERE AT THE OPENING NIGHT

If you want the inside story from the stars, the choreographer and the director of Hairspray, then check out our interviews with:

* Jason Coleman - The Choreographer Click here
* Jack Chambers - Winner of 2008 SYTYCD and playing the lead role of "Link Larkin" Click here
* Jaz Flowers - Playing Tracy Turnblad Click here

* David Atkins - The Director Click HereThe show is absolutely amazing! The singing, dancing and staging is "to die for!". If you haven't bought tickets to see, it what are you waiting for? Better yet, if you're coming from interstate for the Australian Dance Festiva in September, why not schedule to see Hairspray in the same trip?

JASON COLEMAN WORKSHOP

On Saturday the 30th of July at 12, come to an amazing dance workshop with Jason Coleman!!! Jason's diverse talent has been in great demand since arriving in Sydney as a 17 year old in 1987. As a dancer, actor, choreographer and more recently director, he has covered more show business territory than most. Jason has worked as a choreographer and dance consultant in stage, television, feature film Happy Feet and most recently as a judge of "So you think you can dance- Australia"

The workshop is $50 per person call 9744 9743 or 0403189591 to book your spot!!! Unit D10 27-29 Fariola St Silverwater. Get in ASAP as places are limited!!!

BANGARRA DANCE THEATRE'S "BELONG"

Rekindling Indigenous culture, internationally acclaimed Bangarra Dance Theatre has created an original and breathtaking theatrical experience - Belong.

Belong features two new dance theatre works: ID by Artistic Director Stephen Page, and About by Elma Kris, choreographer and dancer with Bangarra.

Stephen Page investigates what it means to be Aboriginal in the 21^st century, asking important questions of identity. Based on personal observations of people tracing their bloodlines and re-connecting with traditional culture, ID provokes perceptions in contemporary society.

Torres Strait Islander Elma Kris is inspired by customs passed down through families for generations. Reflecting the strong links between communities and their natural environment, About explores the mood of the winds as they move across land, sea and sky signifying key moments in time.

At the heart of Bangarra Dance Theatre are challenging social and political questions. As Indigenous people, who are we and where do we belong?

Bangarra creates a truly Australian theatrical experience that connects the spirit of traditional culture with our contemporary lives. Always uplifting and deeply moving, Belongtransforms perceptions of the places we call home.

For more details about the Belong national tour, visit: http://www.bangarra.com.au/

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Media Personality Nikki Phillips Launches her business venture NIKKINC

Nikki Phillips

Photography Eva Rinaldi

Nikkinc courses will cover Catwalk Training, Grooming, Deportment, Nutrition and Exercise, make-up and Hair class, Talking to camera, Public Speaking, Posing for PhotoshootS with top fashion photographers.

Whether they are interested in modeling, TV presenting or are just shy and need a boost, attendees will learn how to build and strengthen their self belief and confidence about themselves.

“We pride ourselves on helping build that confidence whilst also teaching helpful skills that later can be applied to auditioning or interviewing for their first job,” shared Nikki.

Instructors are drawn predominately from the fashion and media industries and so the course will provide an excellent grounding for those who look to a career in these industries.

The first two day course will take place Thursday/Friday 14/15th July and is $890.00 for each student. For more information and to make a booking visit the website.

Nikkinc
www.nikkinc.com.au.

Photography
http://www.evarinaldi.com/

Model Nikki Phillips Launches NIKKINC at the Passage Sydney

Whether they are interested in modeling, TV presenting or are just shy and need a boost, attendees will learn how to build and strengthen their self belief and confidence about themselves.

“We pride ourselves on helping build that confidence whilst also teaching helpful skills that later can be applied to auditioning or interviewing for their first job,” shared Nikki.

Instructors are drawn predominately from the fashion and media industries and so the course will provide an excellent grounding for those who look to a career in these industries.

The first two day course will take place Thursday/Friday 14/15th July and is $890.00 for each student. For more information and to make a booking visit the website

www.nikkinc.com.au.

Monday, June 27, 2011

Sydney Wildlife World welcomes the birth of Joey Koala Boonda

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

To Celebrate the birth of it's new koala named Boonda, Sydney Wildlife World launched KOALA HQ to help raise much needed awareness regarding the importance of conserving on of Australia's most iconic and adored marsupials in July 2011.

To coincide with July school holidays, KOALA HQ will offer visitors an up close and personal glimpse of Boonda, the new Joey Koala, in it's open air habitat.

Daily talks will also take place on the hour between 4.00pm and offer visitors an insight into the importance of saving Australia's favourite icon and debunk some popular myths around our fluffy little friends.

Sydney Wildlife World's resident vet, Dr Sam Gilchrist, said the Joey is going through an important stage of bonding with it's mother Elle, who is carefully guarding and protecting the little Joey during it's early months.

"The new Joey at Sydney Wildlife World provides us with a timely reminder on the importance in continuing to raise awareness on the critical steps that need to be taken for ensuring a safe future for Australia's Koala population."

Photography Eva Rinaldi

websites

Sydney Wildlife World

http://www.sydneywildlifeworld.com.au/

Eva Rinaldi Photography

http://www.evarinaldi.com/

SHARNI VINSON gets Hollywood Treatment

Sharni Vinson & Ali Daher (Hollywood Treatment)

Photography Eva Rinaldi

Sharni Vinson (born July 22, 1983) is an Australian model, actress and dancer known for her work in the soap opera Home and Away and the film Step Up 3D.

The Aussie actor joined the cast of Universal's “Blue Crush 2 proving that surfing and bikinis are a woefully under-appreciated combination.

We can’t wait for the DVD/Blu-ray to come out June 29th, 2011. Don’t forget to look for Roxy Team Rider Rosie Hodge in the movie!

Check out Sharni Vinson Interview at www.hollywoodtreatment.net

Sunday, June 26, 2011

Miley Cyrus rocks out at Sydney Acer Arena

Eva Rinaldi Photography

Teen sensation Miley opens her concert wearing thigh-high boots tight leather shorts, killer heels and a black Silver studded bustier.

Cyrus rocks out with a group of talented back up dancers singing Liberty Walk, the 18-year-old embraces her post Hannah Montana life with a strut that won't be sanctioned by Disney.

The Gypsy Heart tour marks Cyrus’ first visit to Australia. “The Gypsy Heart tour is a dream come true. Not only because of all the beautiful cities I will get to visit, but all of the beautiful people I will get to meet.

Gypsy Heart is not just a tour for me, but a mission to spread love,” stated Cyrus. The live show will feature music from Cyrus’ latest solo album “Can’t Be Tamed,” and much more.

Since being introduced to local audiences as Hannah Montana in 2006, Miley Cyrus has released a staggering ten albums and sold in excess of 500,000 singles in Australia.

Last year, Miley Cyrus released the ARIA Top 5, Gold accredited album Can’t Be Tamed, which generated a Gold selling single of the same name. To date, Miley has achieved 3 x Platinum and 3 x Gold records in Australia, as well as 2 x Double Platinum singles (The Climb, Party in the USA), one Platinum single (See You Again), and 4 Gold singles including 7 Things and When I Look At You.

http://www.mileycyrus.com/

http://www.kerryobrienpublicity.com.au/

http://www.dcegroup.com/

http://www.musicnewsaustralia.com/

http://www.evarinaldi.com/

Miley Cyrus Gypsy Heart Tour does Sydney

The Gypsy Heart tour marks Cyrus’ first visit to Australia. “The Gypsy Heart tour is a dream come true. Not only because of all the beautiful cities I will get to visit, but all of the beautiful people I will get to meet. Gypsy Heart is not just a tour for me, but a mission to spread love,” stated Cyrus. The live show will feature music from Cyrus’ latest solo album “Can’t Be Tamed,” and much more.

Since being introduced to local audiences as Hannah Montana in 2006, Miley Cyrus has released a staggering ten albums and sold in excess of 500,000 singles in Australia.

Last year, Miley Cyrus released the ARIA Top 5, Gold accredited album Can’t Be Tamed, which generated a Gold selling single of the same name. To date, Miley has achieved 3 x Platinum and 3 x Gold records in Australia, as well as 2 x Double Platinum singles (The Climb, Party in the USA), one Platinum single (See You Again), and 4 Gold singles including 7 Things and When I Look At You.

http://www.mileycyrus.com/

http://www.musicnewsaustralia.com/

http://www.evarinaldi.com/

Saturday, June 25, 2011

U14/1 fly the flag for AJFC in the State Cup - still!!

Congratulations to the U14/1 who won a nail-biting penalty shoot-out on Sunday to progress to the semi-finals of the State Cup.

The semi will be played on Sun July 3rd vs Miranda - venue TBA

websites

http://www.ajfc.net.au/website/

The future of soccer shines at Abbotsford despite rain, by Eva Rinaldi

Joseph Rinaldi

It was soccer mums heaven (or hell) depending upon what side of the score your kid's team was sitting on.

Today was the return of the pro active soccer season at Abbotford Park in Sydney's inner west.

First up it was the young ladies with the Abbotsford Girls (division 2) VS the Canterbury Girls (division 1). The game was a thrashing with Canterbury beating Abbotsford 17 - Nil. Yes, you read correctly - sorry local readers. Sometimes at junior soccer level the teams are not evenly matched, and to say that's what happened here is an understatement. Somehow Abbotsford Girls players, mums and dads could still crack a smile.

Then it was the boys which I was really excited about. My son Joseph is one of the star players and today he also got to break in his new soccer boots.

The day at first looked liked the rain had cleared up. I had my camera on me and I sensed it was going to be a memorable day. Next thing the rain stared to team down, and then almost simultaneously the game kicked off.

It was the Abbotsford Wolves VS Abbotsford the later being two years more senior.

For the majority of the first half the visitors were besting the Wolves, but what us soccer parents had noticed in the our home boys was that they were not willing to sit down and drown. No, they were swimming, not drowning, even if most of the game was in the Wolves half. Then disaster struck. Abbotsford scored and then again 10 minutes later, another, and it was 2 - Nil.

I don't know what coach Keith Walker told my son's team at half time, but it can't have been too bad.

Both teams ran back onto the paddock like champions and some top notch soccer began to play out. It reminded me of some of the better games of the FIFA World Cup finals. Just saying. The skill demonstrated by both teams far exceeded the age in years.

Fifteen minutes into the second half at Ricky Morsello from the Wolves scored, some great lead up work from Harry Pown, Thomas Louie and Joseph Rinaldi.

Another 10 minutes elapsed, with both teams getting about the same about of time in each others half, and then Thomas went for a long shot 40 meter kick aimed at the oppositions goal. It missed by only a meter, but may have attracted the biggest applause and shout outs by soccer moms and dads.

Five minutes later and Morsello scored again. What we didn't all realise at the time is that this evened the game to 2 - All. A remarkable effort by the Wolves who were dwarfed in size, age and experience.

When the final whilst blew you could have sworn The Wolves has won, and mums and dads elated, but both teams enjoyed a solid applause, as well they might, having demonstrated great skill, especially considering it was the start of the season, and all looking like drenched rats.

Today the game of soccer was the winner, and was anyone who turned up to witness this neighbourhood friendly war. Thank you to everyone who was part of today's soccer fever at Abbotsford. It will always be a special day to remember for my family and I, and I hope we get to enjoy more soccer games of this calibre. Everyone who was part of it - give yourselves an applause - we were all winners.