Heading for its first season at the Adelaide Fringe, "The Beautiful and the Damned" has only two shows left for audiences to catch.

Tickets are only available for Thursday 23rd of February and Saturday 25th of February. Inspired by its namesake novel," The Beautiful and the Damned" is a burlesque night of pure Jazz Age decadence.

Produced by Tasmanian burlesque troupe Miss Kitty's Meow, Tasmania's finest burlesque performers perform alongside local Adelaide performers and headline act, Victoria's Bella de Jac.

Miss Kitty's Meow promise a night harking back to the Roaring Twenties.

If flapper antics, glamorous vixens and silver screen sirens aren't enough to ruffle your feathers, the exquisite cast are ready to move you beyond the shimmer and sparkle, into the dark undercurrent of the Cafe Society.

With performances from Bella de Jac (VIC), Miss Kitty's Meow (TAS), Luna Eclipse (ADL), Lucy Sky Diamond (TAS), Zara (TAS) and MC Kevin Kopfestein this will be an enchanting evening of glamour, seduction, decadence and depravity.

Don't miss out on the remaining tickets

Dates: The Beautiful and the Damned has two shows remaing Thursday February 23rd 2012 Saturday February 25th 2012 10:45pm – 11:45pm (10 minute interval) 

Location: The Beautiful and the Damned is proudly hosted by Gluttony (nominated Best Fringe venue 2011)

Catch the show in the Excess Theatre Cnr of East Terrace and Grenfell Sts, Adelaide

Tickets: Adults $24; Concession $20; Fringe Benefits $10

Tickets from www.adelaidefringe.com.au or 1300 FRINGE or from Fringe Tix outlets.

http://www.adelaidefringe.com.au

Photo by Tor Baumann of B551

The Adelaide 36ers have a double road trip this weekend, taking on the Melbourne Tigers tonight at ‘The Cage’ and take on Townsville on Sunday evening at ‘The Swamp’.

Adelaide had an intense week of training and have prepared for a physical weekend against the two teams.

Adelaide 36ers Chief Executive Officer, Leeanne Grantham said that it has been a good break for the team since their Australia Day eve game against Townsville.

“The team has come back refreshed from a mini break and had a great week at training,”

“We are looking forward to playing Melbourne tonight and Townsville on Sunday afternoon,”

“We have one of the youngest starting five’s in the league and they are constantly improving, which is wonderful to see.”

Both games on the weekend will be telecast on ONE HD at 10.30pm Adelaide time on Friday night and Sunday night and will give the fans an  opportunity to see the team in action.

Fans can also follow the game on live stats on www.nbl.com.au.

The Adelaide 36ers next home game is at 4pm, Sunday February 12, at the Adelaide Arena.

Tickets are available for the home game through www.proticket.com.au and start from $20 for adults.

For information on the Adelaide 36ers, please phone 8345 0900 or visit www.adelaide36ers.com

‘We as Art, We as Artists’ is a special collaborative project from a group of like‐minded Adelaide musicians which will debut at the Adelaide Fringe. Initiated by singer‐songwriter Mary Webb, the line‐up also includes members of popular folk‐rock band The Timbers, as well as 2012 Telstra Road to Discovery Songwriter Award winner, Kelly Menhennett – just to name a few.

The performance is based around the re‐arrangement of 12 existing songs, two from each singer‐songwriter in the collective. The new arrangements will see the songs performed as a chorus of voices; backed by violin, cello and percussion.

To expand on the musical experience; an art exhibition will be incorporated into the shows with a range of drawings and paintings on display, all of which have been inspired by the songs. The art will also be projected onto a screen on stage as the music is performed.

While the collaborative approach is similar to acts such as Seeker Lover Keeper and The Basement Birds, the musical style of ‘We as Art, We as Artists’ leans more towards the folk/roots genre, with the new arrangements giving the songs an interesting classical‐jazz twist.

A love of harmonies is what inspired Mary Webb to bring together this group of singer‐songwriters and seasoned musicians.
“As a solo artist you often get stuck singing alone,” she said.
“You can sing harmonies on a record – but it’s hard to re‐create that sound in a live setting. Plus it’s not quite the same as singing in harmony with other people where you can bounce off of each other.”

“This project is also about realising an existing song’s potential, and broadening its possibilities.”

Bookings through FringeTix – 1300 FRINGE (1300 374 643) or www.adelaidefringe.com.au

February 29, March 1 & 4 at 8.00pm
The Grace Emily Hotel, 232 Waymouth St, Adelaide
Tickets:
Adult $18.00 Concession $14.00
BankSA Customer and Fringe Benefits $15.00
Bank SA Support Act $10.00

The AFTA Sunday Mail Holiday Expo is South Australia's biggest and longest running travel show, celebrating 31 years in 2012, starting this Friday.

Philip Styles, Exhibition Director says that the event is like going online searching for your ultimate holiday destination except there are real people telling you about real experiences.

"The key element that is unique about this expo is  that it provides consumers with the confidence to stop dreaming and start planning their next holiday. it is a one stop travel planning shop with all of the experts together under one roof."

More than 150 exhibitors and their staff will have the latest information on thousands of holiday ideas and the best available tour packages and prices.

All areas are covered with information on the widest possible range of local, interstate and overseas holiday ideas. Visist the Expo cinema sessions to sit back and experience on the big screen your next holiday.

Being Australia's original truly independent holiday and travel consumer expo not only can you speak directly with principals, operators and wholesalers, airlines and travel authorities but you can book directly with numerous accredited AFTA agencies including Bunnik Tours, City Centre Travel, Cruiseabout, Four-Z's Travel & Tours, Harvey World Travel, Holidays of Australia, Jetset Norwood, Momento Travel Services, Phil Hoffman Travel, RAA, Thor Travel and Travelworld Blackwood.

What: AFTA Sunday Mail Holiday Expo

When: Friday 3 February 2012 4.00pm – 8.00pm

                 Saturday 4 February 2012 10.00am – 5.00pm

                 Sunday 5 February 2012 10.00am – 5.00pm

Where:  Adelaide Convention Centre, North terrace, Adelaide

Cost: Adults $9.00, Seniors/Concession $8.00, Students $7.00

Visit www.adelaideholidayexpo.com.au for more information.

Photo Credit SATC

Zhivago is pleased to announce that they have moved to 54 Currie Street Basement Adelaide.

After eight years in Light Square, they are now in a brand new, much larger, basement space in the West End district, close to the heart of the city.

Established in 2003 as an intimate World Music club, Zhivago quickly gained a reputation for being a casual creative space where people comfortably mingle, converse and dance the night away.

They evolved in 2005 changing the music and the feel of the club, becoming one of Adelaide’s most intriguing and talked about clubs in the West End.

They are fortunate to have consistently experienced a strong trade over the years, based on their loyal crowd following. After weekly line ups becoming a common occurrence, they decided to expand the club to accommodate all, and take it to the next level! They have doubled their capacity to 250 allowing for more vibrant revelling.

A brand-new element they’re incorporating into the Zhivago experience is the introduction of their two exclusive bar areas that can be hired for private parties with service provided by their gorgeous “Strut Crew.” They will serve drinks to your table and provide the ultimate experience in Nightclub hospitality.

Another signature feature is their dedication to art, so they’ve enlisted the talented services of their favourite prominent Adelaide Street Artists, Tarns (87, Coldkrush Gallery) and Monk (96, Toy soldiers Member).

So put on your best threads, and strap yourself in for the wild ride that is the Zhivago Experience. Friday nights “Skream”, Saturday nights “High Heels”, and Industry night is “Black Cheery Sundays.” For more information on their featured nights and music line-ups, check out the guide on their new
website www.zhivago.com.au or in the street press.

Many remember her as Mia the Pink Fairy from the Rundle Street Markets, but this fairy, Taya Saturn, has taken on a new project and opened her first retail store, ill-gotten gains, in the heart of Thebarton’s rock’n’roll triangle on George street.

“Our deal at ill-gotten gains is a blend of rock, pin up, vintage, glam with a dash of Taya” says Taya Saturn, “we stock fashion for men, women and kids with new, vintage and everything in between.”

ill-gotten gains has secured a range of sought after, alternative brands, such as Pin-up Clothing,

“I am very excited to have these awesome brands in my store” says Taya, “in my world they are a very big deal!”

Situated amongst a cafe, rehearsal space, and guitar shop, ill-gotten gains completes the regeneration of this tiny row of shops on the City’s fringe, diagonally opposite iconic live music pub, The Wheatsheaf.

“Its really nice to be a part of this community of businesses which are all independent, locally owned, and run by folk working hard to provide something a bit different to the mainstream, done with love.” says Taya.

Regarding the timing of starting a retail business when daily news reports hail the weakening of the sector, Taya explains,

“I know the retail sector is down at the moment, but at least that will mean the only way is up, and that’s why I have tried to keep prices at a very reasonable level for my customers” says Taya.

ill-gotten gains has been open since Dec 23 but will be hosting an official VIP launch party on the 17 Feb.

What: ill-gotten gains
Where: 56 George St, Thebarton SA 5031
When: Thur – Fri 10.30am – 5pm, Sat – Sun 11am – 5pm
Who: Taya Saturn (Formerly Mia the Pink Fairy)
Why: Alternative fashion for men, women and kids.

Longview is a family owned vineyard located just outside the historic township of Macclesfield in the Adelaide Hills. Set on undulating slopes reminiscent of classic old world estates, it has quickly established itself as one the most awarded vineyards in the region since its first vintage in 2001.

With gorgeous 4 star accommodation, breathtaking views from our cellar door, immensely popular Sunday tapas and a most sought after function centre, Longview Vineyard is more than just a premium wine producer: it is one of the most impressive wine tourism destinations in South Australia and the 'Pick of the Adelaide Hills'.

http://www.longviewvineyard.com.au/

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Longview-Vineyard
Twitter: https://twitter.com/LongviewWines
 

Country Club Hotels & Resorts are a supplier of premier accommodation facilities found in locations throughout South Australia to suit your travel needs. 

The Country Club Hotels and Resorts team manage and operate a number of accommodation properties across South Australia including the Clare Valley, Fleurieu Peninsula (Victor Harbor), Adelaide City, North Adelaide, Limestone Coast (Naracoorte), Murraylands (Mannum) and the Mid North (Port Pirie). 

The properties are popular for both corporate & leisure, not just supplying accommodation, but also able to cater for events such as conferences, meetings, golf trips, weddings, gala dinner celebrations or intimate occasions.

www.countryclubs.com.au

McCracken Country Club 
McCracken Drive (PO Box 521)
Victor Harbor SA 5211
phone (08) 8551 0200
fax (08) 8551 0280
email mccracken@countryclubs.com.au

Clare Country Club
White Hut Road (PO Box 696)
Clare SA 5453
phone (08) 8842 1060
fax (08) 8842 1042
email clare@countryclubs.com.au

Adelaide Meridien Hotel & Apartments
21- 39 Melbourne Street, North Adelaide
SA 5006
phone (08) 8267 3033 fax (08) 8239 0275
email meridien@countryclubs.com.au

Mannum Motel
Cnr Randell & Cliff Street,
Mannum SA 5238
phone (08) 8569 1808
fax (08) 8569 1453
email mannum@countryclubs.com.au

John Pirie Motor Inn
166 – 174 Warnertown Road,
Port Pirie SA 5540
phone (08) 8632 4200
fax (08) 8632 3959
email pirie@countryclubs.com.au

Adelaide Royal Coach
24 Dequetteville Terrace,
Kent Town,
Adelaide SA 5067
phone (08) 8362 5676
fax (08) 8363 2180
email royalcoach@countryclubs.com.au

Naracoorte Hotel/Motel
73 Ormerod Street,
Naracoorte SA 5271
phone (08) 8762 2400
fax (08) 8762 0022
email naracoorte@countryclubs.com.au 

Robern Menz is a fourth generation family business producing some of Australia's favourite treats. As South Australia's largest confectioner, Robern Menz produces such icons as Menz FruChocs, Menz Crown Mints, Medlow Fruit Gels and more.

Robern Menz products are available nationally at Coles, Woolworths and other retailers. There are also two Robern Menz factory outlets, with one located in Glynde and the other in McLaren Vale.

For more information, delicious recipes or to order Robern Menz products online, visit the website.

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/menzfruchocs
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MenzFruchocs

The hunt is on for Adelaide’s hottest young socialite to become the first ever Face of Adelaide Casino Adelaide Cup.

The winner will make a Cinderella-esque transformation into being the glamorous go-to-girl for up-to-the-minute accounts of what’s happening and who’s hot around Adelaide, as well as trackside at Adelaide’s premier race day.

This once in a lifetime opportunity will give the lucky winner the chance to carve out a niche for herself as a commentator of fashion, style and entertainment.

Adelaide Casino General Manager, David Christian, says the Face of Adelaide Casino Adelaide Cup will be confident, fashionable and have a love for social media.

“The winner will be an ambassador for Adelaide Casino Adelaide Cup, becoming the eyes and ears of Adelaide’s premier race day as well as all things happening in Mad March.

“We look forward to discovering the newest IT girl around town and seeing her make her mark on Adelaide’s social set,” said Mr Christian.

The winning entrant will receive $5000 worth of prizes including:
• Samsung Galaxy Smartphone
• Samsung Tablet
• 8GB Data package
• $2000 wardrobe from Liza Emanuele
• $500 gift voucher for North restaurant at Adelaide Casino
• $500 gift voucher for Chandelier Bar at Adelaide Casino
• $500 Janesce gift voucher

Entrants are required to submit a video of 30 seconds to two minutes duration, from your phone or camera, outlining “Your Adelaide and why you love it!” A panel of celebrity judges, including fashion designer Liza Emanuele and Glam Adelaide's Kelly Noble, will look for personality, presentation skills, grooming and deportment.

The first ever Face of Adelaide Casino Adelaide Cup will then use Facebook and Twitter to keep people updated on what’s happening around town in the lead up to Adelaide Casino Adelaide Cup, as well as on race day and during the rest of Mad March.

To enter, search for ‘The Face of Adelaide Casino Adelaide Cup’ on Facebook or visit www.livelargeguide.com.au