What's on at The Star in April

Sydney's premier place to play, The Star Sydney will host a packed calendar of thrilling dining and entertainment experiences with live music, comedy, trivia and special events this April.

 

The Star will welcome big name talent to the stage, including superstars Chris Isaak, Guy Sebastian, internationally acclaimed singing group, The Ten Tenors, electro outfits, The Stafford Brothers, and Cantopop queen all the way from Hong Kong, Sammi Cheng.

 

As Foundation Partner and the Official Entertainment Partner of the Australian Turf Club, The Star is delighted to extend the Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival fun with free post-event entertainment and dining specials.

 

Australian traditions will be embraced with special ANZAC Day commemorations, which will feature two-up and the chance to catch the ANZAC Day clash between the St George Dragons and Sydney Roosters from 4:00pm at 24/7 Sports Bar.

 

DINING

$25 Friday lunches at The Star | Fridays in April

Celebrate the end of the working week with a delicious one-course lunch for only $25 on Fridays at The Star. Available between 12:00pm and 2:30pm at signature restaurants, BLACK by ezard, Osteria Balla Manfredi and Sokyo Lounge. Treat yourself this Friday. For reservations and menus, visit star.com.au.

 

Singapore Hawker Style Pop-up | Daily until May

Discover the taste of Singapore's best street food at The Star's newly opened Singapore Hawker Style pop-up restaurant for a limited time until May. Open daily for lunch and dinner, chef Djohann Arneez is serving up a unique twist on Singapore's renowned hawker-style chow with hints of Chinese, Malay and Indian flavours. The pop-up is located at Level G, The Star Café Court.

 

Osteria Balla Manfredi, Chef's Autumn Menu | From 1 April

Experience a modern interpretation of Italian cuisine at Osteria Balla Manfredi with the new seasonal menu based on the freshest autumn produce. Choose from black pudding, red cabbage and white polenta ($18), Chestnut's trenette pasta with venison ragu ($26), veal fillet wrapped in prosciutto and sage with wild mushrooms ($43), or enjoy a mouth-watering dessert of vanilla and cinnamon poached quince with mascarpone cream ($13). Sample dishes individually, or indulge with a four-course menu degustation for $89 per person, or $129 per person with matching wines. For reservations, phone 1800 700 700.

 

 

 

ENTERTAINMENT

The Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival at The Star | 2 & 9 April

Then top off a great day at the races with a perfect finish at The Star. Look out for The Star hosts at Royal Randwick on Saturday, 2 and Saturday, 9 April to get your Passport to Play containing food and drink specials and enjoy a free ride to The Star on the complimentary coach. Celebrate in style with Champagne and Caviar pairings at BLACK by ezard and Sokyo.

Guy Sebastian at Rock Lily – Autumn Carnival Post-event performance | 2 April 

Keep the party going after the track and cap off the perfect day at Royal Randwick Racecourse with a free live performance by Australian pop megastar, Guy Sebastian at Rock Lily on Saturday, 2 April at 8:30pm.

 

Chris Isaak at The Star Event Centre | 6 (SOLD OUT) & 7 April

Californian crooner and The X Factor Australia judge, Chris Isaak will perform two huge shows at The Star Event Centre on Wednesday, 6 April and Thursday, 7 April at 8:00pm. Boasting an unparalleled 11 ARIA top 20 albums across his 30-year career, Isaak has sold upwards of a million albums in Australia alone. Audiences will be treated to an inspired performance of tracks from his latest release -First Comes The Night' as well as long running hits like -Wicked Game', -Forever Blue', -Baby Did A Bad Bad Thing' and -Somebody's Crying', all injected with Isaak's sly sense of humour and raw charisma. Tickets on sale now at Ticketek from $101.34*.

 

Touch Mi Sammi Cheng World Tour at The Star Event Centre | 22 & 23 April

Cantopop queen Sammi Cheng returns to Sydney with her Touch Mi World Tour on Friday, 22 April and Saturday, 23 April at 8:00pm. One of the most prominent and successful female artist in Hong Kong, Sammi Cheng is a versatile entertainer who has spent a quarter of a century on the stage and has achieved album sales of more than 30 million copies throughout Asia. Catch her soothing love medleys, complete with lively choreography and amazing costumes over two nights. Tickets on sale now at Ticketek from $191.67*.

 

The Ten Tenors at The Star Event Centre | 24 April

Experience The Power of Ten, an exhilarating celebration of the unique sound of the spectacular contemporary music group, The Ten Tenors on Sunday, 24 April from 3:00pm. Following 16 years of sell-out performances across the globe, including more than 2,000 of their own headline concerts, The Ten Tenors will take on some of the world's most-loved songs, with beloved classics by Puccini, Rossini and Verdi and artists including Michael Jackson, David Bowie, Bruno Mars, Fun and the Everly Brothers. Tickets on sale now at Ticketek from $100.93*.

 

Marquee Sundays: Stafford Brothers + DBSTF | 24 April

Australia's favourite electro duo, The Stafford Brothers, will throw a massive party at Marquee Sydney from 10:00pm on Sunday, 24 April, bringing a huge set with electro house DJs/producers from The Netherlands, D-Block & S-te-Fan. Matt and Chris Stafford's successful career spans more than a decade with breakout hits, -Wicked Child' and -Hello'. The brothers, who were crowned Australia's number one DJs three years in a row in the ITM Awards, are widely acclaimed for mixing The Electro House Sessions with Tommy Trash in 2007 and The Clubbers Guide To 2009. Tickets on sale from $23. For more details, visit www.marqueesydney.com

 

Check Your Head at Rock Lily | 24 April

If you fancy getting your groove on then look no further because Rock Lily's infamous RnB and Hip Hop night is back! Don't miss stepping back in time to the 90s with hot headline act, CDB on Sunday, 24 April from 8:00pm along with support acts Suite Az, DJ Troy T and DJ D Flat.

 

ANZAC Day at The Star | 25 April

Join us to commemorate ANZAC Day on Monday, 25 April with some true blue Aussie traditions, including two-up from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Catch the ANZAC Day clash between the Dragons and the Roosters on the giant LED mega screen from 4:00pm at 24/7 Sports Bar, with guest appearance by Brian Fletcher. Then kick on for free entertainment at Rock Lily from 7:00pm to complete a memorable day.

Rock with Laughter at Rock Lily | 28 April

Get ready for a night of free side-splitting fun at one of Sydney's premier comedy nights, -Rock with Laughter' on Thursday, 28 April from 7:30pm. Hosted by one of Australia's favourite comedians, Mikey Robins and featuring headline act, Sean Woodland, the show is guaranteed to bring the laughs.

 

We Will Rock You at Sydney Lyric | From 30 April

If you want to experience a worldwide smash hit musical, don't miss We Will Rock You. This awe-inspiring, hilarious production is playing at the Sydney Lyric theatre from Saturday, 30 April. Created by comedian and author Ben Elton, the show features more than 24 of Queen's biggest hit songs and was created with Queen's Brian May and Roger Taylor as music supervisors. Make it a night to remember with a pre-theatre meal at The Star. Book now at star.com.au.

 

Trivia night at Rock Lily | Tuesdays in April

Gather your mates together for a good laugh and a lively night at Rock Lily's Trivia night. Happening Every Tuesday in April, and including a first prize of $500 in cash and no cover charge, what have you got to lose? Come and challenge yourself and enjoy the entertainment.

 

Karaoke Nights at Rock Lily | Mondays in April

If you class yourself as a karaoke superstar and you're looking for the best karaoke night in Sydney, then head to Rock Lily and step into the spotlight. From 7:00pm every Monday, this free, intimate live music hub is bubbling with fresh talent and karaoke wannabes belting out their favourite hits.

 

Friday Night Football at 24/7 Sports Bar | Fridays in April

Friday night football has returned to 24/7 Sports Bar! Catch all the NRL action live, large and loud every Friday night on the giant LED mega screen. With great food and beverage offers, special guests, and room for all your mates, it's the next best thing to being at the game!

 

For more information about what's on at The Star in April, please visit www.star.com.au.