The Rolling Stones Setto Rock Macao for the First Time March 9, 2014at The Venetian Macao
Ladies and Gentlemen they are back! The Rolling Stones announced today that they will play The Venetian Macao’s Cotai Arena March 9, 2014 as part of THE ROLLING STONES 14 ON FIREtourpresented by Prudential Corporation Asia together with its asset management arm Eastspring Investments.
“This is a landmark event for Macao and for Sands China,” said Edward Tracy, President and Chief Executive Officer of Sands China Ltd. “The Rolling Stones are a global phenomenon.They’ve made history with decades of releasing albums and touring, andto bring them to Macao is sensational. At Sands China we are committed to bringing the best of the best to Macao through our multi-tiered entertainment strategy, delivering ever-exciting, highly-diverse shows to establish Macao as a top entertainment hub in Asia, widening both the scope and quality of options for visitors and locals alike.”
Tickets are priced starting at HKD/MOP 580 and go on sale to the general public Dec. 6,with a pre-sale for Sands Rewards Club members Dec. 5. Ticket-hotel packages priced HKD/MOP1,080-3,580*for stays at The Venetian Macao; Four Seasons Hotel Macao, Cotai Strip; Sheraton Macao Hotel, Cotai Central; Conrad Macao, Cotai Central and Holiday Inn Macao Cotai Central.
Mick Jagger commented: “Can't wait to be back on stage, especially in Macao; I am really looking forward to playing all your favourite songs and seeing you all very soon.”
Keith Richards added: “The best place in the world for me is out on thatstage. Standby everyone...it’s back to where we belong –me, Mick, Charlie and Ronnie and some friends all rocking out together. The wheels are in motion and we’re on our way…see you very soon!”
THE ROLLING STONES 14 ON FIREtour, produced by AEG Live, will see Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood headback out on the road after a mammoth run of concerts in the U.S. and the U.K. in 2013 – anexhilarating and critically acclaimed celebration of five decades of the Rolling Stones bringing their iconic music and groundbreaking stage shows to audiences around the globe.
Mick Taylor, who was a member of the Rolling Stones from 1969-1974, will be a special guest for this tour.
The stage design for the indoor concerts is based on the band’s ubiquitous tongue and lips logo, which extends out into the audience. The exclusive ‘Tongue Pit’ general admission standing area inside the stage will give fans an incomparable 360 degree concert experience. Known for their ground-breaking sets and use of cutting-edge technology, the Stones’ set design will feature video screens and special effects that will enhance the high-octane experience of attending a live Stones show.
The band will treat their generations of fans to a set packed full of classic Stones hits such as “Gimme Shelter,” “Paint It Black,” “Jumping Jack Flash,” “Tumbling Dice” and “It’s Only Rock ‘N’ Roll,” curated with lesser known gems, plus a couple of unexpected cover versions.
Also announced today is a run of shows across Asia and Australia and one show in New Zealand.
The Rolling Stones were recently crowned the ‘Best Live Band’ at the NME Awards in London, and over the past 12 months have thrilled fans with the release of a ground-breaking new documentary,“Crossfire Hurricane;” a greatest hits collection, “GRRR!;” a massive U.S. tour; and a groundbreaking, back-to-back, sold out set of two historic Hyde Park concerts in the U.K. in front of 120,000, chronicled in a new concert film “Sweet Summer Sun – Hyde Park Live.”
The Venetian Macao is no stranger to big names in entertainment. It has successfully played host to the likes of such legendary acts as George Benson, The Beach Boys and The Commodores, with Kool & the Gang on the way Dec 8. Superstars who have held concerts at The Venetian Macao recently include Rihanna, Justin Bieber, Alicia Keys and K-pop stars Super Junior.
Tickets for the8 p.m.,March 9, 2014performance of THE ROLLING STONES 14 ON FIREat The Venetian Macao’s Cotai Arenago on sale to the general public Dec. 6 at www.CotaiTicketing.comand at www.rollingstones.com/tickets/;a pre-sale is available to Sands Rewards Club members Dec. 5
(call +85328828818 to book). Ticket prices are as follows: HKD/MOP 3,580 (VIP – seated), 3,080 (VIP – standing), 1,980 (A Reserve), 1,080 (B Reserve), 880 (C Reserve) and 580 (D Reserve). For VVIP tickets, contact Cotai Ticketing for details.
Packages with round trip Cotai Water Jet ferry tickets between Hong Kong and Macao are also available forHKD/MOP 3,668 (VIP – seated), 3,168 (VIP – standing), 2,068 (A Reserve), 1,168 (B Reserve), 968 (C Reserve) and 668 (D Reserve).
Media contacts:
Nattaya Seedokbuab (Anna)
e-mail:[email protected]
Tel.02-2542089
“This is a landmark event for Macao and for Sands China,” said Edward Tracy, President and Chief Executive Officer of Sands China Ltd. “The Rolling Stones are a global phenomenon.They’ve made history with decades of releasing albums and touring, andto bring them to Macao is sensational. At Sands China we are committed to bringing the best of the best to Macao through our multi-tiered entertainment strategy, delivering ever-exciting, highly-diverse shows to establish Macao as a top entertainment hub in Asia, widening both the scope and quality of options for visitors and locals alike.”
Tickets are priced starting at HKD/MOP 580 and go on sale to the general public Dec. 6,with a pre-sale for Sands Rewards Club members Dec. 5. Ticket-hotel packages priced HKD/MOP1,080-3,580*for stays at The Venetian Macao; Four Seasons Hotel Macao, Cotai Strip; Sheraton Macao Hotel, Cotai Central; Conrad Macao, Cotai Central and Holiday Inn Macao Cotai Central.
Mick Jagger commented: “Can't wait to be back on stage, especially in Macao; I am really looking forward to playing all your favourite songs and seeing you all very soon.”
Keith Richards added: “The best place in the world for me is out on thatstage. Standby everyone...it’s back to where we belong –me, Mick, Charlie and Ronnie and some friends all rocking out together. The wheels are in motion and we’re on our way…see you very soon!”
THE ROLLING STONES 14 ON FIREtour, produced by AEG Live, will see Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood headback out on the road after a mammoth run of concerts in the U.S. and the U.K. in 2013 – anexhilarating and critically acclaimed celebration of five decades of the Rolling Stones bringing their iconic music and groundbreaking stage shows to audiences around the globe.
Mick Taylor, who was a member of the Rolling Stones from 1969-1974, will be a special guest for this tour.
The stage design for the indoor concerts is based on the band’s ubiquitous tongue and lips logo, which extends out into the audience. The exclusive ‘Tongue Pit’ general admission standing area inside the stage will give fans an incomparable 360 degree concert experience. Known for their ground-breaking sets and use of cutting-edge technology, the Stones’ set design will feature video screens and special effects that will enhance the high-octane experience of attending a live Stones show.
The band will treat their generations of fans to a set packed full of classic Stones hits such as “Gimme Shelter,” “Paint It Black,” “Jumping Jack Flash,” “Tumbling Dice” and “It’s Only Rock ‘N’ Roll,” curated with lesser known gems, plus a couple of unexpected cover versions.
Also announced today is a run of shows across Asia and Australia and one show in New Zealand.
The Rolling Stones were recently crowned the ‘Best Live Band’ at the NME Awards in London, and over the past 12 months have thrilled fans with the release of a ground-breaking new documentary,“Crossfire Hurricane;” a greatest hits collection, “GRRR!;” a massive U.S. tour; and a groundbreaking, back-to-back, sold out set of two historic Hyde Park concerts in the U.K. in front of 120,000, chronicled in a new concert film “Sweet Summer Sun – Hyde Park Live.”
The Venetian Macao is no stranger to big names in entertainment. It has successfully played host to the likes of such legendary acts as George Benson, The Beach Boys and The Commodores, with Kool & the Gang on the way Dec 8. Superstars who have held concerts at The Venetian Macao recently include Rihanna, Justin Bieber, Alicia Keys and K-pop stars Super Junior.
Tickets for the8 p.m.,March 9, 2014performance of THE ROLLING STONES 14 ON FIREat The Venetian Macao’s Cotai Arenago on sale to the general public Dec. 6 at www.CotaiTicketing.comand at www.rollingstones.com/tickets/;a pre-sale is available to Sands Rewards Club members Dec. 5
(call +85328828818 to book). Ticket prices are as follows: HKD/MOP 3,580 (VIP – seated), 3,080 (VIP – standing), 1,980 (A Reserve), 1,080 (B Reserve), 880 (C Reserve) and 580 (D Reserve). For VVIP tickets, contact Cotai Ticketing for details.
Packages with round trip Cotai Water Jet ferry tickets between Hong Kong and Macao are also available forHKD/MOP 3,668 (VIP – seated), 3,168 (VIP – standing), 2,068 (A Reserve), 1,168 (B Reserve), 968 (C Reserve) and 668 (D Reserve).
Media contacts:
Nattaya Seedokbuab (Anna)
e-mail:[email protected]
Tel.02-2542089
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