Press Release
Stallone and Schwarzenegger Light Up Star-Studded Venetian Macao Red Carpet at The Expendables 3 Special Screening The Venetian Theatre hosts Asia’s only special screening of blockbuster film
(Macao, Aug. 22, 2014) – The stars shone brightly Friday night at The Venetian Theatre, as international icons Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger walked the red carpet at The Venetian® Macao for Asia’s only special screening of their latest film, The Expendables 3, marking their first-ever visit to Macao and the iconic integrated resort.
With a throng of enthusiastic fans lining the red carpet clamouring for the stars’ attention, the special screening of The Expendables 3 was part of the series of activities celebrating The Venetian Macao’s 7th anniversary Aug. 28. Stallone and Schwarzenegger also participated in a handprinting ceremony while the captivated crowd looked on, laying down their handprints and signatures for Cotai Strip Resorts Macao’s Bridge of Stars Gallery.
Joining the blockbuster film’s iconic lead actors at the red carpet event was Olympian, undefeated UFC bantamweight champion and The Expendables 3 cast member Ronda Rousey, who is in town for Saturday’s UFC Fight Night Macao at The Venetian Macao, and Hong Kong celebrities Jessica C., Joyce Lee, Loretta Chow, Phillip Ng, Timmy Hung and Janet Chau.
“It was a great thrill for everyone involved to see these two legends of Hollywood come to Macao for this special screening, from the fans lining the red carpet to our guests in the theatre,” said Edward Tracy, President and Chief Executive Officer of Sands China Ltd. “We’re very pleased that this event provided us with an opportunity to deliver world-class entertainment while casting the spotlight on Macao as a global destination.”
Celebrity-attended events like Friday’s special screening of The Expendables 3 are part of Sands China’s multi-tiered entertainment strategy, which is aimed at raising Macao’s profile as a world centre of tourism and leisure, providing a diversity of entertainment choices for the millions of guests and visitors experiencing Cotai Strip Resorts Macao each year.
Spanning a multitude of event types and venues, whether commanding the attention of a sold-out Cotai Arena audience or enchanting a packed Venetian Theatre, superstars of music, film, television and sports that have visited the integrated resort city include the Rolling Stones, Rihanna, Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, , Alicia Keys, Justin Bieber, Eason Chan, Jay Chou, Ricky Martin, David Beckham, Manny Pacquiao, Tiger Woods, Yao Ming, Kobe Bryant, Roger Federer, Kevin Spacey Nicole Kidman, Nicolas Cage, Quentin Tarantino, Michelle Dockery, Jeremy Irons, Jackie Chan, Sam Worthington, Matthew Perry, Zhang Ziyi, Chow Yun Fat, Nicholas Tse and so many more.
In The Expendables 3, the most star-powered film franchise in history raises the bar to unprecedented heights with a dream team of global superstars, explosive stunts and mind- boggling weaponry as the mercenary group comes face to face with ruthless arms dealer and Expendables co-founder Conrad Stonebanks whose mission is to wipe out the entire team.
Celebrations for The Venetian Macao’s 7th anniversary continue over the weekend, with the high-octane UFC Fight Night Macao at the Cotai Arena Saturday evening.
Photo caption: Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger walk the red carpet and take part in a hand printing ceremony at The Venetian Theatre Friday for Asia’s only special screening of their latest blockbuster film, The Expendables 3.
Photo caption: (From left to right) Sylvester Stallone, Sands China Ltd. President and CEO Edward Tracy, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Nu Image, Inc. and Millennium Films Chairman and CEO Avi Lerner walk the red carpet at The Venetian Theatre Friday for Asia’s only special screening of their latest blockbuster film, The Expendables 3.
Photo caption: Olympian, undefeated UFC bantamweight champion and The Expendables 3 cast member Ronda Rousey walks the red carpet at The Venetian Theatre Friday for Asia’s only special screening of their latest blockbuster film, The Expendables 3.
Timmy Hung and Janet Chau Phillip Ng and Toby Leung Jessica C. Photo caption: Hong Kong celebrities walk the red carpet at The Venetian Theatre Friday for Asia’s only special screening of The Expendables 3.
Photo caption: Friday at The Venetian Theatre saw Asia’s only special screening of The Expendables 3, featuring two of the film’s leading actors, Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger, and several celebrities from Hong Kong at the star-studded red carpet event at The Venetian Macao.
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Entertainment at Sands China Ltd. Resorts Sands China Ltd. has as a clear vision to establish Macao as Asia’s top entertainment destination. The 15,000-seat Cotai Arena is the only venue in Asia ranked in Pollstar’s Top 100 Worldwide Arena Venues based on ticket sales. It is the top entertainment destination in southern China, hosting the world’s and the region’s biggest names in music, sports and awards shows. Superstars frequently choose the venue as the starting point of their Asian tours.
The 1800-seat, multi-purpose Venetian Theatre is one of the most luxurious entertainment venues in greater China. Featuring ushers in black-tie, champagne service, gourmet food and beverage items and other unique, premium amenities, it offers an intimate, luxurious and exclusive venue experience. The Venetian Theatre is playing a key role in bringing the best in international and Chinese entertainment to Macao, with a luxury theatre experience like no other in the region.
The 650-seat Sands Theatre regularly features internationally-renowned singers, performers and artists of the highest calibre. From traditional Chinese-costumed dancers to modern performances, and from singing troupes to contemporary bands, everything from Western rock to Cantonese pop is covered.
With an unbeatable diversity, the entertainment offering of Sands China Ltd. is ushering in a new era of entertainment in Macao.
For information about upcoming shows and events, visit www.venetianmacao.com/entertainment.html.
About The Venetian® Macao-Resort-Hotel Opened in 2007, The Venetian® Macao-Resort-Hotel is Macao's first integrated resort featuring stunning replicas of the famous canals and architectural icons of Venice, Italy. The Venetian Macao features 3,000 suites, 1.2 million square feet (111,000 square metres) of convention and meeting facilities as well as a 15,000-seat Cotai Arena designed for world-class sports events and electrifying entertainment. The Venetian Macao is also home to the unique, 1,800-seat luxury Venetian Theatre, hosting the best in international and Chinese entertainment; more than 30 renowned restaurants; TAIVEXMALO Day Hospital & Spa; the incredibly fun QUBE indoor playground and more than 300 retailers at Shoppes at Venetian. Outdoor recreation areas include swimming pools and cabanas and a mini-golf course.
For more information, please visit www.venetianmacao.com.
About Cotai Strip Resorts Macao – Macao’s Integrated Resort City Sands China Ltd. is the leading developer, owner and operator of integrated resorts in Macao. The befittingly named Cotai Strip Resorts Macao, situated on reclaimed land between the islands of Coloane and Taipa, is the one destination that provides a stunning array of experiences at the heart of Cotai. Cotai Strip Resorts Macao has transformed a gaming-centric day-trip market into an integrated resort city and international hub for business and leisure travellers.
Pulsating with life, both night and day, Cotai Strip Resorts Macao features an expansive offering of affordable luxury available nowhere else in Macao, with approximately 9,000 hotel rooms and suites, international superstar live entertainment, duty-free shopping with 600 retailers offering an unparalleled array of name brands, 1.3 million square feet (120,000 square metres) of meeting and exhibition space for Asia’s leading conferences and exhibitions, gaming excitement, transportation offerings and well over 100 dining options, including international restaurants, bars and lounges. Cotai Strip Resorts Macao is a must-see destination providing every guest with an unforgettable experience and unparalleled excitement.
Comprised of The Venetian® Macao-Resort-Hotel; The Plaza™ Macao, featuring the Four Seasons Hotel Macao; and Sands® Cotai Central, featuring the world’s largest Conrad, Sheraton, and Holiday Inn hotels, Cotai Strip Resorts Macao is where Asia’s ultimate destination is all within reach.
Cotai Strip Resorts Macao….Macao Starts Here. For more information, please visit http://en.cotaistrip.com.