Press Release
The Venetian Macao to Host Asia Rainbow TV Awards in June Integrated resort bringing another star-studded awards show to Macao
(Macao, April 30, 2014) – The first Asian television awards show presented by China, the Asia Rainbow TV Awards will be held in Macao for the first time this year, hosted at the Venetian Theatre June 26. With SONIQ as the exclusive title sponsor, and The Venetian® Macao as special sponsor, the Asia Rainbow TV Awards is known as Asia's version of Hollywood's Emmy Awards, and is the first awards show for the television industry to be held at The Venetian Macao – already a veteran in hosting several awards shows for the film industry.
The launch ceremony for the 2nd Asia Rainbow TV Awards was held April 22 in Beijing, and was officiated by Sa Rina, Vice President of the Artist Commission of China Radio and Television Association; celebrities such as Wang Kuirong, Liu Peiqi, and Sun Qian; and also representatives from 23 major television stations throughout China.
“Sands China is bringing Asia’s most outstanding television talent to Macao by sponsoring and hosting this awards show in June, as an important part of our multi-tiered entertainment strategy,” said Toh Hup Hock, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director of Sands China Ltd. “With events like the Asia Rainbow TV Awards we aim to strengthen Macao’s position as one of the region’s top entertainment destinations for superstars events and to establish our city as a world centre of tourism and leisure.”
This year’s awards show is organised by Hong Kong Television Association and the TV Production Committee of China Radio & TV Academy; supported by Macao Foundation, Guangzhou Broadcasting Network, Guangzhou Broadcasting Network Group, and Guangzhou Jiwen Entertainment Co., Ltd; co-organised by the Big City Television Alliance Operating Committee of China; and promoted by the 23 participating major television stations.
The Asia Rainbow TV Awards aims to honour outstanding television production and talent, strengthen communication and cooperation in TV programme production among Asian countries, promote the development of the Asian TV production industry, showcase
Page 1 of 4 distinguished Asian TV programmes and accelerate its exposure to the international market. Various awards including those for Best Male Actor, Best Female Actor and Best Screenwriter will be presented at the event at The Venetian Theatre June 26.
Opened at 2007, The Venetian Macao is an integrated resort featuring stunning replicas of the famous canals and architectural icons of Venice, Italy, where guests can also experience the signature gondola ride. The integrated resort also offers luxurious hotel accommodation, diverse entertainment, duty-free shopping experience, international dining, and convention and meeting facilities. The Venetian Macao has staged some of Asia’s most preeminent awards shows, including the Asia-Pacific Film Festival, Huading Awards, IIFA Awards, China Music Awards and Mnet Asian Music Awards – events which have brought to Macao some of Asia’s and the world’s biggest and brightest stars, making the integrated resort the place to be to see the stars.
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Photo caption: The Venetian Macao is sponsoring the Asia Rainbow TV Awards, to be held at the Venetian Theatre June 26, marking the first time Asia's version of the Emmy Awards is being held in 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.
Page 3 of 4 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 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 www.cotaistrip.com.
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