Variety SA Annual Themed Ball:
‘2021’
BOOK TICKETS
It is guaranteed to be a great night with all proceeds supporting SA kids in need.
This event celebrates the undeniable character of the bush. Gather your mates with a strong sense of family, community and a bit of larrikin spirit to finish the working week. Have a cracking good time, all in the name of raising funds for kids in need.
When: Friday, 18 June, 2021
Where: Adelaide Convention Centre
Time: 7:00pm – 12:30am
Theme: Variety in the Outback
Dress: Bush Black Tie
Entertainment: Ciaran Gribbin – (former lead singer of INXS) performing with Adelaide Party Band Audiobox and The Finns Tribute Band
Restrictions: 18+
*Please note that this is a public event. Photography and filming will take place during the event and used for commercial and promotional purposes only. It is the guest’s responsibility to advise Variety SA if they do not wish to have their image(s) used for this purpose.
Offer for our motoring entrants:
$500 per table paid for in full online (or $50 per ticket) will go towards your car or bike’s fundraising tally (regardless of your minimum). Be quick, this offer applies to the first 100 tables only! More information regarding submitting auction items to follow, please contact Alex Richards with any queries – [email protected]
Thank You to our Major sponsor
Thank You to our Supporting Sponsors
Entertainment Supporters
Media Sponsor
Ticket Packages
Early Bird – Single Ticket: $155
Includes:
- Entry into Adelaide’s finest charity ball
- Three-course dinner
- Premium beverage package
- Exceptional entertainment
- Live Auctions
- Silent Auction
*Early Bird offer ends 30 April, 2021
Single Ticket: $160
Includes:
- Entry into Adelaide’s finest charity ball
- Three-course dinner
- Premium beverage package
- Exceptional entertainment
- Live Auctions
- Silent Auction
Table of 10: $1,600
Includes:
- Entry into Adelaide’s finest charity ball
- Three-course dinner
- Premium beverage package
- Exceptional entertainment
- Live Auctions
- Silent Auction
Corporate Table of 10: $2,100
Includes:
- Entry into Adelaide’s finest charity ball
- Three-course dinner
- Premium beverage package
- Exceptional entertainment
- Live Auctions
- Silent Auction
- Access to exclusive pre-dinner cocktail party
- Priority seating
- Business Logo on Screens
- Business Logo on Table
- Business Logo in Booklet
Entertainment
Ciaran Gribbin – (former lead singer of INXS) performing with Adelaide Party Band Audiobox
About Ciaran Gribbin: Ciaran Gribbin is a Grammy-nominated songwriter and performer who, in addition to working with world class artists such as Madonna, U2, Paul McCartney, Snow Patrol and Al Pacino, has toured the world as the singer of INXS.
Ciaran was born during the Northern Ireland conflict and grew up in The Troubles. As a young musician he cut his teeth doing gig after gig in the tough bars of Belfast and Derry. During this turbulent time, Ciaran witnessed the bombs and bullets of sectarian violence and the paramilitary attacks that enflamed a divided society.
Ciaran was a founding member of the popular Irish band ‘Leya’ which toured for seven years with major acts including Snow Patrol and Embrace. The band also released the critically acclaimed album ‘Watch you don’t take off’. The band was nominated for Best New Act at the Irish ‘Metor’ Music Awards.
Ciaran’s first big break came in 2010 when he received a Grammy nomination for Madonna’s worldwide hit single ‘Celebration’, which he co-wrote with the American megastar and English producer Paul Oakenfold. Ciaran soon became a regular drawcard at music festivals around the world including Brazil’s Rock in Rio. He has opened concerts for acts such as Paul McCartney, Crowded House, The Script and Gotye.
Just as his reputation as a performer kept growing, his career as a gifted composer continued to flourish. He has worked on multiple movie soundtracks, including writing all the songs for the U2-supported feature film Killing Bono.
In 2011, Ciaran became the singer of the legendary Australian band INXS. He has toured extensively with INXS throughout South America, Europe and Australasia.
Ciaran’s song ‘Hey Baby Doll’ which was sung by Al Pacino in the critically-acclaimed movie Danny Collins received an Oscar shortlist nomination.
Ciaran is the founder of Rock and Roll Team Building, a business delivering interactive music programs for corporate companies globally.
More information – https://www.ciarangribbin.com/
About Audio Box: Audio Box is a popular Adelaide band that is versatile in its style. With an amazing line up of vocalists and musicians, this Adelaide band has a dynamic sound that has lead them to perform at Adelaide’s top venues and shows.
Our aim is to inject a vibe into your event with live music, creating an atmosphere for the crowd to enjoy and remember.
The Finns Tribute Band: Celebrating the music of Tim and Neil Finn from “Split Enz” to “Crowded House”
About The Finns Tribute Band: The Finns Tribute Band are an Australian band who perform and celebrate the songs of Tim & Neil Finn, from ‘Split Enz’ to ‘Crowded House’.
The band pays homage to two of the World’s greatest song- writers and their catalogue of timeless and universally loved songs. With a repertoire spanning three decades including ‘I Got You’, ‘Message To My Girl’, ‘Don’t Dream It’s Over’, ‘Something So Strong’, ‘Better Be Home Soon’, ‘Weather With You’, plus many more, The Finns Tribute Band take audiences on a feel good musical journey of the highest calibre.
No costumes, no wigs. Just five quality musicians paying their respects to two Brothers, born in New Zealand, adopted by Australia, and loved by the World.
An outstanding and unforgettable show for any corporate event.
Sam Kekovich is an Australian media personality, sports commentator, Australian ‘Lambassador’ and former Australian Rules football player. Engaging and highly entertaining, Sam is a great speaker and Master of Ceremonies.
Slammin’” Sam Kekovich is a flamboyant AFL legend and media personality who is hugely known for his out there antics, both on and off the field. He is also famous for his satires as spokesman for Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA) to promote lamb.
Sam commenced his football career with North Melbourne in 1968. The following season he was the clubs top goal kicker, best and fairest player and a Victorian representative player. He was instrumental in the team’s first Premiership victory in 1975. A controversial personality, Sam had several running battles with his icon coach Ron Barassi.
He stayed with the Kangaroos for 125 games up until 1977 when he made the move over to Collingwood. However, his time with the Magpies was short, playing only 4 games and retiring after his first season.
His talent was demonstrated only in bursts here and there due to injury and other non-football activities, including soccer, trampolining, and posing naked in the “Truth” newspaper.
Since Sam’s playing days, he has “turned himself” into an entrepreneur and media identity. He is a regular panelist on Channel 9’s Sunday Footy Show and appears on Triple M’s pre-match AFL coverage. Sam Kekovich was a co-host of Melbourne’s 3AK radio breakfast team, a past presenter on ABC’s The Fat, PTI Australia on ESPN, and presenter on Melbourne sports radio station, SEN 1116.
In 2005 he became the face of the hugely successful meat and livestock advertising campaign for lamb where, in true Keka style, he has told the public to buy lamb or they’ll get a serve from him.
Sam is an engaging MC and entertaining story teller. He is extremely humorous bringing together his best moments and the characters he has encountered over the last 30 plus years, not just on the footy field but in life.
Variety SA Ball Raffle
Do you want to win the ultimate long weekend houseboat holiday? By purchasing a $20 ticket in the Variety SA ball raffle you go into the draw to win a trip on the Ikonic houseboat for up to 8 guests from the 23rd – 25th July. Don’t miss out, limited to 1000 tickets.
Book tickets to WIN
Variety SA Motoring Entrant Offer
$500 per table paid for in full online (or $50 per ticket) will go towards your car or bike’s fundraising tally (regardless of your minimum).
Be quick, this offer applies to the first 100 tables only!
More information regarding submitting auction items to follow, please contact Alex Richards with any queries – [email protected]
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Cause
All kids deserve a fair go.
Variety – the Children’s Charity supports kids and families who are facing many challenges through sickness, disadvantage or living with special needs.
Our work allows kids to gain mobility, to get out and about in the community, to communicate, achieve independence and increase their self-esteem. We make sure the kids who miss out, can always join in, because all kids deserve a fair go.
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