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Eventful Brisbane – February

*Travel News Asia*	*Date: 9 February 2001*

Australia’s only subtropical capital city has an action packed year ahead with an awesome foursome of major international events scheduled for Brisbane in 2001.

As well as the Australian Tourism Exchange in May, World Veterans Athletics Championships in July, the Goodwill Games in August / September and CHOGM in October, here’s a snapshot of what’s happening to the end of February.

Wine Appreciation Weekend	Feb 9 – 10	Visiting experts will help you gain an appreciation of the many varieties available and how they can compliment your lifestyle. O'Reilly's Rainforest Guesthouse, Lamington National Park
Brisbane International Motor Show	Feb 9 – 18	The latest local and overseas models, concept cars, preview models, new releases, accessories, books, services and special Celebration of Motor Sport exhibits and celebrities. Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, South Bank
A Traditional Italian Meal – Renata Anselmi	Feb 9	Renata’s natural Italian gift for story telling combines with her sense of humour to make this evening far more than a cooking class! A convivial soiree of Italian food, wine and conversation. Black Pearl Epicure, 36 Baxter Street, Fortitude Valley
Hot Summer Flicks – The Rocky Horror Picture Show	Feb 10	A cult movie you must see and don't forget to dress up for a wild night of fun. Rated M. Optus Playhouse, Queensland Performing Arts Complex, South Bank
Hot Summer Flicks – The Wizard of Oz	Feb 10	A classic G Rated movie which is an all – time favourite. All children fourteen and under will be admitted free. Optus Playhouse, Queensland Performing Arts Complex, South Bank
Soccer	Feb 10	Hyundai Brisbane Strikers V Parramatta Power at Suncorp Metway Stadium
Sanctuary Cove's Fashion Valentine Show Alfresco	Feb 11 – 28	Colourful fashion show outdoors in the Marine Village with a St Valentine's theme. Marine Village, Sanctuary Cove
Natural Great Peace – Sogyal Rinpoche	Feb 14	Sogyal Rinpoche is one of the foremost interpreters in the West of the Tibetan Buddhist teachings. He skilfully translates Buddhist teachings to make them relevant to modern life by drawing on their universal message, without losing authenticity. Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Complex, South Bank
Grape vs. Wine	Feb 14	Wine judge Tony Stolar presents a stimulating evening, with tastings of fresh chardonnay and cabernet grapes and grape juice. A cooking demonstration will use Maggie Beer's recipe, Grape Grower's Chicken. Black Pearl Epicure, 36 Baxter Street, Fortitude Valley
Australian Chamber Orchestra	Feb 15	The Australian Chamber Orchestra with Director, Richard Tognetti and Pianist Ana – Maria Vera chime in the 2001 season with Grainger's arrangement of Ravel's piano work The Valley of Bells, Ravel's Piano Concerto in G major and Beethoven's Eroica Symphony. Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Complex, South Bank
The Irish Tenors	Feb 17	On their debut tour of Australia, Ireland's most respected tenors, Anthony Kearns, Ronan Tynan and Finbar Wright, perform popular songs from their homeland, accompanied by the Queensland Orchestra. Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Complex, South Bank
Sci'n'Trip It to Channel Ten	Feb 17	Find out what goes on behind the scenes at a television station. Here's your chance to come and see where the news team presents the news and where all the children’s programs are made. Bookings essential. Channel 10 Studios, Mt Coot – tha
Pasta and Sauces – Hands on Workshop	Feb 19	Mirko Grillini is well known for his homemade pasta – he teaches rustic Italian cooking which respects the quality of good ingredients to produce a cuisine which is both healthy and exploding with flavour. Lunch and wine tasting follow the workshop. Black Pearl Epicure, 36 Baxter Street, Fortitude Valley
"Fred"	Feb 19 –March 24	A comedy of manners, a sexual farce, a family drama and a political allegory rolled into one – that's Fred! A wonderful Australian play that's casually demented and seriously funny. Cremorne Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Complex, South Bank
Colour Me Judith	Feb 20 –March 2	Judith Lucy is one of Australia's favourite comedians. Having staked a reputation as a fearless and unsurpassed stand – up talent, Judith is renowned for producing hit stage shows both here and overseas. The Powerhouse Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse Centre for the Live Arts, New Farm
NRL Football	Feb 23	Brisbane Broncos V Penrith Panthers at ANZ Stadium, Nathan
Buddy – The Musical	Feb 24 –March 9	A musical, which captures the heart of the man whose music paved the way for the swinging sixties. The production has a cast of 25 performers, over 200 costumes and 28 timeless Buddy Holly hits. Lyric Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Complex, South Bank
Operatif! Presents "Kiss or Kill?"	Feb 25	Opera under the Dome – Opera and song bursting with passion, including a champagne interval. Customs House, City
Lady Brisbane Redcliffe and Bribie Island Cruise	Feb 25	Relive the Koopa Trail, historic facts, period costumes, morning tea, and a large grill lunch. Bretts Wharf, Hamilton
Soccer	Feb 25	Hyundai Brisbane Strikers V Wollongong Wolves at the Suncorp Metway Stadium
Cooking with Russell Armstrong from Palazzo Versace	Feb 26	Russell’s passion for good ingredients will show as he demonstrates his interpretation of an elegant Italian meal, a la Versace. Black Pearl Epicure, 36 Baxter Street, Fortitude Valley

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Eventful Brisbane – February