Urban star act at Sydney Convention Centre

Sydney's Entertainment Centre is set to be resurrected as an ultra-modern convention centre, with Keith Urban set to headline the opening.

Australian country star Keith Urban

Keith Urban has been announced as the opening act for Sydney's new International Convention Centre. (AAP)

Aussie country rocker Keith Urban has been announced as the opening act for the ultra-modern International Convention Centre Sydney, formerly known as the Sydney Entertainment Centre.

Urban will headline an ICC opening event as part of his ripCORD world tour at the fan-shaped theatre with its 8000-seat unobstructed views at the Darling Harbour precinct on December 14.

Last December international superstar Elton John farewelled the old Entertainment Centre, which has now been bulldozed to the ground.


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