Simply Brill - Mackay Entertainment Convention Centre
Sept
27
12:00 pm12:00

Simply Brill - Mackay Entertainment Convention Centre

Two Show Times - 12pm & 7.30pm

Acclaimed entertainers Amelia Ryan, Michaela Burger and Michael Griffiths shine in this joyous, triumphant and awe-inspiring celebration of the songwriters who transformed 1960’s rock 'n' roll forever.

The story begins in The Brill Building - a solitary building in the heart of downtown New York City. How did one single building redefine the musical landscape and become a ‘one stop shop’ hit factory in just a few short years? And how did previously unheard of teenagers ‘steal’ 60's rock n roll, creating a wave of hits that would be sung by all generations, right across the globe for years to come?

Theatrically presented, Simply BRILL - with its dynamic blend of history, humour and heart - takes audiences on a thrilling ride from the humble beginnings of the music business in Tin Pan Alley, through to the dawn of the singer songwriter, via the game-changing explosion of rock ‘n’ roll. ‘Simply Brill’ dramatically retells the birth of iconic songwriters such as Bill Hayley & The Comets, Neil Sedaka, Bobby Darin, Carole King, Cynthia Weil, and Ellie Greenwich. These up and coming teenage songwriters gave voice to an entire generation with hits such as Rock Around The Clock, Splish Splash, Oh Carol, Will You Love Me Tomorrow?, You've Lost That Loving Feeling, River Deep Mountain High, and Leader of the Pack and more - all sublimely recreated with the vocal brilliance of Amelia, Michaela and Michael and a live 5 piece band.

Join ‘Simply BRILL’ for a rollicking homage to some of the most popular songs of the 20th century and the songwriters who 'A musical bonanza' made them happen.

‘ A musical bonanza’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Clothesline

Please note: Your ticket is for the table only, there is no allocated seating at each table.

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Primetime - Adelaide Cabaret Festival
Jun
12
6:30 pm18:30

Primetime - Adelaide Cabaret Festival

A New Australian Musical.

It’s 2005. Everyone’s favourite (fictional) game show ‘Race Against The Clock!’ has been on air for 40 years.

As the anniversary episode draws closer, the former prize models are unceremoniously thrown together, but a long-buried rigging scandal might be just the thing to encourage them to step out of the shadows. This high-energy, glitzy development showing, from writers Joseph Simons and award-winning Class of Cabaret alumna Millicent Sarre, continues Adelaide Cabaret Festival’s legacy of being the birthplace of new Australian musicals (Shane Warne, FANGIRLS, and The Fig Tree).  

Generously supported by Sam Harvey and the late Frank Ford AM, founder of Adelaide Cabaret Festival.

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The State of Grace, Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Aug
2
to 24 Aug

The State of Grace, Edinburgh Festival Fringe

Grace was a high-class sex worker, who rose to meteoric fame on social media, branding her as Australia’s best known sex worker globally. She was an activist and modern-day maverick, until suddenly, she died. Multi-award winning artist Michaela Burger (A Migrant’s Son, Exposing Edith) explores her legacy in this one-woman show. Through Grace’s unpublished writing – hip hop lyrics, poetry, monologues, and musings – Burger unveils her multifaceted life. Grace’s outrageously funny wit and charm, fearlessness and ‘f*ck it’ outlook on life will seduce you into marching with this social justice warrior who was determined to decriminalise the sex industry.

Presenting Grace’s moving true story through a mix of spoken word, song and movement, Michaela Burger reveals the legacy of this brilliant minded harlot and brings her audience on a fascinating journey. This exhilarating piece of new writing will thrill Edinburgh’s Fringe audiences this August for its preview season, supported by House of Oz with Assembly Festival.

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Simply Brill, Perth International Cabaret Festival
Jun
21
6:00 pm18:00

Simply Brill, Perth International Cabaret Festival

Amelia Ryan, Michaela Burger & Michael Griffiths

Join a stellar cast of Adelaide’s acclaimed cabaret artists, as they celebrate the golden age of rock’n’roll, sexual revolution, and the leaps and bounds of women’s liberation. In a time when men were the producers, promoters, and piano players – women weren’t given a place, so they made one for themselves.

Number 1619 Broadway – the ‘Brill Building’- was the heart of New York’s music scene in the 1960s. It housed some of history’s most prolific female songwriters, including the magnificent Carole King, Cynthia Weil, and Ellie Greenwich. With hits such as ‘Will You Love Me Tomorrow?’, ‘You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling’, and ‘Leader of the Pack’, their songs gave voice to an entire generation.

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Auburn French Festival - 8-10 Sept
Sept
8
to 10 Sept

Auburn French Festival - 8-10 Sept

"This is a charming and very funnycabaret that not only shows off Burger's highly skilled vocals, but her excellent grasp of comedy, wonderful knack for characters."

Adelaide Theatre Guide

Award Winning artist Michaela Burger is coming to our quaint village with her beloved character Chanteuse Rosé; The Diminutive Diva. Supported by the incredible Carol Young (piano/MD/backing vocals) the pair will entertain you with a world of French fantasies, naughty niceties and raucous rallying. With everything a Diminutive Diva should be: saucy, funny and lovable - you will be guaranteed a magical night of music, laughter and love!

BOOK HERE

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Michaela Burger By Request in Adelaide @Ginger's - 7th Sept
Sept
7
6:00 pm18:00

Michaela Burger By Request in Adelaide @Ginger's - 7th Sept

The amazing Michaela Burger, one of Australia’s finest Cabaret artists,
who will have just returned from a season at the Edinburgh Fringe.


She will be performing a selection from her repertoire
and then taking requests from the audience.

Many will know her from her sold out shows
A Migrant’s Son and Exposing Edith.

Don't miss it! 

BOOK HERE

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A Migrant's Son at Edinburgh Fringe Festival  - 4-26 August
Aug
4
to 26 Aug

A Migrant's Son at Edinburgh Fringe Festival - 4-26 August

A true-life, original musical tribute to the heart, hilarity and sheer hard work of the migrant experience. This multi award-winning, critically acclaimed show explores one of the most colourful times in Australian history: the arrival of the Greeks! 

Igniting memories of a story that millions of migrants can relate to, Michaela Burger pays tribute to her Greek migrant family and hard-working, fun loving larrikin father Luke who defied all odds.

Premiering to a sell-out Adelaide Cabaret Festival season, this critically acclaimed work conveys an incredible true story, brought to life through original music written and performed by Burger alongside local community choirs.

Featuring a live band, including piano and bouzouki, Michaela tells her family story with poignancy and comical aplomb. The show is both hard-hitting and hilarious, traversing 100 years from Russia to the Australian outback – following the hardship, ingenuity, tragedy and triumph in all migrants’ stories.

PLAYING 4–26 AUGUST, 6PM
BOOK HERE

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