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WELCOME TO THE 12TH ANNUAL ADELAIDE CABARET FESTIVAL Quirky and unique, the art form of cabaret has created a safe haven for those artists who generally escape definition, artists who enjoy the “up close and personal� nature of a live audience and who thrive on the challenge of presenting work that provokes and inspires. Adelaide Cabaret Festival has an outstanding reputation both locally and internationally, proof of the amount of time and passion poured into it since its inception. To all my predecessors I tip my hat. This year artists from around the world have been invited to Adelaide to disturb us, provoke us, be wild and fabulous. As a result we have gathered a diverse bunch of charismatic raconteurs, entrancing musicians and Broadway chanteuses. Some Cabaret Festival favourites return with their latest offerings and we will be introducing a new guard of cabaret artists. The cabaret atmosphere will also be amplified with acclaimed artist David Bromley as Festival Designer. You are warmly invited to join us to explore the extraordinary.... Love Kate
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Under the artistic leadership of celebrated songstress and self-proclaimed South Australian, Kate Ceberano, the 12th Adelaide Cabaret Festival promises to take you to new and exotic places. For two weeks in June the best cabaret artists from around the world will converge on Adelaide for a winter celebration of intimate performance. Acclaimed artist David Bromley returns to his home town to set the scene and create this year’s festival feel. Special thanks to everyone involved in this year’s Festival – from staff to sponsors and audiences. Thank you for your ongoing love of Adelaide Cabaret Festival.
contents A BRUSH WITH KEYS David Bromley & Brian Cadd
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ANGELA HARDING just like you... only different
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BACKSTAGE CABARET FESTIVAL CLUB 24 BEN VEREEN Steppin` out
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BROTHERS, ANGELS & DEMONS
Tales from a Rock ’n’ Roll Life
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CAMILLE O’SULLIVAN Feel
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CIRCA & KATIE NOONAN Love-Song-Circus
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CLARE BOWDITCH Tells a True Story or Two
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I look forward to seeing you there.
CLASS OF CABARET 2012
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Douglas Gautier CEO & Artistic Director Adelaide Festival Centre
COSENTINO Distortions
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DAVID BROMLEY EXHIBITION
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DEBRA BYRNE Ripe
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DON WALKER Tales from the Landsborough Highway
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Every year since 2001, the Adelaide Cabaret Festival has brought warmth, inspiration and an irreverent spirit to our sometimes chilly winters.
EDDIE PERFECT Misanthropology
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EDEN ESPINOSA
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EMMA DEAN Stripped
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The Cabaret Festival is a magnet for international artists, cabaret aficionados, music lovers and people who just love a good party.
ENTERTAINMENT PACKAGES
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JACK CHARLES V THE CROWN
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JOHANNA ALLEN Mixtape and Other stories…
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KANE ALEXANDER All I Know
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KIM SMITH Misfit
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KURT Justin Burford
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LADYNERD Keira daley
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LEA SALONGA
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LENNY HENRY Cradle to Rave
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MARK NADLER I’m a stranger here myself
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MARLENE POP DIVA Sharon Millerchip
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NADEAH Venus Gets Even
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PARIS WELLS Projected
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SHERIE RENE SCOTT
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SONGS FOR NOBODIES
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STORMY WEATHER The Lena Horne Project
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SWING TIME with The Andrews Sisters
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TEX PERKINS & THE DARK HORSES
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THE LOST FINGERS Lost in the 80s
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THE SNOWDROPPERS
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The State Government provides considerable annual funding to support the Adelaide Cabaret Festival and I’d like to sincerely thank the many sponsors who have provided invaluable cash and in-kind support to help bring this year’s Cabaret Festival program to fruition. Congratulations to our talented Artistic Director Kate Ceberano and the Adelaide Festival Centre team for all their work in gathering together this eclectic and exciting program of cabaret artists from around the world. Please join us for a fortnight of cabaret frolics and adventures at Adelaide Festival Centre – I’ll see you there. The Hon. John Hill Minister for the Arts
Join our ever popular cavalcade of cabaret. It has something for everyone, a truly delicious feast of delights. Cabaret is live theatre which embraces the performer and audience as one. It is the interplay of ideas, dreams, reminiscences and all the feelings of being human: our vulnerability, our fragility, our strengths, and our successes celebrating the journey of life. Enjoy the fun and vibrant experience of the best and biggest cabaret festival in the world.
THE SUITCASE ROYALE The Ballad of Backbone Joe 23 THE VELVET GENTLEMAN
The Odd Story of Erik Satie (some of it is true)
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TIM FREEDMAN Fireside Chat
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After a dozen successful Cabaret Festivals, our Festival Committee has expanded its role of advocacy, hence our new name. I thank my fellow Adelaide Cabaret Festival Advocacy Committee members: Amanda Pepe, Sasha Carruozzo, Zannie Flanagan, Matt Gilbertson, Paul Kitching, Damien Kitto, Amanda Blair, Lena Nobuhara, Jane Doyle, Kelly Noble, David O’Loughlin, Denise Jones and Martin Haese.
TOMMY BRADSON The Men My Mother Loved
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TRIPOD Men of Substance
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TROY CASSAR-DALEY A Life’s Story in Song
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VARIETY GALA PERFORMANCE
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VIRGINIA GAY Dirty Pretty Songs
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WINE & DINE
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Frank Ford AM Chair Adelaide Cabaret Festival Advocacy Committee
ZIGGY The Songs of David Bowie
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ZOË KEATING USA
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S PE C I AL EVENT
Bernadette Robinson in
Songs for Nobodies by Joanna Murray-Smith Directed by Simon Phillips
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“BEYOND VIRTUOSITY TO THE SUBLIME.” The Australian
A Melbourne Theatre Company Production
TOUCHING AND HILARIOUS MUSICAL THEATRE Following sell-out seasons in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney, Songs For Nobodies written by Joanna Murray–Smith, directed by Simon Phillips and starring Bernadette Robinson comes to Her Majesty’s Theatre for a strictly limited season. In this critically acclaimed one-woman show Robinson plays the role of five ordinary women: each tells the tale of how their lives were transformed when they cross paths with some of the most iconic women singers of the Twentieth Century: Judy Garland, Patsy Cline, Billie Holiday, Edith Piaf and Maria Callas. With phenomenal control of tone and accent, Robinson seamlessly brings to life each “nobody” and each legendary singer.
7-10 JUNE
HER MAJESTY’S THEATRE Thurs, Fri 8pm, Sat 2pm, 8pm, Sun 2pm, 6pm (1hr. 30mins.)
PREM. $59.90
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O PENI NG WEEKEND
“...RAZOR SHARP...” The Australian “...ENGAGING, CHARISMATIC, RELAXED AND UTTERLY DELIGHTFUL.” The Australian
eddie perfect misanthropology COMEDY CABARET AT ITS DARK DAZZLING BEST
Clare Bowditch
Eddie Perfect (Network Ten’s Offspring, Shane Warne The Musical, Keating! The Musical) is back with his latest darkly satirical one man comedy.
tells a true story or two
Perfect’s first new solo show since Drink Pepsi Bitch! – Misanthropology is a kind of twisted social autopsy, examining the stranger cultural rituals we regularly find ourselves performing.
CELEBRATED SONGSTRESS SEEKS HAPPINESS
Only Eddie Perfect could persuade us of the cathartic nature of tearing the wings off Australia’s most sacred blowflies and watching them crawl around the carpet. 2011 HELPMANN AWARD FOR BEST CABARET PERFORMER Director: Craig Ilott
8-10 JUNE
DUNSTAN PLAYHOUSE Fri 8.30pm, Sat & Sun 9pm (1hr. 10mins.) PREM. $54.90
$49.90 Adult $44.90 Conc.
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GreenRoom $19.90 Coarse language & adult themes Originally commissioned by Sydney Festival
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After a year of bold empirical research into the possibility of BIG happiness, Clare Bowditch now has a tale or two to tell. She’s just written her fifth solo album and invites you to be among the first in the world to hear what it’s all about. Expect new songs, brand new stories, laughter, tears, a reminder of why you were born, and how good it is to be alive.
8-10 JUNE SPACE THEATRE Fri, Sat, Sun 7pm (1hr. 10mins.)
PREM. $49.90
$44.90 Adult $39.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $39.90 Conc. $34.90
GreenRoom $19.90
O PENI NG WEEKEND
“...A SUPERB VOICE—LIKE HONEY WITH GRAVEL IN IT.” The Age
“… WORKING HARD TO BRING BACK TRADITIONAL BLUES WITH A MODERN TWIST...” AU Review
THE SNOWDROPPERS AN EAR FOR THE PAST AND AN EYE ON THE FUTURE
Hailing from the backstreets of Sydney, The Snowdroppers are a four man punk-soul-gutter-blues tour de force. Blistering live shows and a love of the profane have earned them a fanatical following of anyone who likes it wild, loud and dirty. Currently taking some time to record their long overdue second album, they’ll be busting out of the studio for a series of special performances at the Adelaide Cabaret Festival. Expect to shed your grottier, stompier inhibitions. DELIVERING SOMETHING DARK AND THRILLINGLY NOSTALGIC
8-10 JUNE
Subscription Adult $34.90 Conc. $29.90
GreenRoom $19.90 Limited seating
THE LEGACY OF A ROCK LEGEND Kurt Cobain’s vision and ingenuity reshaped the music industry on the world stage. He ultimately defined a generation. Justin Burford, ARIA award winning frontman of End of Fashion and star of Rock of Ages, weaves story and song to celebrate Kurt Cobain’s short and influential existence. Featuring the songs of Nirvana – known and obscure, enchanting and iconic – that helped define Kurt Cobain as the songwriter he was destined to become. This is the story about the man behind the legend.
BANQUET ROOM
Fri, Sat, Sun 9.30pm (1hr. 10mins.)
$39.90 Adult $34.90 Conc.
JUSTIN BURFORD
8 & 10 JUNE
SPACE THEATRE
PREM. $44.90
KURT
Fri, Sun 7pm (1hr. 10mins.)
Johnny Wishbone Lead Vocals Pauly K Guitar Nick London Bass Guitar Cougar Jones Drums
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GreenRoom $19.90 Presented in association with ben + eloise
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O PENI NG WEEKEND
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“MS. SALONGA’S BRIGHT, METALLICALLY EDGED VOICE IS A SHINY ALLPURPOSE INSTRUMENT THAT CONFIDENTLY ESTABLISHES ITS DOMINION OVER WHATEVER MUSICAL SETTING SURROUNDS IT” The New York Times
lea salonga AN INTIMATE REFLECTION OF A ROYAL MUSICAL CAREER Making her professional debut in the Philippines at the age of seven in the The King and I, Lea literally grew up on the musical theatre stage. She was thrust into international stardom at 17 when Sir Cameron Macintosh discovered her in his world-wide search for the leading role of Kim for the original production of Miss Saigon. Lea went on to win both Olivier and Tony Awards for her portrayal of Kim and a star was born. Amongst leading roles in countless other musicals, Lea is also famously recognised as the singing voice of Disney’s Princess Jasmine from Aladdin and Fa Mulan for Mulan and Mulan II. Join Lea for a musical tour of her multi-faceted career, from Disney Princess to Broadway and West End dynamo, on stage with a 50 piece orchestra. On stage Lea’s performance is sprinkled with charm and showbiz memories – you’ll get to know Lea like an intimate friend. A CRYSTALLINE VOICE YOU’LL IMMEDIATELY RECOGNISE Musical Director: Gerard Salonga
9-10 JUNE
FESTIVAL THEATRE
Sat, Sun 8pm (1hrs 50mins including interval) A RES. $89.90 Adult $79.90 Conc.
PREM. $109.90 B RES. C RES. $79.90 Adult $49.90 Adult $69.90 Conc. $44.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $79.90 Conc. $74.90
GreenRoom $19.90
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O PENI NG WEEKEND
“SWOON-INDUCING. LIKE TAKING A TRIPLE SHOT OF ABSINTHE BEFORE STEPPING OUTSIDE OF THE BAR JUST IN TIME TO SEE THE SUN EXPLODING.” San Francisco Weekly
“MIRRORS THE LEGENDARY HARRY HOUDINI” LA Times
cosentino distortions
AUSTRALIA’S OWN GRAND ILLUSIONIST Runner up in Australia’s Got Talent 2011, Cosentino fuses traditional sleight of hand magic, grand illusions and physical demonstrations into novel and original performances. He has made a name for himself performing some of the most original and funky effects witnessed today. Go on a magical journey in which Cosentino’s incredible dexterity, intimate magic mysteries and intense escapes will astound you and distort your perception of reality. Staggering acts of mind and body manipulations are performed live and projected on screen – there is nowhere to hide.
Photograph by Pierre Baroni
AN EVOLUTION IN THE ART OF ILLUSION
8-9 JUNE
DUNSTAN PLAYHOUSE Fri 6pm, Sat 1.15pm (1hr. 10mins.)
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zoë keating [USA]
ENTRANCING MULTI-PART MASTERPIECES CREATED BY A SINGLE CELLO She is a one-woman orchestra creating intricate, haunting and compelling music. Her instruments are a cello and a foot-controlled laptop to record layer upon layer of sound. Born in Canada and classically trained from the age of eight, Zoë spent her 20s working at software startups while moonlighting as a cellist in rock bands. Inevitably, she combined the two interests and developed her now signature style while improvising for late night crowds at her San Francisco warehouse.
8-9 JUNE ARTSPACE
Fri 6.45pm, Sat 9.15pm, (1hr. 5mins.) PREM. $34.90
$29.90 Adult $24.90 Conc.
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GreenRoom $19.90
O PENI NG WEEKEND
“... MAGNIFICENT, GRIPPING…” New York Post
stormy weather The Lena Horne Project
SUPREME LEGEND CELEBRATES LENA HORNE Created and narrated by James Gavin Starring Mary Wilson, a founding member of Motown’s The Supremes, Stormy Weather: The Lena Horne Project is about Hollywood’s first African-American goddess. Based on the celebrated biography of the same name by James Gavin, the show includes a combination of storytelling, live performances and rare audio and visual images from Gavin’s wealth of material and interviews with Horne herself. Gavin joins Wilson on stage as the narrator with the Larry Dunlap Trio, music arranged by seven-time Emmy Award Winner Mike Renzi, Musical Director for Lena Horne’s show The Lady and Her Music on Broadway, creating the orchestrations.
9-10 JUNE
DUNSTAN PLAYHOUSE Sat 6.30pm, Sun 3pm, 6.30pm (1hr 10mins.)
PREM. $69.90
$59.90 Adult $49.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $49.90 Conc. $44.90
THE DEFINING PORTRAIT OF AN AMERICAN ICON
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SMITH IS THE REAL THING...A CABARET PRACTITIONER WHO UNDERSTANDS HIS CRAFT AND USES EVERY NUANCE, GESTURE AND LASCIVIOUS LYRIC TO KEEP THE CROWD INVOLVED AND ON THE EDGE OF THEIR COMFORT ZONES.” Sunday Mail
KIM SMITH misfit
“...A VERSATILE AND STUNNING SET OF PIPES THAT, LIKE HER LEGS, JUST DON’T QUIT.” Australian Stage Online
angela harding SHOWCASE WINNER
A DARK NEO-WEIMAR FANTASIA Having made an impressive Adelaide Cabaret Festival debut in 2010, Kim Smith returns with his latest Weimar-era inspired cabaret, Misfit. Charting a dark and whimsical path through a ruined, musical landscape of disfigured pop and peculiar period treasures, he mischievously proves that misfits have more fun. A celebrated Australian cabaret performer based in New York, Smith sings in German, French and English, reinterpreting works by Weimar-era composers, as well as modern-day artists including Friedrich Hollaender, Björk, the Supremes, Kylie Minogue, Kurt Weill, and a myriad of glittering others. Accompanied by Amanda Hodder Directed by Christian Coulson
Just Like You…Only Different! BE CAPTIVATED BY AUSTRALIA’S LATEST CABARET SENSATION Stepping off the musical theatre stage in Brisbane and only recently diving deep into cabaret, Angela Harding, a talented young singer-songwriter, is the winner of the 2011 Australian Cabaret Showcase. Angela weaves together original tunes with some well known favourites, exploring the highs and lows of employment, marriage and school days while unlocking a vault of well-kept secrets that make her just like you...only different. SPELLBINDING SONGSTRESS WITH SASS
8-10 JUNE ARTSPACE
Fri 9pm, Sat 6.45pm, Sun 9.15pm (1hr. 10mins.) PREM. $44.90
$39.90 Adult $34.90 Conc.
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Some coarse language (minimal)
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9-10 JUNE ARTSPACE
Sat 3.15pm, Sun 6.45pm (1hr. 10mins.) PREM. $34.90
$29.90 Adult $24.90 Conc.
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O PENI NG WEEKEND
“...IT IS THE DELICIOUS MUSICAL TAPAS, A TASTING OF THE CABARET FEAST TO COME” The Advertiser
The ultimate cabaret showcase 8 JUNE
FESTIVAL THEATRE Fri 7.30pm (1hr. 30mins.)
A RES. $75 Adult/Conc.
B RES. $65 Adult $60 Conc.
Subscription $75
Age suitability: 16+ yrs
The official opening night event offers a tantalizing insight into this year’s Adelaide Cabaret Festival program. You’ll enjoy the diversity and breadth of the Festival in one big show! Featuring highlights from international and local Cabaret Festival performances, all backed by the Cabaret Festival big band. You will see some old friends and discover a few new talents. Your hosts for the evening are Artistic Director Kate Ceberano and the maestro menace from New York Mr Mark Nadler. Make sure you dress to impress and walk the red carpet.
Proudly supported by
GUARANTEED TO BE A NIGHT TO REMEMBER
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S E COND WEEK
“...ARTISTIC, THEATRICAL, FUNNY, TENDER.” The Advertiser
the velvet gentleman the odd story of Erik Satie (some of it is true)
Be transported to 1920s Paris and the curious world of composer Erik Satie. A composer of popular songs, ballets and music for the piano, who spent his days meeting and drinking with friends such as Debussy, Picasso and Cocteau. This affectionate tribute in music, song and text to one of the fathers of cabaret will be performed by Various People Inc’s Cheryl Pickering and Richard Chew joined by actor Graeme Rose in Satie’s crowded, curious attic room. HUMOROUS, SURREAL AND DEEPLY MOVING
paris wells projected
13-15 JUNE SPACE THEATRE
Wed, Thurs, Fri 9.30pm (1hr. 10mins.) PREM. $44.90
$39.90 Adult $34.90 Conc.
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15-17 JUNE ARTSPACE
Fri, Sat, Sun 6.45pm (1hr. 10mins.) PREM. $44.90
$39.90 Adult $34.90 Conc.
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Age suitability: 14+ yrs.
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GreenRoom $19.90
“PARIS WELLS IS A CHEEKY GLAM GIRL CUTTING INDIE SOUL” Inpress
A WHIMSICAL AND QUIRKY SHOW INJECTED WITH PROJECTION Paris Wells is a feisty singer/songwriter who flirts with alternative pop and electro-soul. She has made a name for herself playing at the Big Day Out, Meredith and Falls Festival, and touring with the likes of Lily Allen and Justin Timberlake. In Projected Paris collaborates with illustrator and sought after street artist Brendan Coghlan (aka MONKEY) for a ‘projection inspection’ of the themes throughout her poetic songs. The resulting visual snipets beautifully reinforce her lyrical narratives.
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CIRCA & katie noonan Love-Song-Circus A DYNAMIC MEETING OF SONG AND CIRCUS
13-15 JUNE
DUNSTAN PLAYHOUSE
Wed 9pm, Thurs 1pm, 6.30pm, Fri 9pm (1hr. 10mins.) PREM. $54.90
$49.90 Adult $44.90 Conc.
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Greenroom $19.90 Age suitability: 12yrs+
A fusion of pure beauty based on the stories of Australia’s first convict women. Love-Song-Circus unites textures of string quartet, guitars, mandolins, double bass, piano, sinuous vocal lines and acrobatics. Three female acrobats and aerialists from Circa join the Tulipwood String Quartet, Ben and Zoe Hauptmann and Katie Noonan for a memorable and moving performance. Internationally renowned Brisbane based company Circa create contemporary circus that moves the heart, mind and soul. An Adelaide Cabaret Festival regular, four time ARIA winning and six time Platinum selling Katie Noonan’s technical mastery and pure voice make her one of Australia’s most versatile and beloved artists. BE SEDUCED BY THIS BEAUTIFULLY UNIQUE MELDING OF BODY AND SOUND
Conceptualised and composed by Katie Noonan Strings arranged by Stephen Newcomb Directed by Yaron Lifschitz
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S E COND WEEK
RIPE
MARK NADLER
debra byrne ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S MOST CHERISHED ARTISTS
I’m a Stranger Here Myself
A house hold name since appearing on national television with Young Talent Time in the 1970s, Debra Byrne is an Australian icon and a pure example of survival.
THE MAESTRO MENACE OF THE KEYBOARDS Celebrating his 5th Adelaide Cabaret Festival Mr Mark ‘showman’ Nadler this year will be exploring the depths of the German expatriate experience. Nadler examines the lives of the Weimar Republic composers as well as those of ordinary German citizens caught up in the most intriguing and emotionally charged period of the Twentieth Century.
BANQUET ROOM Wed & Thurs 7pm (1hr. 10mins.) $44.90 Adult $39.90 Conc.
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“MARK NADLER MAKES BEAUTIFUL CABARET” The Advertiser
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Photograph by Heather Sullivan
13-14 JUNE
Debra’s reputation as an outstanding vocalist has long been admired through her roles in many hit musicals including Mary Poppins, Cats, Les Misérables, Jerry’s Girls and Sunset Boulevard. Join Debra in this stunning intimate setting for her Festival debut showcasing the most memorable moments from a diverse and extensive career.
10, 13 & 14 JUNE SPACE THEATRE
Sun 3.30pm, Wed 11am & 7pm, Thurs 7pm (1hr. 10mins.) PREM. $49.90
$44.90 Adult $39.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $39.90 Conc. $34.90 Presented in association with David M Hawkins
S E COND WEEK
“SHE WAS ABLE TO WAIL LIKE A GOSPEL SINGER AND SPIN OUT A DELICATE NUANCE ON THE TURN OF A DIME...” Cabaret Scenes
eden espinosa A VOCALIST OF RICH POWER AND BEGUILING EMOTION Eden is best known for her portrayal of Elphaba in the Broadway production of the hit musical Wicked. She went on to play the role in both Los Angeles and San Francisco to critical acclaim. In this world premiere performance Eden will take on some of the biggest hits from Aida, Ghost, Rent, Sweeney Todd and Wicked along with a few of her signature re-imaginings of popular hits from artists such as Joni Mitchell, Sia, Beth Hart, Eva Cassidy, and even Cyndi Lauper.
13-15 JUNE
DUNSTAN PLAYHOUSE Wed 6.30pm, Thurs 9pm, Fri 6.30pm (1hr. 10mins.) PREM. $54.90
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S E COND WEEK
“... FULL OF WARMTH, QUIRKY WIT AND TERRIFIC SINGING.” Stage Whispers
LadyNerd OOZING WITH GEEK CHIC CHARM Lifelong LadyNerd Keira Daley (Princess Cabaret, A New Brain) joins forces with musical director and piano nerd Mark Chamberlain (Jersey Boys, The Last Five Years, Mornings With Kerri-Anne), in a brainy celebration where jazzy piano bar meets Sega Megadrive. Amazing true stories and intriguing real-life characters are interwoven with quirky rants and inventive arrangements of songs, all in the key of nerd. The result is a funny, fact-packed cabaret tribute to some of history’s greatest minds including Polish physicist Marie Curie and actress Hedy Lamarr.
13-14 JUNE ARTSPACE
Wed 9.15pm, Thurs 6.45pm (1hr. 5mins.) PREM. $34.90
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emma dean Stripped
13-14 JUNE ARTSPACE
Wed 6.45pm, Thurs 9.15pm (1hr. 10mins.) PREM. $34.90
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Age suitability: 16yrs+ Minor coarse language
“IT’S A SIDESHOW BEHIND A PIANO; IT’S A CARNIVAL OF KOOK; IT’S A SINGALONG STRIPTEASE... ONE OF TEN ARTISTS TO WATCH IN 2011.” New York Post
THE SENSUAL RINGMASTER OF SONG Pop-cabaret darling Emma Dean takes off the fishnets to bare her soul and expose her musical nudity. Featuring her top 15 US indie radio hit, Sincerely Fearful, Dean distils her personal chaos to its most basic visceral elements. Dean has become the guilty pleasure of the underground with her unique performance style – a menagerie of fantasy, corsets and fishnets. It’s just her, a piano and an ominous mannequin who assists with her on-stage costume changes. Featuring a special performance by Emily Davis (Adelaide).
S E COND WEEK
“HER SONGS SPARKLE…” Le Monde
nadeah venus gets even EXPLOSIVE, QUIRKY AND SINCERELY TOUCHING After performing around the world with French super group Nouvelle Vague, Nadeah embarks on her own solo project Venus Gets Even.
Performance Partner
Developed like short films or scenes from a play, her songs – whether intriguing, cheeky or slightly disconcerting – are all clad in dazzlingly bright fabrics, lively arrangements and distinctive lyrics. The rich and sophisticated orchestration, devised by Nicola Tescari, sounds as if Tom Waits and his accompanists were launching into a frenzied albeit classy, punk musical.
13-15 JUNE
FESTIVAL THEATRE STAGE Wed 6.30pm, Thurs 9pm, Fri 6.30pm (1hr. 10mins.) PREM. $49.90
$44.90 Adult $39.90 Conc.
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GreenRoom $19.90
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S E COND WEEK
swing time with
the andrews sisters BOOGIE-WOOGIE HARMONIES Relive the memorable hits of WWII and get to know the most successful female vocal group in the history of popular music. Join Patty, Maxene and LaVerne for a special war-time command radio performance, featuring many of their hits such as – Bei Mir Bist Du Schoen, Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, Rum and Coca Cola, Don’t Sit Under The Apple Tree, I’ll Be With You In Apple Blossom Time and other popular songs of the 1940s. SASSY SISTERS WHO SWING
15-17 JUNE BANQUET ROOM
Fri 1pm, Sat, Sun 7pm (1hr. 10mins.) $39.90 Adult $34.90 Conc. Subscription Adult $34.90 Conc. $29.90
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sharon millerchip iN
marlene pop diva
MILLERCHIP DOES DIETRICH At a grand age, with the aid of good lighting, Marlene Dietrich prepares for one last tilt at Vegas. She has the songs: everything from Gotye to Lady Gaga. She has the pianist: the legendary and inspirational Burt Bacharach (or is it his grandson?) She has the men – or at least the memories of them – stuffed into thirty-six Louis Vuitton suitcases. How can she fail? She can’t, not when the spirit of the legendary ‘Blue Angel’ is being channelled by Australia’s greatest musical diva, Ms Millerchip.
16-17 JUNE
DUNSTAN PLAYHOUSE Sat 6.30pm, Sun 3pm & 9pm (1hr. 10mins.) PREM. $49.90
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S E COND WEEK
“MAD, MAGICAL AND MAGNIFICENT... A MAJOR STAR’” Scotsman
camille o’sullivan feel
13-16 JUNE
FESTIVAL THEATRE STAGE Wed 9pm, Thurs 6.30pm, Fri & Sat 9pm (1hr. 10mins.) PREM. $54.90
$49.90 Adult $44.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $44.90 Conc. $39.90
EXPECT TO FEEL FIRE, ICE, DARKNESS, JOY AND PURE PASSION IN THIS BRAND NEW SHOW Well known to Adelaide Cabaret Festival regulars, Camille O’Sullivan enjoys a formidable international reputation for her dramatic interpretations of the songs of Brel, Cave, Waits, Bowie and more. The award-winning singer has seduced audiences around the world with 5-star, sell-out performances. Dark, fierce, amusing and mesmerizing, Camille transforms each song into an intense theatrical experience, drawing you into a world illuminated by the dark and the light.
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S E COND WEEK
“I DEFY ANYONE TO LISTEN TO THE BREWSTER BROTHERS AND NOT BE TRANSPORTED SOMEWHERE SPECIAL.” ABC 702 Sydney
brothers, angels & Demons TALES FROM A ROCK ’N’ ROLL LIFE In the early 1970s, Rick and John Brewster smashed Adelaide with The Moonshine Jug and String Band. They went on to take The Angels around the world and to the top of the Australian charts. In recent years they have rediscovered their love of acoustic guitars and piano and playing and writing songs together, with The Brewster Brothers. Join the brothers for a flashback journey through their four musical decades together. They’ll strap on the washboards to reveal their musical partnership beginnings with The Moonshine Jug and String Band, perform the most famous hit songs of The Angels and will bring you safely back to the present with songs as The Brewster Brothers. Expect Australian rock secrets and stories from the road to be shared for the first time outside of a backstage band room.
Photographer: Craig Peihopa
THUNDER, LIGHTNING, ROCK AND ROLL
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16-17 JUNE
FESTIVAL THEATRE STAGE Sat 3pm, 6.30pm, Sun 6.30pm (1hr. 10mins.) PREM. $54.90
$49.90 Adult $44.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $44.90 Conc. $39.90
John Carr Brewster-Jones (aka John Brewster) Vocals/Guitar/Harmonica Richard Brewster Guitar/Keyboards/ Washboard/Backing Vocals Enrico ‘Mick’ Morena Drums Ian ‘Polly’ Polites Keyboard/Backing Vocals Shaun Duncan Bass Brenton Spencer Tregloan Banjo
S E COND WEEK
the suitcase royale in the ballad of backbone joe MACABRE CHARACTERS RELIVE TALES OF HILARITY This internationally acclaimed trio from Melbourne return to Adelaide riding a murder ballad of junkyard theatre, visual trickery, dark humor and rag'n'bone live music. The Ballad of Backbone Joe tells a hilariously daft and gruesome tale of a murder set in a small country town, cooked up the way only The Suitcase Royale lads can.
troy cassar-dalEy A LIFE’S STORy in song Since his first guitar lesson at ten years old, Troy Cassar-Daley has lived his life through song. Having travelled many miles to amazing places meeting amazing people, Troy has gathered a wealth of inspiration into his heart. Troy shares the songs that have shaped his life as a person and a musician. These are stories about the lives lived in this big brown land. Songs that offer hope in times of doubt, opened doors when all seemed closed and brought light when everything seemed dark. A SUPERLATIVE STORYTELLER
16-17 JUNE
DUNSTAN PLAYHOUSE Sat 3pm, Sun 6.30pm (1hr. 10mins.)
PREM. $54.90
$49.90 Adult $44.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $44.90 Conc. $39.90
“EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE A SHOW HAS THE POWER TO BEGUILE ITS AUDIENCE WITH THE SHEER BREADTH OF ITS ORIGINALITY. THEY ARE SUPERB, FOUR STARS.” The Scotsman
15-16 JUNE SPACE THEATRE
Fri 7pm, Sat 7pm & 9.30pm (1hr. 10mins.) PREM. $44.90
$39.90 Adult $34.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $34.90 Conc. $29.90
GreenRoom $19.90 Some coarse language, haze effects
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Backstage Cabaret Festival Club DESIGNED BY DAVID BROMLEY Expect the unexpected. Each night will be spontaneous and unique. Filled with an eclectic range of curious and colourful entertainment. Enjoy a drink and celebrate the Festival with your friends, while you rub shoulders with the artists and hit the dance-floor with an eclectic mix of live acts, DJs and roving entertainment. It’s the perfect place to kick on after an evening of cabaret.
8-23 JUNE FROM 9.30pm BANQUET ROOM
Entry is FREE!!
Bring your Adelaide Cabaret Festival show ticket of the same evening for express entry
Join our resident club DJ Phil Ceberano offering his special brand of soulful and sensual grooves nightly throughout the Festival.
Boylesque Pull up your fishnets and slide into your heels! Add biceps to lashes and sequins to moustaches, it’s sweat, it’s style, it’s camp, it’s crass, it’s BOYLESQUE! Direct from GH Melbourne
8-10 JUNE
Broadway Hootenanny The one and only master of the keys, Mark Nadler returns with his mad, bad and dangerous Broadway Hootenanny playing throughout the Festival. Don’t miss the maestro menace with his (very) special guests.
8-10, 15-17, 20-23 JUNE
four chairs Fran Callan
The 5th chair
Sketching obsessively in the thick of the action from the view-point of “artist-aswitness” Fran Callan will create mini masterpieces in front of your eyes.
Combining live music, characters, improvised theatre and armed with just four instruments, no script, no playlist and a live audience. Anything can happen, who will drop in? Four guys, five chairs. The only thing missing is you.
8-10 JUNE
8-10 JUNE
Circus Tricktease The PC3 Join guitarist, vocalist and Mood Swinger Phil Ceberano, and Yasine (Yas) Mdharhri on bass and laptop control, as they take you on a live, chic and très funky musical journey, joined by special guests.
13-16 JUNE
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With a strong comedy and theatrical edge this 1940s inspired acrobatic show will astound you with their effortless balance and skill as they combine jaw dropping circus with swing dance. Catch them in and around the Centre from
15-17 JUNE
the Teensy Top A roving, intimate venue for one audience member at a time. It’s sideshow, it’s vaudeville, it’s secretive and it’s in your face…literally.
20-23 JUNE
THURS 7
FRI 8
1.15 PM
SAT 9
SUN 10
Cosentino Dunstan Playhouse (1hr. 10mins.) pg.10
2.00 PM
Songs for Nobodies Songs for Nobodies Her Majestys Theatre Her Majestys Theatre (1hr. 30mins.) pg.4
(1hr. 30mins.) pg.4
how to get your show UP Greenroom artist talk Piano Bar
(1hr. 30mins.) pg.44
3.00 PM
STORMY WEATHER the LENA HORNE project Dunstan Playhouse (1hr. 10mins.) pg.11
3.15 PM
ANGELA HARDING Artspace (1hr. 10mins.) pg.12
3.30 PM
DEBRA BYRNE Space Theatre (1hr. 10mins.) pg.16
6.00 PM
Cosentino
Songs for Nobodies
Dunstan Playhouse
Her Majesty’s Theatre
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.10
(1hr. 30mins.) pg.4
6.30 PM
STORMY WEATHER
STORMY WEATHER
the LENA HORNE project the LENA HORNE project Dunstan Playhouse
Dunstan Playhouse
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.11 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.11
6.45 PM
7.00 PM
ZOë KEATING
KIM SMITH
ANGELA HARDING
Artspace
Artspace
Artspace
(1hr. 5mins.) pg.10
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.12 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.12
CLARE BOWDITCH
CLARE BOWDITCH
CLARE BOWDITCH
Space Theatre
Space Theatre
Space Theatre
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.6
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.6
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.6
KURT
a brush with keys bromley & CADD
KURT
Banquet Room (1hr. 10mins.) pg.7
7.30 PM
Banquet Room (1hr. 10mins.) pg.29
Banquet Room (1hr. 10mins.) pg.7
VARIETY GALA performance Festival Theatre (1hr. 30mins.) pg.13
8.00 PM
Songs for Nobodies Songs for Nobodies Songs for Nobodies Her Majesty’s Theatre Her Majesty’s Theatre Her Majesty’s Theatre (1hr. 30mins.) pg.4
8.30 PM
(1hr. 30mins.) pg.4
(1hr. 30mins.) pg.4
LEA SALONGA
LEA SALONGA
Festival Theatre
Festival Theatre
(1hr. 50mins.) pg.8
(1hr. 50mins.) pg.8
KIM SMITH
EDDIE PERFECT
EDDIE PERFECT
Artspace
Dunstan Playhouse
Dunstan Playhouse
EDDIE PERFECT Dunstan Playhouse (1hr. 10mins.) pg.6
9.00 PM
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.12 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.6
9.15 PM
9.30 PM
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.6
ZOë KEATING
KIM SMITH
Artspace
Artspace
(1hr. 5mins.) pg.10
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.12
THE SNOWDROPPERS
THE SNOWDROPPERS
THE SNOWDROPPERS
Space Theatre
Space Theatre
Space Theatre
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.7
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.7
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.7
BACKSTAGE CABARET BACKSTAGE CABARET BACKSTAGE CABARET FESTIVAL CLUB FESTIVAL CLUB FESTIVAL CLUB Banquet Room
Banquet Room
Banquet Room
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calendar
OPENING WEEKEND
calendar
SECOND WEEK WED 13 11.00 AM
THURS 14
FRI 15
SAT 16
DEBRA BYRNE Space Theatre (1hr. 10mins.) pg.16
1.00 PM
LOVE-SONG-CIRCUS
THE ANDREWS SISTERS
Dunstan Playhouse
Banquet Room
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.15 (1hr. 10mins) pg.20
3.00 PM
the BREWSTER BROTHERS Festival Theatre Stage (1hr. 10mins.) pg.22
TROY CASSAR-DALEY Dunstan Playhouse (1hr. 10mins.) pg.23
3.30 PM
6.00 PM
6.30 PM
NADEAH
CAMILlE O’SULLIVAN
NADEAH
the BREWSTER BROTHERS
Festival Theatre Stage Festival Theatre Stage Festival Theatre Stage Festival Theatre Stage (1hr. 10mins.) pg.19 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.21 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.19 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.22
EDEN ESPINOSA
LOVE-SONG-CIRCUS
EDEN ESPINOSA
MARLENe POP DIVA
Dunstan Playhouse
Dunstan Playhouse
Dunstan Playhouse
Dunstan Playhouse
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.17 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.15 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.17 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.20
6.45 PM
7.00 PM
EMMA DEAN
LADYNERD
THE VELVET GENTLEMAN THE VELVET GENTLEMAN
Artspace
Artspace
Artspace
Artspace
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.18 (1hr. 5mins.) pg.18
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.14 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.14
DEBRA BYRNE
DEBRA BYRNE
THE SUITCASE ROYALE THE SUITCASE ROYALE
Space Theatre
Space Theatre
Space Theatre
Space Theatre
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.16 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.16 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.23 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.23
MARK NADLER
MARK NADLER
the ANDREWS SISTERS
Banquet Room
Banquet Room
Banquet Room
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.16 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.16
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.20
8.00 PM
8.45 PM
9.00 PM
CAMILlE O’SULLIVAN
NADEAH
CAMILlE O’SULLIVAN
CAMILlE O’SULLIVAN
Festival Theatre Stage Festival Theatre Stage Festival Theatre Stage Festival Theatre Stage (1hr. 10mins.) pg.21 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.19 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.21 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.21
LOVE-SONG-CIRCUS
EDEN ESPINOSA
Dunstan Playhouse
Dunstan Playhouse
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.15 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.17
LOVE-SONG-CIRCUS Dunstan Playhouse (1hr. 10mins.) pg.15
9.15 PM
9.30 PM
LADYNERD
EMMA DEAN
Artspace
Artspace
(1hr. 5mins.) pg. 18
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.18
PARIS WELLS
PARIS WELLS
PARIS WELLS
THE SUITCASE ROYALE
Space Theatre
Space Theatre
Space Theatre
Space Theatre
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.14 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.14 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.14 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.23
BACKSTAGE CABARET BACKSTAGE CABARET BACKSTAGE CABARET BACKSTAGE CABARET FESTIVAL CLUB FESTIVAL CLUB FESTIVAL CLUB FESTIVAL CLUB Banquet Room
Banquet Room
Banquet Room
Banquet Room
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FINAL WEEK SUN 17
WED 20
THURS 21
FRI 22
SAT 23
KANE ALEXANDER Festival Theatre Stage (1hr. 10mins.) pg.34
MARLENE POP DIVA
SHERIE RENE SCOTT
Dunstan Playhouse
Dunstan Playhouse
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.20
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.35
JACK CHARLES Space Theatre (1hr. 10mins.) pg.30
THE CLASS OF CABARET 2012 Space Theatre (1hr. 10mins.) pg.40
the BREWSTER BROTHERS KANE ALEXANDER Festival Theatre Stage
SHERIE RENE SCOTT
SHERIE RENE SCOTT
Festival Theatre Stage Festival Theatre Stage Dunstan Playhouse
KANE ALEXANDER
Dunstan Playhouse
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.22 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.34 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.34 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.35 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.35
TROY CASSAR-DALEY
TIM FREEDMAN
ZIGGY
JOHANNA ALLEN
Dunstan Playhouse
Dunstan Playhouse
Dunstan Playhouse
Artspace
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.23 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.33 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.31
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.36
THE VELVET GENTLEMAN
JOHANNA ALLEN
VIRGINIA GAY
Artspace
Artspace
Artspace
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.14
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.36 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.36
THE LOST FINGERS Space Theatre (1hr. 10mins.) pg.38
TEX PERKINS & the dark horses Space Theatre (1hr. 10mins.) pg.32
THE LOST FINGERS Space Theatre (1hr. 10mins.) pg.38
JACK CHARLES v the crown Space Theatre (1hr. 10mins.) pg.30
the ANDREWS SISTERS
TRIPOD
TRIPOD
TRIPOD
Banquet Room
Banquet Room
Banquet Room
Banquet Room
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.20
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.39 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.39 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.39
BEN VEREEN
LENNY HENRY
Festival Theatre
Festival Theatre
(2hrs. 30mins.) pg.37 (2hrs. 30mins.) pg.41
CLASS OF CABARET 2012 Space Theatre (1hr. 10mins.) pg.40
MARLENE POP DIVA
ZIGGY
ZIGGY
ZIGGY
Dunstan Playhouse
Dunstan Playhouse
Dunstan Playhouse
Dunstan Playhouse
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.20 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.31
DON WALKER
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.31 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.31
DON WALKER
Festival Theatre Stage Festival Theatre Stage (1hr. 10mins.) pg.32 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.32
TIM FREEDMAN Dunstan Playhouse (1hr. 10mins.) pg.33
TOMMY BRADSON
TOMMY BRADSON
JOHANNA ALLEN
VIRGINIA GAY
Artspace
Artspace
Artspace
Artspace
(1hr. 10mins.) pg.38 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.38 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.36 (1hr. 10mins.) pg.36
TEX PERKINS & the dark horses Space Theatre (1hr. 10mins.) pg.32
THE LOST FINGERS Space Theatre (1hr. 10mins.) pg.38
TEX PERKINS & the dark horses Space Theatre (1hr. 10mins.) pg.32
THE LOST FINGERS Space Theatre (1hr. 10mins.) pg.38
BACKSTAGE CABARET FESTIVAL CLUB
BACKSTAGE CABARET BACKSTAGE CABARET BACKSTAGE CABARET BACKSTAGE CABARET FESTIVAL CLUB FESTIVAL CLUB FESTIVAL CLUB FESTIVAL CLUB
Banquet Room
Banquet Room
Banquet Room
Banquet Room
Banquet Room
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David Bromley Exhibition One of the most successful and innovative painters currently working in Australia. In his art Bromley has managed to combine a distinctive Pop sensibility – a love of found images, photographic sources and mass media references – with an inventive relish for the effects of paint. His work divides into two distinct but related strands: images of childhood (adapted from the world of 1950s book illustrations) and images of the female nude. Bromley is also increasingly in demand as a portraitist. He has been a finalist six times in the Archibald Prize and the painter of some famous visages, including filmmaker Scott Hicks, actor Hugo Weaving and pop-star Kylie Minogue. Displaying an extraordinary artistic energy he has experimented with a wide variety of different media – printmaking, ceramic, sculpture and, more recently, film, furniture, fashion and interiors. FEATURING ORIGINAL ARTWORK BY DAVID BROMLEY WITH AN OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE EXHIBITED WORK
8-23 JUNE
BROMLEY GALLERY (Located in Lyrics) 11am – 5pm FREE
a brush with keys David Bromley & Brian Cadd THE STAGE BECOMES A STUDIO OF INSPIRATION Long time friends, singer-songwriter Brian Cadd and artist David Bromley are creative icons who reflect the Australian psyche in their work. Both have unique and distinctive styles that are engaging, moving and mystifying. Brian is best known for penning hits such as Little Ray of Sunshine and Ginger Man. David is one of Australia’s most high profile and prolific visual artists. In this unique collaboration David will create a new art work live on stage while Brian entertains and inspires on piano with a special guest or two. Expect an evening that is a mirror of its creators – intriguing, challenging, spontaneous and funny.
9 JUNE
BANQUET ROOM Sat 7pm (1hr. 10mins.) $44.90 Adult $39.90 Conc. Subscription Adult $39.90 Conc. $34.90
Suitability: 15yrs+
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“STEEPED IN DECADES OF OUR HISTORY (SOCIAL, POLITICAL, THEATRICAL), SURPRISINGLY UPBEAT… A WARM-HEARTED, VERY ENTERTAINING EVENING.” Sydney Morning Herald
Music from the Stage Production
jack charles V THE CROWN ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S MOST HIGHLY REGARDED PERFORMERS
23 JUNE
SPACE THEATRE Sat 3.30pm & 7pm (1hr. 10mins)
PREM. $49.90
$44.90 Adult $39.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $39.90 Conc. $34.90
An Aboriginal elder who pioneered Koorie theatre in the early 1970s, Uncle Jack founded the first Aboriginal theatre company in Australia, Nindethana. He was a television regular and the star of Australian films including The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith. Jack is an actor, musician, potter and gifted performer, but in his nearly 70 years he has also been homeless, an addict, a thief and a regular in Victoria’s prisons. Jack is no longer caught in the cycle of addiction, crime and doing time. Backed by a three piece band, Jack performs songs from his widely acclaimed theatre show Jack Charles V The Crown. An engaging evening of songs from Jack’s 1940s childhood through to a blues version of Oodgeroo Noonuccal’s poem Son of Mine. THE ENDURING CHARISMA OF UNCLE JACK IS SIMPLY SUBLIME
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Presented in association with ILBIJERRI Theatre Company. Performed by Jack Charles, Nigel MacLean, Phil Collings and Malcolm Beveridge. Original production written by John Romeril and Jack Charles and directed by Rachael Maza. ILBIJERRI Theatre Company is supported by the Australia Council for the Arts, Arts Victoria, the City of Melbourne and by the Office for the Arts, Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, Indigenous Culture Support Fund.
F INAL WE EK
“UNIQUE, IMPRESSIVE, PHENOMENAL! A MIND BLOWING CONCERT EXPERIENCE.” Sunday Telegraph
Ziggy
The Songs of David Bowie THE INFLUENTIAL INDIVIDUALIST
20-23 JUNE
DUNSTAN PLAYHOUSE Wed 9pm, Thurs 6.30pm, Fri, Sat 9pm (1hr. 10mins) PREM. $54.90
$49.90 Adult $44.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $44.90 Conc. $39.90
An impressive ensemble of Australia’s most electrifying live performers pay homage to Bowie, the pop phenomenon. From the futuristic ideology of Ziggy Stardust with songs Starman, Suffragette City and Rock’n’Roll Suicide. Through to the anthemic choruses of Heroes, Young Americans and Let’s Dance that collide with Under Pressure, Ashes to Ashes before thrusting headlong into his classic pop hits of Space Oddity, Modern Love, China Girl and Life on Mars.
STARRING Jeff Duff, Steve Balbi, Brydon Stace and the Ziggy Band
A THEATRICALLY INSPIRED MUSICAL JOURNEY INTO THE SONGBOOK OF DAVID BOWIE.
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F INAL WE EK
“PERKINS’ ABILITY BEHIND THE MICROPHONE IS ALMOST UNMATCHED..” Eleven Magazine
‘’A RUTHLESS RACONTEUR WITH A FIRM LEASH ON A MEAN, MONGREL BREED OF AUSTRALIAN TRUCKSTOP BLUES’’ The Age
tex perkins & the dark horses TEX WILL CHARM THE STRIDES OFF YOU
DON WALKER Tales from the Landsborough Highway
Tex is sauntering back into Adelaide to lead the lilting, dark country of Tex Perkins & The Dark Horses.
A HIGHWAY FULL OF OLD TUNES AND NEW
Perkins’ world-weary growl will showcase songs from the new album, alongside gems like – I Know You Know I Know, Splendid Lie, Real Love, A Name On Every One and She Speaks A Different Language.
Raconteur Don Walker will lead you down the highway with tales of outback towns and science fiction, Hebrew myth, country halls and Bluecaps rock’n’roll, timber yards and poolrooms by the ocean. Tales handed down from other centuries and those that had to be lived first hand.
Come on a ride to remember with Tex Perkins and fellow Dark Horses – Charlie Owen, Joel Silbersher and two new members, bassist Steve Hadley and drummer Gus Agars. BROODING BOURBON-SOAKED COUNTRY
One of Australia’s most acclaimed songwriters, Walker, presents an evening of songs and stories, backed by his five piece band The Suave F***s, with a guest appearance from Adelaide harmonica player David Blight.
20-22 JUNE
20-21 JUNE
Wed & Fri 9.30pm, Thurs 7pm (1hr. 10mins)
Wed, Thurs 9pm (1hr. 10mins)
SPACE THEATRE
PREM. $49.90
$44.90 Adult $39.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $39.90 Conc. $34.90
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FESTIVAL THEATRE STAGE PREM. $54.90
$49.90 Adult $44.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $44.90 Conc. $39.90
Age suitability: 16+yrs.
F INAL WE EK
tim freedman fireside chat
20-21 JUNE
A PERFECT WINTER’S EVENING IN FRONT OF THE HEARTH
Wed 6.30pm, Thurs 9pm (1hr. 10mins.)
Best known as the lead singer of The Whitlams, an ARIA Group of the Year with a string of gold & multi-platinum albums, Tim Freedman will perform solo in an evening of grand pianos, sweet melodies and a few pointed opinions.
DUNSTAN PLAYHOUSE PREM. $54.90
$49.90 Adult $44.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $44.90 Conc. $39.90
Renowned as a raconteur between songs, Tim links tunes together with extended yarns such as “How I learnt to hate JJJ” and “Why did Caroline Overington call my father a Jewish accountant”. His songs of charming well-crafted cynicism sound as if Randy Newman joined Crowded House.
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F INAL WE EK
“HANDSOMELY CHISELLED FEATURES, A FINE VOICE, GOOD TASTE IN SONGS AND AN OPEN-HEARTED DELIGHT IN PERFORMING….” New York Post
kane alexander ALL I KNOW CELEBRATING A 10 YEAR CABARET CAREER
20-21 JUNE FESTIVAL THEATRE STAGE
Wed 6.30pm, Thurs 11am & 6.30pm (1hr. 10mins) PREM. $49.90
$44.90 Adult $39.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $39.90 Conc. $34.90
Kane Alexander is best known for the lead roles he has performed on the musical stage, along with touring Australia with popera superstars Il Divo, UK diva Katherine Jenkins, and Tina Arena. However his first love is cabaret. Delighting in the titillating wit of a Jerry Herman lyric, or the soul-bearing honesty of a Bucchino torch song, Kane is at home on the cabaret stage. All I Know is an elegant and sophisticated show for the cabaret connoisseur, featuring highlights from Kane’s performances over the last decade.
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F INAL WE EK
“SMASHING, BEAUTIFUL, FUNNY, REMINDS US WHY WE KEEP COMING BACK TO BROADWAY” The New York Times
Sherie Rene Scott ONE OF BROADWAY’S BIGGEST, BRIGHTEST STARS
22-23 JUNE
DUNSTAN PLAYHOUSE
Fri 6.30pm, Sat 3pm & 6.30pm (1hr. 10mins) PREM. $54.90
$49.90 Adult $44.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $44.90 Conc. $39.90
Acclaimed Broadway actress, singer, writer and proud three-time Tony Award loser, Sherie Rene Scott is a first-rate comedienne and chanteuse who has appeared with glowing reviews in musicals such as Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Everyday Rapture and The Little Mermaid. Boldly stepping off the Broadway stage and into your hearts for a rare, intimate appearance at Adelaide Cabaret Festival. This brand new show of eclectic music and musings features songs by David Byrne, Harold Arlen, Toots and the Maytals, Jason Robert Brown and Yusef (the guy formerly known as Cat Stevens).
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Johanna Allen with Nigel Ubrihien
“NAUGHTY, SEXY, A LITTLE BIT DIRTY, A LITTLE BIT SILLY, BUT MOST OF ALL SHEER UNADULTERATED BRILLIANCE.” Sunshine Coast Daily
Mixtape and other stories… A MIXTAPE OF HITS FROM BLONDIE, BREL, FINN AND MANY OTHERS Have you ever given a collection of songs to someone? A personal playlist with a special theme or message? Adelaide’s favourite musical theatre daughter, Johanna Allen returns to her old stomping ground with her new show of eclectic music passionately performed. Mixtape and other stories is a compilation of Johanna’s favourite songs from the Pixies to Puccini. You might even get to make a request.
dirty pretty songs
WARM, WHIMSICAL & JOYFUL
virginia gay
CHECK YOUR PRUDISHNESS AT THE DOOR Singing dirty songs real pretty and pretty songs real dirty, Virginia Gay (Winners and Losers and All Saints) promises to change the way you listen to music. Virginia takes cheerful pop tunes and gives them a depraved edge. Imagine a smutty sounding Love You Like That by Guy Sebastian or a rather suggestive Come Said the Boy from Mondo Rock. Part cabaret, part exposé, part guerrilla stand up comedy, Dirty Pretty Songs is a foul-mouthed, twisted extravaganza of soul, sex and some of your favourite songs. INNOCENT, CHARMING AND INCREDIBLY FILTHY
22-23 JUNE ARTSPACE
Fri 6.45pm, Sat 9.15pm (1hr. 10mins) PREM. $34.90
$29.90 Adult $24.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $24.90 Conc. $19.90
Suitability: 16yrs+ Contains coarse language, sexual references Presented in association with Cre8ion
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“SHE HAS THE GOODS – PRESENCE, TIMING AND NOT A LITTLE CHUTZPAH...” The Advertiser
21-23 JUNE ARTSPACE
Thurs 6.45pm, Fri 9.15pm, Sat 6.45pm (1hr. 10mins.) PREM. $34.90
$29.90 Adult $24.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $24.90 Conc. $19.90
O N E S H OW ONLY
“EVERYTHING FINALLY COALESCED IN ‘MR. BOJANGLES,’ WHEN HE BECAME AN ARCHETYPAL VAUDEVILLIAN: SINGING, DANCING, WHISTLING – DOING IT ALL.” The New York Times
steppin’ out with
BEN VEREEN CHARMING, FUNNY WITH THEATRE-SIZE PIZZAZZ A true legend of Broadway, Ben Vereen will be Steppin’ Out With a unique blend of artistry combining a tribute to Broadway, Frank Sinatra, and Sammy Davis Jr. Featuring hit songs such as Defying Gravity, Mr. Bojangles, Something’s Coming and Life is Just a Bowl of Cherries, in a contemporary and timeless journey through the Broadway songbook. Each performance is filled with song and dance, stories of his life, and a great deal of humour. A Tony Award winner for his role in Pippin, Vereen has appeared on Broadway in Wicked, Fosse, Chicago, Jesus Christ Superstar, Hair and I’m Not Rappaport to name a few. He also featured in the television mini-series Roots. A TRUE SONG AND DANCE MAN OF BROADWAY
22 JUNE
FESTIVAL THEATRE
8pm (2hrs. 30mins incl. interval) PREM.$109.90 A RES. $89.90 Adult $79.90 Conc.
C RES. B RES. $79.90 Adult $49.90 Adult $69.90 Conc. $44.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $79.90 Conc. $74.90 Presented in association with David M Hawkins
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F INAL WE EK
tommy bradson
The Men My Mother Loved TRAGIC, HILARIOUS AND FEROCIOUSLY POETIC
the lost fingers IN
lost in the 80 s
AN INGENIOUS TRIBUTE TO THE MUSIC OF THE 80S
Go back to the early 80s when records rule the radio and groupies flock to gigs to fall for their idols. A bastard child follows his mother in the shadow of rock’n’roll where the men at the mic become the father he never had. Multi-award winning down and dirty artist Tommy Bradson presents a love song to his mother, to Oz and to the men his mother loved. Featuring re-imagined golden gems from Cold Chisel, INXS, Nick Cave and Australian Crawl. John Thorn – Pianist/Musical Director
20-21 JUNE ARTSPACE
Wed, Thurs 9.15pm (1hr. 10mins.) PREM. $34.90
Subscription Adult $24.90 Conc. $19.90
Age suitability: 16yrs+ Coarse language & smoke effects
Quebec’s finest Gypsy Jazz trio make their Australian debut at this year’s Festival. Acclaimed the world over and favourites at the Montreal Jazz Festival, The Lost Fingers are known for their witty, jazzed –up renditions of nostalgic 80s hits, combined with great musicianship and a charming sense of humour. Lose yourself on a musical journey back in time as the trio perform songs from their acclaimed albums Lost in the 80s, RendezVous Rose and Gypsy Kameleon.
20-23 JUNE SPACE THEATRE
Wed 7pm, Thurs 9.30pm, Fri 7pm, Sat 9.30pm (1hr. 10mins.) PREM. $49.90
$44.90 Adult $39.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $39.90 Conc. $34.90
GreenRoom $19.90
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$29.90 Adult $24.90 Conc.
“A VOICE LIKE CHILLI CHOCOLATE – RICH, DARK AND SPICY.” The Age
F INAL WE EK
“... THERE’S HARDLY TIME TO CATCH YOUR BREATH IN BETWEEN BOUTS OF UNCONTROLLABLE LAUGHTER... SOMETIMES FIVE STARS JUST AREN’T ENOUGH.” The Scotsman, Edinburgh
tripod
men of substance AUSTRALIA’S FAVOURITE MUSICAL COMEDY TRIO
Are they boys? Men? Men’s men? Or ladyboys? Tripod have become stars of radio, TV, and the stage by pretending to be stupid albeit in glorious three-part harmony. In Men of Substance they decide it’s time to grow up. Armed with tattered wisdom, cheap scotch and unlicensed firearms, Tripod bring to bear their hard-earned cabaret chops to show you how and in what way the once scorching charismageddon of the new generation have morphed into craggy fugitives with a suitcase of regrets and a glass eye.
21-23 JUNE BANQUET ROOM Thurs, Fri, Sat 7pm (1hr. 10mins.) $44.90 Adult $39.90 Conc. Subscription Adult $39.90 Conc. $34.90
GreenRoom $19.90 Mature content
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17 JUNE
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THE ULTIMATE LESSON IN CABARET High School students made their debut appearance at Adelaide Cabaret Festival in 2010 under the nurturing guidance of David Campbell, Artistic Director (2009-2011). This year a new class of 30 cabaret students from 14 secondary schools from across the State will share their stories through music. The talented class will study the practical art of cabaret with Musical Director Matthew Carey and vocal coach Kim Spargo, culminating in a Masterclass with Artistic Director Kate Ceberano.
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Students graduate with two shows only in the Space Theatre.
SPACE THEATRE Sun 6pm & 8.45pm (1hr. 10mins.)
PREM. $39.90
$34.90 Adult $29.90 Conc.
Subscription Adult $29.90 Conc. $24.90
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Supported by
F INAL W E EK
“A CHARISMATIC COMIC AT HIS BEST” THE GUARDIAN
Adelaide Cabaret Festival and Maggie Gerrand present
LENNY henry
cradle to rave LENNY’S TOUR DE FUNK
23 JUNE
FESTIVAL THEATRE
8pm (2hrs 30mins incl. interval) PREM. $109.90
A RES. $89.90 Adult $79.90 Conc. $79.90 Group (6+)
B RES. C RES. $79.90 Adult $49.90 Adult $69.90 Conc. $44.90 Conc. $69.90 Group (6+) $44.90 Group (6+) Subscription Adult $79.90 Conc. $74.90
Age suitability: 12yrs+
Acclaimed UK comedian, actor, writer, TV presenter, radio host and all-round Renaissance man Lenny Henry returns to his roots with a funky, funny and personal one man show, Cradle to Rave, about the thing he loves most: music. Cradle to Rave is Henry’s most personal show yet, offering a hilarious and touching insight into a man to whom music matters a little too much. From growing up thinking Elvis was a relative, as there were so many pictures of him in the house, to missing a cue during his theatrical debut as Othello because he was listening to hip hop, Cradle to Rave sets Henry’s family, first loves and fame against a musical backdrop – a comic cabaret voyage through his life told via its eclectic soundtrack. Directed by Richard Wilson, Cradle to Rave is Henry’s musical journey from fan boy to the greatest singer the UK never had. A WELL-TUNED CABARET COMEDY
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WINE & DINE Enhance your Adelaide Cabaret Festival experience with a variety of catering options available before, between and after each show
The Winter Garden Festival Theatre Terrace
Bistro by the food business
A lively hub providing a place to meet and refuel between shows. The popular ‘All Fired Up’ wood oven pizzas and Beyond India’s fantastic range of curries will return along with the wicked Spanish Chorroz. More to be announced soon.
With unrivalled River Torrens views complemented by superb food and service, Bistro by the food business offers idyllic à la carte, pre and post theatre dining experiences, conveniently located downstairs at the Dunstan Playhouse. Unwind in the adjacent cosy Cocktail Lounge with bar snacks and delectable cocktails. Bookings are essential. If attending a show, please advise staff at time of booking. Open show times and Sunday lunches. Bistro by the food business is also available for private functions.
Coopers beers and Grant Burge wines will also be available at the Terrace Bar. Proudly supported by
+61 8 8216 8744 info@foodbusiness.com.au
Platters Antipasto Platters, Vegetarian Platters and Cheese Platters to share will be available at all bars located in the theatre foyers.
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Be wowed by the two-course Cabaret Express Menu including any two courses with a complimentary glass of Grant Burge wine. $55 Book a table of six or more and receive a complimentary bottle of Grant Burge wine. [1 bottle per booking] For further information or bookings call +61 8 8216 8744
Cocktail Lounge [Located downstairs in the Bistro by the food business] Sizzle the night away in the adjacent cosy Cocktail Lounge, serving tantalising bar snacks and cocktails until late.
Foyer Café
Entertaining to suit all your business needs
Casual meals and light refreshments Located next to the Box Office in the Festival Theatre Foyer, the Foyer Café offers convenient, fresh, ‘grab and go’ or casual meals, coffee and light refreshments. Open business hours, Monday to Friday and show times with daily specials. For a more formal dining experience, head downstairs to Bistro by the food business at the Dunstan Playhouse.
Treat your clients to a night at the cabaret. With a diverse selection of performances to choose from, Adelaide Cabaret Festival and Adelaide Festival Centre Catering can create an experience that suits your business needs. Choose from a range of entertainment options including dinner and show packages, exclusive corporate boxes for 6 or 11 guests with an adjoining entertaining area, or group functions.
Grant Burge Wine Bar
+61 8 8216 8965 corporate.clubs@adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au
Located in the Space Theatre Foyer Created especially for the Festival, the Grant Burge Wine Bar is the perfect place to meet before and after shows. After all Life is a Cabernet.
Functions
Belvedere Vodka Bar Soak up the surrounds of the Belvedere Vodka Bar, located near the entry of the Backstage Cabaret Festival Club in the Banquet Room. Back by popular demand, it’s the perfect place for a pre-show cocktail or post-show Martini. Open until late each night.
Elder Park Café Alfresco and indoor dining A stunning place to indulge in something from the seasonal menu either alfresco or indoors. Sip organic Fair Trade coffee, enjoy a local wine or beer from an eclectic list.
10 to 700 guests Looking for a creative venue for your next function? Adelaide Festival Centre Catering offers a range of venues for groups of 10 to 700 guests suitable for cocktail parties, weddings, exclusive dinners, business lunches and small scale conferences. Adelaide Festival Centre Catering team will work with you to design a unique event for you and your guests. +61 8 8216 8633 functions@adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au
For further information and bookings adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au
+61 8 8216 8732 elderparkcafe@msn.com
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HOW TO GET YOUR SHOW UP
GreenRoom Artist talk
GET CABARET FESTIVAL TICKETS FOR UNDER $20!
Star of Adelaide Cabaret Festival show Kurt (pg.7), Justin Burford and the show’s producers Ben Finn and Eloise Grace, share their insight on how to develop a great idea into an awesome main-stage show. Justin is best known as the frontman of End of Fashion and recently starred in the musical Rock of Ages
9 JUNE PIANO BAR
Sat 2pm (1hr. 30mins.)
Lea Salonga
Clare Bowditch
FREE
Paris Wells
Exclusive to GreenRoom members To register email thegreenroom@adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au
The Lost Fingers Tripod
ZoË Keating
The Snowdroppers
Nadeah Eddie Perfect
The Suitcase Royale
Kurt
Love-Song-Circus
Tickets only $19.90! 30 or under? Join GreenRoom for cheap tickets, workshops and exclusive events
CABARET CATCH UP On Saturday 16 June ABC 891 presenter Sonya Feldhoff will join Cabaret Festival artists Camille O’Sullivan, Mark Nadler and Various People Inc. on stage for a chat. Sonya will coax the artists to reveal their creative impulses, artistic desires and what makes them tick.
16 JUNE PIANO BAR
Sat 4pm (1hr.)
FREE
SUBSCRIPTIONS
*BUY A 2012 ADELAIDE CABARET FESTIVAL SUBSCRIPTION TO 4 OR MORE SHOWS AND QUALIFY TO: – Buy additional tickets to any shows presented by Adelaide Festival Centre that have a season subscriber price at anytime throughout 2012 including: Adelaide Cabaret Festival, Adelaide International Guitar Festival, OzAsia Festival, and lots more.
How to Book
By Phone BASS 131 246 All major credit cards accepted Mon to Sat 9am to 6pm [CST] International bookings +61 8 8205 2300
Online information and
– Receive Adelaide Festival Centre program and Festival brochure.
tickets are available at adelaidecabaretfestival.com.au or bass.net.au.
– Receive invitations to selected Adelaide Festival Centre exhibition openings and events
Over the counter at all
* Subscriptions only available in A reserve
How to Subscribe 1. Choose 4 or more shows. 2. Purchase a 2012 Adelaide Cabaret Festival Subscription: – Online at bass.net.au – By phone 131 246 – In person at any BASS outlet Please note: Subscription applies when you purchase the same number of tickets to four or more shows in A Reserve only. You must buy the same type (Adult and/or Concession) of ticket across your subscription. For example, if you are buying one adult and one concession to the first show you choose, you must also buy an adult and a concession to the other three or more shows in your subscription. If you require assistance with venue and seating access, please call 131 246 or come in to the Festival Centre box office to purchase your tickets. 3. Congratulations you are now an Adelaide Festival Centre subscriber! 4. You will receive confirmation of your subscriber status within 2 working days (if booking online). This will provide you with details on how to access your subscription benefits.
BASS Outlets and the Adelaide Festival Centre. For information regarding BASS outlets, phone 131 246 or visit bass.net.au
Car Park Are you driving to or from the Cabaret Festival? Undercover car parking is available at the Adelaide Festival Centre with regular security patrols. Enter off King William Road for easy access to all of your festival shows. Pre-book your space through BASS on 131 246.
Conditions of ticket purchase Lost or stolen tickets – in most instances reserved seat tickets may be replaced, however general admission tickets cannot be replaced. Please call BASS on 131 246 for assistance. Concessions – Pensioners, seniors, unemployed and full time students are entitled to concession prices. Proof of entitlement may be requested at time of purchase or at the venue. Please make sure you carry your concession cards. Additional subscriber tickets – are subject to availability and are only available once you have subscribed to at least four 2012 Adelaide Cabaret Festival performances. Program Disclaimer The Adelaide Festival Centre respects your privacy and meets Government policy requirements. Every effort has been made to ensure that performance dates, times, prices and other information contained herein are correct at time of publication.
When booking your tickets, please inform the BASS operator if you have any specific access requirements. For all other disability access inquiries please contact Patron Services: access@adelaidefestivalcentre. com.au or +61 8 8216 8600.
Transport
Car & Driver Services Smart Car Australia 1300 130 020 Citicar +61 8 8440 0777
Taxi Companies Suburban 131 008 Adelaide Independent 132 211 Yellow Cabs 132 227 Access Cabs 1300 360 940
Trams/Buses/Trains
We have a lift – all of our carpark spaces are accessible. Further enquiries on +61 8 8216 8724 Opening times 24 Hours/7 Days a week
Access Services
Call +61 8 8210 1000 +61 8 8303 0844 (hearing impaired) Lines are open from 7am to 8pm daily adelaidemetro.com.au
To ensure our programs are accessible and your time with us is as enjoyable as possible, we have access-friendly facilities on site. These include: wheelchair loan service, assistive hearing system, access toilets, access seat allocations, pre–book your access parking in the car park with BASS on 131 246, access friendly drop off/pick up points, lift access in the car park, lift access in the Space Theatre and
Catering
5. YOU CAN NOW BUY AS MANY SUBSCRIPTION PRICED TICKETS AS YOU LIKE to 2012 Adelaide Cabaret Festival and Adelaide Festival Centre shows. Please note: Additional tickets to shows you have already subscribed to will not be seated with your original booking. Call BASS 131 246 if you have any questions regarding seat allocation or have access seating requirements.
Festival Theatre venues, lift access to the Bistro – access from the Playhouse Reception desk.
Make a night of it with a variety of delicious dining options available before, between and after each show. See pages 42 & 43 for more information.
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