Aussie Theatre has 3 x double passes to giveaway to HAIRSPRAY THE MUSICAL in Melbourne on Wednesday 26th October 2022. Other credits include World Premier season of Georgy Girl, Andrew Lloyd Webbers iconic production of Love Never Dies including the film version, the 10th Anniversary Tour of Mamma Mia, the Donmar Warehouse production of Guys and Dolls, and West Side Story, Promises Promises and Guys and Dolls for The Production Company, Michael Ralphs Hollywood Honky Tonk, Company (Kathy) for Watch This and originating the role of Selina in the play Kindred for GoldFish Films. One of Australias most versatile performing artists, Todd McKenney is an award-winning and critically acclaimed performer on stage and screen. He is a graduate of Western Michigan University and was most recently seen on the US Tour of Hairspray. Recently,Tonyhad won the Redbull Dance Your Style 2021 National Qualifiers, and made his musical debut as Richie in A Chorus Line at Sydney Opera House. Ayanda also performed in 2 Productions of Opera Australias South Pacific as Ngana (2012) alongside her Dad Nhlanhla Phewa Dladla as Seabee Henry & Sister Tamaiah as alternate Ngana, with a return of the season in 2013. Hairspray is a romantic comedy set in racially segregated 1960s Baltimore and is based on the dreams of teenager Tracy Turnblad, whose ultimate dream is to sing and dance on The Corny Collins Show. With potentially more than 2,000 people seeing Hairspray with you, its wise to factor in time for lines. Your reference number is. Micheal would like to thank Matt Lenz and Stewart/Whitley for this opportunity. This allows time to find parking, check in, have tickets scanned, go to the bathroom, order a drink at the bar, and find your seat before the show starts. HAIRSPRAY is the romantic comedy of dance-loving teenager Tracy Turnblad who has one dream: to dance on The Corny Collins Show. Most recently, Morgan was due to appear as Edgar in Qween Lear (ALG/Sydney Festival) and ensemble in Cry Baby (LPD & Sydney Opera House), both of which were cancelled due to Covid. Regional: Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Shirelles, Ogunquit Playhouse), Little Shop (Crystal, Performance Riverside). Hairspray the Musical returns exclusively to Melbourne April 14 17 (2021) The National Theatre, St Kilda. Other standouts include Rhonda Burchmore as Velma Von Tussle, Rob Mills as Corny Collins and the lovable best friend of Tracy Turnblad Mackenzie Dunn as Penny. In fact, a moment needs to be taken to acknowledge the incredible dancing in the show, choreographed by Kinky Boots Jerry Mitchell. Brianna is a Melbourne based actor, singer, dancer and musician and most recently appeared in the national tour of Chess The Musical for Storeyboard Entertainment. Before going to see Hairspray at the Regent Theatre, its worth familiarising yourself with the American Civil Rights Movement of 1950s and 1960s America. Starring some of the finest stage and screen performers Shane Jacobson, Todd McKenney, Rhonda Burchmore, Rob Mills, Asabi Goodman and Carmel Rodrigues. DCE produced the original Mamma Mia! Her tribute show Donna Lee Sings Doris Day always plays to packed audiences, as well as her tribute show Donna Lee Sings Petula Clark which won her a GLUG Award (Sydney Critics Award) for Best Cabaret Performance. Most recently Conor appeared asDanielinOnce On This Islandwith Altitude Theatre Company andJoey TribbianiinFriends! WebAcclaimed Director Jack OBrien (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory), and Choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots), lead a Broadway creative team to present the feel-good and hilarious Hairspray in Australia as originally intended. She was also a 2016 Rob Guest Semi Finalist. There is no formal dress code for the Regent Theatre or Hairspray, however, you may consider dressing up a bit as this show is colourful, fun and leans into 60s fashion with more sequins and feathers than you can count so have a bit of fun and break out the velvet threads or other retro fashion items. Eli has enjoyed numerous credits across all facets of the entertainment industry, both here and abroad. Morgan was then cast in the 2017 Australian premiere of the multiple award-winning musical The Book of Mormon (GFO) as Swing before taking over the role of Elder Harris/Pop Tarts, playing over a thousand performances across Australia and New Zealand until the shows closure in 2020. SIX The Musical is one of the best shows you can catch in Melbourne right now. Everyone is just an absolute showstopper.. In addition to his work in film and television, Todd is an experienced recording artist whose work includes cast recordings of ANNIE and SHOUT. Based on the original cult 1988 movie of the same name no, not the one with Amanda Bynes, John Travolta andMichellePfeiffer, which came after the musical adaption Hairspray delivered a young Ricki Lake her breakout moment, and featured Debbie Harry as the evil, racist mom to boot. Melbournes latest production of Hairspray is a fairly true recreation of the original musical book, littered with familiar faces from the Australian stage and screen. The closest car park is Wilson Parking at 161 Collins Street, just 120 metres from the Regent Theatre. WebStarring much-loved stage and screen performer Shane Jacobson as Edna Turnblad , Todd McKenney as Wilbur Turnblad , Rhonda Burchmore as Velma Von Tussle , Bobby Fox I cant wait for audiences to see it!. We celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land. Todd has also performed with Opera Australia and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. Zuleika is a Penrith born, Melbourne based artist, comedian and writer for TV & the stage. This is longer than SIX The Musicals 75-minute running time, and just short of Happy Potter and the Cursed Childand Hamilton. 4. If there were standouts in the cast, it would have to be the girls. Paul graduated from the Ensemble Acting Studios in Sydney and has over 30 years experience on stage and screen. HAIRSPRAY is the romantic comedy of a dance-loving teenage Tracy Turnblad who has one dream: to dance on The Corny Collins Show. Her father, Frank Cleary was a Juggler, and her mother Gloria Dawn, was one of Australias foremost music theatre performers. Some of Shanes other on-stage roles include:The Drowsy Chaperone,QI Live withSTEPHEN FRY,8 The Play,Shane Warne The MusicalandMother & SonwithNOELINE BROWN and The Rocky Horror Show with TODD MCKENNEY. Mackenzie can be seen as Bobby in the new ABC/Netflix comedy series Why Are You Like This?. , where a dance-loving teenager Tracy Turnblad inspires to dance on The Corny Collins Show and craves the attention and love of teen heartthrob Link Larkin. Previous work includes Celie in The Color Purple (The Phoenix Theatre Company), Diana Ross/Patti LaBelle in Beehive (Peterborough Players), Corie in Barefoot in the Park (Lake Dillon Theatre Company), Sherrie in Rock of Ages (Lake Dillon Theatre Company), Tiana in Mickey and the Wondrous Book (Hong Kong Disneyland), Narrator in Joseph (Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre), and various performances with the Motown tribute group, Shadows of the 60s. She has also trained at the Australian Performing Arts Grammar School & Village Nation, which led her onstage again to The Royal Shakespeares Companys production of Matilda as Alice in 2015. Winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Hairsprays story is more effective and pertinent than ever; and with the brilliant original creative team at the helm director Jack OBrien (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory) and choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots) this joyous new Australian production of Hairspray features the irrepressible toe-tapping songs Good Morning, Baltimore, Big, Blonde and Beautiful and You Cant Stop the Beat. Other credits include: Grease (Doody) and Rustin, which comes to Netflix in 2023. Bobby Fox is an Irish born Australian actor who originated the role of Franki Valli in the Australian production of Jersey Boys which he performed over 850 times. Chlo Marshall has been performing and training in the arts since she was three years old and has recently graduated with a Diploma of Musical Theatre from Brent Street in 2021. In Shanes own words: Its an actors dream to step into someone elses shoes and walk a mile in them, especially when those shoes are very high heels, and you get to dance and sing the night away!. Sean Johnston exudes a likeable stage When her dream becomes reality, big-haired Tracy falls in love and finds friends in unexpected ways. Sean most recently performed in Jersey Boys, at The Star Gold Coast, understudying Frankie Valli and Bob Gaudio. Shane also is a passionate Producer of film, television, and events. Starring some of the finest stage and screen performers Originally from Toowoomba, Sean is a recent graduate of Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University, completing a Bachelor of Musical Theatre. By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. Shane Jacobson (From 2006 film. ) The story of Tracy Turnblad and her desire to bring people together is more pertinent than ever, while the show touches on themes such as individuality, body image, student activism and fighting for whats right. "Hairspray" hit theaters in July 2007.The musical film starred Nikki Blonsky (Tracy Turnblad), John Travolta (Edna Turnblad), and Zac Efron (Link Larkin).Travolta has done a mix of TV and film roles in the years since, on dramas like "The People v. More items RACV Members can enjoy a whole new suite of benefits, with exclusive offers to access a range of theatre experiences and events in Melbournes famed East End. Maude Davey, played Alice in The Hello Girls, dir. Instagram: @theandreality. Conor made his screen debut in the movie musicalSuddenly,starring in the role ofHarry. Rob Mills and the lead cast of the Australian production of Hairspray perform It's Hairspray for media at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne's East End Theatre District. When all her dream become true, its not all perfect. Some of Australias favourite performers are brushing off their dancing feet, including the much-loved Shane Jacobson, who will star as beloved housewife Edna Turnblad, alongside the hilarious Todd McKenney as Wilbur Turnblad, Rhonda Burchmore as the villainous Velma Von Tussle, Rob Mills as the lovable Corny Collins, Asabi Goodman as the powerhouse Motormouth Maybelle and introducing Carmel Rodrigues as Tracy Turnblad. WebAt just 23 years of age, Carmel Rodrigues is thrilled to be making her professional musical theatre debut in Hairspray. 14 years later, the musical opened on Broadway, honouring the tradition of casting a male actor in the Edna Turnblad role to honour legendary drag performer Divine, who played Tracys mother in the original movie. Flawlessly executed and with a level of energy that was simultaneously infectious and tiring to watch (I was out of breath. She is a 2022 American Australian Association (AAA) scholarship recipient, which she used to train in New York in March of this year. Shane Jacobson as Edna Turnblad and Todd McKenney as Wilbur Turnblad were playful and hilarious and stole the show. Its not just about me its about all the people who work in theatre that have been out of work and this show is so joyous, so heart-warming, and fun. In 2018 she won Best Newcomer in Theatre/Performing Arts Awards Western Australia for her performances with The Black Swan State Theatre Company. Other performing credits include corporate events with Crown Entertainment, Nickelodeon, MCG, Caulfield Cup, Myer, Skechers, AFL and Disney Plus. Tickets are on sale now via www.hairspraymusical.com.au, Find us on Facebookand Instagram @HairsprayMusicalAU @HairsprayMusical and Twitter @Hairspray_AU. Zoe has been a semi-finalist for the Rob Guest Endowment in both 2016 and 2018. Since then she has been nominated for her roles as Madame Thenardier in Les Miserables, and the Dubbo Housewife in Menopause the Musical. Credits: US Hairspray National Tour (Lorraine/Motormouth Maybelle u/s), Ragtime (Sarah), Rock of Ages (Justice), Little Shop of Horrors (Ronette). were playful and hilarious and stole the show. The feel-good multi-award-winning Broadway show HAIRSPRAY the Musical has opened at the Regent Theatre Melbourne. Brushing off their dancing feet includes Javon King (international tour of RENT, Newsies) as Seaweed J Stubbs, Australian musical theatre veteran Donna Lee and Ayanda Dladla, who made her stage debut as Molly in the 2021 GFO production of Annie and also featured as young Nala in the Australian tour of Disneys The Lion King, who will perform the role of Little Inez. Todd was also a top six finalist for the 2018 Rob Guest Endowment Award. He also is a sought after Session Vocalist and Voice Artist. Heres everything you need to know to have a wonderful experience at Her Majestys Theatre. Originally, the movie (which, by the way, was not a musical) saw average box office earnings before it evolved into a cult classic thanks to the fertile ground of the humble video store. On a personal level, Shane is a proud husband and father to four children. Carmel is a recent graduate of the Sydney Acting School and has also trained at the Australian Institute of Music. Harrys Musical Theatre credits include the leading role Scott Hastings in Strictly Ballroom and Drew Boley in Rock of Ages. Jamont is groovin into his International touring debut! We've seen a lot of these such adaptations in Melbourne of late versions of both, have hit our stages in the past year alone but. Despite a few minor uncomfortable moments when you wonder if the script has been adequately updated with modern sensibilities in mind, issues of race and segregation through the lens of the 1960s are deftly handled, if in a fairly cheesy way. Since graduating, Sean has reprised his role of Danny in Grease at QPAC, performed the role of Sky in Mamma Mia! And in what is the ultimate full circle moment, Carmel also played the role of Tracy Turnblad in her high school production ofHairspray, so is very excited to be introducing herself to audiences across Australia with a role so close to her heart! Image: Jeff Busby. In 2015, Harry appeared in a regional tour with The Fairies, as the Elf. Opened as a grand picture palace in 1929, the luxurious theatre seats 2,145 people on its generous leather seats, adorned with original chandeliers and lavish gold interiors. Web13 February, 2022 Gabi Bergman Crossroads Live, Hairspray, Hairspray Musical, John Frost, Music Theatre Welcome To The Sixties, Melbourne! Close to the Regent Theatre, Bettys Burgers is the place to go for an American dining experience. A graduate of Ballarat University and originally from Morwell, in regional Victoria, Jaz is currently touring in Fame the Musical. Hairspray is a lighter take on serious societal issues, making this high-energy song and dance theatre show family friendly. Originally from the sunny Gold Coast, Conor is a singer, dancer and actor who is passionate about performing. Described as one of the best shows of the year (Limelight Magazine) and Indestructible feelgood entertainment (The Age), Hairspray has received five-star reviews and left audiences slack-jawed with awe (The Australian). The musical sparks conversations about positive body image, racism and standing up for what you believe in. To God be the glory! Hairsprayis showing in Melbourne from 7 August 30 October 2022. Aaron is thrilled to be joining the company of Hairspray Australia. You can also watch Hairspray the film and listen to the soundtrack, so that youre ready to sing along with the musical. Prior to this, Zoe toured Australia and internationally in West Side Story(Opera Australia/GWB Entertainment) as Rosalia, alternating the role of Maria. Carmel Rodrigues was flawless in her role-playing Tracy Turnblad. Melbournes Regent Theatre played host to a special preview and meet and greet the cast of the Melbourne production of HAIRSPRAY! HAIRSPRAY is in a different league, The musical fix weve all been waiting for. Rhonda Burchmore should have been a shoo-in as colourful (but not colour-blind) villain Velma Von Tussle, but seemed strained hitting her notes, while Rob Mills, although perfectly cast as the slick Corny Collins, was perhaps not so perfectly cast vocally for the shows style of music. Image: Jess Busby. 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