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THE SAPPHIRES

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Five years after it first raised the roof at Sydney’s Belvoir St Theatre, this stunning musical is finally set loose in Wollongong, starring some of Australia’s best-loved vocalists.

1969. Vietnam. Bombs are dropping and the world is exploding in protest. Back at the Tiki Club in St Kilda, four Koori sisters from country Victoria catch the eye of a big-city talent scout with their Supremes cover group. But for the MacCrae girls, the realisation of a life-long dream to perform overseas isn’t quite what they had in mind – they’re off to sing for the troops on the front line.

This swinging celebration of all the joy and heartbreak of family tells the true story of The Sapphires as they shake it for the troops and push sibling love to its limits. Wesley Enoch’s acclaimed production features the soul hits that defined a generation. And we’re thrilled that two great Australian singers, Christine Anu and Casey Donovan, are stepping into the shimmery frocks to bring The Sapphires to life.

“Resonant and touching …you’ll swear they are the hottest of hot soul divas.” - The Sydney Morning Herald

"These four terrific singers recreate The Sapphires in a top notch production filled with toe tapping sound and Motown songs … You will not often get the chance to see so much great talent on the one stage at the same time … The pace and polished performances make this a must see production." - GLAM Adelaide



Location
IMB Theatre

Pricing
Adult: $59; Adult Early Week Special: $54; Conc/Group 10+: $52; Conc/Group 10+ Early Week Special: $47; Student Rush: $25

Performance Times
General Public:
Tues 18 & Wed 19 May 8pm, Thurs 20 May 11am & 8pm, Fri 21 May 8pm, Sat 22 May 2pm & 8pm. Meet the Artists: Thurs 20 May. Captioned Performance: Sat 22 May 2pm.
Schools:
Thurs 20 May 11am. Suitable for students in Years 9 - 12.

Running Time
Approx 2 hrs 20 mins (incl interval)

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