A Migrant's Son

Cabaret • Events
South Australia

"A far-reaching generational story that crosses divides, ignites memories & pulls at your heart-strings" Stage Whispers.

Two-time Helpmann Award nominee Michaela Burger welcomes you into her family's story, shining a unique spotlight on the migrant experience. After enjoying an informal Greek feast * you'll traverse 100 years from Russia to Coober Pedy - following the hardship, ingenuity, tragedy & triumph present in all migrants' stories. Brought to life with original live music - featuring Lala Land choir, led by Carol Young - it is a touching account that is both hard-hitting & hilarious!

Winner 2019 Adelaide Fringe Frank Ford Award & Best Cabaret Weekly.

★★★★★ The Upside.

*Informal Street Food by Greek Palace, incl. in $65 ticket price.

7pm - Food

8pm - Show

Drinks available for purchase.

Please note: If you are a Companion Card holder, you may purchase a Companion Meal ticket by contacting our Call Centre on 1300 621 255. 

Additional Information Publication

Presented by: Michaela Burger

Described by Kate Ceberano as “an asset to the cabaret community”, Burger is the recipient of the Adelaide Fringe Frank Ford award 2019, Best Cabaret Adelaide Fringe 2019 weekly, Best Cabaret Adelaide Fringe 2016 and has been nominated for a Helpmann Academy for Best Cabaret Performer 2016 and 2019.

In addition to winning the 2015 International Cabaret Contest, Burger is the co-writer and star of the successful stage show Exposing Edith, about the life and songs of Edith Piaf. The show has performed to sell out audiences and tours extensively throughout Australia, New Zealand and the UK. Her award-winning new show, A Migrant’s Son, has received critical acclaim and features original music written by Burger.

Companion Card holders can purchase a meal for their Companion for $28. To select this: add a 'COMFOODONLY' ticket to the basket. This is selected instead of a 'Companion' ticket (the companion must only have 1 ticket)

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