Down Under: The Songs That Shaped Australia
Love Aussie music? The award-winning musical spectacular returns to Adelaide after taking regional Australia and the UK by storm. Hailed with five-star reviews and sold out shows, this rockin' celebration brings together powerhouse vocals from acclaimed songstress Michelle Pearson and a sensational 5-piece band.
Relive the songs that defined generations and inspired change, with anthems from Midnight Oil, Cold Chisel, Paul Kelly, The Divinyls, Tina Arena, The Easybeats and more. Uplifting and electric, this is a celebration of the artists whose determination shaped Australia's musical history with beautiful storytelling layered throughout.
"One word describes this show: perfect." ★★★★★ Edinburgh Review 2024
Winner of the FringeWorld Best Music Award + House of Oz Purse Prize Winner!
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Presented by: Michelle Pearson Music | We Rally Creative
We Rally Creative was created by multi-award-winning cabaret performer, singer and producer, Michelle Pearson. A production house that exists to celebrate the many hands it takes to present moving and notable music, theatre and cabaret works and special events.
Michelle is recognised by her powerful and soulful sound, moving interpretations of songs and engaging storytelling in cabaret and theatre. Her company is well-known for the popular music and food sensations, Comfort Food Cabaret and Just Desserts as well as acclaimed works; Down Under – The Songs That Shaped Australia and Skinny which was the 2024 recipient of the Frank Ford Commission at the Adelaide Cabaret Festival. Michelle and her company have toured around Australia extensively and work in the UK and the US in festivals.
Sessions
Ground Floor at Plant 4 Bowden:
Top of the Ark at Arkaba Hotel:
Ticket Prices
Prices may not be available on all sessions
All transactions incur a $4.80 Transaction Fee (some exceptions apply). Read more at Fees explained.
2 Venues
Top of the Ark at Arkaba Hotel
150 Glen Osmond Rd, Fullarton, Kaurna
- Step-free mobility aid access through an alternative entrance with an accessible bathroom.
- Venue is 18+ but minors may attend with a parent or legal guardian
Ground Floor at Plant 4 Bowden
Plant 4 Bowden, 5 Third St, Bowden, Kaurna
- Step-free mobility aid access through the main entrance with an accessible bathroom.
- Venue is 18+ but minors may attend with a parent or legal guardian
Suitability & Warnings
Please note
There is a brief mention of gambling and suicide in relation to a musician's history.
Accessibility
- High Audio Content
