A Night at the Rock Opera
Anthemic rock experience, A Night at the Rock Opera, returns to the State Theatre with another star-studded lineup. Eighteen of Australia’s favourite vocalists take the stage to cover some of the great rock anthems from shows like Tommy, The Wall, Godspell and The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Ciaran Gribbin (INXS) is something of a veteran.
“The beauty of these nights is that you’ve got so much varied talent, from the young Voice kids to legends like Glenn Shorrock – as well as singers like Mark Williams (Dragon), Steve Balbi (Noiseworks) and Bobbi Fox (Jersey Boys),” explains Gribbin. “The level of talent is fantastic – it’s just a really great vibe.”
When the nervous energy kicks in there is an element of unpredictability. “We fly by the seat of our pants but it always comes together,” says Gribbin. “It takes everyone out of their comfort zone because we are doing material we’re not used to doing.”
As the major fundraiser for the YWCA, all proceeds go towards helping disadvantaged women, children and families. “We are very blessed to earn a living doing music but there are people less fortunate,” says Gribbin. “It’s a fantastic time but the bottom line is we are there to help people who are in need – there’s a lovely sense of unity backstage and I’m delighted to be a part of it.” (GW)
Nov 24, State Theatre, Market St, Sydney, $80-130, ticketmaster.com.au
