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Sydney Presents Australia Plays Broadway
In an unprecedented theatrical event, a diverse array of Australia’s most talented performers were showcased for one night only at the Sydney Presents Australia Plays Broadway Show held on January 22 at the Jazz at Lincoln Center.
Leading Australian producers, Wayne Harrison (Creative Director, City of Sydney) and Ross Mollison (Producer, Slava’s Snowshow, Spiegeltent) produced the unique evening that included the diverse elements of the arts from cabaret to opera, and from symphony to rock.
The star-studded line-up included a special appearance by John Travolta who shared the stage with Bindi Irwin. Tony Award winning choreographer of Happy Feet, Savion Glover, also appeared showing off his tap dancing moves from the Australian directed movie.
The Australian talent included Shannon Noll (2007 MTV Australia VMA Winner for Best Male Artist), Christine Anu (award winning singer), Eskimo Joe (double platinum indie rock group), Richard Walley (Indigenous perfomer), Pei-Jee and Pei-San Ng (twin cellists), Raymond Crowe (Australia’s only unusualist), Caroline O’Connor (Broadway star), David Campbell (award winning cabaret singer), Daniel Sumegi (internationally renowned bass baritone singer), Rachelle Durkin (award-winning soprano opera singer), the Australian Dance Theater and the Pembroke Orchestra.
Dancers from the Australian Dance Theatre performed at the Rose Theater.
One of Australia’s most iconic buildings, the World Heritage listed Sydney Opera House was also highlighted in spectacular footage which was accompanied by classical music played by the brilliant Ng brothers.
Guests included executives from the entertainment, arts, philanthropic and business communities.
Following the show, the New South Wales Minister for Tourism, Matt Brown and lead sponsor, the City of Sydney hosted the After Party, which was an exclusive event for 600 guests. The party was an opportunity for guests to mingle with the members of the cast. Guests were also treated to the imaginative and delectable selection of desserts created by celebrity chef, Shannon Bennett.
Aussie twin cellists, Pei-Jee and Pei-San Ng.
Bindi Irwin joked with Qantas Goodwill Ambassador John Travolta
at the Sydney Presents Australia Plays Broadway Show.
Shannon Noll and Jamie Durie shared a laugh during the performance.