1954: Ella, Etta, Eartha (Eudlo)
Event description
It's the year 1954. Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James and Eartha Kitt are all at the dizzy heights of their careers. With swinging jazz, powerful soul and cheeky kitsch these three women broke new ground for all who followed after. Melissa Western and her world class all-female band pay tribute to this magnificent era in music and inspiring trio of pioneering singers. 50s style abounds.
“Western is a force of nature...Great storyteller, feisty, highly enjoyable; ... Warm, witty and supremely talented ... captivating ...fantastic instrumentalists” ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Broadway Baby
“Western is absolutely brilliant… Her aptitude for music is vast and versatile” ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ThreeWeeks magazine [UK]
“Western’s gorgeous singing voice serves her well” The Australian
Cash Bar available. (No BYO please)
Snacks and light refreshments will be available for purchase from the kitchen.
3.30pm doors for a 4pm start. Please allow time to check in and find your seats.
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"This project is supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland. This initiative was supported through the Creative Industries Investment Program and is jointly funded by ArtsCoast through Sunshine Coast Council’s Art and Heritage Levy and the Regional Arts Development Fund in partnership with Queensland Government."