Unforgotten: Songs of Australians at War

Fred Smith and band perform a survey in song of the experiences of Australians at war beginning with the iconic works of Henry Lawson, Eric Bogle, John Schumann (Redgum), and Don Walker (Cold Chisel) leading through to his own firsthand song-stories from the valleys of Uruzgan Province and the evacuation of Kabul.

Fred Smith served for two years alongside our troops in Tarin Kowt and at Forward Operating Base Mirwais in the Chora Valley of Uruzgan Province. He lived to tell the story and was recently awarded an Order of Australia for doing so through song, memoire and a remarkable series of concerts around the country.

Framed by a stunning collection of projected photos and some cheeky Aussie humour, the songs are set in historical context, honouring the sacrifices made while asking some timely questions about the costs and benefits of our “alliance wars”.

“An exceptional songwriter and certainly the equal of Bogle, Walker and Schumann… a cycle of songs that are raw, remarkably honest and suitably ambivalent about the nature of war.” Bruce Elder, Sydney Morning Herald

“What a fabulous show last night. So thought provoking and revealing. Every Australian should watch this show. What an extraordinary intellect! I learnt so much. Thankyou for bringing this show to us”. Jo (Fremantle) on Facebook

"Such a great show, grief and sorrow mixed with wisdom, history, humour, inclusiveness and wonderful music". Leith Maddock on Facebook

INFO

Date/Time: Sat 5 December, 7.00pm

Duration: 2.5 hours including interval

Tickets: Adult $45, Concession $40 (plus non-refundable booking fee)

Bistro opening hours - Dinner: 5:30pm to 8:00pm (bookings recommended)

Contact the host of Unforgotten: Songs of Australians at War - Fred Smith