Leading Ladies and John Foreman is coming to Geelong’s Costa Hall for one night of songs, stories, laughs and triumphs.
Lucy Durack is one of the three Leading Ladies and said she was excited to perform in the show next Friday with “two absolute icons of the Australian and International stage”.
“The show is head-to-toe, wall-to-wall musical theatre hits with two of my absolute idols, Caroline O’Connor and Silvie Paladino, who I have looked up to my entire career and I’m so excited that I’m going to sing with them,” she said.
“To be able to sing with both of them at the same time, it’s definitely a dream come true.”
Mrs Durack said the show contained musical theatre hits from the 80s through to today and that they were “spoiled for choice” with what material to include.
“There’s going to be so many musical theatre numbers and we’re going to be singing songs that we have sung throughout our careers and then some songs that we’ve dreamt of singing but never had the chance,” she said.
“There will be songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber, Wicked, Les Misérables and Chicago and a little mini tribute to Judy Garland.
The show will also feature John Foreman’s 30-piece Australian Pops Orchestra. Mrs Durack said she loved collaborating with Mr Foreman and was excited to bring the show to Geelong.
“John is fantastic, not only is he such a fantastic conductor, but he’s also just a brilliant host,” she said.
“He’s got such a knack for being funny and witty, moving things along nicely, and just keeping a calm head on his shoulders.
“Any chance I ever have to get to Geelong, I always grab with both hands.
“I just love it in Geelong, I’m really at home there and it’s also a beautiful performing space and just a lovely community,” Mrs Durack said.
She said the show would be perfect for anyone who loves musical theatre and classical music.
“It will be a real feast for anyone who likes musical theatre and classic musical theatre,” Mrs Durack said.
Tickets are available on the Geelong Arts Centre website or by calling the Box Office on 1300 251 200.
