Geelong’s own Denis Walter OAM will headline Christmas Opening Night Carols by the Bay at Steampacket Gardens on Saturday November 30.
Free festivities kick off at 6.30pm with a pre-show ahead of a 7.15pm performance from kids’ entertainment group Team Dream.
The main event starts at 8pm, showcasing the dulcet tones of local crooner and entertainer Denis Walter.
Performing together once again, touring singer Julie Walter will join Denis on stage for their favourite carols.
Oz Boyz will put a modern twist on the distinct soul-pop sound that is Motown, featuring familiar faces from many of Australia’s touring shows and musicals.
Accordionist Lucy Riddett will take to the stage with a repertoire of carols and music from all around the world and Santa will make an appearance.
The event will be carefully guided by Michael Cristiano, a skilled veteran musical director who has worked with Australian and international acts, including The Seekers.
At 9.15pm, this special night will culminate with the lighting of the Floating Christmas Tree.
One lucky child will have the chance to flick the switch and ignite low-level pyrotechnics and the tree’s first sound and light show. The show will run every 15 minutes until midnight.
“We can’t wait to kick start the festive season and our Christmas in Geelong program with an all-star list of performers, traditional and modern carols and the lighting of Australia’s biggest Floating Christmas Tree,” acting executive director city life Pam Newton said.
“The family friendly ‘Christmas Opening Night – Denis Walter Carols by the Bay’ event will draw community members from across our region and beyond, boosting our local economy and spreading Christmas cheer.”
Find out more at geelong.link/Christmas-Opening-Night-Denis-Walter
