

Tina - A Tropical Love Story
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Image by Jamie James
It’s 1993, in a sweltering Darwin amphitheatre in the NORTHERN TERRITORY. A young First Nations boy finds himself swept away by the legendary Tina Turner - AN ENCOUNTER THAT would spark a journey of self-discovery and transformation.
Blending storytelling, cabaret and dazzling drag, enter the enchanting realm of First Nations drag performer Miss Ellaneous (AKA Ben Graetz), who shares deeply personal tales of growing up in Darwin and the profound impact of the queen of rock 'n' roll.
Tina – A Tropical Love Story is written, performed and directed by Ben Graetz with special performances from guest artists from the drag, First Nations and queer performance scene – Iconic drag queen and proud Sistergirl Crystal Love, triple threat Garret Lyon, darling drag artist Dana Dizon (Prawn Cracker Spice), leading Australian dancer Sermsah, star of the stage (social media influencer) Thomas Bevan (2Joocee), performance art royalty The Huxleys and our dynamite Missette’s Glory Tuohy-Daniell and Cleopatra Pryce. With choreography by Sani Townson with producing support from Elaine Crombie. Simply the best!
Performance Details
Venue
Elisabeth Murdoch Hall
Melbourne Recital Centre
31 Sturt Street, Southbank VIC 3006
Dates & Times
Wed 7 May 8pm 60 mins, no interval
Tickets
Blaktix $20 General $45 YIRRAMBOI Fan $65 TICKETING & ACCESSIBILITY ENQUIRIES Venue Phone: (03) 9929 9600 Venue Email: boxoffice@melbournerecital.com.au
Photography
Private Dancer
Writer, Director & Performer
Ben Graetz (he/him) aka Miss Ellaneous (Miss Tina) (she/her), Malak Malak/ Kungarakan/Muran Clan (Iwaidja)/Torres Strait Islands (Badu Island)
Introducing the deadly creatives:
Sani Townson (choreographer), Crystal Love, Garret Lyon, Thomas Bevan (2Joocee), Glory Tuohy-Daniell, Cleopatra Pryce, Prawn Cracker Spice, Sermsah, and The Huxleys
Images
Jamie James, Joseph Mayers
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Additional Information
The audience will be seated throughout the performance.
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Auslan Interpreted
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Accessible Bathroom
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Assistance Animals Welcome
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hearing Loop
Presented by YIRRAMBOI and Melbourne Recital Centre, with BRG Productions.
This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body.
Recommended for ages 15 and over, adult themes, strobe and haze.
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