Celeste Barber: Backup Dancer

Australia’s queen of comedy, Celeste Barber, is set to return to Australian stages this August and September with her acclaimed show, Backup Dancer.

Celeste Barber: ~Backup Dancer~
Celeste Barber: ~Backup Dancer~

#Everything from social satire to awkward personal anecdotes

Following her sold-out 2024/2025 Australian, US, UK and European tour, Barber is now bringing her high-energy performance to nine regional cities she's never performed in before, giving fans in previously unvisited areas the chance to experience her signature blend of humour and storytelling — live and in person.

Backup Dancer dives into everything from social satire to awkward personal anecdotes and her lifelong dream to be a backup dancer for Janet Jackson, all delivered with Barber’s trademark wit, physical comedy, and unfiltered charm. The world tour has been a phenomenal success, with nearly 100,000 tickets sold across North America, Europe, Dubai, the UK, New Zealand, and Australia throughout 2024 and 2025.

Don’t miss your chance to spend an evening with one of the country’s sharpest comedic minds.

Friday 05 September - 7:30pm


One Price $101.90
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Comedy


Strictly Over 18’s Only – Babies and Infants Not Permitted
Coarse Language / Adult Themes

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Acknowledgement
of country

The Empire acknowledges the Traditional Custodians, the Giabal, Jarowair and Western Wakka Wakka peoples, where we work and present stories. We would like to pay respect to the Elders, past and present and to all First Nations peoples.

Artwork: We Are Yuree by Adrian Bauwens

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