6 Aug

Songs My Aunties Taught Me

What’s the best advice an aunty ever gave you? What’s the worst? One thing’s for sure—an aunty never misses a chance to tell you exactly what she thinks.

As Part of Queensland Fringe In Partnership With The Empire

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#Big feelings, belly laughs, and enough aunty wisdom to last a lifetime.

In this cheeky and heartfelt cabaret, Papuan-Australian songstress Heru Pinkasova goes searching for answers through the songs and stories of the women who shaped her life. Along the way, she visits legendary Aunties including Billie, Dame Kiri, Jessye and Dolly.

With her powerhouse voice, soulful tunes and divine beats, Heru reimagines songs across opera, soul, cabaret and contemporary genres, creating surprising musical connections, unexpected moments of joy, and a celebration of the women whose voices continue to guide us.

Times

Thursday 06 August - 8:00pm

Prices

General Admission $20.00

*A fee of $5 applies per transaction for online bookings.

Venues

Church Theatre

Genres

Music

Accessibility

If you're after wheelchair seating or Companion Card (limited number available) book via our Ticket Office or over the phone on 1300 655 299.

Opera singer Heru Pinkasova’s powerfully rich voice ... was spellbinding, her arias hypnotic and an absolutely regal presence on stage.

If a lioness could sing she would sound like this
The Clothesline

...a show-stopping aria from Heru Pinkasova left the audience in silent awe.
Aussie Theatre

...a dynamic cabaret experience, full of fun...
Blue Curtains Brisbane

Wow wow wow. I feel like my eardrums have just been given a delightful, melodic pounding.

The moment Aunty Heru steps onto the stage her charisma and confidence are felt.
Nothing Ever Happens in Brisbane

If traditional theatre isn’t your taste, then ‘Songs my aunties taught me’ might provide the alternative that you’re searching for. I was pleasantly surprised at how well the mash up of styles worked together to create an energetic and captivating performance that succeeds at its familiar genres while managing to stand out on its own.
Jaydem Martin