Overview
Queensland Symphony Orchestra proudly presents Hopelessly Devoted: A Celebration of Olivia Newton-John, hosted by internationally acclaimed drag superstar, Courtney Act.
Joining Courtney will be stars of stage and screen David Campbell, Jess Hitchcock, Georgina Hopson and Christie Whelan Browne to perform alongside the splendour of Queensland Symphony Orchestra. You can expect them all to sing their hearts out to all of Olivia’s iconic hits including "Magic", "I Honestly Love You", "Make a Move on Me", "You’re the One That I Want", and of course -"Hopelessly Devoted to You".
Conducted by Nicholas Buc, this tribute to one of Australia’s most beloved pop icons will have you tapping your toes and singing all the way home. So, whether Grease is your word, you love to get Physical, or your neon light shines for Xanadu, don’t miss this live homage to the original Pink Lady and pop darling.
Artists
- Host and Performer Courtney Act
- Performer Jess Hitchcock
- Performer Christie Whelan Browne
- Performer David Campbell
- Performer Georgina Hopson
- Conductor Nicholas Buc
- Orchestra Queensland Symphony Orchestra
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