1954: Ella Etta and Eartha

Swinging jazz, powerful soul and cheeky kitsch featuring Melissa Western and her band. It’s the year 1954. Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James and Eartha Kitt are all at the dizzy heights of their careers. With swinging jazz, powerful soul and cheeky kitsch, these three women broke new ground for all who followed after. Melissa Western and her band pay tribute to this magnificent era in music and inspiring trio of pioneering singers. 50s style abounds.

“Western is a force of nature…Great storyteller, feisty, highly enjoyable; … Warm, witty and supremely talented … captivating …fantastic instrumentalists” ***** (five stars) Broadway Baby

“Western is absolutely brilliant… her aptitude for music is vast and versatile” ***** (five stars) ThreeWeeks magazine [UK]

“Western’s gorgeous singing voice serves her well” The Australian

Morning tea included with table tickets.  Lunch is available for purchase after the performance.