May’s Morning Melodies at the Pilbeam Theatre takes us back to the swinging sixties with a tribute to one of the most successful female British pop singers of the era, Dusty Springfield.
Central Queensland’s own Amanda Hock stars in the show which features hits songs along with fascinating insights into the pop diva’s life.
Amanda is no stranger to the music of Dusty Springfield. She stunned audiences with her portrayal of the singer in Rockhampton Regional Council’s musical Dusty in 2012.
In this specially created Morning Melodies concert, Amanda takes away the big hair and glamorous outfits of the stage musical to reveal her own intimate tribute.
The show takes audiences through Dusty’s early years, her hits, her borrowed songs and her personal favourites.
Featured songs include: I Only Want To Be With You, Stay Awhile, The Look of Love, Son of a Preacher Man, and many more you might not even know she recorded!
Amanda is a veteran of many Rockhampton Regional Council produced musicals. Some of her favourite lead roles have been in Dusty, Wicked. Chicago, The Last 5 Years, Mary Poppins and Mamma Mia! She also works with husband Travis on their local production company Lock&Hock Productions, directing, producing and writing both established and original work in the region
Amanda will be accompanied by local musician Daena Walton on piano.
Amanda Hock will perform A Tribute to Dusty Springfield at Morning Melodies at the Pilbeam Theatre on Monday 15 May at 11am. Tickets are on sale now at $20 for adults with concessions and group discounts available, from the Pilbeam Theatre Box Office or www.seeitlive.com.au
Morning Melodies is presented by Rockhampton Regional Council. A free morning tea, provided by Brumby’s Allenstown / Gracemere / Parkhurst, will be provided from 10am.
IMAGE: Amanda Hock performing as Dusty in the 2012 Rockhampton Regional Council production.
