Red haired woman holding a little river band record and smiling at the camera

lead singer with ponytail smiling at audience surrounded by musicians with her arms open

6 piece band performing on a stage in a large draped tent with many audience members

Down Under: The Songs That Shaped Australia

Award-winning music sensation presents a celebration of Australian hit-makers and the songs that spurred change throughout history.

Australian music is vast and varied; it captures the beauty and brutality of the land with storytelling at the forefront. With the powerhouse vocals of Michelle Pearson, an incredible band and sold out seasons with rave reviews in Australia and Edinburgh to boot, this nostalgic homecoming will have you on your feet with hits from Midnight Oil, Cold Chisel, Paul Kelly, The Whitlams, The Divinyls, ACDC, Tina Arena and more.

For lovers of Aussie music - this is a celebration of the artists whose determination shaped Australia's musical history with beautiful storytelling layered throughout.

"One word describes this show: perfect." ★★★★★ Edinburgh Review 2024

Presented by: Michelle Pearson Music | We Rally Creative

We Rally Creative was created by multi-award-winning cabaret performer, singer and producer, Michelle Pearson. A production house that exists to celebrate the many hands it takes to present moving and notable music, theatre and cabaret works and special events.
Michelle is recognised by her powerful and soulful sound, moving interpretations of songs and engaging storytelling in cabaret and theatre. Her company is well-known for the popular music and food sensations, Comfort Food Cabaret and Just Desserts as well as acclaimed works; Down Under – The Songs That Shaped Australia and Skinny which was the 2024 recipient of the Frank Ford Commission at the Adelaide Cabaret Festival.

Sessions

Duration: 70 min

Sat 01 Mar: 8:45pm

Sat 15 Mar: 8:45pm

Sun 23 Mar: 8:00pm

Ticket Prices

Full price: $45.00

Concession: $41.00

BankSA Cardholder: $33.75

Companion Card: $0.00

Prices may not be available on all sessions

All transactions incur a $4.80 Transaction Fee (Excluding donation only transactions, certain promotions and transactions consisting of only free-ticketed shows). Fees explained.

1 Venue

Downstairs at Plant 4 Bowden

Plant 4 Bowden, 5 Third St, Bowden, Kaurna

: Step-free mobility aid access through the main entrance with an accessible bathroom.
: Venue is 18+ but minors may attend with a parent or legal guardian

Detailed venue info and space accessibility

Suitability & Warnings

Content Rating: M

Target Audience: 18+

Coarse Language : Occasional, Mild

Other Warnings: Suicide/Non-Suicidal Self-Injury

Please note

brief mention of gambling and suicide in relation to a musicians' history

Accessibility

: High Audio Content
: Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language