Photography: Brett Boardman Historical image Queensland Theatre/QPAC Production 2022
Set in 1946, the joyful and acclaimed musical The Sunshine Club tells the story of Aboriginal soldier Frank Doyle, who returns home to Brisbane after serving in WW2, to find that, while the world may have changed, the same attitudes and prejudices still exist at home.
But this only fills Frank with a strong desire to change things for the better by setting up The Sunshine Club: A place where all people are welcome to come together, laugh, romance and dance the night away, as Frank sets out to win the heart of Rose, the girl from next door. The Sunshine Club is a gloriously energetic, thought-provoking and, above all, entertaining night of theatre.
From 7pm, grab a drink from our lounge bar and enjoy into the music of the era with a FREE jazz performance by the Orlando Combo quartet.
BYO food platters welcome.
ARTISTS
Written and Directed by Wesley Enoch
Music by John Rodgers
Musical Director is Wayne Freer
REVIEWS
It's a joyous romp and jive through the dance crazes of the 40s and 50s with plenty of humour that makes this the ultimate feel-good musical. – Weekend Notes
The Sunshine Club...signals a brilliant new landmark in Australian musicals... an unashamedly feel-good musical. – The Australian
…immensely entertaining... a significant achievement. The openness and joy radiating from The Sunshine Club is certain to make your spirits soar. – Sydney Morning Herald
ACCESS
Kingston Arts Centre is wheelchair accessible and accessible toilets are available. For more information please visit: Venue Accessibility.
This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body.