Donna Lee was born into a show business family. Jazz is thrilled to be making her Hairspray Australia Debut. Whats on New Years Eve in Melbourne for families. Hairspray is set in the 1960s in Baltimore, where a dance-loving teenager Tracy Turnblad inspires to dance on The Corny Collins Show and craves the attention and love of teen heartthrob Link Larkin. WebHairspray (1988) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Theatre credits include Death Of A Salesman (Ensemble Theatre), All In The Timing (STC/Belvoir St) Mr Zero (Belvoir St). Her professional debut came just last In 2022 she made her professional adult debut In The Whos Tommy With Victorian Opera and is very excited to be part of the cast of Hairspray. Anna completed the Foundation Program at Victorian College of the Arts (VCA) and continued on to graduate with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, Music Theatre in 2021. Originally from New Jersey but now resides in NYC. Paul was Resident Director for The Boy From Oz (The Production Co) and Resident Director for the Perth/Brisbane season of West Side Story (Opera Australia/GWB). Much love and appreciation to his family, The Hells Kitchen Agency, friends, and mentors for their unwavering support! Career highlights include national tours of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY (GFO), GEORGY GIRL-THE SEEKERS MUSICAL (World Premiere), CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG (Australian Premiere) ANNIE (Australian National Tour), DOCTOR ZHIVAGO (Australian Premiere), JEKYLL &HYDE (Taiwanese & Korean Tour), THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA: IN CONCERT (Australian Premiere), THE PHANTOM OF THEOPERA (The Really Useful Company/GFO), TITANIC-A NEW MUSICAL (Australian Premiere), DUSTY-THEORIGINAL POP DIVA (World Premiere), SHOUT! Based on the original cult 1988 movie of the same name no, not the one with Amanda Bynes, John Travolta andMichellePfeiffer, which came after the musical adaption Hairspray delivered a young Ricki Lake her breakout moment, and featured Debbie Harry as the evil, racist mom to boot. (he/him) So excited to be in Australia for the first time! The nicest kids in town will be here from August 2022 when the original Tony Award winning Broadway production of Hairspray opens at the Regent Theatre. Originally from Toowoomba, Sean is a recent graduate of Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University, completing a Bachelor of Musical Theatre. Dj vu! Tickets are on sale now via www.hairspraymusical.com.au, Find us on Facebookand Instagram @HairsprayMusicalAU @HairsprayMusical and Twitter @Hairspray_AU. On stage Bobby has had lead roles in Blood Brothers, Mamma Mia!, Leader of the Pack, Dusty The Original Pop Diva, We Will Rock You, Spamalot and The Production Company shows Oklahoma, Sweet Charity and Damn Yankees. Do you take the original story and mould it into something unique? Morgan is a proud MEAA member and is beyond thrilled to finally be returning to the stage! them), it was only paralleled by the rousing vocal performances, vibrant costuming (by William Ivey Long), sky-high wigs (by Paul Huntley), and world-class scenery (by David Rockwell) that evolved around the actors, rolling in and out subtly with pinpoint precision. Madeleines extensive list of credits include Darlinghurst Theatres recent production of A Chorus Line (Maggie) and the Sydney Season of 9 to 5 (swing). Media Enquiries| Ticketing Enquiries| Media|Privacy Policy WebHairspray The Musical Australia Lyric Theatre, Star City, Sydney Ticket on sale now Click on links below to view biographies. Another option is nearby Chinatown, one of Melbournes famous cultural dining hubs, which is just around the corner from the Regent Theatre. Australias Got Talent grand finalist Brianna Bishop (Amber von Tussle) was delightfully evil, never once appearing self-conscious in the role, and Mackenzie Dunn delivered an excellent foil to confident Tracy with her kooky, comical Penny Pingleton. Instagram: @theandreality. He created the role of Miss Understanding in the long-running Priscilla, Queen of the Desert - The Musical, playing over 600 performances in Sydney and Melbourne.Jaz Flowers, at the tender age of 22, has managed to secure the career-defining lead role in Tracy. She also has worked closely with Sharon & Christine Muscat of Sister 2 Sister School of Singing over the last eight years as a student and more recently, a member of their teaching staff. When Tracys dream becomes reality and she is thrust into sudden stardom, the starlet uses her newfound power to break down social and societal barriers, integrate a once segregated TV network, fall in love and find new friends who love life just as much as she does. Melbournes latest production of Hairspray is a fairly true recreation of the original musical book, littered with familiar faces from the Australian stage and screen. Onscreen Bobbys credits include Upper Middle Bogan, Its a Date, Tricky Business and Househusbands. 14 years later, the musical opened on Broadway, honouring the tradition of casting a male actor in the Edna Turnblad role to honour legendary drag performer Divine, who played Tracys mother in the original movie. Thank you Momma and Lou for always believing in me. Renee Armstrong's dream to perform in professional music theatre came true in 2009 when she was cast in the Australian production of Wicked . Photos - Vito Mattarelli.On a particularly cold winter's day today, the sky's cleared and the sun shone brightly as a convoy of 60s vintage cars pulled up outside Melbourne's majestic Princess Theatre. While at the Conservatorium, Sean was a member of the Ensemble in Les Misrables and performed the roles of: Quick Lamb in Cloud Street, Bobby in The Boy Friend, Warner in Legally Blonde, Dick in Street Scene and Danny in Grease. Morgan was then cast in the 2017 Australian premiere of the multiple award-winning musical The Book of Mormon (GFO) as Swing before taking over the role of Elder Harris/Pop Tarts, playing over a thousand performances across Australia and New Zealand until the shows closure in 2020. She most recently performed in Neglected Musicals Brigadoon at the Hayes Theatre Co as Jane Ashton and ensemble. Thank you for submitting the form. NIDA has a scholarship known as the Glorias in her memory. 22 August 2022. Musical theatre credits include Joseph And The Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat (Really Useful Group), Elvis The Musical (GFO), the Asia/South Africa tour of Les Miserables (Cameron Macintosh), Annie (GFO), The Wizard Of Oz (2001/GFO), the original Australian production of The Boy From Oz, the 10th Anniversary production of Les Miserables, The Full Monty (David Atkins/IMG) ,Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (TML), Uncle Henry in The Wizard Of Oz (GFO) and Glad Hand in the Aust/NZ/German tour of West Side Story (Opera Australia/GWB). Todd has also performed with Opera Australia and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. Since graduating, Sean has reprised his role of Danny in Grease at QPAC, performed the role of Sky in Mamma Mia! Media Enquiries| Ticketing Enquiries| Media|Privacy Policy With a wealth of corporate and commercial dance experience behind him, he headed down under to join the Australian Touring Company of Magic Mike Live. We uncover the best of the city and put it all in an email for you. Everyone is just an absolute showstopper.. When her dream becomes reality, big-haired Tracy falls in love and finds friends in unexpected ways. Hairspray the Musical returns exclusively to Melbourne April 14 17 (2021) The National Theatre, St Kilda. All rights reserved 2023 Hairspray The Musical. To God be the glory! During her time there she performed in Morning Melodies as a featured soloist, Flora the Red Menace and On The Town. Tracy isnt afraid to be herself and stand up for what she believes in, she ventures on a mission to fight for black teens to appear on The Corny Collins Show any day of the week, not just the monthly Negro Day.. If you are planning to take young kids, be mindful the Regent Theatre does not allow prams, pushers, or strollers inside the venue. WebStarring much-loved stage and screen performer Shane Jacobson as Edna Turnblad , Todd McKenney as Wilbur Turnblad , Rhonda Burchmore as Velma Von Tussle , Bobby Fox delivers everything you want when going out to the theatre, plenty of laughs, catchy songs and feel-good vibes. WebAsabi Goodman and the Australian cast of Hairspray perform I Know Where I've Been for media at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne's East End Theatre District. Corny Collins and the lovable best friend of Tracy Turnblad, produced some incredible powerhouse ballads and it was hard to take your eyes off the talented, Winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Hairsprays story is more effective and pertinent than ever; and with the brilliant original creative team at the helm director, ) this joyous new Australian production of Hairspray features the irrepressible. Your reference number is. For all wheelchair/accessible seating enquiries, contact the Regent Theatre Box Office on 1300 11 10 11. Donna also recieved Mo Award nomination for her performance as Ms Darbus in High School Musical. Renee Armstrong's dream to perform in Rhonda Burchmore should have been a shoo-in as colourful (but not colour-blind) villain Velma Von Tussle, but seemed strained hitting her notes, while Rob Mills, although perfectly cast as the slick Corny Collins, was perhaps not so perfectly cast vocally for the shows style of music. Gabriyel is an American who is thrilled to be performing in The Land Downunder. Born to parents with Portuguese, Indian and European heritage and raised in Sydneys North Shore, Carmel has always loved performing from a young age and has spent the majority of her life to date singing, acting and dancing up a storm. Aussie Theatre has 3 x double passes to giveaway to HAIRSPRAY THE MUSICAL in Melbourne on Wednesday 26th October 2022. The show is based on the 1988 John Waters romantic comedy film Hairspray. Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! Originally from the USA, Aaron completed a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance and Choreography at the California Institute of the Arts and continued extensive training with some of Los Angeles most recognised choreographers. Credits: US Hairspray National Tour (Lorraine/Motormouth Maybelle u/s), Ragtime (Sarah), Rock of Ages (Justice), Little Shop of Horrors (Ronette). Zuleika is a Penrith born, Melbourne based artist, comedian and writer for TV & the stage. presales and news! Some of Australias favourite performers are brushing off their dancing feet, including the much-loved Shane Jacobson, who will star as beloved housewife Edna Turnblad, alongside the hilarious Todd McKenney as Wilbur Turnblad, Rhonda Burchmore as the villainous Velma Von Tussle, Rob Mills as the lovable Corny Collins, Asabi Goodman as the powerhouse Motormouth Maybelle and introducing Carmel Rodrigues as Tracy Turnblad. Hairspray is Siennas professional debut and she is overjoyed to be a member of such a joyful and uplifting show. Maude Davey, played Alice in The Hello Girls, dir. Zoe has been a semi-finalist for the Rob Guest Endowment in both 2016 and 2018. WebHairspray The Musical Australia Lyric Theatre, Star City, Sydney Ticket on sale now Click on links below to view biographies. , where a dance-loving teenager Tracy Turnblad inspires to dance on The Corny Collins Show and craves the attention and love of teen heartthrob Link Larkin. Recently,Tonyhad won the Redbull Dance Your Style 2021 National Qualifiers, and made his musical debut as Richie in A Chorus Line at Sydney Opera House. She is a 2022 American Australian Association (AAA) scholarship recipient, which she used to train in New York in March of this year. He also is a sought after Session Vocalist and Voice Artist. 4. You can also watch Hairspray the film and listen to the soundtrack, so that youre ready to sing along with the musical. However, no hot food is permitted inside the theatre. Zuleika is a Penrith born, Melbourne based artist, comedian and writer for TV & the stage. Prior toWest Side Story, Zoe understudied the role of Dorothy for the Australian tour ofThe Wizard of Oz(Gordon Frost Organisation/Suzanne Jones). In Shanes own words: Its an actors dream to step into someone elses shoes and walk a mile in them, especially when those shoes are very high heels, and you get to dance and sing the night away!. Originally from Perth, Mackenzie is a graduate of the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts. Fan favourite songs are a key feature of Hairspray. Shane Jacobson as Edna Turnblad and Todd McKenney as Wilbur Turnblad were playful and hilarious and stole the show. SIX The Musical is one of the best shows you can catch in Melbourne right now. The Regent Theatre is close to many carparks, including Wilson Parking, the Novotel and Little Collins parking lots. DCE produced the original Mamma Mia! Melbournes Regent Theatre played host to a special preview and meet and greet the cast of the Melbourne production of HAIRSPRAY! Stage Whispers said its not often that you find yourself part of an audience that is so totally into a show as the audience for Hairspray and the Herald Sun said a spunky and spirited Rodrigues stole the show like a seasoned professional. The Melbourne production of Hairspray stars some loved and familiar stage and screen performers. WebHairspray Hairspray Musical Writers: Thomas Meehan Mark O'Donnell Marc Shaiman Scott Wittman Overview Show Information Book Thomas Meehan, Mark O'Donnell Music Marc Shaiman Lyrics Marc Shaiman, Scott Wittman Based on the Play/Book/Film Hairspray Category Musical Number of Acts 2 Tony Award Best Musical 2003 First Produced 2002 This site will not function correctly without JavaScript enabled.Please The final cast members have been unveiled for the highly-anticipated Australian premiere of the original Tony Award winning Broadway production of Hairspray, The smash hit Broadway Its not just about me its about all the people who work in theatre that have been out of work and this show is so joyous, so heart-warming, and fun. In 2020 Zoe featured in the musical version of The Bridges of Madison County(Matthew Management/Neil Gooding Productions), playing the role of Carolyn. There, she become proficient in various styles of voice and dance, eventually travelling to America to perform in televised events in both Chicago and L.A. Sienna is a recent graduate of Patrick School of the Arts musical theatre program under the direction of Andrew Hallsworth and Todd Patrick. Javon King plays an excellent Seaweed, genuinely caring of his Penny, and Sean Johnston is well cast as heartthrob Link. WebThe feel-good multi-award-winning Broadway show HAIRSPRAY the Musical has opened at the Regent Theatre Melbourne. Lucy has recently appeared in the 2022 national tour of PAW Patrol Live! With so many strong performances during the night, the chemistry between the cast elevated the show to another level. The 2007 film version of Hairspray starring Zac Efron and John Travolta grossed $27.5 million during the first weekend of production. Home / News / Hairspray loved by Melbourne. Director Jack OBrien has a hell of a team on his hands here, and was rewarded with a standing ovation on opening night. Ive been wanting to do this show for a decade, I auditioned in 2010 I think it was and I missed out, but as fate would have it, Im back, were doing the show and Im just happy that theatre is back in this country, to be honest. Sean most recently performed in Jersey Boys, at The Star Gold Coast, understudying Frankie Valli and Bob Gaudio. Some of his shows have included hosting and presenting at theAustralian Film Institute Awards, AACTA Awards, The Logies, Top Gear Australia, The Great Australian Bake Off, Little Big Shots, The All New Monty and Mates on a Mission, a judge on Australias Got Talent as well as telemovies: Beaconsfield,The Mystery of the Hansom CabandJack IrishwithGUY PEARCE, to roles in TV series likeKennys World,The Time of Our Lives andFat Tony. Yakimono combines both traditional and modern Japanese cuisine for a new take on the classic dishes. Zule is beyond elated to be joining the company of Hairspray Australia! HAIRSPRAY. Tickets purchased from any other sources may not be valid, so make sure to buy only from Ticketek. In 2016 and 2017 he appeared in Ladies in Black which toured nationally and for which he received a Green Room Award nomination. Brushing off their dancing feet includes Javon King (international tour of RENT, Newsies) as Seaweed J Stubbs, Australian musical theatre veteran Donna Read more, Welcome To The Sixties, Melbourne! Carmel Rodrigues was flawless in her role-playing Tracy Turnblad. in Australia a decade ago and have the recent smash hit Jersey Boys about to transfer to Sydney after a record-breaking Melbourne season. joining the previously announced principal cast of andrew levitt aka nina west (from rupauls drag race) as edna turnblad, niki metcalf as tracy turnblad and toneisha harris (from nbcs the voice) as motormouth maybelle will be billy dawson as corny collins, will savarese as link larkin, emery henderson as penny pingleton, brandon g. stalling This show is recommended for ages 8 and above. As a TV Host, presenter and actor, Shanes appearances have been numerous and varied. Newbie Carmel Rodrigues (Tracy Turnblad) never stumbled over a single note; pitch perfect and an excellent dancer to boot, she held the show throughout. Other credits includeBig Fishat the Hayes Theatre (RPG Productions) and Pepper inAnnie(Gordon Frost Organisation). Joel is a 2015 graduate of the WAAPA Music Theatre course and was a 2018 finalist for the Rob Guest Endowment. Media Enquiries| Ticketing Enquiries| Media|Privacy Policy some of australias favourite performers are brushing off their dancing feet, including the much-loved shane jacobson, who will star as beloved housewife edna turnblad, alongside the hilarious todd mckenney as wilbur turnblad, rhonda burchmore as the villainous velma von tussle, rob mills as the lovable corny collins, asabi goodman as the Image: Jeff Busby. WebRob Mills and the Australian cast of Hairspray perform It's Hairspray for media at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne's East End Theatre District. This is an unbelievable all-star cast the team have assembled for one of my most beloved musicals. Zoe featured onDisney Playhouseandalso played the on-going guest role of Paige in the ABC TV seriesDance Academy. There is limited street parking along Collins Street and surrounds. Based on the original cult 1988 movie of the same name no, not the one with Amanda Bynes, John Travolta and. RELATED: Whats on in the Spring School Holidays Melbourne, RELATED: Family fun at Tesselaar Tulip Festival, Chinese New Year celebrations for families in Melbourne, Family art adventures at the 2023 NGV Kids Summer Festival, Summer activities and events for kids in Melbourne, Win tickets to see LEGENDS IN CONCERT at The Palms at Crown, The ultimate family Christmas events in Melbourne 2022, Review: A Christmas Carol at Melbournes Comedy Theatre, Free Christmas events in Melbourne the kids are sure to love. Hairspray runs for approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes, including a 20 minute interval. We try our best to provide accurate information on kid-friendly events around Victoria but do recommend parents check details directly to confirm dates, times, prices as some details may be subject to change. HAIRSPRAY is in a different league, The musical fix weve all been waiting for. However, its lifetime grossing amount was at a record high of $118.8 million. She then went on to complete a further 3 years study at the VCA, receiving her Bachelors in Fine Arts Music Theatre. Flawlessly executed and with a level of energy that was simultaneously infectious and tiring to watch (I was out of breath for them), it was only paralleled by the rousing vocal performances, vibrant costuming (by William Ivey Long), sky-high wigs (by Paul Huntley), and world-class scenery (by David Rockwell) that evolved around the actors, rolling in and out subtly with pinpoint precision. Having grown up on the stage from the age of 3 performing ballet and classical Media Enquiries| Ticketing Enquiries| Media|Privacy Policy Harry is a graduate from the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), completing both a Certificate IV and a Bachelor of Arts. And in what is the ultimate full circle moment, Carmel also played the role of Tracy Turnblad in her high school production ofHairspray, so is very excited to be introducing herself to audiences across Australia with a role so close to her heart! Please go to the Instagram Feed settings page to create a feed. Stage credits include Mayor Goodway in Paw Patrol Live, Gary Coleman in AVENUE Q, Joanne in RENT, Morgan/Sartra in GODSPELL, Linda/Mama Cass cover in the Australian Premiere of FLOWERCHILDREN The Mamas & the Papas Story. WebAcclaimed Director Jack OBrien (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory), and Choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots), lead a Broadway creative team to present the feel-good and hilarious Hairspray in Australia as originally intended. Donnas Music Theatre credits include Fiddler on the Roof, Gypsy, Jesus Christ Superstar, Showboat, Theyre Playing our Song, Oklahoma!, Snoopy the Musical, Dames at Sea, Summer Rain, Forbidden Broadway, Nunsense, Hello Dolly, Les Miserables, Anything Goes, Menopause the Musical, Beauty & the Beast and Half Time, to name a few. Kristin Paulse is a South African born, singer-songwriter and actress based in Auckland, New Zealand. Shane Jacobson (From 2006 film, Kenny) makes for a raucous and yet endearing Edna Turnblad, while Todd McKenney is deliciously relaxed in his role as her dedicated husband Wilbur. Previous work includes Celie in The Color Purple (The Phoenix Theatre Company), Diana Ross/Patti LaBelle in Beehive (Peterborough Players), Corie in Barefoot in the Park (Lake Dillon Theatre Company), Sherrie in Rock of Ages (Lake Dillon Theatre Company), Tiana in Mickey and the Wondrous Book (Hong Kong Disneyland), Narrator in Joseph (Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre), and various performances with the Motown tribute group, Shadows of the 60s. I need to work as hard as I can to be an inspiring artist, so that I can push anyone who has ever doubted themselves.. Other performing credits include corporate events with Crown Entertainment, Nickelodeon, MCG, Caulfield Cup, Myer, Skechers, AFL and Disney Plus. We already have this email. Thanks for subscribing! Briannas screen credits include the role of Ada the Nerd in Screen Australias feature film EMO the Musical directed by Neil Triffett and international award-winning short films The Disappearance of Fredrick Valentich and Words of a Teenage Writer directed by Luke Robson. Previous theatre credits include; Angel in the 20th & 25th Anniversary International Tours of RENT, Newsies (Jack U/S), and Once on this Island (Papa Ge). For group bookings, Sojourn offers large share plates focused on local Victorian produce and is just a short walk from the Regent Theatre. The Australian production of Hairspray is directed byMatt Lenz, with choreography re-created byDominic Shaw, and features the all the original fan favourite songs such as Good Morning, Baltimore, Big, Blonde and Beautiful and You Cant Stop the Beat, as leading character Tracy Turnblad brings together segregated communities in 1960s Baltimore through song and dance. If you need to hail a taxi, there are taxi bays right out the front of the Regent Theatre. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a Melbourne-exclusive production direct from Broadway thats showing at the Princess Theatre. Carmel Rodrigues | Hairspray The Musical Home / Carmel Rodrigues Carmel Rodrigues 28 April 2022 At just 23 years of age, Carmel Rodrigues is thrilled to be making her professional musical theatre debut in Hairspray. is a fairly true recreation of the original musical book, littered with familiar faces from the Australian stage and screen. This show won 8 Tony awards and was nominated for a record-breaking 11 Olivier Awards. There is no formal dress code for the Regent Theatre or Hairspray, however, you may consider dressing up a bit as this show is colourful, fun and leans into 60s fashion with more sequins and feathers than you can count so have a bit of fun and break out the velvet threads or other retro fashion items. Zuleika is a Penrith born, Melbourne based artist, comedian and writer for TV & the stage. The West Gate Bridge Disaster: The Untold Stories documentary, the TV show: ManSpace, Thats Not My Dog! Starring some of the finest stage and screen performers Will Tracy end up with the love of her life, Link? I cant wait for audiences to see it!. Hairspray is a romantic comedy set in racially segregated 1960s Baltimore and is based on the dreams of teenager Tracy Turnblad, whose ultimate dream is to sing and dance on The Corny Collins Show. RACV Members can enjoy a whole new suite of benefits, with exclusive offers to access a range of theatre experiences and events in Melbournes famed East End. For people with mobility impairments, or difficulty negotiating steps, its advised to book seating in the Stalls area, as there are several large staircases leading to the Dress Circle. Hairspray the Musical returns exclusively to Melbourne April 14 17 (2021) The National Theatre, St Kilda. Described as one of the best shows of the year (Limelight Magazine) and Indestructible feelgood entertainment (The Age), Hairspray has received five-star reviews and left audiences slack-jawed with awe (The Australian). Sign up to unlock our digital magazines and also receive the latest news, events, offers and partner promotions. Tour: Hairspray National Tour (Peaches). In fact, a moment needs to be taken to acknowledge the incredible dancing in the show, choreographed by, Jerry Mitchell. This is the show thats been touring America, in fact, we have some of the cast whove flown in from the American production, straight after the American production finished. She has also performed alongside iconic musician James Morrison as a vocal soloist. By using our site, you agree to us collecting this information and to ourPrivacy Charter. Webjacobson, who is best known for his knockabout turns as dunny plumber kenny and pie-munching cop barry in jack irish, as well as his love of muscle cars, will spend a good chunk of the next few months with make-up artists and costumiers in this poky sliver of a room backstage at the regent theatre, a building where all the grandness is definitely Ayanda Dladla is a Sydney born and raised electric presence that has been performing in the professional musical industry from the young age of 10 years old.She debuted the stage as Molly in Gordon Frosts production of Annie in 2012. Originally, the movie (which, by the way, was not a musical) saw average box office earnings before it evolved into a cult classic thanks to the fertile ground of the humble video store. But for all its excellent points, it did make me wonder whether it suffered by prioritising a few familiar names on the marquee in certain roles after all, the names that really made the show for me, werent the ones at the top of the press release. Joels television credits include Jack in Channel Nines True Story with Hamish and Andy and Mark in Please Like Me for ABC/Pivot. Enormous fun! Winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Hairsprays story is more effective and pertinent than ever; and with the brilliant original creative team at the helm director Jack OBrien (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory) and choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots) this joyous new Australian production of Hairspray features the irrepressible toe-tapping songs Good Morning, Baltimore, Big, Blonde and Beautiful and You Cant Stop the Beat. 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