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Canberra Theatre Centre: Michael Paynter – Great Australian Songbook
8 May @ 8:00 pm - 9:15 pm AEST

Fresh from his critically acclaimed and award-winning performance as Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar, one of Australia’s finest voices, Michael Paynter, is set to strip back the layers, and the volume, taking centre stage in 2026 to celebrate the nation’s most iconic songs, in an intimate solo tour featuring some secret special guests.
Before he steps into the role of the legendary John Farnham in Sydney Theatre Company’s world premiere production of Whispering Jack: The John Farnham Musical at the Roslyn Packer Theatre in November 2026, the powerhouse vocalist is returning to his roots, heralding a new chapter in his already remarkable career. The Great Australian Songbook Tour 2026 will see him step away from the theatrical stage for a run of exclusive, intimate shows, reimagining some of Australia’s most iconic songs in truly special settings across the country.
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