Australian Musical Theatre Festival: Share the Stage – Community Gospel Choir
21 May @ 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm AEST

Boasting more than 40 events over five days, the Australian Musical Theatre Festival returns to Launceston. Carmel Dean’s Well Behaved Women, which shines a light on some of history’s trailblazing women, launches the festival, while the Opening Night Gala features a cast led by Jarrod Draper. The centrepiece is a production of The Frogs by Stephen Sondheim, Burt Shevelove and Nathan Lane. In another highlight, Delia Hannah reflects on her life in Seeing Is Believing, in which she is joined by the festival’s Artistic Director Tyran Parke. Following a sold-out performance last year, the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra returns for the concert Broadway Showstoppers with singers Draper, Hannah, Lisa Crosato, Nadine Garner, Rob Mallett and Lorinda May Merrypor.
Limelight Editor’s Choice
Australian Musical Theatre Festival invites everyone to Share the Stage in an uplifting community Gospel Choir — no experience required.
Led by legendary Tasmanian vocalist and educator Maria Lurighi, participants will learn a beloved musical theatre number in vibrant gospel style before performing it together at the class conclusion with Musical Theatre star, Lorinda May Merripor.
Lurighi, who has spent decades teaching voice and leading gospel music initiatives in Tasmania, brings her infectious energy and deep musical expertise to the project. The choir is a vibrant opportunity where community and professionals unite on stage and celebrate in vibrant harmony.
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