Reuben Kaye, the new Artistic Director of the Adelaide Cabaret Festival, has chosen the theme of Delicious Revolution for his inaugural program. (Read our interview with him on page 65.) Speaking to Limelight, he says, “From Aussie icons and international acts of immense fame to basement-dwelling unknowns . . . this is a festival of risks, leaps of faith, huge laughs and bigger heart.” Kaye will host the opening Variety Gala, front a series of free talks and unleash a solo show. He will also join the cast of the recent Australian tour of Jesus Christ Superstar for a night of song and backstage gossip in What’s The Buzz?. Other artists in the festival include Mahalia Barnes, Alfie Boe, Casey Donovan, Vince Jones, Jay Laga’aia, Lime Cordiale with the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra, Em Rusciano and Ursula Yovich, to name just a few.

Limelight Editor’s Choice

One of Australia’s most magnetic performers, Ursula Yovich (The Sapphires, Top End Wedding) captivates in her powerful homage to the High Priestess of Soul.

Simone’s spirit sings through in perfect harmony with Yovich’s unmistakeable spark. Witness an encounter across decades, cultures and continents and be part of a conversation between activist–artists for whom song is a balm, a shield and a compass.

This show will stir your soul as Ursula holds up a mirror to the present, finding echoes of power, resilience and hope in the world today.