The Sun Herald Twilight at Taronga 2010
  KATIE NOONAN 'Blackbird'  
January Katie Noonan

 


Multi award winning and multi platinum selling Australian songstress Katie Noonan kicks off the 2010 season with a very special concert showcasing hits from her stunning recent album ‘Blackbird’. The album was recorded recently in New York with the cream of veteran jazz players and celebrates the undeniable genius of Lennon and McCartney. Expect to hear all your favourite Beatles songs…

This will be a truly unforgettable experience.

Sat 30 January 7pm
  Bjorn Again  
February Bjorn Again
20th Anniversary Shows

International sensation Bjorn Again return with a bang as they hit the Zoo stage with their platform heels, tight pants and even tighter moves that we all know and love! Show off your best grooves and dance the night away to the immortal music of ABBA as this incredibly talented tribute band transports you to the days of Waterloo, Fernando and more.

Mamma Mia, hurry, these tickets won’t last long!

Fri 5 February 7pm
Sat 6 February 7pm
Sun 7 February 6pm

 

  Choir of Hope AND Inspiration  
  Choir of Hope AND Inspiration
With Jonathon Welch AM and the original members of the ‘Choir of Hard Knocks’

The ARIA, Logie and Helpmann Award winning Choir of Hard Knocks, founded by Dr Jonathon Welch AM, became one of the great success stories in the history of Australian music. This amazing group of individuals, comprised of disadvantaged and homeless people, are still realising their dreams and ambitions through music 3 years on. We are very privileged to have them come to Taronga for two special nights to perform many of their original hits and a wonderful new selection of songs…

Sure to thrill and bring a tear to your eye!

Fri 12 February 7pm
Sat 13 February 7pm

 

  Neil Diamond: His Music His Life  
  Neil Diamond: His Music His Life
Starring Peter Byrne and the Sydney International Orchestra

Neil Diamond is a phenomenon with a style that touches people of all ages and interests. Who can forget his ‘Cherry Cherry’, ‘Crunchy Ganola Suite’ and ‘Sweet Caroline’? Here’s your chance to experience the excitement and passion of this immortal music when the amazing Peter Byrne and the Sydney International Orchestra re-create your favourite classic hits from Hot August Night, Jonathan Livingston Seagull and the Jazz Singer…

Get set to party!

Fri 19 February 7pm
Sat 20 February 7pm

 

  Woodstock  
  Woodstock
40th Anniversary Special

Woodstock is to this day the most historic music festival in history that marked the height of peaceful counterculture revolution. To commemorate this momentous occasion we bring together an all-star band and an exciting group of singers from groups such as Air Supply, Icehouse, Leonardo’s Bride and the Australian Idol band, to play the music of Joni Mitchell, Santana, Joe Cocker, Jimi Hendrix and more.

This show will sell out so make sure you get your ticket!

Fri 26 February 7pm
Sat 27 February 7pm
SUN 28 February 6pm

 

  Australian Chamber Orchestra  
March Australian Chamber Orchestra
PERFORMING MICHAEL LEUNIG’S VERSION OF ‘CARNIVAL OF THE ANIMALS’ & EXCERPTS FROM VIVALDI’S FOUR SEASONS
RICHARD TOGNETTI VIOLIN
JACK THOMPSON NARRATOR

With music and verse depicting many different animals, Saint-Saëns’ Carnival of the Animals has introduced generations to classical music, firing imaginations. Now Michael Leunig has added funny new verse to create an Australian Carnival. What better place to see it than the zoo, with the animals all around you? The Australian Chamber Orchestra, under the direction of Richard Tognetti, will also perform a selection of classical favourites displaying the vibrancy and virtuosity of Australia’s most dynamic and acclaimed Orchestra.

Sure to soothe the wild beast in all of us!

Sat 6 March 7pm

 

  100% KYLIE  
  100% KYLIE

This international smash hit show has astonished audiences around the globe. It has extraordinarily captured the look and sound of Kylie’s own stage shows, with impeccable renditions, incredible dancing, outstanding replica costumes and starring Kylie’s most well known lookalike and double, Lucy Holmes. Her incredible similarity will mesmerize you as she sings and dances her way through all of Kylie’s most popular hits…

You should be so lucky!

Fri 12 March 7pm
Sat 13 March 7pm

 

  TOUR de FORCE  
  TOUR de FORCE
Tribute to Elton John and Billy Joel Show

Get set for a rocking, drama filled evening celebrating two musical legends Elton John and Billy Joel, starring Elton Jack and Bigshot. This show promises to be a tour de force full Mr John’s and Mr Joel most prolific all-time hits. You’ll be singing along to all the favourites ‘The Bitch is Back,’ ‘You May Be Right,’ ‘Bennie and the Jets,’ ‘Candle in the Wind’ and of course ‘Piano Man’, and many more.

A night of musical nostalgia not to be missed!

Fri 19 March 7pm
Sat 20 March 7pm

 

  James Morrison  
  James Morrison
Salute to Swing

We welcome back popular Taronga favourite, international jazz great James Morrison. This time he’ll be striking up his all-star band and transporting back to that golden swing era that shaped American popular music. Expect to hear all the popular swing classics made famous by the kings of swing Gershwin, Ellington, Sinatra and Co. A night crammed full with all the style and class from this great era.

Sure to have you tapping from the first note!

Fri 26 March 7pm
Sat 27 March 7pm

 

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