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Priscilla the Musical

Editorial Review

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Editorial Review

29 September '07 - 27 April '08

It's been 13 years since those guys in wigs painted the Australian outback with outrageous splashes of colour. Strutting onto our screens with more than the usual amount of lippie, The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert couldn't put a stiletto-footstep wrong. We loved the spectacle, the music and the heart-warming tale of three men who loved to dress up. So why not pack up the bus and unload all that mascara onto the stage? With glorious costume changes and a line-up of tunes that had us bopping in the aisles, it had to be a show-stopper.

The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, The Musical is one non-stop party on a bus. The hosts - Mitzi, Felicia and Bernadette - carry their hearts, hang-ups and hopes on their gloriously spangled sleeves. They share their ups, their downs and enough fashion tips to satisfy your inner-most drag.

Ever wanted to witness dangling divas? Priscilla ’s three angels of song are a pure delight of harmony – and yes, they spend most of their time dangling from the ceiling. If you know (as you should) that disco reigns supreme, you'll  love the cast’s renditions of Don't Leave Me this Way, I Love the NightlifeI Will Survive and Finally. Other blasts from the past that will have even the most stubborn of toes tapping include Girls Just Wanna Have Fun (of course!), Go West and I Say A Little Prayer.

And let’s not forget the costumes. With everything from dancing Minties and cupcakes (just gorgeous!) to platform clogs that spell work hazard with a capital H - it's a ride that you won't forget. So what are you waiting for? Frock up, slap on the glam and jump aboard the bus. But no large wigs please – or you may be asked to remove them so the person behind you can see the show.

Been to see Priscilla? Let us know what you think. For more information go the Priscilla  official site.

Judith Hatton, Arts Editor, Citysearch

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Greg: Finally you came along- it's about time a decent australian musical came along. I wasn't a big fan of the movie and my boyfrien absolutly hated it but the two of us can now be seen danceing in the streets to I will Survive (28 October 2008)

Danial: Priscilla has certainly earned its place in the archives of modern musical theatre- I have never laughed, cried or had a better time in the theatre. The GLBT community ows you a debt of thanks. Tony, darling you rule. (23 October 2008)

Marian OSullivan: Tony - you're a STAR!!! What a performance!!! I'm an Aussie living in Auckland & I just felt so proud, happy & homesick! The music, singing & costumes were AA+++ No wonder you've been touring for so long. Loved you and the show so much. Congratulations xxx (22 June 2008)

Marian OSullivan: Tony - you're a STAR!!! What a performance!!! I'm an Aussie living in Auckland & I just felt so proud, happy & homesick! The music, singing & costumes were AA+++ No wonder you've been touring for so long. Loved you and the show so much. Congratulations xxx (22 June 2008)

Warren Newton: My partner and I saw the show 9 times. We were lucky enough to get tickets for the very last show in Sydney. It is, without doubt, one of the best live performances I have ever been to. Everything, from singing, costumes, the whole production was first class. I just wish they would have made a dvd of the show, so I could keep the memory going. (25 May 2008)

Neill Wylie: Could not help but enjoy this magnificent offering (even if my ex girlfriends name is Priscilla, hee hee)! Loved the costumes, stage setting and acting by all involved. (20 May 2008)

kay: it was the most spectacular show I have ever seen - costumes, acting, dancing just awesome, would see it again only I live in Perth. (25 April 2008)

Bernice Virtue: Briliant wit, great scene; song match, (Macathurs Park) beautiful tenderness contrast,little boy; dad (You were always on my mind ); utter vibrance of the costuming that was the best I have seen ever. Amazing stage management, music director/player/whatever. We came from Albury Wodonga 14 women golfers, awoke 5.00am train broke down Wangaratta, bused to Melbourne, too late for resturant lunch, sold out of Prisilla mugs, sore hands from clapping fabulous day good luck in NZ I loved it. (24 April 2008)

Enza: I took my 11 and 15 yr old daughters ..they loved it and I thought it was fantastic....please please come back to Melbourne. we would love to see it again. Brillant cast (23 April 2008)

pat: i saw it four times, and i LOVED IT! im 13 and my family has been with group bookings every time almost 120 from my family and freinds have seen it AND LOVED IT!!!! Go see it! (18 April 2008)

Bev Picken: Fantastic show I have seen it three times. I recommend it to any to go and see a fabulous show. (11 April 2008)

Bev Picke: I thought the show was fantastic I loved it so much I saw it three times. The first and second time with my daughters. They are 24 and 27 and they thought it was fantastic. (11 April 2008)

Cathy: I loved Priscilla. I just saw Guys and Dolls too - and they are both the best shows I have ever seen. (06 April 2008)

Sammy: I wish I could go again. (18 March 2008)

PS: This is the best show I've ever seen. Priscilla rocks! (18 March 2008)

Joanne Holmquest: My husband gave me tickets to Priscilla for my birthday. What a fabulous pressent we had the best nite from beginning to end the show was just fabulous the acting,costumes music just everything was fantastic highly recommend if you havn't all ready get tickets before it finishes we are going again. (09 March 2008)

Kay: We were given tickets for Xmas...had to wait (and wqit) but it was SO worth it! Now we're going to sent the rest of the family -and maybe tag along too. Just fabulous...thank you everyone associated. (26 February 2008)

Sonia: Never ever have I seen a stage show like this one. Bravo Bravo Bravo. Acting was fresh, bright and all on cue. The set design and costumes were out of this world and literally breathtaking in many parts. The show was funny and upbeat and very surprising. I was in like a giddy shock when the show finished, prancing out to the foyer to excitingly discuss it with my friends. I have never had that reaction before! I liked this one that much that I went again! Amazing and truly missed! (25 February 2008)

Sue: Hello my Son & Daughter-in-law bought tickets for me for Xmas, my Daughter-in-law came with me and WE bother haven't laughted so much in ages..The costumes, make-up, music, and the one liners my god it was FABULOUS...My Mum went and she is 75 and never shutup about it she also loved it..We all want to see it again...Thanks again regars Sue, Kylie and my Mum. (24 February 2008)

Kathy: My kids bought me tickets for Christmas. What an absolutely fantastic show. The cast and the costumes were awesome. I am going to come back with my kids and see Pricilla again it is the most fantastic show that I have ever seen (17 February 2008)

Harri: This was by far the best show i have ever seen. The set was amazing, the costumes were outrageous and the cast were hilarious! I had seen the movie and loved everyone in that but when i saw the play in melbourne, it just blew me away! Must see hit! (05 February 2008)

Sharon Jarrad: Hands down the best show i have ever seen! I bought tickets for a show on my birthday and brought my 14 yr old daughter with me from Adelaide. I loved the movie but the musical blew it away. We are coming back to see it again this time hopefully with other friends from Adelaide. Please come to Adelaide, our city would love this show. Anyone contemplating seeing this show do it before it's too late. Best birthday ever, best show ever!!! (04 February 2008)

Allison: Priscilla Queen of the desert has been taken to a new high. The star quality of Daniel Scott,Jeremy Stanford and Tony Sheldon give the musical it's own voice. It a funny, serious and magical story that will sweep you away on an adventure with 3 adorable drag queens that you are sure to fall in love with. Go and see Priscilla, you won't be disappointed. (25 January 2008)

Shayne: Best musical to ever hit the stage. This blows the movie away. The cast and crew have done a fantastic job. You don't no what your missing if you haven't seen it. Seen it 10 times in Sydney and about to see again in Melbourne. Don't miss the bus as it ends in March 2008. (24 January 2008)

Barry McLean: Iwent along expecting little more than a slightly riske homosexual romp. The show blew me away, it was fantastic. The spectacle, the costumes,the music, humour, pathos and the terrific performances. I have recommended it to anyone and everyone. A must see. (23 January 2008)

Pat: Flew from NZ to Sydney to see this show a few months ago and it was so good I am going in Melbourne in March to see it again. A laugh a minute, everything about the show was brilliant. (08 January 2008)

Gennie Smith: Absolutely bloody marvellous, darlings - fantastic costumes, toe-tapping music, brilliant scenes - bus was great - and this is an oldies' viewpoint. Excellent in every aspect. (04 January 2008)

annette: The show was fantastic, I loved all the wonderful costumes and all the great songs. A terrific job done by all (22 December 2007)

David: The modern musical, you know the songs -ABBA, We Will Rock You, and in some cases you know the story too - The Lion King. Priscilla is a home grown musical that is absolutley fantastic. From the opening number to the final curtain, it is wall to wall laughs and foot tapping songs. Don't go and hire the movie first, but try to stop thinking just how they are going to treat some of the great movie moments - ping pong balls jump to mind! Darlings it's Faaaabulous!! (19 November 2007)

Mandy G: Priscilla is GREAT! Even better than the movie because you're part of the party. Costumes and singing blew me away. (17 November 2007)

James: This really is one big party that I didn't want to leave. Fantastic night out. (17 October 2007)

Andrew: This must be the best fun to be had in Melbourne. From start to finish it is extravagant and fun whilst maintaining your interest on there incredible journey. The costumes and set are fantastic especially the bus on stage. Well done on a great show! (17 October 2007)

Sarah: Loved it, loved it, loved it! I couldn't stop dancing in my seat. The costumes were superb - where else do you get to see dancing minties? - and the singing sublime. (16 October 2007)

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