From the very first beat, the show invites you to tap your feet, sing along, and celebrate the unforgettable hits of Tina Turner.
Across 90 minutes, Miss Ellaneous delivers a captivating drag performance that not only celebrates the iconic hits of Tina Turner but also weaves in their own story of growing up as a First Nations boy in the early 1990s Darwin. Joined on stage two singers Kristal West and Garret Lyon talented First Nations artists who each performed live songs, the show became an even richer and more powerful celebration of identity and music.
The show puts a fresh spin on a Tina Turner tribute, with Miss Ellaneous performing in drag while sharing glimpses of her own life story. Each hit bursts with energy and emotion, guiding the audience through heartfelt and heartbreaking moments as well as sassy, empowering highs that keep everyone singing, dancing, and reminiscing.
Written, directed, and performed by Ben Graetz better known as Miss Ellaneous the show feels deeply personal, weaving in his identity and experiences as a First Nations artist while blending sharp humour, heartfelt storytelling, and vibrant drag performance.
While it delights Tina Turner fans with sing-alongs, laughter, and high-energy performance, the show also resonates strongly with the LGBTQ+ community, offering a heartfelt message of visibility, pride, and the power to dream big.
Running for a limited season, this is a vibrant, heartfelt, and unmissable celebration that leaves you uplifted, inspired, and grateful to have shared in Miss Ellaneous’s story.
The show is running until the 20th of September so get in quick at the Powerhouse Brisbane Theatre.
