What made Winehouse great? Here’s your chance to experience Winehouse’s music like never before in Beyond The Beehive: Amy Winehouse’s Musical Mastery. This is the audience’s chance to see behind the superstar image and into her phenomenal talent.
Ask most people what they know about Amy Winehouse, and they'll mention her addictions, iconic look and tragic death. But beyond the tabloid coverage, Winehouse was a masterful musician who set the musical world alight. Grammy-winning Winehouse drew on the rich history of jazz, gospel, soul, Motown, 60s girl groups and hip-hop. Carol expertly weaves the fascinating story of her music around a collection of hits and rarities.
Carol Whitfield, backed by her 4-piece band presents a show that impresses with quotes, anecdotes, laughter and a tearjerker finish. This is a show that has audiences dancing in the aisles and singing along to all the songs they know and love. Winehouse lovers are left pining for a talent gone too soon.
"Carol Whitfield is charisma personified" - Theatre People
“Whitfield channels Winehouse during her performances in such an innate and devoted way [...] it almost feels like the real thing.” - Good Vibes Melbourne
“An overall great show that had the audience smiling, laughing, toe-tapping and literally dancing in their seats.” - Weekend Notes
“Whitfield is a masterful singer in her own right ... and pitch perfect across the entire repertoire.” - What did she think
”Carol Whitfield has an easy-going warmth and charm about her. Blessed with a sultry and lyrical voice, she effortlessly channels Amy’s throaty jazz vocals.” - I tell you what I think
“The second the show started the crowd was clapping and dancing along in their seats and it did not stop all show!” - Melbourne Theatre Info
Written and performed by Carol Whitfield
Musical Director Ryland Sack
*Audience Rating: Suitable for all ages.
EVENT DETAILS:
NIGHT PERFORMANCES: 9PM, 15 - 19 OCTOBER, 2024
DURATION: 60 MINUTES WITHOUT INTERVAL. DOORS OPEN 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW
VENUE: THE SHOWROOM THEATRE
