Antipodean Odyssey – The Long Way Home | AWBF 2027
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An epic voyage of music, myth and misadventure awaits! ⛵🎭
Set sail on an extraordinary musical journey as Mikelangelo & The Black Sea Gentlemen bring Homer's ancient Greek epic, The Odyssey, to life in Antipodean Odyssey – The Long Way Home.
Blending theatrical storytelling, irreverent humour and extraordinary musicianship, this wildly entertaining production reimagines one of the world's greatest tales of adventure, heroism and homecoming.
With violin, clarinet, piano accordion, double bass, guitar and voice, the acclaimed ensemble draws on European folk traditions, vintage popular music and cinematic soundscapes to create a musical experience unlike any other.
For these special Australian Wooden Boat Festival performances, they'll be joined by Hobart's own swashbuckling women's choir, Up She Rises!
Expect a spirited, imaginative and thoroughly entertaining evening celebrating storytelling, music and the timeless allure of the sea.
📍 Theatre Royal, 29 Campbell Street, Hobart
📅 Sunday 7 & Monday 8 February 2027
🕡 6:30 pm both evenings
🎭 90-minute performance | No interval
👥 All ages welcome
Two performances only. Secure your seats!
BOOK NOW:
https://www.theatreroyal.com.au/shows/antipodean-odyssey-long-way-home
Presented by the Australian Wooden Boat Festival and Four Winds Concerts. This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through the Festivals Australia program.
Set sail on an extraordinary musical journey as Mikelangelo & The Black Sea Gentlemen bring Homer's ancient Greek epic, The Odyssey, to life in Antipodean Odyssey – The Long Way Home.
Blending theatrical storytelling, irreverent humour and extraordinary musicianship, this wildly entertaining production reimagines one of the world's greatest tales of adventure, heroism and homecoming.
With violin, clarinet, piano accordion, double bass, guitar and voice, the acclaimed ensemble draws on European folk traditions, vintage popular music and cinematic soundscapes to create a musical experience unlike any other.
For these special Australian Wooden Boat Festival performances, they'll be joined by Hobart's own swashbuckling women's choir, Up She Rises!
Expect a spirited, imaginative and thoroughly entertaining evening celebrating storytelling, music and the timeless allure of the sea.
📍 Theatre Royal, 29 Campbell Street, Hobart
📅 Sunday 7 & Monday 8 February 2027
🕡 6:30 pm both evenings
🎭 90-minute performance | No interval
👥 All ages welcome
Two performances only. Secure your seats!
BOOK NOW:
https://www.theatreroyal.com.au/shows/antipodean-odyssey-long-way-home
Presented by the Australian Wooden Boat Festival and Four Winds Concerts. This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through the Festivals Australia program.
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Where is it happening?
Theatre Royal, 29 Campbell St, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia, Theatre Royal, 29 Campbell St, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia, Hobart
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