A theatrical love letter to one of music’s most enigmatic and beloved artists, Sarah-Louise Young’s An Evening Without Kate Bush is more than just a tribute show.
From the moment Young takes the stage, she effortlessly channels the spirit of Kate Bush, not with mere imitation but with a deep, affectionate understanding of her artistry.
Young weaves together music, comedy, and audience interaction to create something truly unique. She embraces the whimsy, the theatricality, and the sheer magic of Bush’s music, seamlessly slipping between characters and moments that feel as eccentric and brilliant as the artist herself.
Whether soaring through Wuthering Heights, embodying the passionate storytelling of Cloudbusting, or hauntingly delivering The Man with Child in His Eyes, Young’s voice is breath-taking – rich, expressive, and filled with the kind of emotion that makes you believe every word.
Young doesn’t just celebrate Kate Bush; she celebrates the fans, the dreamers, and the oddballs who have found solace, joy, and inspiration in her music. The result is an evening that feels both deeply personal and wildly theatrical, leaving audiences utterly spellbound.
For die-hard Kate Bush fans, this is a must-see. For those unfamiliar with her work, it’s an enchanting introduction to a singular artist.
An Evening Without Kate Bush
Fairfax Studio – Arts Centre Melbourne, 100 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
Performance: Wednesday 5 February 2025
Season: 5 – 8 February 2025
Information: www.artscentremelbourne.com.au
Following the Melbourne season, An Evening Without Kate Bush will play at the Bondi Pavilion (14 & 15 February), Adelaide Fringe (18 February – 23 March) and Riverside Theatres, Parramatta (28 March). For more information, visit: www.withoutkatebush.com for details.
Image: Sarah-Louise Young stars in An Evening Without Kate Bush – photo by Shay Rowan