Photo by Zenya Arrowsmith
Hairspray takes off in Brisbane
The largest production of Hairspray ever staged on the planet officially opened in Brisbane last month! And man, what a phenomenal time it was.
I feel incredibly blessed to be part of something so much bigger than myself. A story that places value on and uplifts people, no matter who you are or where you’re from.
Big love to the whole team! So grateful to be doing what I love and living my dream. Here are a few snaps from our Brisbane season.
Cupcakes courtesy of our male swing, Michael Nunn.
I get to have the iconic Christine Anu play my mom. Love our convos.
With my Hairspray mama, lil sis and Christine’s real baby girl, Zippy, at a cast hangout.
Zoolander-ing the first day I met these guys.
On set filming for Toasted TV with Lauren McKenna and Dan Venz.
No caption needed :p.
Seeing our set for the first time. How incredible does it look?! Wowsers…
Dressing room selfies. Have to be done.
“Ain’t no white and black up in here. Detention is a rainbow experience.”
If Seaweed J. Stubbs released an album.
Big love for these guys.
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Sydney Hills Living
Was a pleasure sitting down with Sydney Hills Living.
No questions were out of bounds. I remember the journalist, Di Bartok, being surprised by that, saying quite a few folks would have their people send through a note saying, “You can’t ask about this…”. I think interviews are best when they’re just natural and genuine, like a real conversation.
If you live out Sydney ways, pick up this month’s copy. I apologize in advance for any rambling :p.
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Chatting with SydneySocial101
On the front page of SydneySocial101 now, talking about baby Barry, music/acting, my personal style and more. Cheers for the chat!
Check it out by clicking my face above.
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Hawkesbury Independent
In this month’s Hawkesbury Independent, chatting about a couple of my fav local spots I like to chill in my downtime.
Click the pic to read.
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On The Couch with Barry Conrad
What am I listening to? What makes me happy? What’s ahead?
Come hang On The Couch with me to find out.
Click the pic to see it all.
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SceneStr. with Seaweed
Great chatting with SceneStr. about Hairspray Arena Spectacular!
Check it out by clicking the pic above.
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VIOLET Melbourne Opening Night
Big thanks to Institchu for making me look presentable.
With my fellow leading cast, Samantha Dodemaide, Steve Danielsen and our award-winning director, Mitchell Butel.
Incredible opening night at Chapel Off Chapel!
Huge congrats to our entire team, who went over and above to make it so memorable.
Our Melbourne season runs till March 20, come see us.
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Herald Sun for VIOLET
Great article in Melbourne’s Herald Sun about VIOLET.
Truly love being part of this show.
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Institchu Campaign
Campaign for Institchu
Photo by Zenya Arrowsmith
Lighting by Chris Mcgeown
Videography by Lenny Pearce
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Hairspray Arena Spectacular
Stoked to share that after wrapping VIOLET in Melbourne, I’ll be heading to Brisbane to join the cast of Hairspray Arena Spectacular!
You can grab your tickets at Ticketek now.
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VIOLET Reflections
When I said yes to Violet, never had I imagined it would become one of the most fulfilling, special experiences of my life.
Beyond the blood, sweat and tears – being stretched way passed where I thought I could go – I’ve been nothing but championed and encouraged by an incredible bunch of people who quickly became like family.
Special thanks to Mitchell Butel and Blue Saint Productions for taking a chance on this musical theatre rookie! Words can’t encapsulate my gratitude and I honestly couldn’t be happier that Violet was my first.
Love you all, here’s to making more memories in Melbourne.
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VIOLET Reviews
The reviews for Violet came in quickly and were so overwhelmingly positive!
Sydney Morning Herald, The Australian, Theatre People, Broadway World, Limelight Magazine and Daily Review are just a few publications. To check out what they had to say, head to the Blue Saint Productions Facebook page.
Massive thanks to everyone who came and reviewed our show so generously, we truly appreciate it!
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The Morning Show
When I got word I’d be debuting my single live on The Morning Show, I knew I wanted to bring something different.
Such a special moment performing this, joined by some great friends, Coco Collective, who really helped bring it to life. Great seeing Larry, Kylie and crew again too, cheers for having me!
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The Manila Times
Being in The Manila Times is definitely a “what the..?!” moment.
Other than Anywhere We Go and Violet, I got pretty unfiltered. Shared about once being too scared to do anything and how I deal with rejection. Give it a read if you want by clicking the pic above.
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Rouse Hill Times
Was a pleasure catching up with Rouse Hill Times, it’s a great feeling when your local community gets behind you.
Massive thanks to the whole team and hope to catch you guys around the neighborhood sometime!
Tap the pic above to read the piece.
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Thomas Bleach Single Review
Not gonna lie: it’s kinda nerve-racking anytime a review comes in.
Big thanks to Thomas Bleach for the generous words on Anywhere We Go. Appreciate the attention to detail and glad you had it on repeat!
Tap the pic to read his review.
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Motherland Love
Pretty stoked to be getting some love from the motherland. For those who don’t know, I was actually born in South Africa.
Cheers TalkMedia Africa for the support, I appreciate it!
Click the pic to check it out.
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At Home with The Daily Telegraph
Opened our crib to The Daily Telegraph to talk about life, music and some of my favorite things for their Home mag.
Check it out by clicking the pic above.
Here’s a scan from the paper version cover too.
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Coming to NZ
All my Kiwis: Anywhere We Go made the November NewTracks compilation. This means it’ll be hitting NZ radio any day now! So happy.
Keeping some dangerously good company too, like legendary Mr Dave Dobbyn and my friend, Ginny Blackmore.
Thank you, NZ On Air!
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BARRY CONRAD 