The internationally acclaimed Spiegeltent will return to Tasmania’s iconic waterfront as part of the
Tasmanian International Arts Festival for 25 days of dazzling entertainment and fun for all ages next
March.
The travelling entertainment salon was a smash hit with Tasmanian crowds in March this year and is
back at Princes Wharf No.1 forecourt from 5-29 March 2015.
Ten Days Artistic Director, David Malacari said that following the success of the 2014 season, sell-out
crowds were again expected for next year’s Spiegeltent.
“More than 150 international, national and Tasmanian performers will showcase a unique and
exciting array of comedy, cabaret, music, circus, burlesque and acrobatic performances as well as
family friendly fun that cannot be missed,” Mr Malacari said.
“In a Tasmanian first a selection of Spiegeltent performers will also be stepping out of the tent to
astound audiences in Launceston, Devonport and Burnie as part of the festival’s Spiegel Sideshow
program.”
One performer set to journey north is Hobart based vocalist Maria Lurighi as she returns for her
second Spiegeltent season.
Maria first entertained Ten Days audiences in 2001 as one of the first artists commissioned to
perform in the newly created Ten Days on the Island Festival. Today she performed an exclusive and
intimate jazz piece with pianist Matt Boden at the launch of the 2015 Spiegeltent program.
“The Spiegeltent offers a unique atmosphere for performing and I am thrilled to be working with Ten
Days once again in 2015,” Miss Lurighi said.
“Audiences will be delighted at the return of La Soirée which, along with renowned Australian
company Circa and their show Beyond, will headline the Spiegel program,” Mr Malacari said.
“Beyond is a truly sublime world-class show. The circus cabaret experience presents an unexpected
and surreal mix of comedy, music and magical circus tricks that will be equally mindboggling for
adults and children.
“And Hobart audiences will have another chance to get their hands on the hottest ticket of 2014
when the five star theatrical phenomenon that is La Soirée returns.
“With its combination of jaw dropping acrobatics, hilarious comedy, spellbinding circus acts and
cheeky cabaret performances audiences will be treated to a spectacular evening of entertainment.
“Another highlight of the Spiegeltent program is 2014 La Soirée standout Le Gateau Chocolat, who
will return to Hobart with his hour long solo show I Chocolat.
“A side splitting selection of comedians including Barry award winner Denise Scott, Colin Lane, Jason
Byrne, Ronny Chieng and The Axis of Awesome will leave audiences gasping for breath with their
unforgettably hilarious performances.
“Scottish contemporary folk band Breabach will be back with their high energy performance as part
of the diverse musical line up which includes Archie Roach, Camille O’Sullivan, DJ Dexter, All Our
Exes Live in Texas, James Morrison, Jordie Lane and the Tasmanian premieres of the sensational LFRESH
The LION and Iceland’s Sóley, just to name a few.
“Tasmania’s local music talent will also be on show with Maria Lurighi joining Matt Boden and Peter
Tanfield for wonderful jazz and home grown star ASTA returning for her first Tasmanian show in over
a year.”
The Outdoor Lounge is also back with free entry for all to enjoy a great bar and al fresco dining on
Hobart’s iconic waterfront late into the evening.
To celebrate the Spiegeltent’s return a free opening night will be held on March 5 offering an
evening of enchanting entertainment featuring the UK’s Cocoloco, Silent Disco, Iain Lang’s Punch and
Judy, The Dead Maggies, a sample of highlights from Beyond and more.
The full Spiegeltent program will be inserted into the Mercury on Saturday, 13 December. Tickets go
on sale from 10am on Thursday, 11 December.
A limited number of tickets will be offered at a 25 percent early bird discount prior to Christmas,
subject to availability. To purchase tickets simply head to tendays.org.au, phone 6210 5777 or visit
the Ten Days office located at 71 Murray Street, Hobart.
The 2015 Spiegeltent will be presented in association with Strut and Fret Production House and
supported by Southern Cross.
Lucinda Bray Font PR
