Musical Memoirs of a Ten Pound Pom

All aboard for a trip down memory lane The great maritime migration from the United Kingdom to Australia in the 1960s and ’70s is translated into a funny and nostalgic musical journey in Musical Memoirs of a Ten Pound Pom at the Don Russell Performing Arts Centre on Saturday 6 June at 8pm. This national touring show, a Perth exclusive at The Don, centres on this era of great social change in Australia. Seasoned performer Hilary Henshaw presents this musical story from personal experience as a Ten Pound Pom. Her journey began in 1964 when, as a 12-year-old, she set sail for a new life in Australia on the SS Canberra. Musical Memoirs of a Ten Pound Pom relives her experiences of adjusting to a new country and is complete with a compendium of songs from the British Isles to Broadway. Henshaw shares her memories of yesteryear, which include being a child performer in the early days of television and travelling the country as a musical theatre artiste. Her captivating story is for anyone who can relate to facing changes, choices and challenges during the swinging ’60s. Hilary Henshaw is a professional singer, actor, speaker, and qualified music and speech teacher. She has performed in musical theatre, opera, cabaret and television. Career highlights include a lead role as Sylviane in The Merry Widow, along with sell-out performances of her one-woman show Bagels to Broadway at Melbourne’s Chapel off Chapel theatre. Talented pianist and music teacher, Maurice Duband, provides piano accompaniment. For bookings and information, call The Don on 9493 4577 or visit www.gosnells.wa.gov.au and click on the Don Russell Performing Arts Centre link to buy tickets online.