The Sapphires is one of Australia’s best-loved stories. This multiple award-winning musical play that inspired the film is coming to Hobart for the first time.

Four young Aboriginal women from regional Australia, who like singing country music, suddenly get the chance to change their tune and their lives. Wearing sequins and armed only with microphones they find themselves trying to spread joy in the hell that is the Vietnam War.

The Sapphires is a funny, heart-warming tale inspired by the true story of Tony Brigg’s mother – the incredible journey of four Yorta Yorta Women, who sing Motown hits against the backdrop of personal change and massive social upheaval. It is an energetic, fun and engaging play that affirms life and the realisation of dreams.

Producer: Christine Harris & HIT Productions
Writer and Director: Tony Briggs
Musical Director: Nathaniel Andrew
Set and Lighting Designer: Mark Howett
Choreographer: Leonard Mickelo
Costume Stylist: Sophie Woodward

Cast Includes: Mindy Kwanten, Matilda Brown, Lorinda Merrypor, Ngaire Pigram, Calen Tassone, Anthony Lim, Marcus Johnson and Mike Smith

Associate MD / Guitar Player: Mitchell Kwanten
Drummer: Jack Hickey
Bass Player: Joel Macintyre