Chorale in Cabaret – ABBA
Chorale in Cabaret is back, this time celebrating the music of Swedish pop group ABBA and all things 70s.
By Chelsea Heaney.
The Darwin Chorale is taking on favourite tracks from all eight of the group’s studio albums, the 36-strong cast working their way through fan favourites like ‘Waterloo’, ‘Fernando’ and ‘The Winner Takes It All’.
After rising to international stardom in the 1970s before disbanding in 1982, ABBA experienced a second wave of popularity following the reissue of their original material, the inclusion of their songs on several hit films and the creation of the hit musical Mamma Mia!. The group was officially inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2010.
ABBA’s fan base spans several generations and their songs are instantly recognisable. It’s a great choice for the Darwin Chorale and allows both young and old to enjoy the show.
In addition to covering all the obvious hits, the performance pays homage to the women of ABBA, Agnetha Faltskog and Anni-Frid Lyngstad, who both went on to pursue solo careers after the group’s breakup. The concert also features songs from Chess, the debut musical from the other two members Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus.
With a 32 year history of delivering performances across the NT and overseas, the Darwin Chorale’s cabaret nights have proven to be a real hit. With sold out performances of The Beatles Cabaret, A Jazzy Broadway Christmas and Jesus Christ Superstar in the past few years, this promises to be another successful event.
Thu 6 – Sat 8 Jul | 7.30pm | Darwin Entertainment Centre
