STRANGE PHENOMENA
Darwin, get ready for Kate Bush! Well, not really… but it’s the next best thing.
WORDS BROOKE GIBBS
IMAGE STEVE ULLATHORNE
IF YOU'VE EVER howled with the 'Hounds of Love' or danced on the moors to the haunting beauty of 'Wuthering Heights', then you're in for an unforgettable experience. Strange Phenomena, an award-winning cabaret, pays a glorious tribute to the enigmatic and influential Kate Bush, capturing the magic of her music, fans, and mythology.
This performance has already sold out across the UK, including the Edinburgh Fringe and London’s Soho Theatre. Now, it’s coming to Darwin for its Australian debut.

Whether you're a long-time ‘Fish Person’ or a recent fan introduced through Stranger Things, this unique show invites everyone to embrace their inner Kate Bush. With its joyful energy and mind-blowing performance, Strange Phenomena is a celebration of everything that makes Kate Bush’s music so iconic. You don’t need to be a fan to be transported into something very special.
Created by Sarah-Louise Young and Russell Lucas, performed by Sarah-Louise Young, the show weaves together Bush's songs, imagery, and surreal storytelling into a dazzling performance that will have you entranced. With a running time of just over an hour, the show is a perfect escape into the world of one of pop music’s most innovative and beloved artists.
The show highlights the unique cultural phenomenon that surrounds Bush, from her mystical stage presence to her influence on both music and fashion. Whether you're reminiscing about the classics or discovering her artistry for the first time, the performance captures the raw emotion and creativity that defines her legacy.
Expect to be transported through a surreal, nostalgic, and joyful journey that celebrates the magic of Kate Bush in a way you’ve never experienced before.
Get ready to lose yourself in the strange and magical world of Kate Bush. After all, she may not be there, but you are, and that’s what matters.
Strange Phenomena
WHEN SAT 24 MAY | 2PM & 7.30PM
AT DARWIN ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE
COST $40-$45
INFO yourcentre.com.au