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Dream Lover – The Bobby Darin Musical produced by John Frost and John and Barbara Gilbert of Gilbert Theatrical, will be the first musical celebrating the return of the summer musical at Arts Centre Melbourne.
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Dream Lover – The Bobby Darin Musical had its world premiere at the Sydney Lyric Theatre late last year and audiences fell in love with this new Australian hit.
“We’re thrilled to be bringing Dream Lover to Melbourne as the first in the new annual summer musical presentation at the Arts Centre,” commented John Frost, on behalf of his co-producers John and Barbara Gilbert.
“Audiences in Sydney were awe-struck by the incredible performance of David Campbell as Bobby Darin, who is returning for the Melbourne season and we are delighted Hannah Fredericksen will return as the stunning Sandra Dee.
“We are also very excited to welcome the one and only Marina Prior to the cast along with Rodney Dobson who join other returning principal cast Marney McQueen and Martin Crewes.”
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David Campbell is one of Australia’s most popular and versatile entertainers.
The singer and actor hosts TV and radio shows and is the winner of three Helpmann Awards. He is also a founding member of Independent Music Theatre, the group of producers behind Hayes Theatre Co.
Returning to the role of Sandra Dee is Hannah Fredericksen. Fredericksen recently starred as Olivia Newton-John in the hugely successful TV mini-series Molly, and on stage in the new Australian musical Ned, A New Australian Musical and the Green Room nominated production of City of Angels.
Joining the cast for the Melbourne season is Australian musical theatre royalty Marina Prior.
Marina who most recently was praised for her leading role in The Production Company’s Hello Dolly, will play the dual roles of former showgirl Polly, Bobby Darin’s mother (who is revealed to be his grandmother), and the ambitious, cut throat Mary Douvan, Sandra Dee’s mother.
An extraordinary story that goes far beyond the song, Dream Lover reveals the amazing life of this legendary American singer, songwriter and actor. An intimate and epic story of an all-round entertainer adored by his fans, Bobby Darin, together with his movie star wife Sandra Dee, provided the iconic soundtrack to a generation.
The musical captures the glamour and passion of the big band era, the Rat Pack in Vegas and the Golden Age of Hollywood, a time of trail-blazing stars, knock-out fashions and life-changing events.
Featuring a sensational cast with over 40 on stage including an 18-piece big band Dream Lover, is a big show with a big score and a big heart.
Don’t miss Dream Lover - The Bobby Darin Musical, a true story stranger than fiction and far beyond the song.
From December 29, Arts Centre Melbourne, book now at dreamlover.com.au.