Adelaide Fringe 2026 – Counting Down – ON SALE SOON

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Experience this mesmerising music cabaret show from SA, honouring the legacy of the legendary
Goddess of Piano and High Priestess of Soul
NINA SIMONE.

“This is a show not only for fans of Nina Simone’s music but for any soul that is moved by the intensity and passion that drives soul music, the fun, the funkiness that is jazz and the raunchy, steamy rage at the world that are the blues.”

Weekend Notes, Jon Cocks 2023

“Impressed by the smooth sounds and richness of the often-complex music.
Galea is a very emotional singer.

The passion and feeling comes through in her voice.”

Fifty Plus SA 2025

NINA SIMONE – A Musical Life

‘Let US Put A Spell On YOU’

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NINA SIMONE – A Musical Life

Dinner & Show or Show Only

Experience this mesmerising music cabaret show from SA, honouring the legacy of the legendary
Goddess of Piano and High Priestess of Soul
NINA SIMONE.

“This is a show not only for fans of Nina Simone’s music but for any soul that is moved by the intensity and passion that drives soul music, the fun, the funkiness that is jazz and the raunchy, steamy rage at the world that are the blues.”

Weekend Notes, Jon Cocks 2023

“Impressed by the smooth sounds and richness of the often-complex music.
Galea is a very emotional singer.

The passion and feeling comes through in her voice.”

Fifty Plus SA 2025

SOLD OUT – thankyou Adelaide Simply SADE

The ‘Diamond Life’ of a ‘SMOOTH OPERATOR’

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Simply SADE

The ‘Diamond Life’ of a ‘SMOOTH OPERATOR’

“It is Smooth, Sleek, Sexy, Melodic…Simply ‘SADE’!” Radio Adelaide/Weekend Notes

*ONE NIGHT ONLY *

Not to be missed! This dynamic 6pc show performs a superb selection of SADE’s most loved songs and funkiest grooves of the 80’s & 90’s. As ‘The BoyZ’ cook up a sophisticated blend of soul funk jazz & Afro-Cuban rhythms, Bonnie emanates a cool and sexy ambience reminiscent of SADE herself whilst capturing the essence of her undeniable, smooth vocal textures. Featuring the best from her multi-platinum album Diamond Life & more. Join us in celebrating SADE’s timeless hits like Smooth Operator, Your Love Is King, The Sweetest Taboo, Hang On To Your Love, Is It A Crime, Cherry Pie, the meaningful ‘Why Can’t We Live Together’ and grooving ‘When Am I Gonna Make A Living’.

Featuring Bonnie & the BoyZ!

Bonnie Lee Galea, Michael Rigby, Stuart Day, Quinton Dunne, Steve Todd & Peter Raidel

To Pre Book for Dinner or Cheese Platters Call 08 8431 1822 (NB: not included in tix price)


DONE & DUSTED – ADELAIDE FRINGE 2025

NINA SIMONE – A Musical Life

Let US Put A Spell On YOU !

THANK YOU TO ALL WHO CAME ALONG TO REMEMBER NINA SIMONE, HER LIFE, HER MUSIC.

– FULL HOUSE !!! Sun 23 Feb / 12 noon / Parker Estate Coonawarra for Coonawarra Fringe

– FULL HOUSE !!! Mon 24 Feb / 8.30pm / The Jade / Adelaide

– FULL CABARET SEATING !!! Wed 12 Mar / 8pm / Woodville Town Hall

– FULL HOUSE !!! Sat 15 Mar / 3.20pm / The Garage International @ Adelaide Town Hall

– SOLD OUT !!! Sat 22 Mar / 4.40pm /  The Garage International @ Adelaide Town Hall

(Glam Adelaide 2025)

“A great rare performance of Nina Simone’s music It certainly did not disappoint.

I’m still singing today.”

4.5 STARS (The Cool Room WOW fm 2025)

A wonderful candlelight performance and informative tribute to NINA SIMONE.

Be prepared to have a ‘Spell Put On You’

This is a show not only for fans of Nina Simone’s music but for any soul that is moved by the intensity and passion that drives soul music

(Weekend Notes 2023)

Simply SADE

The Ultimate Tribute to UK’s ‘Smooth Operator’

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Simply SADE

The Ultimate Tribute to UK’s ‘Smooth Operator

THU 7 NOV 2024

(7.30pm – 9.30pm)

(SHAR – DAY)

“It is smooth, sleek, sexy, melodic…Simply SADE!”

2021 Radio Adelaide/Weekend Notes (Virginie the Frenchie)

*ONE NIGHT ONLY *

Not to be missed! This dynamic 6pc show performs a superb selection of SADE’s most loved songs and funkiest grooves of the 80’s & 90’s. As ‘The BoyZ’ cook up a sophisticated blend of soul funk jazz & Afro-Cuban rhythms, Bonnie emanates a cool and sexy ambience reminiscent of SADE herself whilst capturing the essence of her undeniable, smooth vocal textures. Featuring the best from her multi-platinum album Diamond Life & more. Join us in celebrating SADE’s timeless hits like Smooth Operator, Your Love Is King, The Sweetest Taboo, Hang On To Your Love, Is It A Crime, Cherry Pie, the meaningful ‘Why Can’t We Live Together’ and grooving ‘When Am I Gonna Make A Living’.

Featuring Bonnie & the BoyZ!

Bonnie Lee Galea, Michael Rigby, Stuart Day, Quinton Dunne, Steve Todd & Peter Raidel

To Pre Book for Dinner or Cheese Platters Call 08 8431 1822 (NB: not included in tix price)


Twice a Month – The Royal Oak, Nth Adel.

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JAZZ in CHEEK Quintet

Cheeky Jazz, Smokey Blues & Swinging Rhythms & Petit French!

NEXT WED- Wed 23 Apr 2025 / 7pm to 10pm

Upcoming Wed – May 7 / May 28 / Jun 4 / Jun 25 / Jul 2 / Jul 23 / Aug 6 / Aug 27 / Sep 3 / Sep 24 / Oct 1 / Oct 22 / Nov 5 / Nov 26 / Dec 3 / Dec 24 (tba)

The Royal Oak, 123 O’Connell St, North Adelaide (FREE ENTRY)

Enjoy a great vibe at the Oak with – Bonnie Lee Galea on voice – Richard Coates on keys – Quinton Dunne on double bass & voice – Steve Todd on drums (from Lucifer’s Lounge) – Peter Raidel on sax.

It’s a real hoot. Love to see you there!
DANCE, DRINK & DINE
Kitchen & Bar Open

Adelaide Fringe 2024 – ONE SHOW ONLY – SUN 25 FEB – 6.30pm – Goodwood

*** TICKETS ON SALE NOW HERE ***

*** The Blonde Bombshells of JAZZ *** (Back for the 1st time after 5 years)

Proudly Supporting Cancer Council SA & Marilyn Jetty Swim ($5 from every show CD bought or ordered at the show will be donated to the Cancer Council SA

Come Up and See Us Sometime!

(Sun 25 Feb – Goodwood Theatre & Studios- 6.30pm)

SA vocalists Bonnie Lee Galea and Kerry Reid catapult you into the lives and music of 11 unforgettable Blonde Bombshells. As they don an array of wigs, costumes and personas of each singer in jaw-dropping transformations taking you back to the Golden Era in a seamless blend of duets and timeless signature tunes by the lovable Doris Day, sassy Peggy Lee, iconic Marilyn Monroe, vivacious Jayne Mansfield, dynamic Betty Hutton and more. Brimming with saucy numbers, hilarious anecdotes and candid quips. But Beware! Mae West might just shimmy into the crowd for some interactive mischief and flirtatious fun! 

Featuring the irresistible smooth sounds of the JAZZ in CHEEK Quartet 

Quinton Dunne (double bass)
Richard Coates (keys)
Josh Chenoweth (trumpet)
Steve Todd (drums)

Simply SADE (Adelaide Fringe 2023)

Smooth Operator – Bonnie & the BoyZ! are back!

TWO SHOWS ONLY

Sun 26 Feb – 7pm /. Murray Bridge Town Hall

Thu 2 Mar – 8.30pm / The GC Adelaide at The Arts Theatre, 53 Angas St, Adelaide

BOOK NOW at FringeTIX

Meet the Band here in this video …

SIMPLY SADE – Book Now for your chance TO WIN (ADELAIDE FRINGE 2022)

SUN 13 MAR 2022 at The Gov (main room) 1pm to 3pm

Bonnie & the BoyZ!

perform Sade’s most loved songs of 80’s & 90’s incl. Smooth Operator.

On behalf of Evans & Tate & Bonnie Lee Galea –

Every Monday you could win a bottle of

‘Smooth Operator’ Cab Merlot just by booking your tickets now to see SIMPLY SADE.

More Info & Bookings Here

NINA SIMONE – A Musical Life (Adelaide Fringe 2022)

ON SALE NOW

MORE INFO & BOOKINGS HERE

Choose

TUE 8 MAR – evening show 7pm at

The GC – Goodwood Theatre & Studios or

SUN 29 MAR – day 2pm or evening 8pm show only or meal & show tickets