Gavin Young News

The Firehall Arts Centre will have Krystle Dos Santos return to its East Van stage this holiday season with A Very Merry Motown.

"Peace Train to a Wild World" is a nostalgic, memorable tribute to Nobel Peace prizewinner, megastar and multi-instrumentalist, Yusuf / Cat Stevens and not only highlights Yusuf's / Cat Stevens' haunting melodies and soulful lyrics, but also gives one a glimpse into the life of one of the world's greatest folk-rock artists, from birth to current status as converted Muslim and humanitarian. The tribute features Werner Carstens, on lead guitar, mandolin, and backing vocals. Craig Stott on acoustic guitar and lead vocals has received standing ovations for his renditions of Yusuf / Cat Stevens' hits, while, Charl Strutt and Gavin Young feature on bass and drums respectively. The group has enjoyed sold-out performances at various theatres and theatre supper venues in and around Cape Town and up country.

A first for the company, The Australian Ballet is looking to provide insights into the creation of new work from a punter's point of view by commissioning three citizen bloggers to document the creation of CONCORD.