Last Thursday evening, the Athenaeum Theatre in Melbourne became a dazzling crucible of love, angst, and unapologetic fabulousness as ‘Hedwig and the Angry Inch’ burst onto the stage, igniting the audience with special guests including Sharon Johal, Sammy J and Georgia Love. If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to dance on the edge of disaster while belting out power ballads, look no further; Hedwig is here to take you on a wild ride through the fiery landscape of self-discovery and heartache.
As you step into Hedwig’s world, love morphs into a weapon and an escape route. The vibrant atmosphere crackles with energy, where rebellion is not just a theme but a way of life, wrapped in fishnets, denim, and a hefty dose of sass with a bold blonde wig. The production is a fever dream that oscillates between the idealism of love and the raw, primal urge to burn it all down. It’s dangerous, seductive, and outrageously funny.
A true embodiment of queer Asian excellence, Seann Miley Moore plays Hedwig and brings unmatched charisma and fearless queer spirit to every performance and is thrilled to take Hedwig and the Angry Inch to stages across Australia and beyond.
“Seann Miley Moore stole the show,” Cameron Mackintosh said of their pioneering performance as The EnginQueer in Opera Australia’s Miss Saigon. Recently awarded Best Actor at both the Sydney Theatre Awards and Naarm’s Green Room Awards – “They are a complete revelation.”
At the helm of this electrifying journey is the acclaimed Adam Noviello, a performer whose charisma could ignite a blackout. Known for his roles in ‘Priscilla: Queen of the Desert’, ‘Matilda The Musical’, and ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’, Noviello takes on the double duty of playing both Yitzhak, Hedwig’s devoted yet defiant partner, and the titular role of Hedwig. If you thought one Noviello was enough, think again, this multi-talented powerhouse is ready to light up the stage in a way that only a queer icon can.
Joining this dynamic duo is the Sydney Theatre Award-nominated Amy Hack, known for her breathtaking performances in ‘Yentl’ and ‘Caroline or Change’. With her on board, the stakes are raised even higher, and audiences are in for a treat. Expect nothing less than a masterclass in performance as these talented artists weave a tapestry of emotions, humour, and heavy rock riffs.
The show itself is a riotous celebration of identity, love, and the fierce pursuit of happiness. Hedwig’s journey is not just one of loss but a powerful narrative of self-acceptance and resilience, wrapped in a soundtrack that’s sure to leave you humming long after the final curtain falls. The killer band backing the performers adds a layer of musical magic that elevates the entire experience, ensuring that every note strikes like a bolt of lightning.
For Tickets please visit https://www.hedwig.com.au/
