The Flying Forties

Next date: Thursday, 09 October 2025 | 08:00 PM to 10:00 PM

 

THE FLYING FORTIES

Penny Pavlakis and Grant Galea to Star in the Spectacular New Show, The Flying Forties, Backed by a Dazzling Big Band Orchestra

Step back in time with powerhouse vocals, lush orchestration, and the unforgettable music of a golden era

Audiences are in for an unforgettable night of music, glamour, and vintage flair as critically acclaimed vocalists Penny Pavlakis, the dynamic Grant Galea, and friends, take the stage in the electrifying new production, The Flying Forties. Celebrating the music and spirit of the 1940s, this show brings together two extraordinary performers backed by a full big band orchestra featuring soaring strings and a sizzling horn section.

The Flying Forties is a dazzling musical journey through the timeless classics of a golden era—complete with swing, jazz, ballads, Broadway favourites, and everything in between. With arrangements that blend elegance and excitement, the show’s live orchestra will envelop audiences in the lush, cinematic sounds of the '40s, delivering a rich and immersive experience.

Internationally renowned for her commanding stage presence and genre-defying vocals, Penny Pavlakis—known as The Singers' Singer—brings her powerful voice and emotional depth to the show. She is joined by Grant Galea, a charismatic performer with a velvet voice and old-school charm, whose magnetic stage energy perfectly complements Pavlakis’s vocal brilliance.

“The music of the 1940s was all heart and class—sweeping melodies, powerful lyrics, and rhythm that moved you,” says Pavlakis. “With this incredible orchestra behind us, we’re not just performing songs—we’re reviving a legacy.”

Audiences can expect show-stopping renditions of classics made famous by legends like Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Judy Garland, Glenn Miller, and more—all reimagined with contemporary flair while staying true to the era’s rich musical heritage.

 

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Goulburn Performing Arts Centre, 163 Auburn Street Goulburn, 2580, View Map