Dual Helpmann Award-winner Esther Hannaford will return to stages across Australia in December with her newest production Praise Dolly: A Celebration Of The Music Of Dolly Parton.
After enjoying rousing audiences on two previous sold-out national tours celebrating the career of Carole King, Esther turns her attention to the Queen Of Nashville presenting all the Dolly classics: 'Jolene', '9 To 5', 'Islands In The Stream', 'Here You Come Again', and 'I Will Always Love You'.Praise Dolly also sees Hannaford deep dive into Parton's extensive back catalogue (she has released 110 singles that have charted including 26 Billboard Country #1s) to showcase the remarkable career of one of country music's all-time greats.
"It's all about Dolly’s music," shares Esther. "Her songwriting and storytelling prowess endlessly captivate me with their insight, joy and hope.
"I'm so excited to celebrate this music from an incredible artist who puts so much goodwill into the world through her deeds. I feel like myself, and all of us could use some more Dolly in our lives. Come Praise Dolly!"
Esther will be backed by the Fabulous Tennessee Mountain Home Band, a ten-piece band featuring some of Australia's finest musicians with musical director Mark Wilson from Jet.
Set to visit all mainland state capitals, Praise Dolly will also land in Albury (NSW), Canberra, Geelong, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, and Wollongong featuring two sets (over two hours) of music.
Tickets for all shows on sale from 11am (local time) 8 September.
Praise Dolly: A Celebration Of The Music Of Dolly Parton 2022 Tour Dates
Wed 30 Nov - Albury Entertainment CentreThu 1 Dec - Canberra Theatre
Sat 3 Dec - Costa Hall (Geelong)
Sun 4 Dec - Hamer Hall (Melbourne)
Wed 7 Dec - Kings Theatre (Sunshine Coast)
Thu 8 Dec - QPAC Concert Hall (Brisbane)
Fri 9 Dec - Twin Towns (Gold Coast)
Sun 11 Dec - Her Majesty's Theatre (Adelaide)
Tue 13 Dec - Perth Concert Hall
Sat 17 Dec - Anita's Theatre (Wollongong)
Sun 18 Dec - State Theatre (Sydney)
