His incredible and varied career spans over 40 years both here at home and internationally. WebAcclaimed Director Jack OBrien (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory), and Choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots), lead a Broadway creative team to present the feel-good and hilarious Hairspray in Australia as originally intended. WebThe feel-good multi-award-winning Broadway show HAIRSPRAY the Musical has opened at the Regent Theatre Melbourne. Later in 2017 he performed in Assassins at The Hayes Theatre and he received a Helpmann Award nomination. Some of Australias favourite This is the original Broadway production. Cast members starring in the theatre show include: Shane Jacobson as Edna Turnblad Todd McKenney as Wilbur Turnblad Rob Mills as Corny Collins Rhonda Most notably, he performed the iconic role of Tony to great acclaim in the Australian and International tour ofWest Side Story(Opera Australia/GWB/BB Group), and most recently performed in the national tour of Disneys Frozen The Musical, understudying the role of Hans, (Disney Theatrical Australia). The show is recommended for people ages 8 and above. Shanes stage career has been just as successful. Photos - Vito Mattarelli.On a particularly cold winter's day today, the sky's cleared and the sun shone brightly as a convoy of 60s vintage cars pulled up outside Melbourne's majestic Princess Theatre. Hairspray is the winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and is finding increasing relevance with new audiences. Hairspray was rewarded with a standing ovation on opening night but for all its excellent points, it suffered by prioritising a few familiar names. Other theatre credits includeBrigadoon(The Production Company),Much Ado About Nothing, Romeo and Juliet(China Tour), Rolling Thunder Vietnam(Australian Tour) RossinisLa Cenerentola, The Girlie Show, Harvey Milk the Opera, Nine and Lil Abner. Hairspray the Musical returns exclusively to Melbourne April 14 17 (2021) The National Theatre, St Kilda. The 20th Anniversary Broadway production of Hairspray currently at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne, is delighting audiences and critics alike across Melbourne with standing ovations, dancing in the aisles and glowing reviews. If there were standouts in the cast, it would have to be the girls. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a Melbourne-exclusive production direct from Broadway thats showing at the Princess Theatre. Close to the Regent Theatre, Bettys Burgers is the place to go for an American dining experience. The final cast members have been unveiled for the highly-anticipated Australian premiere of the original Tony Award winning Broadway production of Hairspray, Brushing off their dancing feet includes Javon King (international tour of RENT, Newsies) as Seaweed J Stubbs, Australian musical theatre veteran Donna Lee and Ayanda Dladla, who made her stage debut as Molly in the 2021 GFO production of Annie and also featured as young Nala in the Australian tour of Disneys The Lion King, who will perform the role of Little Inez. Rounding out the talented cast includes Australias Got Talent grand finalist Brianna Bishop, most recently seen in the Australian tour of CHESS The Musical, as Amber von Tussle, Mackenzie Dunn (Shrek the Musical, Ragtime, Thoroughly Modern Millie for The Prod Company) is in the coveted role of Penny Pingleton, Sean Johnston (Grease, Jersey Boys) as the much-loved and idolised Link Larkin plus theatre favourite Todd Goddard. Website by ACMN. Shane Jacobson (From 2006 film, Kenny) makes for a raucous and yet endearing Edna Turnblad, while Todd McKenney is deliciously relaxed in his role as her dedicated husband Wilbur. Starring some of the finest stage and screen performers Donnas Music Theatre credits include Fiddler on the Roof, Gypsy, Jesus Christ Superstar, Showboat, Theyre Playing our Song, Oklahoma!, Snoopy the Musical, Dames at Sea, Summer Rain, Forbidden Broadway, Nunsense, Hello Dolly, Les Miserables, Anything Goes, Menopause the Musical, Beauty & the Beast and Half Time, to name a few. Joels television credits include Jack in Channel Nines True Story with Hamish and Andy and Mark in Please Like Me for ABC/Pivot. Zahrah is a South African-Australian performer who has spent a lifetime immersed in the arts, from performing her own spoken word poetry, to Plays, Film and Television, Musical Theatre and hosting Burlesque shows. And if the opening number the irrepressibly infectious Good Morning Baltimore isnt the proof in the pudding from the first few seconds of the production, then we clearly have different tastes in dessert. Most recently Conor appeared asDanielinOnce On This Islandwith Altitude Theatre Company andJoey TribbianiinFriends! Its recommended to arrive 30-45 minutes before your performance start time at the Regent Theatre. Having grown up on the stage from the age of 3 performing ballet and classical piano, she now tours the world as Zule (pronounced like Julie with a Z) with Triage Comedy a multi award winning, semi autobiographical, one-woman musical comedy WebRob Mills and the Australian cast of Hairspray perform It's Hairspray for media at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne's East End Theatre District. Javon King plays an excellent Seaweed, genuinely caring of his Penny, and Sean Johnston is well cast as heartthrob Link. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. and thanks her wonderful parents for all of their love and support through her performing journey. Will Tracy end up with the love of her life, Link? With the help of her outsized mom, Edna, and guest DJ, Motormouth Maybelle, the rhythm of Tracy's new beat just might prove unstoppable. Web560 subscribers Subscribe 63K views 4 months ago The Australian cast of Hairspray perform You Can't Stop The Beat for media at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne's East End Theatre Also, during this time, he played Charlie Price in Kinky Boots at Toowoombas Empire Theatre. Zahrah is striving to make a successful career in professional Australian Theatre. In 2020 Zoe featured in the musical version of The Bridges of Madison County(Matthew Management/Neil Gooding Productions), playing the role of Carolyn. Zoe featured onDisney Playhouseandalso played the on-going guest role of Paige in the ABC TV seriesDance Academy. You'll be the first to hear about exclusive This is going to be a big show!. He graduated from the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts in 2015 with a Bachelor of Arts in Music Theatre and upon graduation made his professional debut in the 2016 production of We Will Rock You (GFO). WebAsabi Goodman and the Australian cast of Hairspray perform I Know Where I've Been for media at the Regent Theatre in Melbourne's East End Theatre District. Image: Jess Busby. Thankful to all of my family and friends for their continuous support and a big thank you to everyone over at CTG! Shane Jacobson (From 2006 film. ) Zuleika is a Penrith born, Melbourne based artist, comedian and writer for TV & the stage. Tonyis constantly striving to prove that as difficult as it is, it is possible to make a living with something youre truly passionate about, and the love for the artform makes it all worth it. WebAt just 23 years of age, Carmel Rodrigues is thrilled to be making her professional musical theatre debut in Hairspray. Australias Got Talent grand finalist Brianna Bishop (Amber von Tussle) was delightfully evil, never once appearing self-conscious in the role, and Mackenzie Dunn delivered an excellent foil to confident Tracy with her kooky, comical Penny Pingleton. Your reference number is. Ball State University. Sean Johnston exudes a likeable stage Brianna has travelled the world as a featured vocalist for Royal Caribbean Entertainment and played the role of Marty Maraschino (understudy Rizzo) in Grease the Musical and Novella in Columbus the Musical. Other lead roles performances includeInto the Woods, Mame, Easter Parade, Annie Get Your Gun, The Boyfriend, Urinetown, Theyre Playing Our Song, Song & Dance, Guys & Dolls, Respect- A Musical Journey of Women, Calendar Girls, La Cage Aux Folles, Jerrys Girls, The Drowsy Chaperone and the original Australian production ofMamma Mia! Hairspray is Siennas professional debut and she is overjoyed to be a member of such a joyful and uplifting show. Shane Jacobson is an award-winning actor, presenter, producer and entertainer. The Musical Parody. Ayanda is truly delighted to be returning to the stage, making this role her keen debut as an Adult in the Theatre Industry. He is a graduate from the University of Central Florida in the U.S. With a BFA in Musical Theatre (Go Knights! makes for a raucous and yet endearing Edna Turnblad, while Todd McKenney is deliciously relaxed in his role as her dedicated husband Wilbur. As an actor and the leading man of song and dance in musical theatre productions, he has entertained Australians for over 30 years. Other credits include World Premier season of Georgy Girl, Andrew Lloyd Webbers iconic production of Love Never Dies including the film version, the 10th Anniversary Tour of Mamma Mia, the Donmar Warehouse production of Guys and Dolls, and West Side Story, Promises Promises and Guys and Dolls for The Production Company, Michael Ralphs Hollywood Honky Tonk, Company (Kathy) for Watch This and originating the role of Selina in the play Kindred for GoldFish Films. Joel Granger most notably appeared on stage in the Australian and NZ tour of The Book of Mormon as Elder McKinley, for which he was nominated for a Helpmann Award. As a young artist, Brianna trained and performed with Stage Masters and the Young Australian Broadway Chorus and was a grand finalist in the 2010 season of Australias Got Talent for the Seven Network. This is an unbelievable all-star cast the team have assembled for one of my most beloved musicals. Some of Zahrahs favourite roles she has had the privilege to play was Matron Mama Morton (Chicago), Dolores Van Cartier (Sister Act the Musical) and Dragon (Shrek the Musical). In fact, a moment needs to be taken to acknowledge the incredible dancing in the show, choreographed by Kinky Boots Jerry Mitchell. I need to work as hard as I can to be an inspiring artist, so that I can push anyone who has ever doubted themselves.. As a TV Host, presenter and actor, Shanes appearances have been numerous and varied. Hairspray the musical has hit Melbourne's Regent Theatre with some of Australias favourite performers are brushing off their dancing shoes. Carmel is a recent graduate of the Sydney Acting School and has also trained at the Australian Institute of Music. DCE produced the original Mamma Mia! Jayde Kirchert and featured in the Showcase, dir. Her performance as Ado Annie in Oklahoma! won her a Green Room Award. From parking near the Regent Theatre to where to eat, drink and how to get tickets, heres your complete guide to seeing Hairspray live on stage in Melbourne. Image: Jeff Busby. And in what is the ultimate full circle moment, Carmel also played the role of Tracy Turnblad in her high school production ofHairspray, so is very excited to be introducing herself to audiences across Australia with a role so close to her heart! Hairspray starring Shane Jacobson to open in Melbourne at the Regent Theatre 08 February 2022 Welcome To The Sixties, Melbourne! Eli Cooper (he/him) trained at The Victorian College Of The Arts Secondary School (Dance) and with Andrew Hallsworth at Patrick School of the Arts (Musical Theatre). Sign up to unlock our digital magazines and also receive the latest news, events, offers and partner promotions. There is limited street parking along Collins Street and surrounds. Described as one of the best shows of the year (Limelight Magazine) and Indestructible feelgood entertainment (The Age), Hairspray has received five-star reviews and left audiences slack-jawed with awe (The Australian). 14 years later, the musical opened on Broadway, honouring the tradition of casting a male actor in the Edna Turnblad role to honour legendary drag performer Divine, who played Tracys mother in the original movie. Aaron is thrilled to be joining the company of Hairspray Australia. Since graduating from The University of Sydney, Todd has worked steadily in music theatre, often performing in Australian premieres of new work. A graduate of Ballarat University and originally from Morwell, in regional Victoria, Jaz is currently touring in Fame the Musical. Despite a few minor uncomfortable moments when you wonder if the script has been adequately updated with modern sensibilities in mind, issues of race and segregation through the lens of the 1960s are deftly handled, if in a fairly cheesy way. In 2022 she made her professional adult debut In The Whos Tommy With Victorian Opera and is very excited to be part of the cast of Hairspray. In fact, a moment needs to be taken to acknowledge the incredible dancing in the show, choreographed by, Jerry Mitchell. Hairspray is set in the 1960s in Baltimore, where a dance-loving teenager Tracy Turnblad inspires to dance on The Corny Collins Show and craves the attention and love of teen heartthrob Link Larkin. The rich 1960s setting is brimming with creative fervour and is perfectly offset by a politically uneasy Baltimore, the crucible for the countrys racial tensions. Career highlights include national tours of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY (GFO), GEORGY GIRL-THE SEEKERS MUSICAL (World Premiere), CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG (Australian Premiere) ANNIE (Australian National Tour), DOCTOR ZHIVAGO (Australian Premiere), JEKYLL &HYDE (Taiwanese & Korean Tour), THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA: IN CONCERT (Australian Premiere), THE PHANTOM OF THEOPERA (The Really Useful Company/GFO), TITANIC-A NEW MUSICAL (Australian Premiere), DUSTY-THEORIGINAL POP DIVA (World Premiere), SHOUT! Conor made his screen debut in the movie musicalSuddenly,starring in the role ofHarry. Image: Jeff Busby. If you need to hail a taxi, there are taxi bays right out the front of the Regent Theatre. She then went on to complete a further 3 years study at the VCA, receiving her Bachelors in Fine Arts Music Theatre. Stage credits include Mayor Goodway in Paw Patrol Live, Gary Coleman in AVENUE Q, Joanne in RENT, Morgan/Sartra in GODSPELL, Linda/Mama Cass cover in the Australian Premiere of FLOWERCHILDREN The Mamas & the Papas Story. Left - Principal cast of Hairspray the Musical. Big, bold, and comedy gold! Morgan is a proud MEAA member and is beyond thrilled to finally be returning to the stage! I get to work with Rhonda again, Todd the rivalry continues, and Shane Jacobson is just an absolute sensation in the industry and is just hilarious as Edna. Its an amazing cast, whos your favourite to work with from the cast? Media Enquiries| Ticketing Enquiries| Media|Privacy Policy We try our best to provide accurate information on kid-friendly events around Victoria but do recommend parents check details directly to confirm dates, times, prices as some details may be subject to change. If you are planning to take young kids, be mindful the Regent Theatre does not allow prams, pushers, or strollers inside the venue. Thank you for submitting the form. When all her dream become true, its not all perfect. Flawlessly executed and with a level of energy that was simultaneously infectious and tiring to watch (I was out of breath for them), it was only paralleled by the rousing vocal performances, vibrant costuming (by William Ivey Long), sky-high wigs (by Paul Huntley), and world-class scenery (by David Rockwell) that evolved around the actors, rolling in and out subtly with pinpoint precision. At just 23 years of age, Carmel Rodrigues is thrilled to be making her professional musical theatre debut inHairspray. Do you stay true to the source text? Hairspray runs for approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes, including a 20 minute interval. The Regent Theatre is close to many carparks, including Wilson Parking, the Novotel and Little Collins parking lots. Lucy has recently appeared in the 2022 national tour of PAW Patrol Live! All rights reserved 2023 Hairspray The Musical. You can buy Hairspray tickets from the Regent Theatres official ticketing partner, Ticketek. presales and news! Javon King plays an excellent Seaweed, genuinely caring of his Penny, and Sean Johnston is well cast as heartthrob Link. Another option is nearby Chinatown, one of Melbournes famous cultural dining hubs, which is just around the corner from the Regent Theatre. All rights reserved 2023 Hairspray The Musical. HAIRSPRAY. Tonyrepresents the street dance crew Riddim Nation, which he has competed and won numerous dance battles with, he was also an invited performer for Happy Hour curated by Nick Power at Readymade Works Inc. HAIRSPRAY is the romantic comedy of a dance-loving teenage Tracy Turnblad who has one dream: to dance on The Corny Collins Show. Big, bold, and comedy gold! Rob how excited are you to be in the Production or Hairspray? She also has worked closely with Sharon & Christine Muscat of Sister 2 Sister School of Singing over the last eight years as a student and more recently, a member of their teaching staff. 14 years later, the musical opened on Broadway, honouring the tradition of casting a male actor in the Edna Turnblad role to honour legendary drag performer Divine, who played Tracys mother in the original movie. Eli has enjoyed numerous credits across all facets of the entertainment industry, both here and abroad. The feel-good multi-award-winning Broadway show HAIRSPRAY the Musical has opened at the Regent Theatre Melbourne. Tracy isnt afraid to be herself and stand up for what she believes in, , she ventures on a mission to fight for black teens to appear on The Corny Collins Show any day of the week, not just the monthly Negro Day.. Tickets are on sale now via www.hairspraymusical.com.au, Find us on Facebookand Instagram @HairsprayMusicalAU @HairsprayMusical and Twitter @Hairspray_AU. Shane also is a passionate Producer of film, television, and events. Cover (l-r) - Jack Chambers, Trevor Ashley, Jaz Flowers and Grant Piro. Born to parents with Portuguese, Indian and European heritage and raised in Sydneys North Shore, Carmel has always loved performing from a young age and Originally from the sunny Gold Coast, Conor is a singer, dancer and actor who is passionate about performing. When her dream becomes reality, big-haired Tracy falls in love and finds friends in unexpected ways. Hairspray is a romantic comedy set in racially segregated 1960s Baltimore and is based on the dreams of teenager Tracy Turnblad, whose ultimate dream is to sing and dance on The Corny Collins Show. Hairspray is a romantic musical comedy with a clear moral message racial segregation is bad; people should be judged by who they are not by how they look. Its also about dancing to rock beats and rhythm and blues grooves. Acclaimed Director Jack OBrien (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory), and Choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots), lead a Broadway creative team to present Hairspray in Read more. Fan favourite songs are a key feature of Hairspray. Brianna is a Melbourne based actor, singer, dancer and musician and most recently appeared in the national tour of Chess The Musical for Storeyboard Entertainment. Stage credits include Mayor Goodway in Paw Patrol Live, Gary Coleman in AVENUE Q, Joanne in RENT, Morgan/Sartra in GODSPELL, Linda/Mama Cass cover in the Australian Premiere of FLOWERCHILDREN The Mamas & the Papas Story. Asabi is a Brisbane-based performer with over 40 years experience in vocal and stage performance. Donna is an established cabaret performer and has been honoured with 2 Mo Awards for her cabaret work as well as an ACE Award nomination for Versatile Variety Performer. Her recent performing credits include, Chiffon inLittle Shop of Horrors(Court Theatre), Gloria inMadagascar the Musical(GMG Productions NZ) and her highlight performance as Tina Turner in Showtime Australias New Zealand tour of the tribute show,TINA: Simply the Best. Is there anything different about this production from the previous one that we can look forward to? As an author, Shane has penned his best-selling bioThe Long Road to Overnight Successand his exploration of his life as a motoring tragic in his second book,Rev Head. Renee Armstrong's dream to perform in professional music theatre came true in 2009 when she was cast in the Australian production of Wicked . This show won 8 Tony awards and was nominated for a record-breaking 11 Olivier Awards. RACV Members can enjoy a whole new suite of benefits, with exclusive offers to access a range of theatre experiences and events in Melbournes famed East End. In2019 she startedSPEARS ENTERTAINMENTlaunching the company with the successfulEverythings Coming Up Sondheimand latercritically reviewed The Music of the Night, with guest star Debra Byrne. Image: Jeff Busby. TV credits include being the face of the Little Red Car for Coles Car Insurance as well as guest appearances on LOVE ME S2, THE IMBESTIGATORS, 7 TYPES of AMBIGUITY, THE WRONG GIRL S2, FANCY BOYS and PLEASE LIKE ME. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star and she must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob Link Larkin and integrate a TV network all without denting her do! (World Premiere), FALSETTOS (New Theatre), and ROMANCE/ROMANCE (Belvoir Street). Set to Open in Melbourne in August 2022 Some of Australias most-loved performers including Todd McKenney, Rhonda Burchmore, Rob Mills and Asabi Goodman are joining Shane Jacobson, as Edna Turnblad, to star in the upcoming premiere of the Tony Award winning Broadway production of Hairspray, set to open at the Regent Theatre in Please go to the Instagram Feed settings page to create a feed. For people with mobility impairments, or difficulty negotiating steps, its advised to book seating in the Stalls area, as there are several large staircases leading to the Dress Circle. Her professional debut came just last Originally, the movie (which, by the way, was not a musical) saw average box office earnings before it evolved into a cult classic thanks to the fertile ground of the humble video store. You are Loved book aims to reassure kids that they are loved, no matter what. Rob Mills is perfectly cast as croony Corny Collins, successfully scaffolding the breezy character with a backbone of his own. Melbournes latest production of Hairspray is a fairly true recreation of the original musical book, littered with familiar faces from the Australian stage and screen. Mackenzie can be seen as Bobby in the new ABC/Netflix comedy series Why Are You Like This?. Hairspray the Musical returns exclusively to Melbourne April 14 17 (2021) The National Theatre, St Kilda. Menu. Ayanda also performed in 2 Productions of Opera Australias South Pacific as Ngana (2012) alongside her Dad Nhlanhla Phewa Dladla as Seabee Henry & Sister Tamaiah as alternate Ngana, with a return of the season in 2013. HAIRSPRAY is the romantic comedy of dance-loving teenager Tracy Turnblad who has one dream: to dance on The Corny Collins Show. Ayanda Dladla is a Sydney born and raised electric presence that has been performing in the professional musical industry from the young age of 10 years old.She debuted the stage as Molly in Gordon Frosts production of Annie in 2012. Zuleika is a Penrith born, Melbourne based artist, comedian and writer for TV & the stage. This show is recommended for ages 8 and above. We use cookies and other technologies to understand and improve your browsing experience. Tyran Parke. in Hairspray are iconic and loved worldwide and the team have assembled an unbelievably talented and hilarious all-star cast for one of my most beloved musicals, John Frost Producer. You can also watch Hairspray the film and listen to the soundtrack, so that youre ready to sing along with the musical. To God be the glory! During her graduating year she performed in a self-devised project Mongrel, dir. Jamont is groovin into his International touring debut! "Hairspray" hit theaters in July 2007.The musical film starred Nikki Blonsky (Tracy Turnblad), John Travolta (Edna Turnblad), and Zac Efron (Link Larkin).Travolta has done a mix of TV and film roles in the years since, on dramas like "The People v. More items Hairspray addresses racial segregation and discrimination in places like schools, television networks, public transport, the music industry, radio and more. Jason Langley, played the role of Helene in Sweet Charity, dir. Out stepped nine of the principal cast from the upcoming blockbuster, Hairspray the Musical, in full costume. Outside musical theatre, Kristin is an R&B artist under the stage name, KRISTN with the release of her first single,Seasonson all streaming platforms. Madeleine would like to thank her darling parents, Greg and Jo for their constant love and support. With so many strong performances during the night, the chemistry between the cast elevated the show to another level. Joel is a 2015 graduate of the WAAPA Music Theatre course and was a 2018 finalist for the Rob Guest Endowment. some of australias favourite performers are brushing off their dancing feet, including the much-loved shane jacobson, who will star as beloved housewife edna turnblad, alongside the hilarious todd mckenney as wilbur turnblad, rhonda burchmore as the villainous velma von tussle, rob mills as the lovable corny collins, asabi goodman as the She was also a 2016 Rob Guest Semi Finalist. Other credits include: Grease (Doody) and Rustin, which comes to Netflix in 2023. Enormous fun! Anna is a Melbourne-based singer, dancer, actor and most recently appeared in Victorian Operas The Whos Tommy, directed by Roger Hodgman. and looks forward to making her professional debut in Hairspray with thanks to her agent CM Talent. Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon! She most recently performed in Neglected Musicals Brigadoon at the Hayes Theatre Co as Jane Ashton and ensemble. Since then she has been nominated for her roles as Madame Thenardier in Les Miserables, and the Dubbo Housewife in Menopause the Musical. With everything from onion rings, shakes, and the classic cheeseburger, this colourful retro diner will have you feeling like youre on set in Hairspray hanging out with Tracy and her friends. She graduated in 2017 and performed in Chimerica for Sydney Theatre Company directed by Kip Williams. Morgan was then cast in the 2017 Australian premiere of the multiple award-winning musical The Book of Mormon (GFO) as Swing before taking over the role of Elder Harris/Pop Tarts, playing over a thousand performances across Australia and New Zealand until the shows closure in 2020. Shane Jacobson as Edna Turnblad and Todd McKenney as Wilbur Turnblad were playful and hilarious and stole the show. The Regent Theatre is perfectly positioned for you to try several of Melbournes world-class dining options, with nearby Flinders Lane housing favourites like Chin Chin, Coda, and Kisum. All rights reserved 2023 Hairspray The Musical. The Melbourne production of Hairspray stars some loved and familiar stage and screen performers. Producers of the original Tony Award winning Broadway production of Hairspray are thrilled to announce that the beloved production, which is soon to premiere at Melbournes Regent Theatre, will be touring to Adelaide and Sydney from late 2022. The successful filmKennybrought Shane world-wide recognition as well as an AFI Award for best lead actor. Asabi is a proud MEAA member and has served as the Queensland Branch President since 2019. 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