Gladys The Musical Affair
The woman who saved Australia but couldn't save herself.
The team behind the satirical "Gladys" videos during Covid present a new musical comedy about Gladys Berejiklian.
A crack team of four multi-instrumentalists and actors takes you through the early life of Ms Perfect, from her flawless leadership through two disasters, until her biggest disaster: Dodgy Daryl from Wagga Wagga.
With music and lyrics by ABC Radio's Nick Rheinberger (formerly of Dubbo High) and Tia Wilson who stars as Gladys in several colourful blazers. It's got big rock numbers, epic ballads, Armenian matchmaking, tap dancing and even more musical press conferences.
With its ironic title, its clever narrative, a score blending diverse genres of music, and featuring good musicianship, this show was a clear winner. - David Kary, Sydney Arts Guide.
Cast & Creatives
Tia Wilson - Gladys Berejiklian - Accordion, castanets, bass.
Nick Rheinberger - Daryl Maguire, Brad Hazzard, Armenian suitors - Guitar, bouzouki, banjo.
Mel Wishart - Kerry Chant, Mum, Ruth McColl - Clarinet, sax, bass.
Rob Laurie - Shane Fitsimmons, Dad, Scott Robertson - Keys, drums, bass, banjo, accordion.
Jake Cupitt and Nick McLaren - Voiceovers.
Music and lyrics by Nick Rheinberger
Script and production by Rheinberger and Wilson
Directed by Tia Wilson and Anne-Louise Rentell