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Yes, Stars in Your Eyes is back and with an all-new look! Wānaka’s longest-running local music show returns to the Lake Wānaka Centre from Wednesday, 24 to Saturday, 27 September. With thirty seasons behind it, Stars in Your Eyes showcases a diverse range of exceptional local talent, with proceeds supporting music education in the Upper Clutha region, making it a feel-good event in more ways than one. As always, there is something for everyone, with songs ranging from classic love, to rock, country, pop and show anthems from soloists, duos, trios and bands - not to mention an epic grand finale with everyone on stage. There are lots of fresh faces amongst the stars, the band and not least the creative team. This season
welcomes new director Anna Shaw, who brings a wealth of experience and fresh creative vision to the stage. Alongside her is a dynamic mix of new and returning talent and an all-star house band: Aaron Hosking (bass), Chris Tubb (guitar), Marco Bjorck (guest sax), David Baker (keys), Cassie Donald and Janet Dolan (backing vocals), and Rick Shaw (guitar). Not pictured are Gavin Lang (drums), Johanna Hansen (backing vocals), and of course another twenty-one stars, including many new faces whose identities remain a closely guarded secret. There might also be another guest musician or two - you’ll have to wait and see.
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This year’s show will be on stage 24 to 27 September at the Lake Wānaka Centre. You know tickets will sell out quickly, so jump online to book now: www.wanakastars.org/tickets
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