The soul-stirring, war-time rock drama ROLLING THUNDER VIETNAM returns to Perth in just two months as part of its biggest national tour yet. The show received rave reviews from both critics and audiences when it made its world premiere in 2014, and again in 2016 when it last toured. This year, the uplifting stage production will play in 14 cities across Australia throughout April, May and June.
There will be just three shows in WA, playing exclusively at Perth Concert Hall – one on Friday 19 May and two on Saturday 20 May.
2016 season of Rolling Thunder Vietnam
Set during the Vietnam War, Rolling Thunder Vietnam follows country boy and ‘larrikin’ soldier, Johnny, anti-war protestor and Johnny’s faithful girlfriend, Sarah, crusading American marine, Thomas, and newly-conscripted Australian soldier, Andy.
Their incredible story of courage, love and resilience is backed by original war footage and weaved together with generation-defining ‘60s and ‘70s anthems including Fortunate Son, The Letter, Born to be Wild, What’s Going On, We’ve Gotta Get Out of This Place, Killing Me Softly With His Song, Bridge Over Troubled Water and more.
This year’s cast features some incredibly talented stars in the making, including Tom Oliver (Velvet, Marcia Hines Band, Wynnum Fringe) as Johnny, Brittanie Shipway (A Letter for Molly, The Lovers) as Sarah, Jerrod Smith (Heathers, The Lovers) as Thomas and Christian Charisiou (Cry Baby, The Wedding Singer) as Andy.
Theatrical powerhouses Imogen Moore (Frozen the Musical, The Rocky Horror Show, Muriel’s Wedding) and Sam Richardson (Frozen the Musical, Next to Normal) will also play supporting roles.
2016 season of Rolling Thunder Vietnam
Inspired by true stories of Vietnam Veterans and their families, Rolling Thunder Vietnam has been warmly received by Veterans. Former Director of the Australian War Memorial, Dr Brendan Nelson, is a Patron of the 2023 tour.
“The show is magnificent. A story of courage, endurance and love. If you see one show this year, this is the one to experience; you will be entertained, inspired, you will cry, but you will definitely want to see it again and again.” – Dr Brendan Nelson
This year, Rolling Thunder Vietnam will support Soldier On, a not-for-profit organisation which provides support services to Australia’s Defence personnel, contemporary veterans and their families.
Don’t miss Rolling Thunder Vietnam on Friday 19 & Saturday 20 May. Find tickets and more information.
