Chrissy Amphlett’s fierce spirit is set to ignite UMAC stage in World Premiere rock cabaret
Developed by Jacaranda Productions and UMAC, with support from Geelong Arts Centre, Amplified sees Sheridan Harbridge weave her personal experiences with reflections on the icon’s influence and a series of hit songs. Like Australian classics Puberty Blues and Monkey Grip, the complex female experience of a society in flux are part of these impressions. UMAC is part of the University of Melbourne Global, Culture and Engagement
Amplified marks the debut production from Jacaranda Productions, a new venture created by Sarah Goodes and actor and producer Diana Glenn. Jacaranda Productions is dedicated to exploring stories across various mediums – theatre, screen, and interactive experiences – providing ideas with the space and time to develop into their most impactful form for the widest possible audience.
“Diana and I created Jacaranda to offer a new way of working across mediums. We want to give good stories the life they deserve, finding each new work the right team then the right home, whether that be stage, screen or audio,” says Amplified director and co-creator Sarah Goodes.
The presentation of Amplified underscores the mission of UMAC to present, curate, and commission inspiring and entertaining arts experiences. In its first year of operation, UMAC has already welcomed more than 21,000 attendees to its award-winning cultural precinct, collaborating with 13 leading arts organisations.
Amplified: The Exquisite Rock and Rage of Chrissy Amphlett will play at UMAC’s Union Theatre for a strictly limited season as part of RISING, 11-13 June.
Tickets on sale now at www.umac.melbourne.
Performances: 7pm, 11—13 June 2025
Venue: Union Theatre, Arts and Cultural Building, 15 Monash Road, Parkville, The University of Melbourne VIC 3010
Tickets: From $55
Duration: 100 minutes without an interval
Credits
Director and Co-Creator: Sarah Goodes
Performer and Co-Creator: Sheridan Harbridge
Musical Director: Glenn Moorhouse
Photography: Laura Du Vé
