Press release
‘Give It A Girl’ - 2009
SKYCITY Auckland is proud to present a rare opportunity to celebrate some of New Zealand’s most successful singer/songwriters whose voices and songs have impacted the history of New Zealand music. Top New Zealand artists Margaret Urlich, Sharon O’Neill, Debbie Harwood, Annie Crummer, Shona Laing, Julia Deans and new talent Lisa Crawley are coming together in September for ‘Give It A Girl’ at SKYCITY Theatre.
"Give It A Girl" brings together the amazing talents of these women on one stage at one time for a night packed with classic hits including ‘Glad I’m Not a Kennedy’ Shona Laing, ‘Escaping’ Margaret Urlich, ‘See What Love Can Do’ Annie Crummer, ‘Maxine’ Sharon O’Neill plus the current singles and songwriting of these enduring and remarkable women. A two-hour show with a full six-piece band featuring the talents of Alan Mansfield – acclaimed producer and keyboard player for Dragon, Robert Palmer, Bette Midler, Pat Benetar and Doc Neeson. The six shows, from 2nd – 5th September at the Auckland SKYCITY Theatre are expected to sell-out.
One of the featured artists, Debbie Harwood is helping bring the show to Auckland, “I have taken it upon myself to put these talented women together so they can perform their iconic songs to the people of New Zealand. This is a unique opportunity and I can’t wait!”
Kevin Clayton, SKYCITY Group General Manager Marketing and Events is expecting a sell-out series, “This calibre of artists taking to the stage together is a rare treat for New Zealanders. SKYCITY are pleased to be presenting the show and bringing to Auckland the very best in popular entertainment. These women are New Zealand’s musical icons and we look forward to celebrating their work. We suggest customers book early to avoid disappointment.”
Tickets are $65.00 and are on sale now from Ticketek NZ. For more info please see Sharons LIVE page.
You can also visit the official website: www.giveitagirl.com
