If you have a penchant for astrology, ancient myths, titillating burlesque antics and death-defying circus tricks – this is the show for you.
Following sell-out seasons in Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide as well as a debut Sydney season at the Sydney Opera House in August 2022, Oracle brings its intoxicating magic back to the Emerald City with a run at the Roslyn Packer Theatre (June 29 to July 8, 2023).
If your sexual awakening involved the cast of The Mummy movies, this will definitely be up your street...
An intoxicating spectacle, Oracle guides you through the 12 zodiac myths, explored thematically through live vocals, world class circus acts, mesmerising aerials and steamy burlesque numbers, interlaced with ballet and contemporary dance. The world-class cast of 18 diverse and talented performers are dressed in elaborately embellished handmade costumes that pay homage to some of the biggest names of the fashion world, all designed to celebrate the gorgeous variety of the human form. They perform stunts on specially made apparatuses – including a giant oscillating hourglass and an untethered pole dancing routine.
Your guide through these prophecies and myths is a maiden – a warrior, a saviour and an empath. A beauty robbed of sight but blessed with vision, she is Oracle, played with a hauntingly beautiful presence and a powerful vocal range to match by Jazmin Varlet (The Voice, The X Factor).
Show creator Bass Fam (Matador and Mansion) draws on his own Egyptian heritage in the inspiration for Oracle, interweaving other ancient myths that have inspired him from a young age.
The epic soundtrack to the evening draws on classic anthems, hit songs, ballads, covers and cinematic masterpieces that will transport you from the Roman arena to the club via the likes of Lady Gaga and Adele.
Fans and followers of the burlesque scene will recognise the electric presences of Rhys Lightning (seen here splashing about in a top-shelf bird bath routine) and Bettie Bombshell (whipping up a voluptuous fiery frenzy and some whip-crackin’ fun) in addition to some seriously skilled variety performers.
If your sexual awakening involved the cast of The Mummy movies, this will definitely be up your street. Oracle is a stunning standard for spectacle that will set your senses alight.
Check out our video from the Sydney premiere at the Sydney Opera House:
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