Amazing Greys 2026
Tracks Dance Studio - Darwin City
Sunday, March 15, 2026, 2 pm and 4 pm
$20 ticket, $25 Arts Lover Ticket
The Grey Panthers Cabaret showcases an extraordinary ensemble of 35 lively dancers hailing from the vibrant communities of Darwin, outer Darwin, and the picturesque Coomalie regions. These remarkable performers, all in their 60s and beyond, radiate an infectious zest for life. In a spirited act of enthusiasm, the Coomalie group even commandeered a bus to join their partners in this jubilant dance celebration—a testament to their unwavering commitment to sharing joy through movement.
With elegance, fervour, and a tapestry of life experiences, these talented individuals transform the stage into a canvas of emotion and storytelling. Every performance is a celebration of creativity and vitality, artfully blending lively choreography with poignant narratives that strike a chord with audiences of all ages.
Every dance tells a tale, and every step reflects our enduring spirit. Witness the magic as they entertain and remind us that it's never too late to dance! Come and witness the enchanting performances, as they remind us that the rhythm of life knows no age, and it’s never too late to take the stage and dance!
Our dancers are from Darwin, Palmerston, Virginia, Humpty Doo, Noonamah and the Coomalie region.
Our repertoire has been drawn from over three decades of dancing together.
Scenario
• Preshow Stories – Early Dance Memories
• Acknowledgement Of Country
• Spice Girls. Choreography Sarah Calver. Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to The Amazing Greys, who are about to spice up your life!
• Ain‘t No Mountain High Enough. Choreography Kelly Beneforti. We all know the highs and lows of life - these Amazing Greys have nailed it with Ain’t No Mountain.
• Abba Stories: Marian, Janine, Francess, Nikki
• Abba Medley. Chorography Julia Quinn. You’ll all know this one and feel free to sing along to Abba.
• The Wonder Of You Signature Dance - Choreography Darryl Butler And The Coomalie Chapter. Let our rural chapter show you some of the things that are most important to them
• Story: I Came To Dance Later In Life - Darryl Butler
• Ballin' The Jack - Choreography David McMicken. Here are two cool cats with Panache…
• Guitare Bambu. Choreography Darryl Butler. This lyrical work shows us a gentler side
• Story - Roy Orbison Is My Brother. Ellen Hankin
• Burning Love. Choreography Darryl Butler
• Story. We Kept Dancing, Even Though The Music Stopped - Janine Sutter
• Whatever Lola Wants. Choreography David McMicken. Siren alert! Ladies, hold on to your man - Lola has arrived.
• Who Can Remember Sweet November? Choreography Joanna Noonan. Ladies and gentlemen, let our goddesses lull you into a state of euphoria
• Story. I Remember Sinatra - Nikki Charlesworth-Canning
• Sinatra Medley. Choreography David McMicken, Julia Quinn. He makes you feel young, whether here or in New York
• Fever. Choreography Julia Quinn. You thought it was hot outside! This dance will raise your temperature. Call the doctor!
• Grey Panther Stories
• David Bowie Medley. Choreography Jess Devereux. Unstrap your seatbelt, you are going to head out of this world, into the stars and release your inner rebellious wild side.
• Dancing In The Streets. Choreography David McMicken. Put on your dancing shoes and come with us
• 60 Shades Of Grey- Curtain Call. We are all Super-Models
Cast
Anita Bowman, Anne-Marie Parnaby, Clare Heath, Connie Vlastuin, Darryl Butler, David McMicken, Di Koser, Ellen Hankin, Elsa Gibbons, Francess Perrett, Jacinta Chartres, Janine Sutter, Jennifer Howsen, Jo-Anne Blaine, Katrina Harding, Lillian Mann, Lyn Minchin, Mara Dobrini, Marg Lee, Margaret Couper, Maria Vlastuin, Marian Patterson, Marjan LeFaucheur, Nan Gillies, Natina Demetriou, Nikki Charlesworth-Canning, Pat Simmonds, Richard Luxton, Sue Mornane
Creative Staff
Artistic Director - David McMicken
Storyteller Wrangler - Alyson Evans
Maestro and Additional Sound Production - James Mangohig
Choreographers: Sarah Calver, Julia Quinn, Kelly Beneforti, David McMicken, Jess Devereux, Darryl Butler
Technical Staff
Production Management, Lighting, Documentation - Duane Preston
Sound Operation - James Mangohig
Management and Administration
Company Management - Sean Pardy
Administration - Jocelyn Tribe/ Ciella Williams
Poster Design, Marketing and Promotions - Jocelyn Tribe
Programme Design, Front of House - Ciella Williams
Tracks 2026
Staff: Artistic Director: David McMicken. Artistic Leadership Team: Rachael Wallis, James Mangohig, Jenelle Saunders, Kelly Beneforti, and Alyson Evans. Company Director: Sean Pardy. Production Manager: Duane Preston. Administrator: Ciella Williams. Bookkeeper: It Figures. Auditors: AMW Audit
Committee Members: Chairperson: David Taylor. Treasurer: Glenn Bernardin. Ordinary Members: Andrea Wicking, Anna Lindsay, Claudia Lee, Lachlan Peattie, Max Stretton, Rachael Wallis, Sarah Rennie, Venaska Cheliah. Ex-Officio: David McMicken, Sean Pardy
Warlpiri Advisor: Wanta Jampijinpa Patrick
