After a sold-out tour in three Australian capital cities, Oracle returns to Melbourne for a new season at the Athenaeum Theatre from July 14-30.
Since the beginning of time, humankind, gods and goddesses alike, have all looked up to the stars in an attempt to draw meaning from the Universe.
In doing so, prophecies, myths and tales have been told; tales of monsters, mermaids and other mythical creatures.
Of powerful goddesses, and vengeful gods, of heroes and beautiful maidens. Tales of a decadent time, of love and lust, of bravery and sacrifice. Tales and legends that birthed the star constellations of the Zodiac signs we know today.
Delivering these prophecies and myths, a maiden – a warrior, a saviour and an empathy, a beauty robbed of sight but blessed with vision. The voice of the gods, the light in the dark. She is Oracle, performed by The Voice and The X Factor contestant, Jazmin Varlet.
Oracle will guide audiences through the 12 zodiac myths, explored thematically through live vocals, circus acts, aerials, burlesque numbers, interlaced with ballet, contemporary and commercial dance.
Oracle presents specialty acts and choreography set to a soundtrack of classic anthems, hit songs, ballads, covers and cinematic masterpieces. The handmade costumes pay homage to some of the biggest names of the fashion world.
Oracle creator Bass Fam says, “It is nothing short of a miracle that we have reached this point. This show was set to be performed in July/August 2020 but we had to cancel due to the pandemic. We had to recast and re-audition and find a new venue. And then cancel and postpone auditions due to lockdowns – it has been quite the journey. And now we have a stunning cast of 18 performers from all around Australia, performing tales of zodiac mythology that have inspired me from a young age.”
Venue: Athenaeum Theatre, 188 Collins St, Melbourne
Season: July 14-30
Performance times: Wed-Sat 7.30pm, Sun 5.30pm, Sat matinee 2.30pm
Price: Tickets from $79 (transaction fees apply)
Bookings: Ticketek.com.au or 132 849

• Cheryl Threadgold