Michael Paynter
The Great Australian Songbook
Sat
11
Sat 11 Jul 8:00 PM
Burnie Arts Centre: Arts Theatre
Wheelchair
Assistance Animals
Allocated Seating
90 Mins
July
Catch the star of the upcoming John Farnham musical in an exclusive solo performance live in Burnie
Fresh from his award-winning, powerhouse performance as Jesus in the critically acclaimed Australian production of Jesus Christ Superstar and recently announced to play the legendary John Farnham in the world-premiere musical Whispering Jack, one of Australia’s finest voices is coming to the live stage.In 2026, Michael Paynter strips back the layers and the volume for an exclusive run of intimate solo shows. The Great Australian Songbook Tour sees the singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist reimagining the nation’s most iconic anthems in a series of special, close-quarters settings across the country.
Known to millions for his soaring vocals on Vision Australia’s Carols by Candlelight and his multi-platinum hit “Love the Fall” (feat. The Veronicas), Paynter is returning to his acoustic roots. This tour marks a new chapter for the performer, moving from the grandeur of the theatrical stage to the raw connection of a solo performance.
Known the world over as a true “singer’s singer”, Paynter is also one of Australia’s most successful songwriters and music producers. He has spent the last two decades collaborating with the giants of the industry, some of whose songs he will be celebrating on the Great Australian Songbook Tour 2026.