TINA - A Tropical Love Story

20 Feb 2026 - Town Hall

Presented by The Pig & Tinder Box

Written, Directed and Co-Produced by Ben Graetz

The sultry heat of the tropics meets the electrifying energy of a cultural icon!

In 1993, in the sweltering Darwin Amphitheatre, a young First Nations boy found himself swept away by the legendary Tina Turner. That life-changing evening would spark a journey of self-discovery and transformation.

Blending storytelling, cabaret, and drag, TINA — A Tropical Love Story is a heartfelt tribute to the indomitable spirit of the rock icon. Enter the enchanting realm of First Nations drag performer Miss Ellaneous (AKA Ben Graetz), who shares deeply personal tales of growing up in Darwin and the profound impact of the Queen of rock ‘n’ roll.

★★★★★ “Breaking the well-worn mould of the tribute show, this dazzling production excels in its capacity to create joy.” ArtsHub

This dazzling celebration of Darwin, drag, and Tina Turner is written, performed and directed by Graetz with special performances from the local Tamworth performance arts scene.

Grab your friends and come along to the Tamworth Town Hall in your tropical colours and enjoy our cabaret seating style – The Laneway Bar will be open from 6:30pm for you to relax with friends before the show and the Town Hall Bar will be open during the show with cool drinks and cheese boxes available for purchase.

CHOREOGRAPHER:

Sani Townson

Recommended Age: 15+

The project is supported by BRG Production and Artback NT.

This production contains adult themes, strobe, smoke and haze.

Start your theatre experience with a sumptuous 3 Course Meal at Deco Wine Bar & Restaurant.

If the Dinner or lunch is available in conjunction with the show you are seeing then the Dinner Deal will pop up during your online sales transaction.

Deco Dinner as an add on to your show ticket goes off sale the morning of the performance for weekday shows and off sale on Friday mornings for the weekend events.

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When

Friday 20 February 2026 at 07:30PM

Pricing

GP Price	General Public	Mem	Sub	Add Sub
*Preview	$40.00
Adult	$50.00	$44.00	$44.00	$48.00
Pen/Sen/Tertiary	$45.00	$42.00	$42.00	$43.00
School Student	$32.00	$27.00	$27.00	$30.00
Groups 8+	$44.00
Schools 10 + 1 comp per 10 where applicable	$22.00

Ticket price includes booking fee, and GST.
A transaction fee of $2.85 (internet) or $3.85 (in person) or $4.85 (phone) will also apply.

Event Info

SHOW TIMES: (All times are approximate and open to change)
Doors Open: 1 hour prior to performance

Laneway Bar open: 1 hour prior to performance

Start time: 7:30pm
Interval: No

Performance Run Time: 1 hour
Food Available: Candy Bar

Bar Facilities: Yes
Merchandise Sales: TBA
Artist Signings: TBA
Fogger/Hazer/Smoke Machine/Strobe: Yes
Age limitations applicable: Recommended Age 15+

Max age for lap sitting: Under 2yrs sit on lap free
Language/Nudity/Violence: Adult Themes

Will there be screens available at the show: No

Are Photographic or recording devices permitted inside the venue: Phone only - no flash

Print at home tickets available? Yes

Online purchase limit: No limit
Companion cards accepted? Yes

Special needs bookings can be made over the phone on (02) 6767 5200

Important Terms & Conditions of sale:

No refunds, no exchanges

The right is reserved to vary, substitute or withdraw advertised programs, artists, venue or seating arrangements as necessary.

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