Our second heat kicked off at Geebung RSL with a very talented range of acts. New performers and some familiar favourites provided a great afternoon of entertainment. The series also had it’s first tie for the year.
Barbara Tyrrell is a Senior Superstar stalwart having been placed previously in the series including 3rd in 2009 and second last year. She showed why she has been so successful when she presented her version of the Patsy Cline classic “Crazy”.
Whether is was his birthday spirit that gave him the competitive edge is anyone’s guess but in front of a supportive family, Jim Hodgson of Zillmere took to the stage securing him a place in the semi final singing Dean Martin’s “Everybody Loves Somebody”.
Performing at his home club, Jim Ryan, who is also a board member of Geebung-Zillmere RSL, was a runaway winner and was also awarded People’s Choice. His captivating version of the Elvis hit “You Gave Me a Mountain” had the crowd rapt and wanting more. It would seem all those years singing in the cab of his truck and now finally realising his true vocal talents have paid off.
Everybody’s favourite Brisbane Whistler, Richard Wade whistled his way trough to the semis accompanied by Mary on piano and backed by the crowd singing along to his Irish medley of songs.
We’ll be seeing all these acts return to the Semi Final at Broncos Leagues Club on Sunday 7 August at 1.30pm.

The bar has been set as the first of six Senior Superstar heats got underway at Norths Leagues Club. In front of an exuberant audience of 200 plus, the contestants presented a variety of songs from Johnny Cash to Opera, the heat had it all. Finalists chosen were Barbara Gaygan with her excerpt from Tosca “Vissi Darte”. Second finalist was Senior Superstar regular, Joy Darmody singing the Rolf Harris hit “Jake the Peg” complete with an extra leg. Alan Smith’s laid back style eased him into the semis accompanying himself on guitar with his version of the George Burns classic “I Wish I Was 18 Again”. People’s Choice winner dubbed the pocket rocket was Ruth Stanbury. Ruth won the audience over with her performance of Al Jolson’s “After You’ve Gone”. All go through to the semi-final at the Broncos Leagues Club on Sunday 7 August.
Our second heat is on Sunday 3 July 2pm, at Geebung-Zillmere RSL. So come along and enjoy a great afternoon of entertainment.

Well we had a great day at the Cascade Court, QPAC for the Senior Superstar Auditions. It was great to see some familiar acts returning and we welcomed some new talented seniors too. Over 300 people attended eager to see who would enter the series. 48 acts (61 people) auditioned including 4 seniors who were over 90. Once again singers dominated with opera, Broadway, pop, swing, jazz, country all well represented. Elvis was even in the building, resplendent in his blue jumpsuit.We also had harmonica players, pianists, ukulele players, poets and even the Cloggers. The auditions had it all except the the elusive magician and ventriloquist! If you still want to enter, it’s not too late. Just contact us or ring Bec Stephens directly on 0401 743 047. We will be accepting registrations until the 14 June. So come on and be a Senior Superstar.

We are very excited to be partnering with the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) for auditions and Grand Final. This year the Brisbane auditions will be held at the Cascade Court at QPAC South Bank on Saturday 14 May. Registration commences from 9am with auditions concluding at 1pm. If you are 55 plus and live in the Brisbane City Council region you are encouraged to enter. Entry forms are available here. If you would like further information contact us on this site or you can call Bec on 0401 743 047. If you are unsure about performing or just want to come along, you are welcome to be a part of the audience. Entry is free and there will be some great prizes to win just for attending the auditions. We’ll also have special guest performances from previous Senior Superstar winners, Glad Graveson, Darcy Turgeon and current Senior Superstar Michael Burke. It’s going to be a great day and we would love to see you there.
Senior Superstar Auditions
Cascade Court
QPAC
South Bank
9am-1pm
Download the 2011 entry form or pick one up at QPAC, council ward offices and libraries.

Join us for a special free lunchtime concert with past Senior Superstar winners and some favourites. Our current winner Michael Burke will perform as will 2009 winner and groover Darcy Turgeon and the super talented Glad Graveson, winner of the 2007 series. They will be joined by the Get Rhythm Dance Team and the wonderful Barbara Tyrrell. Host Ian Maurice will be joined by myself, Pauline Bell. So come along for a great afternoon of entertainment.
Best of Senior Superstars
Tuesday 29 March
12 noon
Queen Street Mall Stage
Queen Street
Brisbane
FREE

The Grand Final for Senior Superstar Sunshine Coast 2010 saw over 700 eager audience members attending to be a part and to see who would become this years winner. Caloundra RSL opened its doors and auditorium for this special occasion. Judges and audiences were wowed with performances from 12 acts including tap dancers, singers from every genre and musicians. Finding a winner was extremely difficult with a points being so close that a tie for second place occurred.
The winner of Senior Superstar Sunshine Coast 2010 was Jenny Wood. This was Jenny’s fourth year at Senior Superstar and she chose the hit song from he musical Evita, “Don’t Cry For Me Argentina”. Jenny amazed the audience with her “perfect pitch” performance of the song.
For the first time there was a tie for second place.
Lindsay Hope was inspired to sing a song his 95-year-old father sung to him called “Two Hundred Year Old Alcoholic”. Lindsay had the audience captivated and amused with his song. The chorus rung true to seniors “It’s never too late to start living, to get out and have some fun. The sun will be just as shining in the morning as the first day the world begun.”
Tying was Kathleen Godwin. Kathleen’s version of the Patsy Cline hit “ Just a Closer Walk With Thee” had judges and audiences amazed at her melodic and powerful voice.
In third place was the Sunshine Coast’s Elvis, Tom Doyle. Tom followed up his heat winning Elvis performance with “Suspicious Minds”
Special guest judge, John Wood commented on the high standard and the great afternoon of entertainment these seniors provided.
Jenny Wood will now be heading off on a Longreach adventure for two compliments of Queensland Rail.
Thanks to everyone who participated in Senior Superstar, we hope to see you all again next year. Also special thanks to our sponsors, Sunshine Coast Council, Living Choice, The Public Trustee, Sunshine FM, Queensland Rail, Sunshine Coast Daily and Channel 7.

Senior Superstar Sunshine Coast is gearing up for an amazing Grand Final. The range and standard of talent that have made it through promises to be a great afternoon of free entertainment.12 acts including singers, dancers, musicians are busy preparing to battle it out to become the Sunshine Coast Senior Superstar for 2010.
Judges for the Grand Final are QPAC Producer Paul Dellit, Tenor Gregory Moore, Soprano and Comedian Judy Glenn.Special Guest for the final compliments of Living Choice is actor, stage performer and Gold Logie winner John Wood.
The following talented Seniors will be performing:
The Tap Katz – Gwen Richardson from Sippy Downs and Betty Eales, 79 from Warana tapped their way into the judges and audiences hearts in their heat at Noosa. The girls have been working on a new routine and dazzling costumes for their Grand Final appearance.

Marilyn Jones from Wurtulla sings and plays keyboard. Marilyn was successful at Noosa with her version of the Dolly Parton hit Jolene.

Trevor Mitchell , 67 from Mooloolaba. Is no stranger to Senior Superstar, a finalist for two years running, Trevor is hoping it’s third time lucky.

Jenny Wood,a resident of Living Choice at Kawana Island loves to sing and has a particular fondness for Broadway shows by Andrew Lloyd Webber.

Husband and wife team Neville and Leslie Barnett from Currimundi. Both in their eighties, this dynamic duo had the crowd singing a long to their act and enjoying every moment.

Tom Doyle, 72 from Moffat Beach wooed the ladies with his version of Elvis’ “One Night With You”. Tom loves to sing a range of songs, besides Elvis he loves to sing Robbie Williams.

The Allez Katz – Aileen, Inez, Peggy, Narelle and Hazel. Aged 69 to 80 these ladies prove your never too old to stop dancing. With fine moves and great legs to match the ladies also tap with the Tap Katz. So it’s a case of mates against mates and taps against taps!

Manhattan Swing – Rob Park and Brian James, 76 both from Currimundi love to play music on saxophone and guitar and they love to swing! The boys presented a medley of swing music. They’ll return in the Grand Final with a medley of movie tunes.

Lizz Phillips, 65 from Yandina had audiences singing and clapping along at Nambour with her version of “Personality”. Lizz was shocked and very excited to have made it through to the final.

Lindsay Hope, 64 from Alexandra Headland sings, plays guitar and the harmonica, all in one act! Not only that but the songs he chooses are great stories presented by a great storyteller.

Kathleen Godwin, 62 from Buderim secretly performed at the Maroochy RSL. She was so nervous that she may “mess up” that she didn’t let any of her family or friends know that she entered. She needn’t have worried. Her version of “Just A Closer Walk To Thee” had the crowd captivated by her powerful vocals. She has now contacted her family and friends who will be at the final to cheer her on.

David Bailey, 73 from Nambour won the People’s Choice award. David is Nambour’s answer to Frank Sinatra adding his own special twist to crooner’s classics.

The winning act of Senior Superstar will receive an 8 day Longreach Freedom Package for 2 compliments of Queensland Rail.
The People’s Choice prize of a 1770 Beach Escape on the Tilt Train will also be drawn.
We will also have 2 lucky door prizes of $100 Queensland Rail travel vouchers to give away just for coming along!
So don’t miss out.
Senior Superstar Sunshine Coast
Grand Final
Saturday 20 November
2pm (doors open 1pm)
Caloundra RSL
19 West Terrace
Caloundra
Admission FREE!

The third and final heat of Senior Superstar Sunshine Coast was a huge affair with a crowd of 250 plus coming along to see who would make it to the finals.
It was one of the toughest heats yet with 10 talented acts giving the judges a tough job to score on the top 3 acts. So tough in fact that a tie occurred.
The two acts that tied were the musical Manhattan Swing who played a swinging medley on sax and guitar, tappers Allez Katz kept their feet in sync with some great tapping moves to “Hard Days Night”.
Lizz Phillips sung “Personality” and had enough of it to reach the finals.
She will be joined by Lindsay Hope who sung an amusing Irish tune called “ Two Hundred Year Old Alcoholic” Lindsay not only sung but played guitar and harmonica as well.
The People’s Choice went to Nambour’s own Frank Sinatra – David Bailey. David crooned into the final with his version of “For Once In My Life”.
All will return for the Grand Final on Saturday 20 November 2pm at Caloundra RSL.

The second heat for Senior Superstar Sunshine Coast held at Maroochy RSL was full of amazing talent which made the judges decision so hard, that there was a three way tie! Over 200 people came to support the seniors and see who would go through to the Grand Final.
Kathleen Godwin from Buderim suppressed her nerves, captivated the audience and channelled Patsy Cline when she sung “Just a Closer Walk With Thee”.
The Golden Oldies - Neville and Leslie Barnett both in their 80’s looked the part dressed in their Pearly King and Queen outfits, sung a great medley of British Pub songs that had the whole audience singing along.

The three-way tie went to:
Tom Doyle who made his own take on the Elvis Presley classic “One Night With You”. Tom swivelled his hip and even had women screaming for him in the audience.
Jenny Wood from Kawana Island presented a stirring version of “Don’t Cry for Me Argentina” earned her not only a place in the Grand Final but the People’s Choice award.
George Stewart, 84 sung a George Formby classic, “Leaning on a Lamp post”. George accompanied himself on his Ukulele and had the whole audience clapping along.

We’ll be seeing these talented seniors at the Grand Final on Saturday 20 November at Caloundra RSL.

The first heat of the Sunshine Coast Senior Superstar at the Noosa Tewantin RSL kicked off in great style with the talented seniors providing a great afternoon of entertainment for over 150 people in the audience.
Singers performed songs a range of songs from Mario Lanza, Ray Charles, My Fair Lady, Frank Sinatra, Kris Kristofferson and Dolly Parton.
Three finalists were chosen to go through to the Grand Final.
Trevor Mitchell’s version of “Fly Me To The Moon” was super smooth and swinging enough to earn him a place in the final.
Marilyn Jones from Wurtulla put her own spin to the Dolly Parton hit “Jolene” on keyboard and vocals.
The shimmering outfits and fine footwork of The Tap Katz made them one of the crowd’s favourites with the audience cheering them on. The girls, Betty and Gwen are through to the Grand Final.
Our first People’s Choice went to Frank Parker. Frank sung a fun loving version (complete with a strip of words in his hands) of the Ray Charles hit “Tell Me What I Say”. Frank is also on his way to the Grand Final.

Next heat is on Saturday 30 October at the Maroochy RSL.