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Article: Paying Tribute to Tina Turner One Year After Her Passing - QPAC

 

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Marking the one-year anniversary of Tina Turner’s passing, the Nine Network will tomorrow night nationally broadcast “TINA”, the revealing and intimate documentary of the story of her life.

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Rich in archival footage spanning 60 years, “TINA” includes interviews with Angela Bassett; Oprah Winfrey; journalist Kurt Loder who co-authored I, Tina which inspired the feature film; playwright Katori Hall, who scribed TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, and Tina’s husband and former record executive Erwin Bach.

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Also in tribute, producers of the smash hit musical TINA – The Tina Turner Musical around the world will acknowledge Turner’s extraordinary contribution, dedicating performances on the 24th May in her memory, ensuring her inspirational story and iconic music continue to live on.

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One of the world’s best-selling artists of all time, Tina Turner won 12 Grammy Awards and her live shows were seen by millions, with more concert tickets sold than any other solo performer in music history. 

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Australian audiences can experience TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, touring nationally and playing in Adelaide at the Festival Centre, until May 31, before arriving at QPAC in Brisbane.

 

Tickets for all cities are on sale now! Visit www.tinathemusical.com.au for ticket information.

 

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