Catherine Summers – All About Ella
The Ellington’s 17th Birthday
Event Start Date & TIme: March 7, 2026 12:00
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| Seated General Entry | 82 | $40.00 | ||
| Seated Student Entry | 10 | $35.00 | ||
| Seated Duke/Duchess | 4 | $0.00 |
Doors 12pm
Show 1pm
The Ellington’s 17th Birthday Celebrations
6th – 8th March 2026
Step into the golden era of jazz with a heartfelt tribute to the First Lady of Song, Ella Fitzgerald.
Described as “Perth’s premier jazz vocalist” by PerthNow, Catherine Summers, joined by a swinging 5-piece band, brings Ella Fitzgerald’s timeless music to life. From her charming nursery-rhyme breakthrough and early swing hits to iconic selections from the Duke Ellington, Irving Berlin and Cole Porter songbooks, this show overflows with joy, rhythm and irresistible swing!
Between toe-tapping favourites, Catherine weaves in intimate and inspiring stories from Ella’s extraordinary life, her tough beginnings on the streets of Harlem, her deep shyness, a pivotal act of support from Marilyn Monroe, and her remarkable rise to becoming one of the most celebrated voices in music history and the first African-American woman to win a Grammy.
You’ll hear exuberant swing classics like I Got Rhythm, Cheek to Cheek, It Don’t Mean, beloved favourites such as, The Lady Is a Tramp, I’ve Got You Under My Skin, Mack the Knife and beautiful classics such as Dream a Little Dream, Summertime and Fly Me to the Moon.
Spirited, stylish and deeply musical, All About Ella is a warm and uplifting evening of jazz history, a relentless pursuit of excellence and trail blazing greatness, a celebration of a woman whose voice, resilience and artistry changed music forever.
“The quality that sets her apart from other singers is that people of all ages feel ‘instantly familiar’ with her and soak up her banter and on-stage charisma.” ★★★★★ Steven Shaw / The Music Review
“The ever-reliable Summers displays her lovely intonation and impeccable phrasing with panache – and she looks dressed to thrill.” ★★★★★ Australian Stage
“We talk about Catherine Summers off-air, and both feel the same way about her talent! Apart from accurate pitch and beautifully controlled vibrato, she has the style and maturity to carry off the Great American Songbook compositions – just like her US idols.” ★★★★★ Ann Bolton & Ken Turnbull, Jazz Life Main FM 94.9 Victoria
Visit catherinesummers.com.au for more information.
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