The Tiger Lillies

The legendary post-punk, death oompah band and cult cabaret superstars The Tiger Lillies make their long-awaited return to Australia with a new concert celebrating the weird, macabre and those that society has abandoned.

Olivier award-winning and Grammy nominated, The Tiger Lillies have toured the world for over 35 years and released scores of critically acclaimed albums. They have starred in many unforgettable theatre productions from their West End smash Shockheaded Peter to 2025’s A Macbeth Song which ran from three months in Barcelona.

 Armed with songs from their new album, Serenade from the Sewer tells the stories of those on the margins of society, the band will also perform fan favourites from their long and illustrious career.

This concert is very autobiographical in content. Martyn Jacques spent the 80’s living in Soho, London.

He writes “It was very different back then. Before it was gentrified. Gangsters, prostitutes, show girls, drugs dealers, thieves, eccentrics, artists, drag bars and dive bars. It was colourful. Every night you ended up talking to different characters in this underworld pageant. So, when it came to writing songs about all the people, I knew I had a rich and varied source for inspiration. Some of the stories are tragic some shocking or strange but together they are a fitting Serenade from the Sewer.”

With an international reputation for being one of the foremost avant-garde bands in the world, The Tiger Lillies never ceases to surprise, shock, and entertain with their inimitable musical style, conjuring up the macabre magic of pre-war Berlin and fusing it with the savage edge of punk. 

‘One of the most unique and subversive acts in contemporary performance’. The New York Times

Duration: 1 x 90min set 

Content warning: Adult themes and language, suitable for ages 16+.

TICKETING INFO 

Please have a digital or printed copy of your ticket ready on arrival along with a valid photo ID. Acceptable ID includes a current and valid Australian Photo Drivers Licence, State Approved ‘Proof of Age’ card or Passport.

The Brunswick Ballroom strives to improve our practices when it comes to sustainability and to reduce our carbon footprint. We don’t sell or provide plastic water bottles.

VENUE INFO 

THE BALLROOM MENU
The kitchen will be serving The Ballroom Menu for this show.
You can view the delicious offerings available by clicking here.

ACCESSIBILITY
The Brunswick Ballroom is Accessible.
The Brunswick Ballroom has made significant improvements to accessibility by installing an Acorn Chairlift. (Model: New Acorn Indoor 180 Curved Stairlift.)

Companion Tickets Accepted
Accessible Seating can be purchased by entering this code before selecting your tickets: BBACCESS25
Accessible Seating ensures a reserved seat for both you and your companion.
Premium Accessible Seating ensures a reserved table and includes one complimentary meal for both you and your companion from the Selfish section of our menu.
Companion tickets must be valid and will be checked upon entry into the venue.

VENUE FAQS
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