After Birth
"An Artist who has it all, Robertson stands out from the ruck for her artistry, versatility and sheer talent bursting at the seams.
She is a class act." - The Age.
Once again, Robertson fearlessly submits her personal life for analysis as she sets sail on a humorous, poignant navigation of parenthood and the nature of love. Offering meditations on the modern family struggles of pandemic kid-wrangling; relationship maintenance; self-care; the limits of hospitality and the boundless capacity of the human heart, Robertson’s inimitable wit and wisdom provide the perfect counterpoint to her extraordinary curation of vocal repertoire.
Robertson shines as interpreter of a genre-bending patchwork of song, spanning old and new worlds of Broadway, opera, cabaret and art song. Sharing her consummate instrument - rich in emotion, flush with colour and sparkling with agility - Robertson’s gilded voice reaches deep into your soul and plucks at your heartstrings. Her breathtaking capacity to translate music in the most profound way is a treat for the senses, leading the audience along a musical journey at once tender and exhilarating.
Past Productions:
Melbourne Recital Hall / The Potato Shed / McClelland Sculpture Park and Art Gallery Music Series / Port Fairy Spring Music Festival / Chapel off Chapel as part of The Melbourne Cabaret Showcase
Future Productions:
Lighthouse Theatre, Warrnambool / Portland Arts Centre
Melbourne Recital Hall / The Potato Shed / McClelland Sculpture Park and Art Gallery Music Series / Port Fairy Spring Music Festival / Chapel off Chapel as part of The Melbourne Cabaret Showcase
Future Productions:
Lighthouse Theatre, Warrnambool / Portland Arts Centre
:
"Anna-Lee brought the room to life from the first glorious note she sang, then took us on a wonderful roller coaster ride of emotions and memories of child rearing - a brilliant show not to be missed!" – Monica Curro, MSO, Music Curator @ McClelland Sculpture Park & Gallery, Co-Artistic Director of the Port Fairy Spring Music Festival, Artistic Director of Women in Music Festival, March 2023
"Through enchanting melodies and captivating narratives, we embarked on a remarkable voyage, encountering the joys, trials, and unpredictable moments that encompass the journey of motherhood and family. This thought-provoking and profoundly relatable experience left a lasting impression.”
- Potato Shed May 2023
Audience Quotes:
"A breathtaking performance."
“Robertson demonstrated such skill and range – I was laughing, smiling, and wiping a tear at different parts of the performance. I left wishing I had a CD or recording to be able to listen to “10 minutes”, or the “cutlery song” or the “funny words” song. Oh, and how impressive was the different styles of music – classical, jazzy, comedy! Wow!”
"My Mum and I were so beautifully enthralled and entertained by Anna's incredible voice, musicality and clever wit."
"Hugely enjoyable, witty lyrics delivered with masterful vocals"
“Gorgeous, charming and some really sublime singing.”
“Oh my goodness, “After Birth” was amazing! Not only is her voice just luscious, but she also took us on a beautiful, heart-warming journey, through fabulous song choices and anecdotes.”
“We begin melting with adoration of the new baby. Next the hilarious mishaps and frustrations are shared with wry humour but not cynicism, then we return to deepest mother love. Bravo. Don’t miss it.”
“We just loved After Birth. And afterwards, my girlfriends and I spontaneously went out for dinner and talked about motherhood.”
“Robertson is such an engaging and warm performer. You feel like you’re the only person in the audience. And her voice is utterly incredible. You feel instantly connected and excited about what’s to come.”
“Mothers will laugh loudly with this relatable show in today’s modern world.”
"Anna-Lee brought the room to life from the first glorious note she sang, then took us on a wonderful roller coaster ride of emotions and memories of child rearing - a brilliant show not to be missed!" – Monica Curro, MSO, Music Curator @ McClelland Sculpture Park & Gallery, Co-Artistic Director of the Port Fairy Spring Music Festival, Artistic Director of Women in Music Festival, March 2023
"Through enchanting melodies and captivating narratives, we embarked on a remarkable voyage, encountering the joys, trials, and unpredictable moments that encompass the journey of motherhood and family. This thought-provoking and profoundly relatable experience left a lasting impression.”
- Potato Shed May 2023
Audience Quotes:
"A breathtaking performance."
“Robertson demonstrated such skill and range – I was laughing, smiling, and wiping a tear at different parts of the performance. I left wishing I had a CD or recording to be able to listen to “10 minutes”, or the “cutlery song” or the “funny words” song. Oh, and how impressive was the different styles of music – classical, jazzy, comedy! Wow!”
"My Mum and I were so beautifully enthralled and entertained by Anna's incredible voice, musicality and clever wit."
"Hugely enjoyable, witty lyrics delivered with masterful vocals"
“Gorgeous, charming and some really sublime singing.”
“Oh my goodness, “After Birth” was amazing! Not only is her voice just luscious, but she also took us on a beautiful, heart-warming journey, through fabulous song choices and anecdotes.”
“We begin melting with adoration of the new baby. Next the hilarious mishaps and frustrations are shared with wry humour but not cynicism, then we return to deepest mother love. Bravo. Don’t miss it.”
“We just loved After Birth. And afterwards, my girlfriends and I spontaneously went out for dinner and talked about motherhood.”
“Robertson is such an engaging and warm performer. You feel like you’re the only person in the audience. And her voice is utterly incredible. You feel instantly connected and excited about what’s to come.”
“Mothers will laugh loudly with this relatable show in today’s modern world.”