DAME SHIRLEY BASSEY – Pure Bassey
Pure Bassey is a dynamic production that is widely accepted as the World’s foremost tribute show to Dame Shirley Bassey. Julia is also the only DSB tribute in the world that uses a collection of stunning original Bassey gowns throughout her show. These gowns were worn by Shirley throughout her glittering career, and include the world-famous Gypsy Gown, created by Douglas Darnell. Each of these gowns helps to create the illusion of Shirley herself being on stage, and between them they span over 60 years of Shirley’s success. Dame Shirley in an interview with Julia commented that she was absolutely delighted that her show gowns would continue to be used in a show environment.
The show has been described by audiences as totally authentic in every way, not only captures Shirley’s incredible stage presence, power ballads, and magnetism, but also delivers a spectacular evening of entertainment, that no true Bassey fan will want to miss. Dedication and meticulous attention to detail is what makes this show so special, and Julia’s amazing ability to mimic not just the voice, but also the Bassey mannerisms, power ballads, and extravagance of gowns will leave you thinking that you have seen the original artist. This spectacular production brings to life the inspiring and incredible story behind Shirley’s glittering career, and ‘Pure Bassey’ has taken Julia around the globe, entertaining for Heads of State, Cruise Companies and Leading Hotels of the World.
CELINE DION – The Vegas Years & Beyond
The Vegas Years & Beyond is a dynamic production that is widely accepted as the World’s foremost tribute show to Celine Dion. Julia whilst performing her Celine show in Dubai, met both Celine Dion and her sister, who commented after watching Julia’s show, that it was the best Celine tribute show that she had ever seen. Julia is also one of a select few Celine Dion tribute artists in the world that can match Celine’s incredible octave range. The show which includes songs from Celine’s New Courage Tour has been described by audiences as totally authentic in every way, and not only captures Celine’s incredible stage presence, power ballads and mannerisms, but also delivers a spectacular evening of entertainment, that no true Celine fan will want to miss.
On June 8, 2019 after an unparalleled two-decade period of entertainment, Celine’s residency at Caesars Palace came to a close. Celine entertained more than three million visitors, a feat unmatched by any other Vegas Legend. To celebrate the end of this unique era of music, ‘The Vegas Years & Beyond’ will combine stunning replica Celine costumes; classic hit songs, and a portrayal of Celine’s epic Vegas & Courage performances, into a sensational production. This show will not only bring-to-life the inspirational Vegas legacy of Celine Dion but will also take the audience on a musical journey through the outstanding singing career of this singing legend. With meticulous attention to detail, Julia will weave her magic and deliver a show that makes the audience feel that Celine herself is actually in the room.
DOLLY PARTON – The Rags To Rhinestones Story
The Rags to Rhinestones Story is a dynamic production that is widely accepted as the World’s foremost tribute show to Dolly Parton. The show has been described by audiences as totally authentic in every way, and not only captures Dolly’s incredible stage presence, mannerisms, charisma and unique comedy one-liners, but also delivers a spectacular evening of entertainment, that no true Dolly fan will want to miss.
In 2014 with a record audience of 200,000 and a BBC audience of 2.6 million, Dolly Parton became the Queen of Glastonbury, and a whole new generation of Dolly fans was born. In celebration to this performance, part of this show will be dedicated to Dolly’s Glastonbury performance, where Julia, wearing a white rhinestone studded trouser suit, struts across every inch of the stage, quite simply redefining the word crowdpleaser, with a performance of foot stomping, clap-along scintillating music, entertainment and banter, guaranteed to enthral the audience from start to finish. With a combination of stunning sequined Dolly costumes, audience interaction, flashing tambourines, classic hit songs, and vocals direct from the Blue Ridge Mountains of Tennessee, ‘The Rags to Rhinestones Story’ not only brings-to-life the inspirational story of Dolly Rebecca Parton, but also takes the audience on a musical journey through the outstanding singing and film career of this Country Hall of Fame Legend. With meticulous attention to detail, Julia weaves her magic and delivers a show that makes you feel that Dolly herself is actually in the room.
TINA TURNER – Steamy Windows
Steamy Windows is a dynamic production that is widely accepted as the foremost tribute show to Tina Turner. This high energy production is performed by the Award-Winning Miss Julia Martin, and is one of Julia’s longest running tribute shows, performed around the world, with standing ovations and repeat bookings on every occasion. From its conception 20 years ago, this outstanding show captures the image, the legs and most importantly the voice of this great rock legend. Julia in a recent interview commented… ‘I have built my show around Tina’s sensational live performances, with all the music being individually produced to capture the energy and beat of a Live Tina concert, and it certainly adds an extra layer to my performance’. The show which includes all the classic hit songs from Tina’s incredible career has been described by audiences as totally authentic in every way, and not only captures Tina’s powerful stage presence and mannerisms, but also delivers an amazing visual evening of entertainment, that no true Tina fan will want to miss.
Meticulous attention to detail, careful research and a commitment to accurately portray Tina both vocally and visually is what makes ‘Steamy Windows’ special. Julia becomes Tina in every way, wig, make-up, replica costumes and of course the famous legs and movement. Julia makes this show her own, catapulting it to the top of the Tina Turner tribute list. With vocals direct from Nutbush, Tennessee, mannerisms that are ‘Pure Tina’ and a stage presence that commands the room, Julia weaves her magic and delivers a spectacular show that when you shut your eyes Tina Turner herself is in the room.