Rufus Wainwright at the State Theatre
It’s probably a bit premature to be launching into superlatives this early in the year, but Rufus Wainwright’s concert at the State Theatre during the week, could well be the best concert I’ll ever see this year. I knew it was going to be a good show the moment he walked out onto the stage in his bright lime green and black patterned suit (bare chested underneath), festooned with huge sparkly brooches; ritz-proportioned jewellery on hands and neck, and his shiny silver shoes. In the background, three disco balls descended from the ceiling. Or maybe it was when the lights dimmed after the first song, and I realised that the suit also glowed in the dark! Yes, absolutely. What a performer, what a voice.
