Jackie Goes Prima Diva

Homegrown chanteuse Jackie Clarke turns her powerhouse vocals, wicked humour and maverick entertainment style to interpret the songs of the 20^th and 21st Centuries most legendary divas. 

Jackie pays homage to Judy Garland, Shirley Bassey, Peggy Lee, Barbara Streisand and more! From Alberta Hunter to Dolly Parton, from Kate Bush to Lady Gaga, Jackie lets her diva flag fly, while playfully interacting with the audience with trademark witty panache.

Accompanied by her trusty sidekick Maestro on piano, expect iconic songs performed with tender soul and gleeful virtuosity.

In 2018 Jackie Clarke was awarded an MNZM for services to entertainment; 40 years treading the boards in theatre, (Mamma Mia, Shirley Valentine) music (When The Cat’s Been Spayed, The Lady Killers) and T.V. (NZ Idol).

Clarke is a gem, an absolute natural on stage with her comic timing, asides and most of all, her outstanding voice - Patrick Shepherd – Christchurch Symphony – Fresh Sounds review – Christchurch Star

 This self-styled “Pacifica Rita Hayworth, with a touch of Spotlight” really knows how to entertain (and did I mention she can really sing?)….the hall could have been Carnegie or Royal Albert, but was in fact the Twyford Community (Hall)! She would do either of those stages proud also - Rob Harbers, Ambient Light Blog review, Hawkes Bay Festival 2022