The Smashing Bumpkins
Put on your dancing shoes and join The Smashing Bumpkins as they bring their high-energy bush dance party to your town! From classic Australian bush dances to crowd-favorite grooves, this isn’t just a dance - it’s a floor-stomping, boot-scootin’ celebration!
You don’t need to know the moves, you just need to be ready to groove. The Smashing Bumpkins will guide you through circle, line, and partner routines with easy-to-follow steps.
Leading the charge is multi-instrumentalist and chief bush dance caller Ben King, whose infectious energy gets everyone on their feet. On bass, John Gynther - a Queensland Conservatorium graduate - delivers the irresistible rhythms, while seasoned musician David Klokman keeps the vibe alive with his stellar drumming. Rounding out the lineup is the extraordinary violinist Liz Young, whose electrifying performance adds that special spark to every dance tune. Together, they’ll turn any room into a buzzing dance floor.
From the Gympie Music Muster to the Birdsville Races, The Smashing Bumpkins have wowed audiences across Australia and New Zealand. They’ve even smashed a Guinness World Record for the largest bush dance! Now it’s your turn to join the fun.
Tour Dates 2025
Somerset Civic Centre
Wednesday 9 April | Time: 10am | Location: 35 Esk Hampton Rd, Esk | Tickets: somersetciviccentre.com.au
Redland Performing Arts Centre
Friday 13 June | Time: 7pm | Location: 2/16 Middle St, Cleveland | Tickets: TBA
Montville Village Hall
Sunday 15 June | Time: 4pm | Location: Memorial Cl, off Main St, Montville | Tickets: events.humanitix.com
Majestic Theatre
Friday 20 June | Time: 7pm | Location: 3 Factory St, Pomona | Tickets: themajestictheatre.com.au
Coolum Civic Centre
Saturday 21 June | Time: 7pm | Location: 2-4 Park St, Coolum Beach | Tickets: events.humanitix.com
Eudlo Hall
Sunday 22 June | Time: 4pm | Location: 19 Rosebed St, Eudlo | Tickets: events.humanitix.com
This project is supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland. This initiative was supported through the Creative Industries Investment Program and is jointly funded by Sunshine Coast Council’s Arts and Heritage Levy and the Regional Arts Development Fund in partnership with the Queensland Government.
