Michael Paynter
Burnie Arts & Function Centre, 77-79 Wilmot St, 7320 Burnie Kort
lau. 11.07.2026 18:00
Fresh from his critically acclaimed and award-winning performance as Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar, one of Australia’s finest voices, Michael Paynter, is set to strip back the layers, and the volume, taking centre stage in 2026 to celebrate the nation’s most iconic songs, in an intimate solo tour featuring some secret special guests.
The powerhouse vocalist is stepping back from the theatrical stage to return to his roots, heralding a new chapter in his already amazing career. The ‘Great Australian Songbook Tour 2026’ will be a run of exclusive, intimate shows that will see the singer reimagining some of Australia’s most iconic songs in some truly special intimate settings across the country.
Fans can also expect surprise appearances from some special guests, whose identities will remain a closely guarded secret until they step on stage, drawn from peers and collaborators who have shared Paynter’s journey from his signing to Sony in 2007 and his international tours with Miley Cyrus, to performing with Robbie Williams at the 2022 AFL Grand Final and currently touring with the likes of Jimmy Barnes and ICEHOUSE.
Don't miss this incredible show!
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Michael Paynter
Michael Paynter has been a significant part of the Australian music industry landscape since first appearing in the clubs of Melbourne in 2004. He has been an international recording artist with Sony Music Worldwide, culminating in several top 20 singles and the multi-platinum, radio dominating single ‘Love The Fall feat. The Veronicas’ in 2010.
He has recorded albums in Los Angeles and the UK and written and worked with the best of the best the world over. As a solo artist, he has toured extensively in Australia and Internationally supporting Miley Cyrus, The Script and Seal on their respective national stadium tours, as well as touring with legends such as John Farnham and Hall and Oates, Vanessa Amorosi and Shannon Noll.
After more than 15 years of creation and achievement, his name has become synonymous with quality, consistency and passion. Michael is a passionate, proven and professional performer who is guaranteed to leave people delighted by bringing a class, reputation and depth of experience that very few others can.