After Birth is Anna-Lee Robertson’s irreverent and affectionate account of the trials and tribulations of her life as a new mum. Robertson captures all the bittersweet emotions of new parenthood, weaving her own hilarious tales of baby-wrangling through a perfectly curated and gloriously sung collection of timeless songs from Bernstein, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Sondheim and others that pay testament to the deepest of love affairs: the one between mother and child.
After Birth takes the audience on a rollicking - albeit sleep-deprived - journey through the alternately gruelling and euphoric early years of parenting. Her take is an honest, self-deprecating, and witty one; underscored by the story of a mother’s abiding love for her child, which can only be effectively captured in music.
"Through enchanting melodies and captivating narratives, we embarked on a remarkable voyage, encountering the joys, trials, and unpredictable moments that encompass the journey of motherhood and family. This thought-provoking and profoundly relatable experience left a lasting impression.” - Potato Shed
"Anna-Lee brought the room to life from the first glorious note she sang, then took us on a wonderful roller coaster ride of emotions and memories of child rearing - a brilliant show not to be missed!" - MONICA CURRO, Music Curator @ McClelland Sculpture Park & Gallery, Co-Artistic Director of the Port Fairy Spring Music Festival, Artistic Director of Women in Music Festival, Violinist at MSO.
Portland Arts Centre, 4A Glenelg St, Portland, 3305, View Map
4A Glenelg St , Portland 3305
$15 - $35
Afternoon tea served after the show.