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Gold and platinum award winner Karen Knowles has established herself as one of Australia’s favourite singers.
Well known for her Carols and Christmas repertoire, Karen performs regularly around Australia with her musical director accompanying her on piano. Starting her performance career on Young Talent Time, Karen quickly moved into recording and became the highest-selling Australian female recording artist for two consecutive years. She has performed as lead singer with The Seekers, starred as female lead in the stage musical Big River, and recently released her 7th studio album Solid Ground and 8th studio album Sanctuary.
Karen’s best-known hits include Why Won’t You Explain, You are the Reason, By Request, La Vie en Rose, Amazing Grace, I am Australian and Moonglow.
Join Karen for a wonderful selection of her hits, standards, new music and your favourite Christmas songs. Through song, Karen will spread peace, joy, unity and connection, taking you into the true Spirit of Christmas.
ENJOY FREE TEA, COFFEE AND BISCUITS BEFORE THE SHOW (FROM 10AM), THANKS TO THE THE FRIENDS OF THE MECC.
Thank you to our sponsors! The Friends of the MECC, Guardian Pharmacy Walkerston, Whitsunday Biscuit Factory and 4MK.
Accessibility
Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre aims to ensure our venues and performances are welcoming and accessible. If you have any questions about access requirements, please contact the Box Office before purchasing tickets.
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair seats/spaces are available for all events. These seats/spaces can be booked by contacting our Box Office on (07) 4961 9777. All levels of the MECC carpark are fully wheelchair accessible.
Hearing Receivers are available in the Auditorium and a Hearing Loop is available in the Plenary Halls. To access this equipment simply enquire at the Box Office prior to event.
Please contact the Box Office (07) 4961 9777 or visit us in person for more information.
Companion Cards
Companion Card holders are entitled to a complimentary companion ticket to all performances. The cardholder must provide their Companion Card details when making bookings and present the valid ID card to receive their ticket/s from the Box Office. To access this program, please contact the box office on (07) 4961 9777 or visit us in person.