Headliners on ABC and ABC iview S1E5 – With their Mundi Mundi performance just a day away, both bands arrive in Adelaide for the 500km bus trip to Broken Hill.
Everyone is in good spirits during the road trip, reflecting on their time together. For Prairie, who has struggled to connect with both the music and her band mates, time on the road makes her realise how far they’ve come together. And for Mikky, who is among the 1 in 40 Australians with autism, this journey has opened a new world of opportunity that’s helped him find a new level of confidence.
The bands arrive in Broken Hill, getting a taste of outback country life. This is Kayleb’s first time travelling alone and while he’s sad his family can’t be there; he has a newfound independence. At their accommodation, the reality of tomorrow’s events is setting in. Nerves are starting to build, with Sonnet and Nathan reflecting on the daunting task ahead.
The performers wake up to get ready for the big day, where trepidation eclipses excitement. They have full access to the accessible Mundi Mundi Bash green room, settling in as crowds begin to build in front of the massive stage. A stage that has a purpose-built ramp for accessibility! Emotions are running high – Aimee is almost overwhelmed with what they’re about to do, and Kayleb is so happy to be here, it’s a dream come true.
Sync or Swim are up first and moments into the performance, Mikky is facing technical issues with the amp that threaten to derail his performance! Next up is Together With Strangers. It’s a special moment for both bands, with a journey they’ll remember for life. Each band member is leaving the experience with immense pride at how far they’ve come. They came together for something huge, and for some hopeful change in the future.
Production credit:
Commissioned by the ABC, Headliners is an Endemol Shine Australia (A Banijay Entertainment Company) production. Major production investment from the ABC in association with Screen Australia. Financed with support from Screen NSW. Developed and produced in association with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Filmed and post produced in New South Wales. International sales by Banijay Rights. Developed with the assistance of Screen NSW. Post, digital and visual effects supported by Screen NSW.
Director of Content, Endemol Shine Australia: Tara McWilliams. Executive Producer: Penny McWhirter. Series Producer: Kate Paul. Post Executive Producer: Kate Feely. ABC Head of Screen: Jen Collins. ABC Head of Factual: Susie Jones. ABC Commissioning Editor: Kalita Corrigan.
Headliners on ABC and ABC iview – Tuesday 17 December at 8.00pm
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Headliners on ABC and ABC iview S1E5
