Dancefloor Conversion Therapy : Jonny Hawkins
It was one of the most magical moments of the Fringe - ★★★★★
—The Student
A lecture? A Sermon? A personal history of dancefloors!
Jonny Hawkins was once a devoted Christian Youth Minister. Today, they've found a different kind of congregation — on the dance floor. After Bible College and church-building in their early 20s, Jonny traded sermons for sound systems and has since become one of Australia's most loved DJs, dance floor icons, queer party promoters and a true disciple of joy. This is the story of someone who discovered that transcendence comes in many forms, and sometimes the most profound spiritual experiences can happen under the disco ball.
With a stash of five-star reviews tucked in its trousers, Dancefloor Conversion Therapy will land in Newcastle straight from Edinburgh and take audiences on a sexy romp that is unmissably, unmistakably brilliant.
Experience Jonny's remarkable journey, then stay for the built-in after party in Bernie's Laneway (Saturday night). Jonny will be joined by Mikala Westall, a dance floor queen in her own right, and Newcastle’s own Barney Kato, one of Australia's most respected and loved DJs, so you too can have your own dancefloor conversion.
Saturday 27 September includes the Dancefloor Conversion show and first access to the Bernie's Bar Laneway Party. Sunday 28 September includes the show and an intimate disco at Bernie's Bar. Who says you can’t party on a Sunday night? This is a true Sunday sermon.
DURATION
90 minutes, including built-in disco.
SENSORY & CONTENT WARNING
Dancefloor Conversion Therapy is suitable for ages 18+. This is a sit down show, which turns into a night club simulation, including lights and sounds.
ACCESSIBILITY
Wheelchair accessible, and wheelchair accessible amenities.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Jonny Hawkins, AKA Aunty Jonny, is a prolific multidisciplinary artist whose work is described as mesmerising, heartfelt, high octane, joyful and totally unpredictable. Jonny is an international DJ, playing music festivals Ireland's Body and Soul, Another Love Story, The UK’s Latitude Festival and iconic Australian parties such as Loose Ends, Mardi Gras “The Party”, Bad Dog, Tropical Fruits and every Fringe festival in the country.
ARTISTS & COLLABORATORS
Mikala Westall (collaborator), Hewett Cook (Music), Barney Kato (DJ Saturday only).
SOCIAL MEDIA
www.instagram.com/auntyjonny/
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Jonny Hawkins was once a devoted Christian Youth Minister. Today, they've found a different kind of congregation — on the dance floor. After Bible College and church-building in their early 20s, Jonny traded sermons for sound systems and has since become one of Australia's most loved DJs, dance floor icons, queer party promoters and a true disciple of joy. This is the story of someone who discovered that transcendence comes in many forms, and sometimes the most profound spiritual experiences can happen under the disco ball.
With a stash of five-star reviews tucked in its trousers, Dancefloor Conversion Therapy will land in Newcastle straight from Edinburgh and take audiences on a sexy romp that is unmissably, unmistakably brilliant.
Experience Jonny's remarkable journey, then stay for the built-in after party in Bernie's Laneway (Saturday night). Jonny will be joined by Mikala Westall, a dance floor queen in her own right, and Newcastle’s own Barney Kato, one of Australia's most respected and loved DJs, so you too can have your own dancefloor conversion.
Saturday 27 September includes the Dancefloor Conversion show and first access to the Bernie's Bar Laneway Party. Sunday 28 September includes the show and an intimate disco at Bernie's Bar. Who says you can’t party on a Sunday night? This is a true Sunday sermon.
DURATION
90 minutes, including built-in disco.
SENSORY & CONTENT WARNING
Dancefloor Conversion Therapy is suitable for ages 18+. This is a sit down show, which turns into a night club simulation, including lights and sounds.
ACCESSIBILITY
Wheelchair accessible, and wheelchair accessible amenities.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Jonny Hawkins, AKA Aunty Jonny, is a prolific multidisciplinary artist whose work is described as mesmerising, heartfelt, high octane, joyful and totally unpredictable. Jonny is an international DJ, playing music festivals Ireland's Body and Soul, Another Love Story, The UK’s Latitude Festival and iconic Australian parties such as Loose Ends, Mardi Gras “The Party”, Bad Dog, Tropical Fruits and every Fringe festival in the country.
ARTISTS & COLLABORATORS
Mikala Westall (collaborator), Hewett Cook (Music), Barney Kato (DJ Saturday only).
SOCIAL MEDIA
www.instagram.com/auntyjonny/
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
