British singer Robbie Williams has introduced that he’ll carry out a free pop-up gig at Melbourne’s Federation Sq. tonight, on January 2nd.
The pop star, who’s recent off of headlining ABC’s New Yr’s Eve protection in Sydney, will take to the stage to advertise his new biopic film, Higher Man, which was filmed in Melbourne and funded by Victoria and the federal governments.
The free Federation Sq. occasion will start at 5pm on January 2nd and is open to all ages.
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Premier Jacinta Allan introduced tonight’s shock efficiency with a easy tweet: “Robbie Williams. Fed Sq.. Tomorrow. 5 pm. For Free.”
Williams is predicted to share insights concerning the movie and carry out a few of his greatest hits which can be featured within the film.
Lord Mayor Nick Reece will even current Williams with the symbolic Keys to the Metropolis in a uncommon and particular gesture honouring his contribution to the state.
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Higher Man is the most important movie manufacturing in Victoria’s historical past. It created 2920 jobs, supported 904 native companies and pulled $142 million into the Victorian financial system.
Williams can be anticipated to take part in a Q&A mode interview with radio broadcaster Craig Huggins, with the entire occasion lasting roughly an hour.
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Co-written and directed by Melbourne-born Michael Gracey, Higher Man relies on the true story of the pop star’s rise, fall, and resurgence, which is portrayed by a CGI chimp.
The movie stars Williams, Jonno Davies, Steve Pemberton, Damon Herriman, Raechelle Banno, Alison Steadman and Kate Mulvany.
Since its premiere, the movie has acquired rave critiques, it at present has a 91 per cent assessment rating on Rotten Tomatoes, in addition to an viewers rating of 98 per cent.
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The previous Take That star informed The Guardian: “Let’s face it, a Robbie Williams biopic with out the monkey is approach much less interesting, or intriguing.
“It could be fascinating to my followers however to not anybody else,” he candidly stated.
When requested why he needed to create a biopic, Williams joked: “I’m knowledgeable consideration seeker.
“With out consideration, I stop to exist. Professionally, I want to do that. As a result of that is my job. That is the way you promote that you simply’re nonetheless right here. My job, luckily or sadly, revolves round eyes being on you.”
The star has but to touch upon the information, however he welcomed 2025 by sharing a message to his 3.2 million Instagram followers.
“Blissful New Yr everyone! All the very best for 2025. New Yr’s decision suggestion for you: go to the cinema to observe Higher Man 😉Numerous love, Rob x.”
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