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Fastlove, the George Michael tribute act performs on stage.

Wake me up before you go-go to an evening of smash-hit ballads and hip-shaking fun.

Direct from London’s West End, the music of George Michael comes to The Opera House in Wellington. ‘Fastlove: The George Michael Tribute’ spans the breadth of his dazzling career. Be taken on a journey that captures the heart and soul of a musical phenomenon. 

Few tribute shows have reached the dizzying heights of Fastlove. The group’s worldwide tour has sold over 500,000 tickets and paid homage to a pop culture icon like no other. Get moving and grooving to the music of one of the best-selling recording artists of all time. Make new memories whilst reliving old classics like Wake Me Up, Too Funky, Father Figure, Freedom, Faith, Knew You Were Waiting, Careless Whisper, and many more. 

The show features a stunning light show and video production. The talented cast brings a performance that critics have described as “precise”, “passionate” and “the closest you can get to the real thing.” Fastlove recreates the soundtrack of your life in a spectacular evening that is not to be missed.

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