Mamma Mia on Oxford Street
When asked to comment on the whole connection between ABBA, gays and drag shows, Benny Andersson (the bearded one back then) shook his head in disbelief and famously said… … Read the rest “Mamma Mia on Oxford Street”
Min Favoriter
As I prepare for my big European trip, I thought I’d share with you clips of my recent (last year or so) favourite Swedish pop songs. Two are in English, … Read the rest “Min Favoriter”
Chess – The Musical (Again)
Having sat through the first half of “Chess” last night at Sydney’s Theatre Royal, I found myself repeating myself. “Chess”, the musical written by Benny Andersson, Bjorn Ulvaeus and Tim … Read the rest “Chess – The Musical (Again)”
Två Månader
In exactly two months from now, I will have landed at Arlanda Airport, I will have caught the train or bus into the centre of Stockholm, I will have booked … Read the rest “Två Månader”
Pa Svenska
For the last few weeks, you may recall, I have been learning Swedish at the Lutheran Cafe in Goulburn Street. I have found some aspects of the course quite easy, … Read the rest “Pa Svenska”
Sardine Sunday
So far I’ve managed to avoid “Sardine Sunday”, as they’re calling it: the day when there are half a dozen major events happening in Sydney, including the Mardi Gras harbour … Read the rest “Sardine Sunday”