Saint Stella Presents

13/10/2026

She’s back! ♥️

Saint Stella welcomes back our principal performer for ‘Christmas in the Chapel, Suellen Cusack 💫🎄

Suellen has performed alongside some of Australia’s most respected classical crossover and musical theatre artists including Mark Vincent, Marina Prior & David Hobson. She has also achieved remarkable solo success, with her albums Whisper of Angels and The Irish Songbook both reaching #1 on the ARIA Classical Crossover Chart.

Despite a busy schedule of solo tours and special guest appearances, Suellen always makes time for this cherished event — one that builds community spirit and inspires new family Christmas traditions.

Suellen’s recordings offer a beautiful glimpse of the artistry and festive joy awaiting audiences at Christmas in the Chapel 2026🎄❤️

Event Details:

Bundaberg | Sat 19th Dec • 2:30 PM
Holy Rosary Church

http://ChristmasInTheChapelBundaberg.eventbrite.com.au


Or visit Bout Time Music to purchase a hard copy ticket 🎟️

02/10/2026

🎄Cast Announcement🎄

Announcing the G.O.A.T - Kyle Myers – Performing in Christmas in the Chapel 2026! 👏🙌

We are delighted to welcome Kyle, Pipe Major of the Bundaberg Caledonian Pipe Band, to this year’s Christmas in the Chapel 2026 🎄

Kyle has led the band for more than 20 years, bringing the sound of the pipes to local events across the region. He is deeply involved in RSL remembrance days and community commemorations, and is known for his downtoearth style and dedication to keeping pipe band music alive in Bundaberg.

This Christmas, Kyle looks forward to sharing the majestic sound of the pipes and his passion for tradition as part of our festive celebration.🎶

👉 Event Details:
📍 Bundaberg | Sat 19th Dec · 2:30 PM
Holy Rosary Church
🎟 http://ChristmasInTheChapelBundaberg.eventbrite.com.au

Or visit Bout Time Music during office hours to purchase a paper ticket.



*Greatest.Of.All.Time 😉

27/09/2026

🎄Cast Announcement🎄

Our Queen, Kate Hardisty 👸

It wouldn’t be Christmas in the Chapel without our incredible violinist, Kate Hardisty - Violinist 🎻

Kate has worked extensively as a recording, and touring musician. She features on two ARIA chart–topping Classical Crossover albums by Suellen Cusack—*Whisper of Angels* and *The Irish Songbook*—produced by Michael Cristiano.

She has also performed with acclaimed artists including Mark Vincent, David Hobson, Silvie Paladino, and Damien Leith, and is a regularly featured soloist in Saint Stella Presents productions.

We welcome Kate to the Holy Rosary Church to share her incredible talent and extraordinary experience in this unforgettable festive celebration.

Date: Saturday, 19th December 2026
Time: 2:30pm
Venue: Holy Rosary Church, Bundaberg

TICKETS HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/christmas-in-the-chapel-bundaberg-tickets-1997550400019?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demo055e5lcu

Or Bout Time Music to purchase a paper ticket 🎟️

30/08/2026

🎄 ANNOUNCING OUR INCREDIBLE INSTRUMENTAL CAST ! 🎄

Christmas in the Chapel 2026!

✨ Kyle Myers - Bagpipes
✨ Kate Hardisty - Violin
✨ Michael Goodall - Cello
✨ Greg Baxter - Drums

This is our biggest cast yet, bringing together exceptional vocal talent from across Australia alongside some of Bundaberg’s much-loved performers.

Join us for an afternoon of soaring vocals, incredible instrumental solos, beautiful harmonies, timeless carols and Christmas favourites in the stunning surrounds of the Holy Rosary Church.

📅 Saturday 19 December 2026
⏰ 2:30pm
📍 Holy Rosary Church, Bundaberg

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now via Eventbrite and paper copies from Bout Time Music.

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/christmas-in-the-chapel-bundaberg-tickets-1997550400019?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demo055e5lcu

23/08/2026

🎄 THE CAST IS HERE! 🎄

We’ve been keeping this one under wraps, but we can finally introduce the incredible cast for

Christmas in the Chapel 2026!

✨ Gregory Moore
✨ Nathan Kneen
✨ Suellen Cusack
✨ Jessica Savage
✨ Natalie Sweetapple

This is our biggest cast yet, bringing together exceptional vocal talent from across Australia alongside some of Bundaberg’s much-loved performers.

Joining us from Brisbane are internationally experienced vocalists Gregory Moore and Nathan Kneen, both previously members of the world-renowned The Ten Tenors.

They’ll be joined by Suellen Cusack, Jessica Savage and Natalie Sweetapple for an afternoon of soaring vocals, beautiful harmonies, timeless carols and Christmas favourites in the stunning surrounds of the Holy Rosary Church.

📅 Saturday 19 December 2026
⏰ 2:30pm
📍 Holy Rosary Church, Bundaberg

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now via Eventbrite and paper copies from Bout Time Music.

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/christmas-in-the-chapel-bundaberg-tickets-1997550400019?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e0_tv2_a1demo055e5lcu

12/08/2026

Christmas in the Chapel is back in Bundaberg for 2026!

Tickets are officially ON SALE for an afternoon of beautiful Christmas music in the stunning surrounds of Holy Rosary Church.

And this year, we’re bringing you our biggest cast yet… with the exciting lineup to be announced soon!

📅 Saturday 19 December 2026
⏰ 2:30pm
📍 Holy Rosary Church

You won’t want to miss this one. Get your tickets now! 🎟️

We will update you as soon as we have physical tickets 🫶

A celebration of music, light and the spirit of Christmas, Christmas in the Chapel returns to the beautiful Holy Rosary Church in Bundaberg.

18/06/2026

LIVE at Shalom College Performing Arts Centre, Bundaberg Qld 2pm TOMORROW 20th June ❤️

Heart of Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 with the Bundaberg Caledonian Pipe Band.

Final tickets available via the link OR hard copies at Favours Coffee Bundaberg 🎟️

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/heart-of-scotland-tickets-1988547188170?fbclid=IwdGRjcASUhf9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeB0BLEUkd7nSCpd36qLchp7joHkI_W_vSeecxxBilmhKzzLm7FytjQJBaDUU_aem_YWdncwDZgYjulqlycr-f3mE0nXwp&brid=YWdncwEYav5IbOW6tcquk9UBX9Ha&utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e227_tv2_tp1_a1demo0jqwmxzn

24/12/2025

Have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all the cast and crew of Saint Stella Presents 2025 🎄❤️

Thank you for supporting the arts 💫

21/12/2025

And that’s a wrap for Christmas in the Chapel 2025 ❤️🎄

Thank you to everyone who came and supported us. We see your smiling faces and it means the world to us 🫶

Sacred Heart Catholic Parish Childers was the perfect end to such a lovely tour.

Special thanks to Brendan Egan and Jake Higgins. We couldn’t have done it without you. Big thanks to Jakob Baumgartner for helping with every element of ‘show day’ ❤️

Saint Stella Presents 😇💫

17/12/2025

Our fourth and final performance for this festive season ❤️✨🎄

We’re bringing Christmas in the Chapel closer to home with a special Childers performance! 🎄

Join us on Sunday 21 December 2025 at 4pm at Sacred Heart Church for an afternoon of beautiful Christmas music featuring three incredible vocalists:

⭐ Suellen Cusack – renowned for her powerful, emotive soprano and stunning stage presence
⭐ Jessica Savage – a versatile and expressive performer with a gift for storytelling through song
⭐ Natalie Sweetapple – a Queensland Conservatorium–trained vocalist who’s warm, sparkling vocals light up every stage

Together, they’ll bring you a heartfelt selection of carols and festive favourites in one of the region’s most atmospheric venues.

🎟️ Tickets are now live on Eventbrite — grab yours before they sell out!
https://ChristmasInTheChapelChilders.eventbrite.com.au

We can’t wait to celebrate Christmas with you, right here at home. ❤️

Sacred Heart Catholic Parish Childers