Reviews

“Charlee Watt doesn’t just remind us that She Rocks, she proves it.”

“Watt has crafted something unique with She Rocks — a show that simultaneously looks back and forward, honouring legendary female musicians while lifting up the artists of the future.”

SHE ROCKS, @ The GOV, Live Review By Anita Kertes

 “With ultimate vocal control, Watt draws us in before blowing us away with power and grit, balancing us perfectly in the palm of her hand. She’s vulnerable, sharing stories of love and heartbreak and delving into the material with maturity…Suitably awarded with a standing ovation, this show is for the Beatles fan, the jazz fan, the music fan… so that’s basically everyone covered then!”

Hannah Homburg, Beating Up The Beatles, The List UK, Sunday 23 February 2025

 

“She displayed incredible vocal control and power – truly unbelievable for someone who’s just turned 20. She gave us serious sultry saloon singer vibes with a hint of Adele huskiness. Divine.”

Alana Kaye, Beating Up The Beatles, Theatre Now, 17th March 2025

“Charlee Watt is a exceptional young performer with a velvet voice”

Ben Stefanoff, Beating Up The Beatles, Glam Adelaide, Saturday 22nd February 2025

“Watt has the makings of our next Casey Donovan with those vocals - leading lady material!”

Michelle Fisher, Beating Up The Beatles, Theatre Travels, Tuesday 18th March 2025

Caffeine Fiend takes us to a jazzy cafe with sultry sounds and powerhouse vocals”

Hayley Horton, Caffeine Fiend, Glam Adelaide, 30 May, 2025

“Charlee is an act that leads us down memory lane, in a unique and imaginative way.”

 John Goodridge, Beating Up The Beatles, The AU Review, Saturday 23rd February 2025

“Charlee Watt entranced me from the get-go, and the arrangements, many of which were co-labs between her and Goodwin, brought a texture to these songs that one suspects would delight the original authors.”

Arna Eyers-White, The Bearfoot Review, Beating Up The Beatles, Cabaret Fringe Festival. Charlee Watt. Carclew Ballroom. 31 May 2024

“The show then went from being very good to transcendent at times”

Written by Michael X. Savvas, Cabaret Fringe review 2024: Beating Up The Beatles, InReview

“Watt’s stage presence was captivating…Her interaction with the audience, interspersing personal anecdotes with good humour and candid vulnerability, made everyone feel comfortable and open.”

— Sam About Town -Beating Up The Beatles – Review, Adelaide Cabaret Fringe Festival, Saturday 1st June 2024

“Charlee Watt certainly has a powerhouse voice that makes everyone sit up and take notice.”

Cabaret Fringe Review: Beating Up The Beatles, Fran Edwards, Glam Adelaide, June 3 2024

“She’s one to watch…She has terrific presence, stage appeal, and a big, bold, keenly pitched voice”

Peter Burdon, Class Of Cabaret, The Advertiser, 2021

“Charlee Watt is a name to remember…Youthful vitality, passion and a big voice are but a few characteristics that shine through during the show.”

 FIFTY+SA Arts Reviewer, Samantha Foreman, shares her thoughts on Beating Up The Beatles for Adelaide Fringe.

“An up and coming artist…at only 18 years old is mature beyond her years with an incredibly powerful voice”

 Jan Kershaw, Make Your Own Kind Of Music, Glam Adelaide, 2023

Testimonials

What people are saying about Beating Up The Beatles

“Charlee’s energy was just mindblowing”

“What a fabulous show!!! Charlee Watt is amazing! What an incredible voice … and hilarious too!! A star in the making.”

“Charlee Watt and her band entertained an enthusiastic and appreciative full house last night! Standing ovations and demands for more were shouted out. Charlee’s incredible voice is one you would expect from an artist well beyond her 20 years of age. Heartfelt, emotional and truly beautiful are just some of the words to describe this stunner’s voice and presence. I will be going to her next show that’s for sure!”

“Watch Charlee… She will surely go far in the performing world.”

“Wow! Songs you know and love but told in a new way with interpretations that are at times awe-inspiring. Charlee has a range that can lift the roof off at times while at others you could hear a pin drop. With shades of Davina and her amazing Vagabonds at times, this girl is going places. A must-see!”

“An impromptu decision to stay on for this show turned out to be a great afternoon supporting an amazing talent. Musical interpretation and delivery both brilliant!”

“Another show I finally got to and this didn’t disappoint, wonderful singer and look forward to see her again in future shows. Great arrangements of Beatles songs.”

“Truly captivating and an inspiring young talent.”

“This young artist is going places! Talented as! Breathing fresh new energy and arrangements into some wonderful classics! I particularly loved the arrangement and interpretation of "I Saw Her Standing There". Sexy, sassy and divine!”

“Such an awesome talent, will definitely be putting Charlee on my artist to follow list.”

“Amazing interpretations of classic Beatles songs. Charlee Watt made them her own! Excellent vocals supported by stunning band.”

“See Charlee before she takes the world by storm. Actually, she already is! We should be so proud of Charlee’s achievements so far in her young life. The future is bright for her. Don’t miss this show.”

“Great show in all aspects. Charlee and her band put 100 percent in to produce an enthusiastic and professional night. Highly recommend.”

“Charlee is even better than last year (and I didn't think that would be possible)”

“I loved the creativity of the arrangements and the infectious energy of all the performers. I really enjoyed the spontaneous nature of the show and the many small personal moments between Charlee and the audience. I appreciated that the instrumentalists were all given moments to shine and show off their skills, and could really feel the personality of all the performers, regardless of whether or not they were speaking. Overall, I found Beating Up the Beatles to be a joyous celebration of iconic 1960s classics, flipping them on their heads into a fresh, exciting program that anyone could enjoy, regardless of age.”

“Charlee is personable, powerful, and passionate.”

“Charlee’s voice had me quite teary. Astounding.”

“One day will see you filling out Adelaide oval.”

“Wonderful voice! Interesting arrangements, fantastic band. Funny, poignant and entertaining.”

“What a voice Charlee has and what a great quartet to accompany her. It was a wonderful show presenting Beatles music in a creative beautiful way. Don’t miss this show.”

“Just getting better and better!”

“Loved the show, loved the music. Great singer. Great musicians.”

“Absolutely incredible voice!!! So so amazing!”

“What a talent … stunning voice and stage presence. Go and see Charlee and appreciate something special.”

“We are all going to remember the first time we saw Charlee perform because that’s how exceptional her voice is.”

“Maturity beyond her years. Old soul, great voice 19 yr old Jazz Diva.”

“I have enjoyed coming to each of Charlee's shows in Adelaide over the past 3 years. I look forward to following the musical career of this young talent for many more years.”

“A wonderful fresh reinterpretation of Beatles hits. Charlee has talent beyond her years. The band was terrific with fantastic musical arrangements and direction. A must see!”

“Such a brilliant show! Charlee has an astonishing and amazing voice - she can sing anything, from the sweetest folk whisper to the fullest of soul belts. Her & David’s arrangements were a highlight of the show! The band is SLICK - just so exciting to hear. Please do this show again! I just loved it, and I would tell everyone I know to come and hear it - they’ll ve able to say ‘I saw her when she was 19!”

“I of course knew how well 16yr old Charlee sang but my goodness how much you have matured and improved! It was the glorious voice of a seasoned professional jazz singer.”

“Charlee has a powerhouse voice and demonstrated this across genres and songs. She had the audience smiling, laughing and singing a long for an absolutely amazing show.”

“What a voice!”

“Charlee has a powerhouse voice and demonstrated this across genres and songs. She had the audience smiling, laughing and singing a long for an absolutely amazing show.”