Win 'Simply Sade' tickets with Deb
Weekends will speak to the artist behind a new Adelaide production, 'Simply Sade', which captures the essence of Sade and her classic songs including Smooth Operator, Your Love Is King and The Sweetest Taboo.
Plus, there will be the chance to win a double pass.
Take yourself back to the 80's and listen in to win! 2 x double passes to 'Simply Sade: The Diamond Life of a Smooth Operator' show performed by Bonnie & her BoyZ.
2 x double passes to 'Simply Sade: The Diamond Life of a Smooth Operator' show performed by Bonnie & her BoyZ. Norwood Hotel on Friday 15 August at 7.30pm.
Norwood Hotel on Friday 15 August at 7.30pm. Tickets are valued at $30 each.
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