DNA: You play band manager John Ashby in Georgie Girl: The Seekers Musical. Tell us about the show and your character.
Ian Stenlake: The show is set in London during the swinging ’60s. John knew his way around the music industry and loved life and partying, but they weren’t drinking and drug-taking kind of parties, he just loved being around people. So I dare say he remembers everything from that period, which is unusual [laughs]!
From an Australian viewpoint, how would you describe The Seekers phenomenon? The word phenomenon is a good one. These were four young Australians who found themselves in London and became not just the flavour of the month, but lasted for a few years. But like most international successes, it all suddenly stops. I didn’t know why that happened but in the show we find out.