Vision Australia's Carols by Candlelight® 2009 Photo & Video Gallery
Vision Australia's Carols by Candlelight® - 24 December 2009
Vision Australia's annual iconic event drew in a crowd of at least 10,000 who braved the rain to celebrate Christmas eve at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl and Federation Square. And what a Christmas eve it was!
Photo gallery
Entertainers
Karl and Lisa kept the audience and viewers laughing despite the rain. |
Anne Wood and Michael McCormick brought the crowd to tears with their beautiful duet. |
John Foreman brought the orchestra to life. |
Guy Sebastian added his unique style to a traditional carol. |
Layla Bodnar, face of Vision Australia's Carols by Candlelight, took centre stage. |
There was no shortage of entertainment, both on and off the stage. |
The colourful performance by Hi-5 brought Humphrey and Santa out to the stage. |
Tim Campbell brought energy and excitement to the crowd with his entourage of dancers. |
Voices were sweet when the Australian Girls Choir teamed up with the National Boys Choir of Australia. |
Lorin Nicholson's talent on the guitar had a calming effect on the crowd. |
Crowd
The rain brought out bright smiles and raincoats. |
Kids enjoyed the show from the big screen at Federation Square. |
A sea of candles glowed brightly throughout the night. |
Even Seeing Eye Dogs enjoyed the show! |
Videos
Vision Australia's Carols by Candlelight launch - 8 December 2009
Vision Australia's Carols by Candlelight® launched its 72nd year with a "Ho ho ho" from Santa and a "Merry Christmas" from special guest stars, Anthony Callea, Ricki-Lee Coulter, Silvie Paladino, Australian Girls Choir and John Foreman at City Square on 8 December.
Check out the photos below and watch this space for Vision Australia's Carols by Candlelight® photos after 24 December.
Ambassador Anthony Callea |
Weather presenter Shura Taft brought Christmas to viewers early, chatting with Layla and Anthony on Channel Nine's TODAY show. |
The talented John Foreman brought the morning to life on his keyboard. |
Weather reporter Shura Taft brimmed with enthusiasm and energy. |
Left to right (amongst the elves): Silvie Paladino, Layla Bodnar, Ricki-Lee Coulter, John Foreman, Shura Taft, and Santa. |
The Australian Girls Choir brought City Square to life with their sweet voices. |
Anthony helps five-year-old Layla Bodnar to decorate the Christmas tree. |
Volunteers Bev and Hayden selling Myer Christmas baubles for Vision Australia. |





















