Fred Smith in concert

AUSTRALIAN diplomat, author and folk troubadour Fred Smith (Iain Campbell Smith OAM) will bring his sharp, satirical take on the United States to the hinterland, promising equal parts insight, humour and musical flair.

His latest American-themed show, described as a “musical satire safari” through a “troubled little country just south of Canada”, draws on years living and working in the US, alongside a fascination with its history, politics and culture.

He performs at Maleny Community Centre on Saturday, May 16 at 7pm, and Eudlo Hall on Sunday, May 17 at 4pm. Bookings and more details at redchair.com.au.