Donella’s polished, professional performance lights up the stage every time, showcasing her unique ability to not only sound uncannily like Dolly Parton, but to capture Dolly’s iconic vocal inflections, warmth, and larger‑than‑life persona. Her tribute is more than imitation — it’s a heartfelt, authentic celebration of the legend herself, delivered with the charm, humour, and showbiz shine that only Donella can bring. 

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Her journey as a Dolly Parton tribute artist began in the early 2000s, and the momentum has never stopped. For more than two decades, Donella has taken her own shows — including her hugely popular Dolly Parton Tribute — to esteemed venues across Australia, earning overwhelming audience response and a loyal following. Her dedication, professionalism, and unmistakable Dolly sparkle have firmly established her as one of the country’s most respected and enduring tribute performers.

2022 was the year Donella began making a calculated comeback and did so by headlining at the Nanango Country Music Festival in September and it's been full steam ahead since. 2023 kicked off
in style with a lineup of shows at the prestigious Tamworth Country Music Festival, catching up with many excited avid followers and new fans, so thrilled to see Donella back at what she does best!
2024 Tamworth Country Music Festival saw Donella share the stage as
"Dolly" along with the amazing and talents artists, TC Cassidy, Andy Penkow and Australia's favourite TV Dr Karl Kennedy from "Neighbours" Mr Alan Fletcher.

2025 Tamworth Country Music Festival saw Donella once again bring her "Dolly" to the big stage at the Capitol Theatre with a support of a Kenny Rogers Tribute and fantastic band of musicians - Hosted by the one and only fiddle player extraordinaire Pixie Jenkins.

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2026 - Donella is taking her "Aussie Dolly Show" on the road and recording a new "Donella" album - inspired by the one and only "Dolly Parton" 

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​​​​Go back in time, from the 60, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and into the new Millenium with the music of Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers.  Brought to you by husband and wife team, Donella Waters and Greg Bray.

You will hear some of Dolly’s biggest hits including 9 to 5, Here You Come Again, Coat of Many Colours, Backwoods Barbie, Blue Smoke and more!

This show will have you tapping your feet, clapping your hands and singing along to the Kenny Rogers crowd pleasers such as The Gambler, Coward of the County, Daytime Friends and more. 

Taking centre stage, these two tribute artists bring to life the smash hit duets such as Islands in The Stream, Real Love, We’ve Got Tonight and You Can’t Make old Friends. 

This tribute truly has the chemistry that is Dolly & Kenny.