by Yuri Worontschak and the late Doug MacLeod

"Margaret Fulton: I Sang for My Supper' is a musical homage to Scottish-Australian culinary icon, Margaret Fulton. The work celebrates Fulton's remarkable journey from humble beginnings to becoming Australia's first cooking superstar, forever transforming the nation’s culinary landscape.

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Set against the backdrop of World War II, the play opens with a young Margaret working in a factory, far removed from the kitchens she would one day revolutionise. As a resilient single mother living in Sydney’s The Rocks, Margaret navigates a male-dominated society with determination, her passion for food propelling her forward. The story follows her rise to fame as she overcomes personal and professional challenges to introduce a new era of Australian cuisine.

 

Interwoven with Fulton's personal life, including her romances, heartbreaks, and financial struggles, the musical brings to life the relatable, multifaceted woman behind the iconic cookbook that sold 1.5 million copies worldwide. Her philosophy of making elegant, simple cooking accessible to Australian homes is celebrated through lively music and engaging narratives. 

 

"Margaret Fulton: I Sang for My Supper" stands as a tribute to her life, capturing the wit, resilience, and legacy of a woman who redefined Australian cooking and culture for generations. From Cairns to Kalgoorlie, thousands have watched this tribute to her extraordinary life.