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Australia’s longest-running Beatles tribute act, The Beatnix, will return to the stage this May with two performances celebrating the music and legacy of the Fab Four.
Performing on Saturday 23rd May and Sunday 24th May, the acclaimed tribute band will take audiences on a journey through the many eras of The Beatles, recreating the sound and style that defined a generation.
Formed in Perth in 1980 by founder Tony Dean, the group has spent more than three decades building a reputation as one of Australia’s premier Beatles tribute shows. Their performances capture everything from the early days of Beatlemania through to the band’s later studio years, featuring faithful renditions of classic hits from across the Beatles catalogue.
The group has seen a wide range of lineup changes and iterations.
“The band has been going for a long time,” said David Stanley, who has been performing as George Harrison for 15 years.
“We’re doing multiple sets which means we can cover quite a bit of the catalogue. We’re able to include a few cult hits and Beatles easter eggs.”
Known for their attention to detail, The Beatnix perform using authentic instruments, costumes and stage props to recreate the atmosphere of a live Beatles concert. The show begins with the iconic black-and-white suits of the early touring years before transitioning into the colourful Sgt Pepper-era costumes in the second half.
“We’re doing Sergeant Pepper’s, early Beatles and even the Abbey Road style as well.”
The enduring popularity of Beatles music continues to attract audiences of all ages, with fans drawn to the timeless songwriting and nostalgia of the era. Organisers say the upcoming performances promise a night filled with singalongs, memories and classic tunes spanning the group’s entire career.
“The Beatles are one of those bands who blow people away when they discover them for the first time. They are just that good. There are huge cultural achievements in life that just continue to survive. The Beatles have become so classic that they are an institution in their own right.”
There will be costume changes and heaps of Beatlemania to celebrate this legendary band.
Get down to the Airlie Beach Hotel for 2 free shows of Beatles fun.
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