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A beloved act is soon returning to Airlie Beach, for laughs, sing-alongs and a hefty wave of nostalgia.
On Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th June, Back To The 70s, 80s, & 90s are back with their iconic spoofs, parodies and performances of songs that transcend time, making every generation want to laugh, dance and scream along.
Embracing every bit of ‘cringe’ and flamboyance from yesteryear, the act sees performers embody stars from the past with a comedy twist- take, for instance, ‘Meat Tray,’ frontman Alex’s take on Meat Loaf.
The action-packed performance pulls out all the stops, seeing performers undergo up to 25 costume changes, donning looks that range from leg warmers & spandex, to a particularly iconic, and notably snug pair of golden hotpants.
Some of the show’s top numbers include hits from ABBA, Michael Jackson, Tina Turner – even, to much acclaim, a performance of the Proclaimer’s 500 Miles. When asked why the latter was so popular with crowds, frontman Alex’s answer was simple:
“Never look under the kilt of a Scotsman.”
As for what audiences should expect from the gig, they are encouraged to expect the unexpected.
“It's a cocktail - shaken, not stirred, with a twist of insanity.” Alex said.
“You’ve basically got the ingredients for a day where you never know how it's gonna go.”
According to Alex, the reason that music from the past still packs a punch is that it’s passed down through the generations.
“The music that is passed on, is the music people identify with; it takes them back.”
Back to the 70s, 80s and 90s, is a celebration of that- of the way music can transport, and transcend time.
The cabaret’s aim is to remind us that we’re never too old to have a good time , whilst showing the younger crowd that there is more to music than monotonous beats & fist pumping.
“Airlie Beach is a home away from home for all of us.” Alex added.
“We've done it a few times now. The venue always looks after us with, and to be picked and asked to come and play, it's really wonderful.”
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