By BRIDGET COOK
THE community is invited along to rock around the world to help keep history alive in Casey.
The Cranbourne Shire Historical Society, which runs the Fisherman’s Cottage museum on the Tooradin foreshore, is holding its major fund-raiser for the year on Saturday 19 July.
A popular two-man show by comedic musicians Dave Allen and Ronnie Soul will be the feature of the night, as they perform rock and roll material from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s in full costume.
The Rock Around the World show takes the audience on a musical journey of the great hits including those of Roy Orbison, Bill Hayley, Buddy Holly, the Kalin Twins, Mick Jagger, Cliff Richard and Rod Stewart.
There are also comedic routines including Elvis from Hong Kong, John and Yoko, Chubby Chinese Checker, Andy Stewart, Tina Turner and a tribute to the Australian great Johnny O’Keefe.
Carol Edwards, member of the Cranbourne Shire Historical Society, said she had seen their show before and it was not to be missed.
Ms Edwards said it would have you singing and dancing along, as well as in fits of laughter.
“Come along and help raise money for the historical society,” she said.
“Help keep history alive in the area.
“It’s a show that anyone could enjoy – people of all ages.
“I promise it will be a great night out.”
There will also be raffles on the night and people can get together a table of eight to 10 people.
The cost is $25 per head and it’s BYO glasses, drink and nibbles.
All money raised will go to the Cranbourne Shire Historical Society, so they can continue their work in managing the Fisherman’s Cottage museum and its collection of photographs, documents and maps relating to the Cranbourne and Tooradin areas.
The event will be held on Saturday 19 July at 7pm at the Balla Balla Community Centre.
For tickets call Ms Edwards on 5998 3201 or Scott on 0413 065 132.
The historical society meets on the fourth Thursday of the month at 8pm at the Old Shire Offices in Cranbourne. All are welcome to join.
