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Dom Arpa (Arpa Productions) brings you the Perth Elvis Festival for the very first time, October 8-10, 2021.
You will be mesmerised by most authentic Elvis Tribute Acts from around the world including Ultimate Elvis Winners direct from Graceland Bill Cherry & Jay Dupuis, Plus the rising star, Riley Jenkins, who will bring you a 50s act like never seen before! The boys will be rocking the stage with 5 uniquely themed & different shows over 3 days. You will also witness Australia’s number 1 Elvis Tribute Artist in Jack Gatto feature throughout the entire weekend!
The festival will be held at the famous ASTOR THEATRE.
The Festival will feature the following spectacular shows: The Hits, (Elvis Presley’s biggest hits from around the world), From the big screen (Elvis in the movies), From Vegas to Indianapolis (The first ever show in 69 to his final show in 77), How Great Thou Art (The Gospel according to Elvis Presley), and 3 of the best (The Louisiana Hayride, 68 Comeback Special, and Aloha)
Australia’s ‘Tributes in Concert band’ direct from Adelaide, and led by Jason Russo, will back every show, and bring you every song exactly how Elvis Presley wanted it, and played it. When you have the greatest acts backed by the greatest Elvis band in the world, you can’t go wrong!
As a COVID Precaution by the local government, tickets may be limited to all shows so don’t wait to get tickets!
Thank you, Thank you very much!
The Hits! (Elvis Presley’s biggest hits from around the world)
From the big screen (Elvis in the movies)
From Vegas to Indianapolis (The first ever show in 69 to his final show in77)
How Great Thou Art (The Gospel according to Elvis Presley)
3 of the Best (The Louisiana hayride, 68 Comeback Special, and Aloha)
A life-long fan, Bill began his professional ETA career in 1989, eager to honor the memory and music of his idol. He specializes in the concert years.
Bill takes great pride in each performance. Onstage, he completely transforms himself into the King of Rock & Roll. With precise vocals, movements, and an uncanny physical resemblance, Bill’s interpretive style is instantly recognizable and embraced by his audience. From the most tender love ballads, to the hard-rockin show stoppers, Bill delivers each song with impeccable energy, spirit and heart, like that of his mentor.
His efforts to maintain a respectful and accurate tribute to Elvis have provided nothing short of successful, as Bill received numerous awards throughout his career. Prior to Memphis, Bill took first place at the 2009 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artists in Tupelo, Mississippi. This back to back win proved historic as it was the first time any ETA won the title of Ultimate Elvis at both the birthplace and the hometown of Elvis Presley in the same consecutive year.
Bill’s titles include: Frist place Winner 2009 Ultimate Winner in Tupelo, Mississippi. 2009 Mid West tribute to the king competition, Springfield, Illinois; First place winner 2007 Elvis Extravaganza contest, Henderson, Kentucky; First place Ultimate ETA contest in the lake of the Ozarks, Missouri, and first price winner at Blueberry Hill’s ‘Elvis Look Alike, Sound Alike’ content in St. Louis, Missouri from 1990 to 1994. Bill also won the ‘Heart of the king’ award in Las Vegas in 2011.
Bill continues to entertain fans worldwide and salute the greatest entertainer of all time. Bill has spent the past year travelling and touring the country as well as in Europe. Bill just completed a 5 month tour as a featured artist on the ‘Elvis Lives Tour”.
Jay was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana where he lived most of his childhood life. Growing up in a house where his father was a professional musician made it very easy for Jay to follow in his dads footsteps. It was no surprise that Jay had an ear for music, but at the early age of three, his mom played a record of Elvis Presley singing ‘Hound Dog’. As he listened, his eyes lit up, he smiled with excitement and his hips started to move. Begging his mom to play it over and over again, Jay soon became a huge fan of the King of Rock ‘n Roll. Shortly after, Jay got his first taste of live performing impersonating Elvis for his family and friends at social gatherings. “I would wear white pants and a white dress shirt, flip up my collar to mimic a jumpsuit, pretend I was the King and put on shows for anyone who would watch”.
Growing up, Jay read extensively about Elvis’ life, studying Elvis’ performances, movies and singing style. When Jay wasn’t studying Elvis, he was doing extensive studio work or performing live on stage behind a drum kit. Jay was considered a professional drummer at the young age of only 14.
In 2014, Jay entered the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist World Championship. Its a contest that host hundreds of Elvis tribute artist from around the world, all competed to win the title of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist World Champion. This is the only contest that is produced and sanctioned by the estate of Elvis Presley (Elvis Presley Enterprises).
After two days of competition, Jay won the world title and is now recognized by Elvis Presley Enterprises as their ULTIMATE WORLD CHAMPION and the best Elvis tribute artist in the entire world. Now as a full time entertainer, Jay travels the world performing his tribute to Elvis Presley. His vocal ability, incredible likeness, and natural charisma have made him one of the foremost, sought after Elvis Tribute Artists on the planet. His southern form and captive charm coupled with his uncanny sound and presence will make you feel as if you are watching the King himself.
Jay feels extremely blessed to be able to travel the world performing on stage as his lifelong idol. He also considers being an Elvis tribute artist a true blessing and holds great honor in paying tribute to the greatest entertainer of all time.