EXPERIENCE the wonder of Roy Orbison in this brilliant theatrical portrayal of the man, his music, his voice, and his life. Only the Lonely…Crying…You Got It…Penny Arcade…Working for the Man…Pretty Woman..so many more…
Mark Shelley is simply brilliant in his characterisation of Roy. He not only has the vocal range and tone to honour his songs, he also has the sensitivity and artistic ability to ‘be’ Roy. His seven piece live band are the finest of Australia’s musicians.
“I am both a massive fan and admirer of Roy’s immense talent, singing and song writing ability. There has been no one like him before or since. It is an absolute privilege to perform his songs, share stories, and take the audience on a wonderful journey. His music is timeless” said Mark.
From his initial success in the 1960’s to the resurgence of his career in the 80’s, Roy Orbison’s voice remained remarkable, communicating an emotional intensity not experienced in popular music before or since. His songs conveyed vulnerability, love, loss and fun. His performance was unique, simple and powerful.
Orbison’s life was littered with personal tragedy, and career highs and lows. His wonderful resurgence in popularity in the late 80’s through to his legendary ‘Black and White Night’ Concert, his solo album ‘Mystery Girl’, and the formation of the Supergroup ‘The Traveling Wilburys’ was a fitting final chapter for such a creative genius.
‘The Roy Orbison Story’ will be at Frankston Arts Centre on Friday 14 November, at 7.30.
Tickets at thefac.com.au or call 9784 1060.
First published in the Frankston Times – 28 October 2025