Imagine what it would be like if many of the great names in music from the 40’s through the 80’s decided to come to Whidbey Island to perform for your enjoyment and to raise money for the Oak Harbor High School stadium project.

You know, acts such as The Andrews Sisters, Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, The Beach Boys, Elvis, Tina Turner, Tom Jones, Cyndi Lauper, ABBA, The Mamas and The Papas and many more.

Well, thanks to Soroptomist International of Oak Harbor, and the Timebenders of Victoria, Canada, Whidbey Island is going to be entertained with a repeat performance of a concert that had everyone dancing in the aisles and will surely be remembered for years to come.

Better yet, everyone who attends the concert will help the school district get one step closer to funding a new stadium, which will certainly be remembered for years and years to come.

Saturday, Feb. 5, the Timebenders will perform a four-hour concert of the greatest hits of years gone by at Oak Harbor High School from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. Known for their exceptional talent and high-energy performances, the Timebenders reenact the music of the 40’s through the 80’s with a style and vitality that has made them favorites to thousands of fans across Canada, the United States and Mexico.

The group’s many costume changes and exquisite impersonations add color and realism to their amazing talent. The show is not confined to the boundaries of the stage, but explodes into the audience as they move among the crowd and interact with all in attendance. Audience members are brought onto the stage to join in during several numbers, such as The Village People’s “YMCA”, or Elvis’ “Heartbreak Hotel”.

Each and every number performed is an authentic and electrifying recreation of the original, both in sight and sound. You will not be able to resist dancing, clapping and joining in as the Timbenders deliver this magical, musical trip down memory lane.

Audience response to last year’s concert was to demand a repeat performance. As former State Rep Barry Sehlin said, “My wife and I are glad we didn’t miss the show last year. We found this to be one of the most entertaining evenings we’ve ever had. Whidbey Islanders are fortunate to have another chance to be part of this great family evening.”

Proceeds from the concert have been pledged to support the Oak Harbor High School Stadium Project. Soroptimist International of Oak Harbor has made all the arrangements for this concert, and the Timebenders have graciously agreed to make this special trip to Whidbey Island to support this fund raising effort.

Soroptimist President Becky King said that the club is thrilled to bring these talented performers back to Oak Harbor.

“Not only do the ticket proceeds benefit the Stadium Project,” she said, “but the community gets a chance to enjoy a Las Vegas act right here on Whidbey Island. Soroptimist International of Oak Harbor is grateful to community supporters like Wal-Mart and The Coachman Inn for helping to bring the Timebenders to Oak Harbor”.

The Timebender’s Magical Rock and Roll Review will be performed in Parker Hall of Oak Harbor High School Saturday, Feb. 5, starting at 6 p.m. Tickets are $20. Tickets are on advance sale at Discount Party Store, The Daily Grind, The Boys and Girls Club, Whidbey Printers, Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce, Big Brothers / Big Sisters, Bayshore Chiropractic and from Oak Harbor High School DECA students.

Phone orders can be made by calling 675-3755. Seating is limited, so while there may be tickets on sale at the door, advance purchase is encouraged.