Peace Train Port Macquarie July 15, 2011

Back in the 70s, Cat Stevens was the ultimate rock star. Talented, charismatic, with a seemingly endless succession of beautiful melodies streaming from his imagination, the international singing star had everything. He sold more than 60 million albums, earned enough money to last several lifetimes, and enjoyed all the trappings of fame.

But he wanted more out of life. So at the height of his career he shocked the world by taking his last bow. The music stopped and Cat Stevens was no more.

Peace Train, is a night of music and story-telling which will strike a chord deep inside the heart of anyone who longs for something more; A journey back in time, recreating the sights and sounds, seeking out the man in the music and telling the story behind the songs.
Hear twenty-three hits sung with remarkable authenticity by one of Australia’s most exciting young artists backed by a high-energy band. From Moonshadow to Remember The Days Of The Old School Yard, Lady D’Arbanville, Sad Lisa, Father & Son and Peace Train, Darren Coggan traces the path of a man who never stopped wondering about how to make the world a better place.

Since its debut performance at the Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre back in 2006, Peace Train has gone on to inspire many others, playing to standing ovations in the most prestigious venues in Australia including The Sydney Opera House, Melbourne Arts Centre Hamer Hall, Adelaide Festival Theatre, QPAC Concert Hall Brisbane, and Burswood Theatre.

"Our schedule didn’t allow us to play Newcastle or Port Macquarie on last years’ national tour, so we wanted to make sure that we made these towns a priority for 2011. I’m really looking forward to playing the beautiful Civic Theatre and Glasshouse, performing Cat's timeless songs and spreading his message of peace, tolerance and understanding. These songs are just as important in our world today as when they were first written, perhaps even more so" said Darren Coggan. "This is a full theatrical experience with a positive and passionate narrative".

Darren Coggan has toured extensively with stage shows Grease – The Mega Musical, Happy Days – The Arena Mega Musical, and Shout – The Musical Of The Wild One. Meanwhile, he has appeared regularly on TV, including several guest appearances on Channel 7's All Saints and recently was awarded his second Golden Guitar at the 37th CMAA Country Music Awards for his moving album War Stories.

Saturday 16th @ 4:00pm