A spokesman for Bulletproof Convertible said the fundraiser for both the Ophir Peace Memorial Hall and playcentre would be the 21st Dead Rockers Ball, and the sixth in Central Otago, the band had performed.
Harking back to the dances of the 1960s and ’70s, the hall would be set up cabaret style with tables and chairs with plenty of room for the purpose of the evening — dancing.
In keeping with the era, tickets included traditional supper food such as sandwiches, sausage rolls and cakes.
There was no dress code, as long as it was suitable for dancing, but some people liked to embrace the theme and dress as rock stars who had departed. For others, an op shop ball gown and a classic leather jacket and denim was also entirely suitable, he said.
The Ophir Peace Memorial Hall was built in 1926 with proceeds from community fundraising events.
The hall floor was constructed of board just 5cm wide which made an excellent dance floor.
The Ophir Hall is one of only two Peace Memorial halls in New Zealand.
All the others from the time were War Memorial halls. At some stage the name was changed, but in 1986 it was restored to being a Peace Memorial Hall.
From 1928 movies were shown in the hall and in 1929 the supper room was built and electric lighting installed.
In the past few years further improvements have been made, including a renovated kitchen, new toilet blocks, heat pumps and new sound and cinema equipment.
The hall maintains its place as the centre of the community, with live music, dances and events.
Proceeds from the concert will be split between the Play Centre and investing in hall upkeep and improving the live music experience.
