Max Kay

Born in Scotland, he moved to Perth, Western Australia in 1967, where he was known for his theatre restaurants and involvement in public life.

Kay began his career as a performer in Scotland, and toured internationally as the manager of fellow Scottish entertainer Andy Stewart.

In 1980, Kay spent $1 million converting an old factory in Highgate to hold an expanded Civic Theatre,[2] which ran until he closed it in 2001.

[3][4] After moving on from the theatre restaurants he continued to perform one-man shows,[5][6] but concentrated on charity work, as a councillor on the Perth City Council, and as member of several boards.

[15][16] The event was opened with the Rockingham City Pipe Band playing in Hay Street, and continued in the theatre.