Shaun’s Kick Ass Party At Luna Park

Just two days after announcing “Shaun’s Kick Ass Party”, an event that would fulfil one of his final wishes, seventeen-year-old Melbourne boy Shaun Miller sadly passed away on Saturday, May 26th.

And in the determined spirit of which the brave young teenager with a passion for comedy lived his short life, the event organisers, along with Shaun’s father, Cameron have announced that the party will go ahead on Friday, June 15th.

At “Shaun’s Kick Ass Party”, the cream of an Australian comedy community known as The ‘Hood will come together under the one roof for the very special event that will celebrate the young and brave life of Shaun, fulfilling one of his remaining wishes to throw a “kick-ass” party to raise awareness for HeartKids Victoria.

“Shaun’s Kick Ass Party” is an all ages event to be, hosted at Luna Park in St Kilda with delicious canapés, BBQ, fancy beverages, free rides, stand-up comedy and special guest appearances from some of Shaun’s favourite celebrities and sporting heroes.

With RocKwiz host Brian Nankervis as MC on the night, five hours of non-stop entertainment will be laid on by comedians Chris Franklin, Doug Chappel, Mick Neven, Greg Fleet, Bev Killick, The Nelson Twins, Lehmo and Vic Plume, with DJ sets by Fiona Scott-Norman and Dave Callan.

TV and radio personalities will join the party, along with a slew of celebrities from the entertainment and sporting worlds.

There will also be an appearance by local rapper B-Mike, who was so touched by Shaun’s farewell message to his friends on YouTube that he wrote a song titled “Stay Strong” which he will perform at the party.

In between the entertainment, Luna Park will open some of its famous rides for party guests, with food and drink provided, all for just $85 (adults) and $40 (kids – under 18 years; free entry for children under the age of two).

Shaun Miller always considered every day as a gift. He was born with complex congenital heart disease and has suffered chronic heart rejection. After his body rejected a second heart transplant, doctors refused a third and upon learning the sad news, Shaun made a “final goodbye” YouTube clip and posted it to his friends on Facebook, little knowing that the clip would go viral worldwide.

He appeared on The Footy Show and as a guest on Neighbours and wished to tick off the remainder of his bucket list by finishing his book (with the help of writer Graeme Brosnan, titled An Awesome Ride) and having a kick-ass party to raise awareness for HeartKids Victoria and the great work they do.

Said Shaun last week, “I just want to sit back in a big chair and watch comedians and people dancing and having a good time.”

We know he will be there in spirit.

Proceeds from the night will contribute towards the completion of Shaun’s book, as well as raising money for HeartKids Victoria.

What: Shaun’s Kick Ass Party
When: Friday 15 June 2012 6pm
Where: Luna Park, St Kilda, Melbourne
Price: Adults $85, under 18s $40
Tickets: www.lunapark.com.au and www.eventix.com.au