Kris Knight

Kris Knight is a versatile Australian performer with a passion for bringing rock ‘n’ roll legends to life on stage. Best known for his dynamic portrayal in The Australian Buddy Holly Show, Kris has wowed audiences across Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, New Caledonia, and on cruise ships throughout the Pacific and New Zealand. He has opened for some of Australia’s and the world’s leading Elvis Tribute Artists, including Dean Vegas, Mark Andrew, and the world-renowned Dean Z.

Before launching his Buddy Holly tribute, Kris performed at Warner Bros. Movie World and completed international stints at Universal Studios Japan. A graduate of Australia’s acclaimed Theatre Nepean at the University of Western Sydney, he has built a career that spans theatre, live music, television, and film—his recent screen project Crossways continues to collect awards on the international festival circuit.

A lifelong fan of Elvis Presley, Kris treasures his personal collection of Elvis films and posters at his home in the country. With his powerful voice, stage charisma, and deep respect for musical icons, Kris is thrilled to be part of the Parkes Elvis Festival, sharing his love of performance with audiences from near and far.