Fraser Coast Scene - November 2022

THE STORY TELLER

ARTIST PROFILE: IAN BROWN

In an age when conversations are had by text and email, Maryborough creative Ian Brown embraces the art of talking, with passion and fervour. Affectionately known as The Maryborough Storyteller, Ian’s love of history and culture has carved a lifetime of curiosity and the desire to explore and share his discoveries.

Ian has a connection to Maryborough that goes deeper than simply being an inhabitant. It’s a connection to the landscape and the fractured history of the Original Inhabitants that stirs his essence right to the core, almost as if he is part of the earth he walks on in a literal sense. He feels an energy from the Mary River and its surrounding landscape that is tangled in his veins, and an incredible urge to tell the stories of those who cannot, and as an artist he knows that it’s part of his makeup to gravitate towards injustice with a need to rectify wrongdoings.

For many years, Ian has told the stories of others, and now it’s time to share his own story. For the past year he has been

consumed in the writing of a memoir titled “Golden Child” an account of his own life, interwoven with pivotal moments of history that have left their mark on Ian’s soul.

As a small child, Ian lay in the deep grass by the trickling stream of Ululah Lagoon. He was consumed by how perfectly wonderful the world was, intensely enthralled by the beauty of his surroundings, and it was in that moment that he had an epiphany. Eight year old Ian had realised there was something very fractured in the world that he didn’t understand, and from that moment on he has searched for answers to the world’s questions.

Now as he sits overlooking the beautiful river and walks the land he feels deeprooted connection to, Ian Brown is still that small child, full of wonderment and curiosity. He is a poet in the fields of Elysium, forever the performer, the eternal Story Teller.

COVER IMAGE:

The Maryborough Cenotaph in Queens Park celebrates its 100th Anniversary on Saturday 19 November 2022. Photo: Debbie Polley.

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This guide shares a taste of Council’s arts, culture and heritage program and was correct at time of printing. To keep up to date with the latest information visit our website.

We welcome contributions from our creative community. For more information email ArtsCulture@frasercoast.qld.gov.au

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Fraser Coast Regional Council acknowledges to the east, the Butchulla (Badtjala) and to the west, the Kabi Kabi (Gubbi Gubbi) People, their connection to Country (land, sea and sky) and recognises the many places of cultural, spiritual, social and economic significance in the community. We pay respects to their Elders – past, present and emerging. We also acknowledge other First Nation Aboriginals and the Torres Strait Islander people, who reside in the Fraser Coast region.

Eclectic - La Danza Studio

Sun 6 Nov | 2PM

Celebrate 15 years of dance with La Danza Studio. Eclectic features a broad range of dance styles: Tap, Contemporary, Lyrical, Jazz, Musical Theatre and Hip Hop.

The Seagull - NT Live

Tue 8 Nov | 1PM

Sun 13 Nov | 3PM

Emilia Clarke (Game of Thrones) makes her West End debut in this 21st-century retelling of Anton Chekhov’s tale of love and loneliness.

Lunana: a yak in the classroom - MRAC Cinema Night

Wed 9 Nov | 6.30PM

Bhutanese drama/comedy

chronicling the aspirations of a young man who lives with his grandmother.

Rouge - Toni Robinson’s Dance School

Sat 3 Dec | 1.30PM & 6PM

There’s plenty of excitement, entertainment, sparkle and all things Rouge awaiting our audience at our 2022 concert.

Force - Hervey Bay Dance School

Sat 10 Dec | 10AM & 3.30PM

A showcase of our award winning talent, choreographed by some of the best in the industry, will have you hooked.

Much Ado About NothingNT Live

Mon 12 Dec | 1PM

Thu 15 Dec | 7PM

Escape to the 1930s Italian Riviera with Shakespeare’s much-loved comedy of new beginnings.

WHAT’S ON | NOVEMBER

5 Walker Street, Maryborough 4122 6060

Box Office Open Monday to Friday: 8.30am – 4pm

Rhythm of the Night - League Studio

Sat 12 Nov | 12PM & 5.30PM

A collection of triple threat performances by our talented dancers through expert costuming, lighting & sound.

Glow - Sparks Dance Centre

Sun 20 Nov | 1PM & 6.30PM Sparks Dance Centre will light up your day with Glow. Enjoy entertaining routines by their shining stars in a range of exciting dance styles.

you with a range of dance styles and routines! From Dr

Seuss to cabaret – sparkle and excitement await.

Morning Melodies -

Darren Coggan in Home For Christmas

Thu 15 Dec | 11AM

Embrace the festive spirit of Christmas in Australia through a collection of singa-long songs and stories.

Creedence Clearwater Collective

Fri 16 Dec | 7.30PM

A celebration of Creedence Clearwater Revival – join us as we walkthrough the life and music of one of the world’s most iconic bands.

Dreams – Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks Show

Sat 17 Dec | 8PM

Re-live one of the legendary bands and performers of the seventies and eighties –Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks.

166 Old Maryborough Rd, Hervey Bay 4197 4206

FREE ENTRY Open Tuesday to Friday: 10am - 4pm Weekends: 10am - 2pm. Closed Mondays.

EXHIBITIONS: UNTIL SUN 27 NOV

Bill Henson: the light fades but the gods remain

Two key series by Bill Henson, one of Australia’s most eminent artists, exploring the suburb of Glen Waverley where he grew up.

JamFactory Icon Kunmanara Carroll: NgayluNyanganyi Ngura Winki (I can see all those places)

Captivating paintings and ceramics merge a deep knowledge of country with a beautifully intricate yet minimalist style.

LAST LOOK EVENT

Sat 26 Nov | 10AM - 12.30PM

Your last chance to experience the current exhibitions. Spend a morning celebrating all things woven with hands-on activities and a chance for a yarn.

Hervey Bay Spinners, Weavers and Fibre Artists: Colours of Australia

Showcasing works by the Hervey Bay Spinners, Weavers and Fibre Artists.

2020; Bill Henson, Untitled 107 1985–86 from the series Untitled 1985–86 pigment ink-jet print,

Images (clockwise from top left): Kunmanara Carroll,

Courtesy of the artist, Tolarno Galleries (Melbourne) and Roslyn

Bay Spinners, Weavers and Fibre Artists (a collaborative project), East Coast to West Coast

Fox.

SUN 6 NOV

St Mary’s College

Golden Years of Clay

Wide Bay Burnett

Association Inc.

CREATIVE SPACE

100th

Thu 17 Nov - Wed 30 Nov

A selection of photos and drawings to celebrate the monument’s centenary.

311 Kent St, Maryborough 4190 5818

FREE ENTRY Open Weekdays: 9.30am - 3.30pm

Weekends & Public Holidays: 9.30am - 2pm

FRI 11 NOV - SUN 8 JAN

Waste to Art

NIGHT:

11 Nov | 6PM

This exciting competition and exhibition gives aspiring and professional artists the chance to explore and share their waste reduction messages whilst showcasing their artistic ability.

WORKSHOPS, TALKS AND DEMONSTRATIONS

Print for your life

Sat 6 Nov | 10AM

Printmaking workshop - life drawers can create art prints from their work.

Contemporary Collagraphs

Sat 12 Nov | 10AM

Work with experienced printmakers to create card sized collagraphs using adhesive foil.

Print Studio Weekly Wed & Sat 10AM-2PM

Drawing Classes Weekly Sat 10AM-12PM

Drawing Classes Weekly Sat 12PM-2PM

Images (clockwise from top left): Isabelle Falk, Self portrait, drawing; Franz Suhrbier, Waste to Art entry. Photo: Patrice Chapman; Valerie McIntosh, life drawing, drypoint; Cenotaph Photo: Fraser Coast Regional Council; Erica Chapman, The Bird Cairn, ceramic. Photo: Trevor Spohr.