WHAT’S ON | SEPTEMBER 2024
9 to 5 The MusicalMacabre Theatre Co.
Fri 30 Aug | Sun 1 Sep
Set in the late 1970s, this hilarious story of friendship and revenge is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic.
Cirque Africa
Thu 12 Sep | 7.30PM
Cirque Africa is produced and directed by ‘Papa Africa’ aka Winston Ruddle, the director who brought us the hit broadway show Cirque Mother Africa.
5 Walker Street, Maryborough 4122 6060
Box Office Open Monday to Friday: 8.30am – 4pm
Aldridge Album Launch and Music Night
Tue 3 Sep | 6.00PM
Aldridge State High invites family, friends and the Fraser Coast Community to the 2024 Aldridge Album Launch.
Hal and Bacharach
- The Hit Makers
Sat 21 Sep | 7.30PM
Wild Goat Entertainment together with Sharp Eleven are proud to present Hal & Bacharach - The Hitmakers.
The Kings of County Rock Tour
Fri 6 Sep | 8.00PM
An epic musical salute to Americas number one country rock legends: The Eagles and Creedence Clearwater Revival.
Celtic Illusion 2024
Mon 23 Sep | 7.30PM
Immerse yourself in one of the most unique productions touring the world. Celtic Illusion, the Irish dance and Grand Illusion sensation.
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Qld Conservatorium Brass Band in Concert
Sun 8 Sep | 2.00PM
Experience timeless elegance and power of the Queensland Conservatorium Brass Band, featuring well-known classics from the stage and sceen.
Apollo JacksonBeyond Illusion
Wed 25 Sep | 7.00pm
Direct from Miami Florida, in his first blockbuster tour back on home soil, Apollo Jackson presents: Beyond Illusion.
COVER IMAGE: Detail of Phoebe Paradise with Halle Bryant and Matthew Graveson, The Hunters, 2024, mural, installation view: Hervey Bay Regional Gallery.
Tinana Live!
Tue 10 Sep | 6.00pM
Tinana State School yearly Performance Showcase. Strings, Band and Choral students in the Music Program perform for parents and friends.
Billy vs Elton
Fri 27 Sep | 7.30PM
Billy vs Elton is guaranteed to take you on a brilliant fun and song filled journey through the incredible music careers of two giants of the entertainment industry.
MRAC Cinema Club presents Radical
Wed 11 Sep | 6.30PM
This film is a comedy/drama based on a true story and is directed by Christopher Zalla. Film release date: 2023 Film language: Spanish. Tix @ Door
Dreams - Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks Show
Sat 28 Sep | 7.30PM
Surrender to the enchantment of Dreams, as we recreate everything from their live show spectacle to clothes to choreography.
Exhibiting until 8 September
40th Annual
Competitive
Art Exhibition
Hervey Bay
Art Society
Exhibition Opening Fri 20 Sep | 5.30pm
Join us for the launch of a new suite of exhibitions at the gallery and meet the artists.
166 Old Maryborough Rd, Hervey Bay 4197 4206
Open Tuesday to Friday: 10am - 4pm
Weekends: 10am - 2pm. FREE ENTRY
Exhibitions: 21 September – 17 November
Forest to Fibre: FCRC Hardwood Plantations
Cutting edge research into sustainable timber processing and design alongside local stories, artworks and histories.
Phoebe Paradise: ‘Burbs to the Bay
Known for her brightly coloured illustrations, murals and public art installations, this work examines the oftenoverlooked charm of the suburban and mundane.
Regional Spotlight
The inaugural Regional Spotlight exhibition is a showcase of artistic talent from across the region.
Images (clockwise from top left): Paul Neale, Cockatoo Eating Berries, 2023, pastel; Purpose Built, State Library of Queensland, 2023. Photo: Katie Bennett; Phoebe Paradise, Foundation, 2023, photo by Joey Bailey. Commissioned by Museum of Brisbane for Botanica 2023; Julie McGillivray, Sweet Tucker, 2023, acrylic paint, resin, banksia cones.
WHAT’S ON | SEPTEMBER 2024
311 Kent St, Maryborough 4190 5818
Open Tuesday to Friday: 9.30am - 3.30pm Weekends: 9.30am - 2pm. FREE ENTRY
Artspace exhibitions until 15 September
Jamie Congdon On a limb
Hervey Bay Spinners, Weavers & Fibre Artists
Traditional Textiles in the 21st Century
Stefano Guseli
A Trilogy - Cultural Diversity, Quietude of Profit & Woman in White
Lucinda Dumont Faces
Artspace exhibitions: 21 September – 3 November
Creative Generations North Coast Region Students
Showcasing works from senior Visual Arts students.
Opening event Sat 5 Oct | 11AM
Twenty24
St Mary’s College
A diverse range of artwork, both traditional and contemporary in style from Year 7-12 students.
Opening event Fri 11 Oct | 6PM
Workshops & Programs
Ditch the technology weaving workshop
Tue 17 Sep | 10AM
Picture to Weaving with Urshula Stehle Sat 28 Sep | 9AM - 4PM
Printmaking Print Studio
Weekly Wed & Sat | 10AM - 2PM
Artist in Residence –Jo Williams
Until 5 Sep
Creative Space Showcase
Connection in the Dust –a Normanton Experience
Nora Hanasy & Jo Williams
14–29 Sep
Interwoven: a showcase of felting and weaving
Workshop participants 14-29 Sep
Images (clockwise from top left): Halle Bryant, A Question of meaning on the death bed of life; Maya Haman, St Mary’s College; Kelly Leonard, Ditch the technology weaving workshop.
Kent & Richmond Sts, Maryborough 4123 7221
Open Tuesday to Friday 9.30am - 3.30pm Weekends 9.30am - 2pm. Entry fee applies
Sensory Friendly Sessions
Tuesdays 9:30am - 11:30am
School Holiday Create
Your Own Herbal Sachet
14 - 29 September
School Holiday Pocket Park Lawn Games 14 - 29 September
in the birthplace of her author PL Travers
Explore the heritage listed former bank as you interact with displays featuring the life of P.L. Travers and her enchanting stories of the practically perfect nanny. Featuring two levels of interactive displays, pocket park and retail shop.
Fraser Coast Scene is distributed free as a marketing and engagement initiative of Fraser Coast Regional Council. It’s about promoting Council’s programs and services by sharing stories of our arts and cultural community and their connection to Council’s spaces.
STAY INSPIRED!
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
Wharf Street, Maryborough 4190 5722
Open Tuesday to Friday 9.30am - 3.30pm Weekends 9.30am - 2pm. FREE ENTRY
Lets Dig into It
26 Sept | 10am–12pm & 1.30pm–3.30pm
Ages 10 +. Dig into our archaeological school holiday activity and learn about the artifacts you find.
Curator in Conversation
By appointment
Senior Museums Coordinator
Angela Isnor shares the trials and transformations of the Bond Store since the devasting 2022 floods.
A taste of the past
Explore the Bond Store and let this beautiful, heritage-listed building share its stories as you wander through the space.
Add to your experience with tantalizing tales and fantastic flavours. Enjoy a selection of premium quality ports and liqueurs as our storytellers share tales inspired by objects from our collection.
Take home a taste of the region with delicious delicacies or curious keepsakes.
Tastings & Treasures
By appointment
Enjoy a selection of premium quality liqueurs as one of our storytellers share tales inspired by objects from our collection.
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 recognise 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.
ART AND SOUL OF THE REGION
PROFILE: MARYBOROUGH REGIONAL ARTS COUNCIL
Living in regional areas, we are blessed with a quiet, laid-back lifestyle. However, locals sometimes miss out on arts and cultural experiences readily available in larger cities, with travel being costly and time consuming. Now, thanks to a partnership between the Maryborough Regional Arts Council (MRAC), the Queensland Conservatorium and Brolga Theatre, the Fraser Coast has been gifted with incredible opportunities to experience musical performances of the quality and scale previously only seen on the Brisbane stage.
Since its formation, MRAC has delivered an impressive and diverse catalogue of events to the Fraser Coast. From humble beginnings in the late 70s, intimate musical performances were presented in restaurants and small venues for those who appreciated classical sounds. After incorporating in 1999 and following the opening of the Brolga Theatre
in 2000, events expanded to include an assortment of exquisite visual and performing arts, along with the popular monthly foreign and art-house film nights.
With a desire to promote and support the appreciation and investment in the arts, MRAC further enhances their experiences with a mingling of performers and attendees postperformance. This engagement encourages a fellowship for arts enthusiasts.
Audiences can experience the timeless elegance of the Queensland Conservatorium Brass Band when they perform at the Brolga Theatre on 8th September. Read the full story online >
Story: April Spadina .
Photo: Cody Fox