The Addams Family
They’re creepy and they’re kooky. History’s darkest family comes to life in all its spook-tacular glory these summer holidays when Sunshine Coast Youth Theatre presents the youth edition of The Addams Family. A cast of 50 talented performers, all under 18 years of age, will bring this iconic story to life in this original musical about love, family, honesty and growing up. The Addams Family is a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family and reminds us all that while the unknown may be creepy, and the darkness may be my spooky, only when it’s dark enough can we see the stars.
When: Sunday, January 15, 4pm.
Where: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.
Entry: $25 to $35 via The Events Centre.
8 Ball Aitken and Kallidad play Maleny Lane
Swamp-blues-rocker 8 Ball Aitken and guitar sorcerers Kallidad are joining force to play Maleny Lane. Kallidad combines Spanish guitar sorcery with rock and roll energy. 8 Ball Aitken has toured the world for more than a decade performing his swampy-blues-rock across 20 countries to date. Don’t miss this event when the two musical forces of nature come together for a huge night of music at the Maleny Lane.
When: Friday, January 13, 6pm to 9pm.
Where: Maleny Lane, 38 Maple Street, Maleny.
Entry: $30 via Eventbrite or $40 at the door.
Disco Revolution
Pull together your gang for a euphoric dose of disco fever and an ode to discotheque and Studio 54, the infamous club synonymous with cultural acceptance, wild parties and good times. Disco Revolution’s show is for passionate disco and dance lovers. Over-18s only.
When: Friday, January 13, 8pm.
Where: Kings Beach Tavern, 43 Burgess Street, Kings Beach.
Entry: $36.95 via Sunshine Coast Events.
Joe Camilleri and the Black Sorrows
The Black Sorrows continue to be one of Australia’s most prolific and enduringly popular bands, renowned for their high-energy live shows, musicianship and infectious, roots-soaked blues rock. They’ve sold more than two million albums to date and won an ARIA Award for best group.
When: Saturday, January 14, 7.30pm to 10.30pm.
Where: Sunshine Coast Function Centre, 19 West Terrace, Caloundra.
Entry: $40 via TryBooking.
Lucy Locket Shadow Puppet Show
Join Lucy Locket on her incredible journey as she discovers the importance of being yourself, and that there’s only one of you in the whole universe. Full of fun and adventure, this is a great show for the little ones.
When: Wednesday, January 11, 10am to 10.45am.
Where: Caloundra Library, 8 Omrah Avenue, Caloundra.
Entry: Free, register via Sunshine Coast Events.
Spiderella and the Pantomime Villain Academy
BATS Theatre Company Inc. is proud to present Spiderella and the Pantomime Villain Academy. Written by Peter Nuttall and directed by Kathy Hickson, this is a British pantomime with a twist. Can Widow Twankee, Aladdin, the social-media obsessed Tinkerbell and the Fairy Godmother save Pantovia?
When: Saturday, January 14, Sunday, January 15, Saturday, January 21, and Sunday, January 22. Sessions at 10am and 2pm on Saturdays and 2pm on Sundays
Where: War Memorial Hall, 1 Main Street, Buderim.
Entry: $10 to $20 via TryBooking.
Shorebirds – What is their Future?
This is an exhibition of paintings by Merrett Keech on the plight of migratory shorebirds. Merrett believes that the wetland areas of our coastline are nature’s bridge between the sea and the land, providing sustainability, regeneration and protection of wildlife and land.
When: January 14 to January 25, 10am to 2pm.
Where: Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic, 51 Palm Creek Road, Tanawha.
Entry: Free. More information via Sunshine Coast Events.
Teeny Tiny Stevies How to be Creative Tour
ARIA Award-winning children’s artists Teeny Tiny Stevies are heading out on the road for their most comprehensive national album tour to date. Performing a mix of fan favourites and material from their new album, the band will be entertaining young audiences. Their brand new album, How to be Creative, is a 10-song masterclass in embracing the creative urge, overcoming self-doubt, trying new things, learning from mistakes, working with others, and the superpower that is perseverance.
When: Tuesday, January 17, 10.30am to 11.30am.
Where: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.
Tickets: $30 via The Events Centre Caloundra.
Alysha Brilla with Cigany Weaver and Rosa Mack
International folk-world-roots artist Alysha Brilla will take to the stage in The Brewery, fresh from her performances at Woodford Folk Festival. Alysha will be joined by Brisbane favourites Cigany Weaver and Rosa Mack to complete a post-Woodford party line-up of stunning music.
When: Saturday, January 7, 7.30pm.
Where: Imperial Hotel Eumundi, 1 Etheridge Street, Eumundi.
Entry: $33.70 via Imperial Hotel Eumundi.
Gig guide
Friday, January 6
- Spectrum Duo, Maroochy RSL, 6pm.
- Jimeoin (comedy set), The J Noosa, 7.30pm.
- Living in the 70s, Noosa RSL, 8pm.
Saturday, January 7
- Alysha Brilla, Cigany Weaver, Rosa Mack, Imperial Hotel Eumundi, 7.30pm.
- Laura Doolan Duo, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm.
- Dirty Boots, Noosa RSL, 8pm.
- Living in the 70s, Joe’s Waterhole, 7.30pm.
Sunday, January 8
- Floorburners, Maroochy RSL, 6pm.
- Stuart Salangasang, Noosa RSL, 8pm.
Tuesday, January 10
- UB40, Events Centre Caloundra, 7.30pm.
