Ensemble Trivium
Maleny Arts Council is thrilled to bring Brisbane’s premier chamber music collective Ensemble Trivium to town. The four leading Brisbane musicians love to share something a little different with their audiences. Hayd’n Seek features sublime music for flute, viola, cello and piano. Then stay around for a glass of wine on the deck and to meet the musicians.
When: Sunday, March 19, 2pm.
Where: Maleny Community Centre, 23 Maple Street, Maleny.
Entry: $40 via TryBooking.
Babushka in Happily Ever After
Three unlikely princesses want to tell a very grown-up bedtime story. Be entertained by this wickedly funny cabaret that features the raucous music of Kurt Weill and modern muses from Rihanna to Violent Femmes and Tom Waits.
When: Thursday, March 16, 7pm to 9pm.
Where: Maleny Community Centrem 23 Maple Street, Maleny.
Entry: $30 via Humanitix.
Low and Slow Bovine BBQ School
Join Cotton Tree Meats’ Grand Championship-winning barbecue team The Bovine Technicians for an in-depth style of smoking barbecue class. Topics cover temperature control, flavour profiling and trimming selected cuts and the event includes a 10-protein, six-course feast cooked over charcoal and wood.
When: Friday, March 16, 2pm to 6pm.
Where: Sunshine Brewery, 28 Fishermans Road, Kuluin.
Entry: $230 via Eventbrite.
Cirque Mother Africa
Celebrating 15 years and direct from a sell-out Broadway season, Cirque Mother Africa is returning to Australia with an all-new show featuring the amazing hand-to-hand balancing act as seen on Australia’s Got Talent, performed by the Ramadhani Brothers. The heartbeat of Africa pulsates throughout this jaw-dropping show as the musicians and artists transport audience members to the breath-taking continent of Africa. This 90-minute entertainment extravaganza combines the very best talent from nine African countries.
When: Thursday, March 16, at 7.30pm and Sunday, March 19, at 5pm.
Where: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.
Entry: $79.90 via The Events Centre.
Wishlist Hangout
Join the Sunshine Coast Young Chamber of Commerce for a hangout with community partner Wishlist at Machjet International. With Wishlist’s Giving Day fast approaching, hear from CEO Lisa Rowe and fundraising and partnerships manager Lisa Wilson, who will provide details of how to give back, individually or as an organisation.
When: Tuesday, March 14, 5.30pm to 7.30pm.
Where: MachJet International, 14 Friendship Avenue, Marcoola.
Entry: $33.08 via Eventbrite.
Emma Memma’s Twirly Tour
Beloved children’s entertainer Emma Memma has announced her first Australian tour. Families will be treated to classics including “Twirly Tuesday”, “Wombat Wednesday” and “I Love You”, as well as new favourites “Balancing Ballet”, “Thank You” and “See Me Jump”.
When: Saturday, March 18, 10am and 2pm.
Where: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.
Entry: $31.10 via The Events Centre.
Connecting Gondwana
Local artist Leisa Gunton is Artist in Residence at the Arts & Ecology Centre in the Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden in March on the designated days and times. Gunton considers herself a rainforest artist, inspired by the plethora of forms, textures and the many shades of green. She uses an assortment of media and techniques to recreate nature. In her residency, she will unravel the connection to the great southern land: Gondwana.
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays in March, 10am to 2pm.
Where: Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden, 51 Palm Creek Road, Tanawha.
Entry: Free. See Sunshine Coast Events.
St Patrick Day’s Exhibition and Concert
For one night only, experience a special exhibition by local artist and printmaker Nicky Carey and enjoy Irish music from Sunshine Coast-based band Molly Maguires. After spending time in Ireland watching musicians as they performed in their local pubs and bars, Irish-born Carey created a special series of stunning linocut prints based on his sketches, capturing the life and spirit of this Irish tradition.
When: Saturday, March 18, 6pm to 9pm.
Where: The Zone Gallery, 89 McCarthy Road, Maleny.
Entry: $10.76 via Eventbrite.
Sunshine Coast Chilli Festival and Great Australian Dunny Race
Get ready for a spicy day of fun at the inaugural Sunshine Coast Chilli Festival. And if that’s not exciting enough, the 33rd annual Great Australian Dunny Race will also be held. The Sunshine Coast Chilli Festival is the only one of its kind on the Coast, featuring the best Aussie artisan chilli sauces. Meet the makers and learn how their products can add some extra spice to your entertaining. You can even enter a chilli-eating competition. Stock up on unique products such as tandoori jerky, chilli lime peanuts, spicy kangaroo salami and more for your Sunday picnics.
When: Saturday, March 18, 10am to 4pm.
Where: Aussie World, 73 Frizzo Road, Palmview.
Entry: Gold coin donations. See more at Aussie World.
Gig guide
Friday, March 10
- Sinatra at the Sands, Sunshine Coast Function Centre, 7.30pm
- Fonix, Alex Surf Club, 7.30pm
- Radioactive, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm
- Nana’s Pie, Sol Bar, 7pm
- Callum Taylor, Coolum Surf Club, 8.30pm
- Alys Ffion, Cooroy RSL, 6pm
Saturday, March 11
- The Filthy Animals, Norton Music Factory, 6.30pm
- John Denver Tribute, The Events Centre Caloundra, 8pm
- Monsters Up North, Morts Brewing Co., 6pm
- Wildkatz, Alex Surf Club, 7.30pm
- Dave Ritter Duo, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm
- Sailing in Space, Solbar, 7pm
- Tom Webber, Coolum Surf Club, 8.30pm
- White Lies, Venue 114, 7pm
- Killer Queen, Beerwah Hotel, 8.30pm
Sunday, March 12
- Spotlight on the Violin, Matthew Flinders
- Anglican College, 3pm
- Livin’ in the 70’s, Alex Surf Club, 4pm
- Poco Loco Duo, Maroochy RSL, 6pm
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