There’s loads to explore and plenty to do on the Coast. Pop these events into your diary so you don’t miss out.
Queensland Ballet on tour: Queensland Ballet presents four glittering works from the vault in a balletic feast for the senses. The emotive Three Preludes is a tale of two dancers falling in love; Marius Petipa’s Le Corsairepas de deux is one of the most famed excerpts in the ballet history; Greg Horsman’s beautiful A Rhapsody in Motion explores the relationship between the dancer and the captivating music by Rachmaninoff and Tchaikovsky Mash by Matthew Lawrence evokes the classical era of dance in a compilation of short works. When: Friday, March 15, 7.30pm. Where: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra. Entry: $49 via The Events Centre.
Reception This Way: Travel around Australia, revisiting your memories of the classic Aussie motel – from family holidays and long road trips to continental breakfasts and mid-century mod-cons. In a land where the car has provided us with the ultimate freedom to hit the road and explore, it is no surprise that Australians wholeheartedly embraced the American concept of the motel. When motels began springing up in the 1950s, they represented a new, stylish and sophisticated way to travel. Join the National Archives and comedian Tim Ross on a driving holiday through the quintessential Australian experience of staying in a motel. When: Until Saturday, March 16. Where: Caloundra Art Gallery, 22 Omrah Avenue, Caloundra. Entry: Free. More information via Caloundra Art Gallery.
Heritage talk – William Landsborough: Join Caloundra Family History for a
fascinating insight into local pioneer William Landsborough and why the hinterland town was named in his honour. A small morning tea will be provided. When: Friday, February 2, 10am to 11am. Where: Landsborough Museum, 4 Maleny Street, Landsborough. Entry: Free. More information via Heritage Sunshine Coast.
Sunshine Coast Guitar Orchestra: The Sunshine Coast Guitar Orchestra draws its repertoire from musical traditions from around the world and across musical genres. Spearheaded by awarded local composer and guitarist Andrew Veivers, the SCGO has found a new home at The MET. When: The first and third Monday of every month (next session February 5), 6pm to 8pm. Where: First Avenue and South Sea Islander Way, Maroochydore. Entry: $15 via Humanitix.
Tio: A singer-songwriter from Ambrym Island in Vanuatu, Tio grew up immersed in traditional practices, customs and stories. His first interest in music was born from his early encounters with the traditional tam tam (a wooden slit-drum) and songs in his language: Daakaka. A talented multi-instrumentalist, Tio switches between violin, ukulele, guitar, tam tam, djembe and bush bass. He is driven by his passion for mixing traditional and contemporary beats and styles and sharing his traditions with other musicians. When: Friday, February 2, 7pm. Where: Solbar, Ocean Street, Maroochydore. Entry: $27.55 via Oztix.
The Enchanted Drive: The Toni Rea series The Enchanted Drive: Landscape in Motion is inspired by driving through the Glass House Mountains or the Daki, as it is known by the Gubbi Gubbi people. This abstract painting series is a response to the disorientation caused by motion, such as the strobe sunlight through the broken tree canopy. When: Tuesday, February 6, to Sunday, March 24, 9am to 5pm. Where: Maroochydore Library, 44 Sixth Avenue, Maroochydore. Entry: Free. More information via Sunshine Coast Libraries.
Clean Up for the Hatchlings 2024: Clean Up for the Hatchlings is run by Sunshine Coast Council in partnership with ReefCheck Australia, Unitywater and SeaLife Sunshine Coast, inspiring the community to help clean up beaches in preparation for the hatchling turtles. Later, volunteers can hear guest speakers, enjoy a free barbecue, and join the children’s activities. When: Saturday, February 3, 6am to 11am. Where: Cooper’s Lookout, 110 Pacific Boulevard, Buddina. Entry: Free. More information via Eventbrite.
A Chorus Line: A Chorus Line is a stunning concept musical capturing the spirit and tension of a Broadway chorus audition. Exploring the inner lives and bittersweet ambitions of professional Broadway performers, the show features one powerhouse number aft er another. The Pulitzer Prize-winning concept musical remains relevant and poignant. Coastal Theatre Collective presents a new production, featuring a cast of local talent. When: February 7, 8 and 9, 7.30pm. Where: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra Entry: $59 via The Events Centre.
Tay Oskee: Following the release of his debut album Keepers Of The Morning, Tay Oskee has returned from the UK and Europe and announced a massive Australian tour. Hear a taste of the new album live, plus favourites such as “Black Smoke” and “Floating”. He will be joined by Brook Street for an evening packed with feel-good folk/roots music. When: Thursday, February 8, 7pm. Where: Solbar, Ocean Street, Maroochydore. Entry: $27.55 via Oztix.
Gig guide
Friday, February 2
- Rage For Carnage, The Presynct Nambour, 6pm
- Stevens St Duo, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm
- GR8 Co. Caloundra RSL, 9pm
- Alys Ffion, Cooroy RSL, 6pm
- DJ Mr Sparkle, Beerwah Hotel, 8.30pm
Saturday, February 3
- Ivan Aliaga, Bowerbird Coolum Beach, 7pm
- Latin Motion, Banana Bender Pub, 7pm
- Fred Smith, Maleny RSL, 7pm
- Jeff Lang, Eudlo Hall, 7pm
- Ash Grundwald, Eumundi Brewery, 7pm
- Art Alexakis & Brendan B.Brown, Kings Beach Tavern, 8pm
- Fake News, Solbar, 7pm
- Hostile Fest, Norton Music Factory, 3.30pm
- Tracy Vaughn Duo, Maroochy RSL, 5.30pm
- Garry Hudson, Caloundra RSL, 5.30pm
- Chick Flick, Beerwah Hotel, 8.30pm
Sunday, February 4
- Sons of The East, Kings Beach Tavern, 6pm
- Lula & Mischka, Mt Ninderry Healing Centre, 6.30pm
- Floorburners, Maroochy RSL, 6pm
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