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Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya
This interpretation of Uncle Vanya seeks to invite the audience into a stripped-down world, where the characters and their histories merge with their current states and subtexts. Director Mathieu Cadart explores what lies beneath difficult relationships and hard times by means of surrealism and abstraction to investigate an expand on the ‘ties that bind’. Using the ‘psycho-physical’ approach to the performances, Cadart invites the audience to see and feel what Chekhov’s characters experience.
When: September 9 to 17.
Where: Lind Lane Theatre, 16 Mitchell St, Nambour.
Tickets: Adults $20 to $25 via TryBooking.
Small in size, big on creativity
Pocket Pieces is a vibrant exhibition of small, affordable works featuring talented Sunshine Coast artists. The show kicks off the Stevens Street Gallery’s first anniversary celebrations, recognising the makers who have supported this lively new space in its inaugural year. The gallery’s diverse collection is attracting collectors and newcomers to the art scene wanting artworks as a gift or for their home or office space. All works in Pocket Pieces are 30cm x 30cm and under $500, a great starting point for an original collection or if you’re an avid collector and running out of wall space.
When: September 1 to 30.
Where: Steven Street Gallery, 2 Stevens Street, Yandina.
Tickets: Free entry.
BIGSOUND Eumundi Party
The festival may be in Brisbane, but the post-BIGSOUND party is in Eumundi. Head along to The Bunker to catch three great acts, hot off the heels of their BIGSOUND shows, before they hit the road and go back home. You’ll hear Eastbound Buzz (pictured), Sam Windley and the Coast’s own Dorah Jacson on stage for one night only.
When: Friday, September 9, 7.30pm.
Where: Imperial Hotel Eumundi, 1 Etheridge Street, Eumundi.
Tickets: $28.60 via Oztix.
Ronni goes beyond business as usual
Join Ronni Kahn, founder and CEO of OzHarvest, as she shares her incredible life story. A recognised leader in the fields of entrepreneurship, social impact and innovation, Ronni will be joined by a panel of Sunshine Coast change agents who are using their life skills, passion and energy to power beyond the business-as-usual approach – and creating outcomes that benefit the greater good. The audience will be inspired by what’s possible, while enjoying a local, seasonal, ethical, zero-waste breakfast.
When: Friday, October 7, 6.30am to 8.30am.
Where: Venue 114, 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina.
Tickets: $59.90 via Venue 114.
Inspired by recycled materials
Caloundra Regional Gallery, in collaboration with Sunshine Coast Libraries, presents the next exhibition for the Maroochydore Library Artspace. The restrictions and ideas sparked by recycled materials drive Denise Lamby’s creative practice. Her artwork in Inspire gives a voice to the items we discard – “I am valuable. You just have to look at me from a different perspective”.
When: Until September 17. See library opening hours.
Where: Maroochydore Library Artspace, 44 Sixth Avenue, Maroochydore.
Tickets: Free event.
All-ages music festival
The event organisers’ love for live music and artists drove them to create Summer Escape Fest. They have put together their favourite bands on one stage to truly celebrate live music to an all-ages crowd. Headline acts include Hot Potato, Peach Fur, Gaudion, Jazzella, Steph Strings, Shen Panthers, Make The Moon and Olivia Ruth. With some big euphoric singalongs and infectious dance moves, this festival aims to inspire all music-loving Australians to come together through music.
When: Saturday, September 3, 1pm.
Where: NightQuarter, 8 The Avenue, Birtinya.
Tickets: From $45.90 via Moshtix.
Wander within the wallum
Experience the wonders of the wallum heath in Kathleen McArthur Park (Currimundi Lake Conservation Park) with members of the Wildlife Preservation Society of Queensland – Sunshine Coast and Hinterland. Bring a hat, water, sunscreen and insect repellent. The tracks are flat and mostly sandy.
When: Saturday, September 3, 9am to 11am.
Where: Coongarra Esplanade, Wurtulla.
Tickets: Free event, register via email at sunshine@wildlife.org.au.
Dynamic duo in concert
Le Nuvole is a beautifully dynamic duo of guitar and cello, supported by French-Brazilian artist Mélissa Cambon. Don’t forget to bring cash to purchase merchandise from the artists on the night and invite your family and friends along for a wonderful musical concert. The artists thank you for supporting live music events in Nambour.
When: Saturday, September 3, 7pm.
Where: Peace Run Records Agency, 14 Queen Street, Nambour.
Tickets: $27.46 via Eventbrite.
Symphony of talent
Adrian King and the Sunshine Coast Symphony Orchestra, Noosa Chorale and The Sunshine Coast Choral Society present Carmina and Rhapsody. This is the final year that Adrian King will be the conductor and music director for the SCSO, the Noosa Chorale and the Sunshine Coast Choral Society. The esteemed conductor has held all three roles for 15 years, and is retiring at the end of 2022. This will be the first time all three groups have come together.
When: Saturday, September 10, 2pm.
Where: Venue114, 114 Sportsmans Parade, Bokarina.
Tickets: Adults $40, under 18s $10, via Venue 114.
Comedians in spotlight
The Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase Tour will be tearing up the freeways of Australia to bring the best of the 2022 artists to Caloundra. Expertly curated and lovingly presented, the showcase will feature some of the festival’s hottest acts live on stage for an incredible two hours of hard-hitting laughter. Boasting a line-up of veteran favourites and some of the freshest emerging talent, this jam-packed night of pure entertainment will leave you sore from belly laughs.
When: Thursday, September 8, 7.30pm.
Where: The Events Centre Caloundra, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.
Tickets: $40 via The Events Centre.
Rockin’ back to our teens
Meet Tammy Tooth, who’s on the brink of a most-epic existential mid-life crisis in All Fired Up. An unexpected quirk of fate sends her back in time to come face to face with her 15-year-old self in her teenage bedroom. This gives her the chance to ask the big questions, remind her what made her tick and reclaim her passion for life. Join Tammy in the front seat of the DeLorean, crank up the radio and take on a few life lessons from your favourite radio presenter, DJ Neon. Dig out your Choose Life shirt, your double cassette player and press record on the banging live band rocking the soundtrack of our youth.
When: Saturday, September 10, 8pm.
Where: The Events Centre Caloundra, 20 Minchinton Street, Caloundra.
Tickets: $45 via The Events Centre.
Collectorama fair
Collectorama, the giant vintage, antiques and collectables fair, will spread around Nambour Showgrounds. A total of 150 dealers will bring unique treasures, eclectic vintage items, cool retro and unusual bargains. Food trucks will be available.
When: Saturday, September 3, 7am to 2pm.
Where: Nambour Showgrounds, Coronation Avenue, Nambour.
Tickets: $6.
Festival of Small Halls
The best folk and contemporary music is hitting the road and stopping at small halls around the state and beyond. This regional touring project is set for its Spring Tour and 30th Festival of Small Halls tour, celebrating Australian towns in their glory. Folks in Mapleton are already preparing to roll out a warm welcome for critically-acclaimed folk gem Catherine MacLellan and multi-award-winning musician Karl S.Williams. They are both so excited to come and perform at Mapleton and share in the community and its stories.
When: Sunday, October 16, 3.30pm.
Where: Mapleton Hall, 31 Obi Obi Road, Mapleton.
Tickets: From $0 to $25.51 via IWannaTicket.
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