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THE BABUSHKA BOOK CLUB A MUSE AND A
JOIN Matilda Award-winning cabaret group Babushka for a musical deep dive into all things literary, playing at the Majestic Theatre, Pomona this June 25 as part of their Sunshine Coast tour.
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The three unlikely bibliophiles of Babushka deconstruct the classics, try to look smarter than they are… and drink a lot of pinot grigio.
After performing to rapturous applause at Queensland Cabaret Festival, Melbourne Cabaret Festival and Adelaide Fringe Festival, Babushka want to discuss some serious literature, sing some killer tunes and expand the membership of their bawdy book club.
The Babushka Book Club dives into the pages of your favourite novels, be it chick lit, the NY Times best seller, or the wellthumbed erotic thriller on your bedside table.
Be entertained by a wickedly funny cabaret that features the iconic music of Kate Bush and Bananarama through to Billie Eilish, as Babushka turn your best loved novels inside-out and colour them various shades of grey.
Babushka give Elizabeth Bennett a makeup tutorial, slap the handcuffs on Christian, and say ‘boy, bye!’ to Heathcliff. These licentious literary critics, (who totally read the book before they saw the movie), demand a fresh look at Jane Austen and some more snacks. Pass the brie!
The Babushka Book Club Sunshine Coast tour is presented by local performing arts company Red Chair with the support of Arts Queensland through the Touring Queensland Fund. Sunshine Coast Performance Dates Friday June 17: Eudlo Hall, Saturday June 18: Coolum Civic Centre, Friday June 24: Maleny Community Centre, Saturday June 25: The Majestic Theatre (Pomona), Sunday June 26: Saltwater Eco Tours (Mooloolaba) Full Event Details www.redchair.com.au M 15+ (Course language, adult themes)
MEMORIAL AT THE POMONA GALLERY
The delightful Molly Galpin has turned her creative energy to making dolls of fellow artists for her show ‘My Doll Muse’ at the Pomona Railway Station Gallery.
While she has been a 3D artist for many years, doll-making is a new pursuit for Molly.
“They’re so inspiring, all bringing their own style,” Molly said.
The dolls are created in mixed media, textiles, clay and recycled materials, lovingly hand-stitched and some painted. Come and meet them face-to-face in the Carriage Room, on show from June 4 to 29.
Also throughout June, the gallery will host a memorial exhibition of the works of a favourite local artist, the late Yvonne Thompson.
Yvonne started painting landscapes in New Zealand using oils and, after she arrived in Australia in 1970, took up watercolours.
‘In Memory of Yvonne Thompson’ is on show from May 28 to June 22. Pomona Railway Station Gallery 10 Station Street Pomona, open 10am4pm Tuesday to Friday and 10am to 2pm Saturday and Sunday.
21–24 JULY 2022 $12,000 total prize pool $3000 BEST IN SHOW
Ron Jeffery Realty Prize
Auto entry for best artwork selected from across all 10 sections.
$1500 + $1000HC Open Section
ENTRIES CLOSE JUNE 27
Open daily 10am-3pm Imbil Public Hall, Imbil Opening Night July 22 Poet’s Breakfast July 23 People’s Choice Youth Art Project
The community takes centre stage in June at Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre
ONCE again, Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre will feature the work of aboriginal artists living here on Gubbi Gubbi land. This exhibition produced annually coincides with NAIDOC week, the theme of which this year is Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up! The exhibition features bold and colourful paintings and sculptural works.
Also showing from June 17 to July 17 is a powerful exhibition about Domestic and Family Violence titled Its Not Black and White by Ukrainian photographer, Natalia Maro, in conjunction with Nambour Community Centre.
The exhibition features portraits of 20 women between the ages of 11 months and 87 years and from different cultural backgrounds including First Nations, Sri Lankan and Brazilian to name a few. Each woman holds a sign that reads “I have rights’’ in their native language, raising awareness that all women have rights and are not alone.
Keeping in the spirit of community, the exhibition Mary Valley Alive tells the story of the Mary Valley through its flora, fauna, and people, highlighting the fight to stop the Traveston Dam and including 20 plinths especially painted by local artists to celebrate the 20 years of the Mary Valley Festival.
Join the Official Opening event Saturday, June 18, 6pm at Cooroy Butter Factory Arts Centre with a welcome to country and a special collaborative music and dance performance that celebrates the spirit of Mundagudda (Rainbow Serpent). Cash bar and entertainment. RSVP your attendance via http://www. butterfactoryartscentre.com.au/ Exhibitions continue until July 17.
Junior artists from across Queensland are called on to unleash their creativity and enter Sunshine Coast Council’s ‘Wild HeART’ Student Art competition for native Australian plants and animals. Students can enter their artwork for a chance to win a share of $3000 in prizes before entries close on Sunday, July 17. There are three age categories – 8 years and under; 13 years and under; and 19 years and under.
The Wild HeART Student Art Prize is generously supported by Friends of Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Gardens, Friends Regional Gallery Caloundra Inc., Wildlife Preservation Society of Qld - Sunshine Coast & Hinterland Inc. and Qld Wildlife Artists Society Inc.
All entry instructions, forms, eligibility criteria and conditions are available online; scan the QR code.
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NEXT EVENT: Tuesday June 28, 1.30 to 4.30 pm Jazz Club
At the MAJESTIC THEATRE Pomona
Now staging monthly jazz concerts at The Majestic Theatre Pomona
Take a break and enjoy an afternoon of jazz played by top traditional jazz musicians from interstate, Brisbane, and the Sunshine Coast.
Snacks and licensed bar. Tickets $27 + booking fee. Members $5.00 discount.
NEW $3000 ART PRIZE FROM RON JEFFERY REALTY
CELEBRATING 21 years of bringing art and culture to the Mary Valley, the Mary Valley Art Festival committee are delighted with long time sponsor Ron Jeffery Realty’s new $3000 art prize.
The Best in Show – Ron Jeffery Realty Prize offers automatic entry to any artist who has submitted an artwork to the Mary Valley Art Festival. The festival has 10 sections with a total prize pool just short of $12,000.
Mr Jeffery’s involvement with the festival over the years inspired him to sponsor the prize.
“Artists add a level of culture to our world,” he said. “They are passionate about the works that they produce and have the ability to present their vision of everyday life, showcasing the people, places, things, and events that define our world.
“Regardless of their individual level of education or skill, each piece is the result of the artist’s passion.”
A major sponsor for many years, Ron
said he was proud to be gradually lifting his level of support. “We partner with Mary Valley Artslink to promote and support the artistic community. I admire artists, and their art …because they make our world a better place!” Major prizes also include the Bendigo Bank Open Award for $1500 and Highly Commended Award for the open section, sponsored by the Mary Artist Paul Meakin receiving the 2021 3D sculpture prize from long time sponsor of the Mary Valley Art Festival, Ron Jeffery Valley Chamber of Commerce for $1000. The festival is coordinated by Mary Valley Artslink and runs from July 21-24 at the Imbil Public Hall from 10am to 3pm daily. Entries to the competition close June 27. You can enter online, find the terms and conditions and all activities to be celebrated over the weekend at www. maryvalleyartfestival.com.au. Celebrated Festival partners include Ron Jeffery Realty, Gympie and District Bendigo Bank, Mary Valley Chamber of Commerce, Twin Bunya Park, Thunderbird Demolition and Lady Penelope.
Eudlo Hall
FRI 17 JUNE, 7PM Maleny Community Centre
FRI 24 JUNE, 7PM
Coolum Civic Centre
SAT 18 JUNE, 7PM Majestic Theatre (Pomona)
SAT 25 JUNE, 7PM Saltwater Eco Tours (Mooloolaba)
SUN 26 JUNE, 3.30PM
M 15+ (Course language, adult themes)
AUBREY CANNON PRESENTS THE GOLDEN AGE OF HOLLYWOOD
FRIDAY JUNE 10, 7 TO 9PM CLASSIC AUSTRALIAN MOVIE AGE OF CONSENT (1969) The Majestic Theatre, 3 Factory Street, Pomona. Doors & Bar open 6pm movie starts 7pm. $15 a ticket, no need to book get your tickets at the door.
Previously cancelled due to bad weather the screening has been rescheduled
Solo exhibition by Kerry Keyte
THE ART HUB Cooroy is proudly exhibiting works of art for Kerry Keyte – this is the first exhibition at the Hub showcasing works from only one artist.
Working in mixed media gives Kerry the ability to adapt and change her artwork inspired by the light and ocean lifestyle in the Sunshine Coast.
Her art has a reflective quality using light to bring up the colour and intensity in her artwork. She mainly works with resin, mosaic wood, surfboards and fused glass, upcycling old objects into works of art.
Most of her artwork is practical artwork that can be used and not just hung on the wall or placed on a shelf. Some of her creations are with ocean themes or dramatic overtones. She describes her artwork as evolving using influences of her travels and diving lifestyle. She is always experimenting looking for new ways of creating and having fun. Ensure to visit the Gallery to view Kerry’s amazing exhibition from May 20 to June 17. 3/2 Emerald Street, Cooroy. Phone 5447 6155
