WHAT’S ON | MARCH 2026
NT Live –Hamlet
2 Mar | 10AM & 8 Mar | 1PM
Something is rotten in the state of Denmark. Are you watching closely? A bold, darkly funny take on Shakespeare’s tragedy.
I Puritani –
Metropolitan Opera
16 Mar | 1PM
For gorgeous melody, spellbinding coloratura and virtuoso vocal fireworks, I Puritani has few equals.The first new Met production of Bellini’s final masterpiece in nearly 50 years.
5 Walker Street, Maryborough 4122 6060
Box O ice Open Monday to Friday: 8.30am – 4pm
One Voice – Greatest Hits of John Farnham
6 Mar | 7.30PM
Prepare to be blown away by Simon Shapiro, one of Australia’s most extraordinary voices, as he captures the essence, power, and incredible range of John Farnham’s iconic hits.
The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay - Met Opera
7 Apr | 1PM
Bartlett Sher’s thrilling new production whisks you from Nazi-occupied Prague to the streets of New York during the early days of World War II.
The Beatles Anthology
7 Mar | 7.30PM
Join us on a Magical Mystery Tour to relive the years of The Greatest Rock ’n’ Roll Band of all time. All you need is love... and a ticket to this show!
Brolga Backstage Tours: presented by Friends of the Brolga
8 Apr | 10AM
Take a peek behind the curtain on a backstage tour, followed by morning tea! Bookings essential.
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Brolga
Backstage Tours: presented by Friends of the Brolga
11 Mar | 10AM
Take a peek behind the curtain on a backstage tour, followed by morning tea! Bookings essential.
Othello – Screening
13 Apr | 1PM
21 Apr | 10AM
Shakespeare’s epic story of manipulation, jealousy and toxic masculinity explores the darker side of power, rage and desire.
COVER IMAGE: Katarzyne Hartmann A River Bends, Acrylic on canvas. See Hartmann's work at In My Imperfect World exhibition at Gatakers Artspace until 11 April 2026.
MRAC
Cinema Club presents The Story of Souleymane
11 Mar | 6.30PM TIX @ DOOR
Starring newcomer Abou Sangaré as Souleymane, the film tells the story of an immigrant from Guinea who ends up in France a er crossing from Africa illegally.
Drum Tao “Samurai of the Drum”
15 Apr | 7.30PM
Fusing the thunderous power of taiko drumming with martial arts athleticism, choreography, and cinematic staging, Drum Tao transcends borders and redefines live performance.
Fools Errand –Morning Melodies
12 Mar | 11 AM
Enjoy a morning of timeless tunes and soulful sounds. An acoustic trio with serious talent, take the stage for a show packed with the greatest hits of the ’60s and ’70s.
Bluey’s Big PlayThe Stage Show
19 Apr | 3 Shows
From New York’s Madison Square Garden to London’s Royal Festival Hall, Bluey’s Big Play has delighted fans across the globe - and now it returns home to Australia for an encore tour.
Exhibiting until 17 May
166 Old Maryborough Rd, Hervey Bay 4197 4206
Open Tuesday to Friday: 10am - 4pm Weekends: 10am - 2pm. FREE ENTRY
Colin Reaney: objects in a situation ‘objects in a situation: / fabrications according to meadured drawings/’ explores global and personal concerns and an examination of ‘belonging’ in an interconnected world.
Events and Programs
Create a Cosy Trio: Pottery Workshop
Thu 12 Mar | 5.30pm - 7.30pm
Join local potter Fiona Smart as she shares her techniques on hand building and creating your own pottery treasures.
Anastasia Klose: World without End
Anastasia Klose presents drawings and videos drawing on her experiences in environmental activism, weaving together themes of species extinction and human mortality.
Rachel O’Reilly: NORTHERN WATERS
O’Reily’s artwork explores the legacy of the 1960s Save the Reef Campaign. The exhibition is the culmination of a residency undertaken through UQ Art Museum’s partnership with the JCU Blue Humanities Lab.
Exhibiting until 2027
Scribbly-Doodah Kids: Free Art Activites
Free fun all year round for the whole family at HBRG’s dedicated creative zone in the foyer!
Choral Sounds with Bayside Harmony
Sat 7 Mar | 10:00am - 10.45am
Experience the fusion of art and song as the sounds of Bayside Harmony Choir fill the gallery.
National Interests: Australian Art in the 20th Century
Images (from top le ): Colin Reaney, ‘Studio Installation’, 2026. Anastasia Klose, ‘Flowers’, 2025, pencil and ink on Arches Watercolour paper. Leonard Andy on Djiru Country, Mission Beach. Courtesy of Rachel O’Reilly.
Exhibiting until 11 April 2026
WHAT’S ON | MARCH 2026
311 Kent St, Maryborough 4190 5818
Open Tuesday to Friday: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Weekends: 9.30am - 2pm. FREE ENTRY
A Life Through His Lens
Glen Wilson
A photographic window into the mid-century life and times of R.G. Parry.
DistoMorph
Svenja
Bringing nature to life through textiles using colour, texture and movement.
Artist in conversation
Svenja Sun 1 Mar | 10AM
In My Imperfect World
Katarzyne Hartmann
A new collection capturing light and colour through acrylic and oil paintings.
Studio showcase
Shohei & Yumiko Kishishita
Until 28 Mar
Retail artisan spotlight
Workshops & Programs
Open Studio Sat 21 Mar | 10AM - 1PM
Reduction Lino Print Sat 28 Mar | 10AM - 2PM
Express Yourself: Kids on Tour 4 April - 26 April
Screenprinting Workshop
Thur 9 Apr | 10AM - 4PM Fri 10 Apr | 10AM - 2PM
Glen David Wilson Sun 1 Mar | 11 AM
Images (from top le ): Glen Wilson, R.G Parry ; Svenja, Sensum Syndrome 2024; Katarzyne Hartmann, A River Bend; Yumiko Kishishita, Kimono placemats.
Sensory Friendly Sessions
Tuesdays
9.30AM - 11.30AM
Kent & Richmond Sts, Maryborough 4123 7221
Open Tuesday to Friday 9.30am - 3.30pm Weekends 9.30am - 2pm. Entry fee applies
Maryborough Story Trail exhibition
Included in admission
Daily Cra Activities
Included in admission
Join us for an evolving selection of arts and cra to keep minds actively creating.
Celebrating the creative process behind the Maryborough Story Trail.
in the birthplace of her author PL Travers
Explore the heritage listed former bank as you interact with displays featuring the life of P.L. Travers and her enchanting stories of the practically perfect nanny. Featuring two levels of interactive displays, pocket park and retail shop.
Fraser Coast Scene is distributed free as a marketing and engagement initiative of Fraser Coast Regional Council. It’s about promoting Council’s programs and services by sharing stories of our arts and cultural community and their connection to Council’s spaces.
STAY INSPIRED!
This guide shares a taste of Council’s arts, culture and heritage program and was correct at time of printing. To keep up to date with the latest information visit our website.
We welcome contributions from our creative community. For more information email ArtsCulture@frasercoast.qld.gov.au
Wharf Street, Maryborough 4190 5722
Open Tuesday to Friday 9.30am - 3.30pm Weekends 9.30am - 2pm. FREE ENTRY
Tastings and Treasures
By Appointment
Enjoy a selection of premium liqueurs as our storyteller shares tales inspired by objects from our collection.
Tastes of the Region
Looking for unique gi ideas?
Drop in and see the team at the Bond Store.
Explore the Bond Store and let this beautiful, heritage-listed building share its stories as you wander through the space.
Add to your experience with tantalizing tales and fantastic flavours. Enjoy a selection of premium quality ports and liqueurs as our storytellers share tales inspired by objects from our collection.
Take home a taste of the region with delicious delicacies or curious keepsakes.
Fraser Coast Regional Council acknowledges to the east, the Butchulla (Badtjala) and to the west, the Kabi Kabi (Gubbi Gubbi) People, their connection to Country (land, sea and sky) and recognise the many places of cultural, spiritual, social and economic significance in the community. We pay respects to their Elders – past, present and emerging. We also acknowledge other First Nation Aboriginals and the Torres Strait Islander people, who reside in the Fraser Coast region.
Part of the Maryborough Story Trail
From the late 1880s onwards, Maryborough’s city centre was the domain of the drapery men. Other stores lined its streets including ironmongers, bakers, jewellers and grocers, however it was the drapers and mercers who were the barometer of the city’s style, fashions and fortunes.
By the end of the 1920s, there were 10 drapery stores within Maryborough’s main streets, with names that are enduring in the memories of generations of families. Among them were Finney, Isles and Co., Bryant and Fergurson, Adams, Lewis, Yareds, Salems, Monsours and Stuparts. Mannequins in shop windows showed o stylish lines of ‘ladies costumes of the latest designs’ and ‘capital shows of men’s mercery, hats, tweeds, ties, shirts and such like goods’.
Glass cabinets displayed almost every garment imaginable from hats, gloves, handbags and furs to crystal, china, dinner and tea sets and so furnishings.
Shelves from floor to ceiling were filled with rolls of materials of all descriptions, including Irish linens, laces, satins and exotic silks.
One of the most loved of these drapers was the department store of William Boys and Sons, known far and wide for its slogan ‘Nobody calls us dear!’ The store first opened in 1912 in Kent Street and later moved to Adelaide Street.
Like many in the city, it was a family store with three generations continuing its proud traditions and trading under the Boys name until 1998.
This story is brought to life in an artwork on the Maryborough Story Trail, with its concept drawings now exhibiting at The Story Bank.
Concept drawing, Monsour’s Beehive Emporium Charcoal on Board by April Spadina