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Celebrate the Art of Stor tel ing

Celebrate the Art of Stor tel ing

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24 June – 10 July, 2016 Maryborough. Queensland

Birthplace of PL Travers

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Welcome

ContentsOur inspiration .................................................... 4

The Art of Storytelling 24 June – 10 July

Festival venues map ..................................... 6

Events program ....................................... 8–31

Mary Poppins in the Park Sat 2 July

Program and site map ........................ 18–27

Maryborough Story Trails .............................. 32

Festival calendar .............................................. 34

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storyteller | stôrē telər| nouna person who tells stories.

DERIVATIVES

storytelling |- teli ng | noun & adjective

is the conveying of events in words, sound and/or images, often by improvisation or embellishment. Stories or narratives have been shared in every culture as a means of entertainment, education, cultural preservation and instilling moral values.

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A magical celebration inspired by one of the world’s most loved storytellers!

Celebrate NAIDOC week with storytelling and song that shares the living narrative of our nation.

To truly immerse yourself in the stories of our City, take some time to explore Maryborough’s Story Trails – either by a self-guided walk or our digital trail app, or take an evening guided tour led by a member of the ancient guild of storytellers.

Discover the art of storytelling!

Cr Chris Loft – Mayor

Maryborough is a town steeped in history. Our heritage streetscapes and original wharf precinct practically hum with the stories that they hold!

We pride ourselves as artisans of storytelling – sharing our stories through art and finding imaginative and creative ways to keep them alive. They are, after all, what connects us to our place and inspire us to dream of our future.

This year’s Festival presents a two week program of storytelling for all ages through all art forms. From music concerts backstage and onstage at the Brolga to pop up performances in the Bond Store Basement.

Our artists share their stories through exhibitions and public art installations. Walk the streets and search the rooftops for some very special new surprises!

The much-loved Mary Poppins in the Park event on Saturday 2 July includes a colourful range of activities and events for children and families including some very special regional touring programs from Out of The Box Children’s Festival.

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THE QUESTION of where PL Travers drew her inspiration for Mary Poppins is

the subject of much speculation.

For Travers, stories were not just something you created, but should be captured out of the writer’s rich store of the imagination and the fragments of dreams and memories from when very young.

It is hard to know how much of her first early impressions of life in Maryborough, as well as the stories told to her by her parents, influenced her dreams and imagination and made their way into her famous novels.

What is certain is that you can easily discover some of the incredible connections between Travers’ Mary Poppins and the Maryborough of old.

Her heritage-listed birthplace remains largely unchanged from her time of birth – as do the streetscapes and parklands near her original home.

Just like Jane and Michael – with a spoon full of imagination and Maryborough’s old fashioned streets as the setting – you can jump into the magical world of Mary Poppins.

”If you are looking for autobiographic facts, Mary Poppins is the story of my life.” PL Travers

A very special mentionTHE PROUD MARYS are an international association for women whose name contains Mary or a derivative. The organisation was formed in Maryborough in 1999 with a small band of volunteers determined to raise the profile of Maryborough as the birthplace of PL Travers. Their annual Mary Morning Tea was the catalyst for the Mary Poppins Festival, believed to be the first in the world in honour of Mary Poppins and her creator. The Proud Mary members were also the driving force behind the Mary Poppins statue, erected in Richmond Street in 2005 outside the author’s birthplace (which for the first time in years is open to the public).

2016 Mary Poppins Poetry Literary Competition

An annual literary competition that inspires the imagination of Fraser Coast regional school students to embrace their creative writing skills and share their stories.

over $1,800 in prize money to be won!

Endorsed by the Cherry Tree Foundation, trustees of PL Travers' will trust.Entry details to be announced at the festival.


Inspiration?Just imagine ...Inspiration?Just imagine ...

The world's most beloved nanny, Mary Poppins, is the famous, fictional creation of Pamela Lyndon Travers, who began life in Maryborough on 9 August, 1899 as Helen Lyndon Goff.


Festival venues map

BROLGA THEATRE

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CITY HALL

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MARYBOROUGH LIBRARY

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What’s Your Story? Stories are always better when they come from the source.

Adelaide, Bazaar, Ellena and Kent Streets, Maryborough CBD

What’s Your Story is a Festival project that gathers the stories of twelve Maryborough people and their unique life experiences and shares them in a personal and engaging way. Listen to their stories in a pop up audio art installation throughout the CBD.

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Cherry Tree Lane Little Street Library Keep an eye out for a delightful new surprise that will pop up outside the Spoon Full of Sugar Café in Cherry Tree Lane (Richmond Street).

The Little Street Library creates a new way for our community to share the joys of reading – bring along a book, take a book, it’s free!

More information and how to book:Online: www.marypoppinsfestival.com.au

Phone: 4122 6000 (Mon to Fri 8.30am–4.30pm)

In Person: Brolga Theatre Box Office 5 Walker Street (Mon to Fri 8.30am–4.30pm)

LEGEND FOR EVENTS PROGRAM Cost MusicFamily PerformanceFilm ArtChildren

Backstage Jazz Club with The Jake Bristow Trio

FRI 24 JUN, 5pm–8pm Brolga Theatre Map l

Presented by the Brolga Theatre

Jake has quickly made a name for himself on the Brisbane jazz scene. A pianist and vocalist with a warm vocal tone and sublime understanding of groove ... plus a quick wit and cheeky personality.

A Last Friday Club evening with a difference – the audience and bar will join Jake and his trio on the main stage for an intimate cabaret performance, behind the curtain. Entry via the stage door.

“Jazz music has always drawn a crowd with its unique melody and arrangement – telling stories full of complexity and secrecy.”

A cultural service of

The Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) is a partnership between the Queensland Government and Fraser Coast Regional Council

24 – 25 June, 2016




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Sian Evans at Gatakers by Night

SAT 25 JUN, 5pm–9pm Gatakers Artspace Map h

Presented by Gatakers Artspace

Guitar and banjo clad lass, Sian Evans, known as the leading vocals and driving force behind Brisbane's favourite harmonising flood-folksters The Rusty Datsuns.

Settle in with a table for two or a group of friends, or byo folding chairs or picnic rug. Casual meal options and delicious desserts available. Full bar facilities – please NO BYO.

Outdoor Movie Night

FRI 24 JUN, 4:30pm for 5:45pm Portside Map j

What better way to share a classic story? Snuggle up with rugs, blankets and beanies and share a classic family movie, under the stars. Food stalls on site for dinner, hot coffee, drinks and pancakes. Free rides and face painting for children from 4.30pm.

Presented by Maryborough City Progress Association



Sunday in the Park

SUN 26 JUN, 10am–2pm Queens Park kStraight from the pages of a storybook, Maryborough’s Queens Park transforms into a relaxed morning of fun, food, brass bands and steam train rides.

Maryborough Excelsior City Band play inside the graceful old band rotunda while the Mary Ann, a full sized replica of Queensland’s first steam locomotive built in Maryborough in 1873, chugs along the riverside taking passengers through Queens Park and the Mary River Parklands.

Children and adults can also climb onboard one of the many miniature steam engines, which run on a circuit around Queens Park. The sight of little legs – and not so little legs – dangling from tiny carriages as the trains weave around the track is guaranteed to delight.

Presented by: Melsa, Whistle Stop and Maryborough Excelsior City Band

Ian Moss – Six Strings Classic Tour

SAT 25 JUN, 8pm All tickets $55 Brolga Theatre lOne of Australia’s iconic musicians, five times ARIA winner Ian Moss delivers an unforgettable live sound – sharing his classic stories on guitar and his silken voice, ringing with clarity and resonating with pure soul.

Ian’s distinctive vocal is the essential signature of his soulful, bluesy muse – as it has been since his first tentative foray into music during the early 1970s.

The Six Strings Classic Tour will be the perfect intimate setting for audiences to experience the powerfully resonating classic songs of Cold Chisel and Ian Moss.

25 – 26 June, 2016

Queensland Youth Orchestra 2Conductor: Sergei V Korschmin, Bassoon Soloist: James Dodd

SUN 26 JUN,1pm Brolga Theatre 2)

ENTRY $5 | Children & Students

Did you know? Hansel and Gretel is a full-scale opera written by 19th century composer Engelbert Humperdinck. The idea was proposed to him by his sister who had written songs for her children based on the story 'Hansel and Gretel'.

This special concert by QYO2 will feature Humperdinck's Prelude to Hansel and Gretel, as well as Mozart's Bassoon Concerto, Tchaikovsky's Symphony 4 and many more.

QYO2 is a full-sized symphony orchestra with 70 members aged from 11 to 21. QYO2 regularly thrills audiences with its high quality performances, often prompting concert patrons to review pre-conceived notions they have of a 'youth orchestra' performance.

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26 – 27 June, 2016

The Supreme Dreams Singing the Stories from Motown

POSTPONED until 16 Sep Brolga Theatre l

Adult $35; Friends / Concession $30; Student / Child $25

Adult Group (10+) $30 each; Group (10+) $20 each

Three gorgeous girls with fabulous voices, retro costumes and groovy dance moves, bring back the hit songs of the 60s. Think Martha and the Vandellas, Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner and The Supremes and you’ll start humming: Baby Love, Nowhere to Run, Proud Mary and You Can’t Hurry Love will have any audience Dancin’ in the Streets!

Tammi, Cindy and Kiki are The Supreme Dreams and they will have you out of your seat and dancing.

Maryborough Art Festival Exhibition Maryborough Art Society

Opening Night: MON 27 JUN, 6pm

Tickets at the door $10

TUE 28 JUN – FRI 8 JUL, 9am–4pm daily

City Hall, Kent St ;An exhibition of entries to the annual Maryborough Arts Festival competition. 14 sections covering all mediums and including people's choice and junior awards.

Brown Sugar: Kelli McGregor

SUN 26 JUN – 29 JULY

Gatakers Creative Space, 311 Kent St h

A pop up exhibition of paintings by Maryborough artist, Kelli McGregor, that tell the story of the Kanaka trade; how young men and women were coerced, some forced, into coming to Queensland as indentured labour.

Works can be viewed from the window or come in and meet Kelli as she works on site: Thu 30 June & 7 July 10am–4pm; Sat 25 June 5pm–9pm.

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MON 27 WED 29 THU 30Choirs & Songbirds Strings Jazz

Bond Store Basement Club

MON 27 JUN – THU 30 JUN, 6pm–9pm Bond Store f

$5 cover charge Children & Students

The Bond Store basement, complete with original brick walls, cobblestone floors and barrel rails, becomes the unique setting for a pop up festival music hub – celebrating various genres of music and the ways music inspires and moves the human spirit. A nightly program featuring performances by Riverside Christian College.

Proudly presented by: Bond Store, Riverside Christian College



27 – 29 June, 2016

Art in the Alley: April Spadina

TUE 28 JUN – SAT 2 JULY Artist on site: 10am–2pm, Kings Lane

Grand Opening: SUN 3 JUL, 10am

April Spadina is well known for her delightful, playful caricatures of animals. Pop down to Kings Lane (off Adelaide Street next to Friendlies Chemist) during the festival to see her bring to life a whimsical story of three very naughty animals who have commandeered bicycles and taken off down the laneway!

I Can Swim a Rainbow – stories and silk painting workshops with Kim Toft

MON 27 JUN PL Travers House oKim Michelle Toft is a full time marine artist, author, illustrator and publisher of environmental children’s books depicting vibrant underwater worlds hand painted on silk. “Children are our future and I believe my books are valuable tools towards heightening awareness of the need to preserve many of our endangered sea creatures and the oceans they live in.”

10am – 11am A creative storytelling session for children aged 5–11. Kim shares her stories through interactive singing, dancing and a live demonstration of her silk painting.

1pm – 4pm $15 for materials A creative, hands on workshop with Kim Toft for children aged 11 to 18. Create your own silk painting that will be a part of a special pop-up festival art exhibition, that will bring back stories and colour into the birthplace of Mary Poppins’ author PL Travers.

Bookings essential due to limited numbers. Call the Brolga Box Office on 4122 6000.


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Winter Art Festival WorkshopsMaryborough Art Society

TUE 28 JUN – SUN 3 JULY

City Hall, Kent St ;

Six days of learning and creativity. Visual and creative arts with top tutors working with oils, acrylics, mixed media, origami and more. All workshops run for 2, 3 or 5 days.

For more information and bookings go to: www.maryboroughart.com or ph: 4122 4408

The Magical Stories of Mary Poppins: Monika and Inge BayerAlpha 31 Art Gallery and Sculpture Garden

WED 29 JUN – FRI 29 JUL, 9:30am – 12:30pm daily

Customs Residence, Wharf St sEnjoy an exhibition of drawings and moulds inspired by the stories of Mary Poppins and created by Maryborough artists and sculptor Monika Bayer. Children can enjoy creative activities and then discover the bronze story pavers in their pride of place in Cherry Tree Lane (Richmond St).

Enter a colouring in competition for a chance to WIN an original dragon sculpture valued at $250 inspired from Mary Poppins story “The Evening Out.”

29 – 30 June, 2016

Nikki Bennett's Helen Reddy Show

THU 30 JUN, 11am Brolga Theatre l

$15 Adult; $13 Friends of the Brolga; $12 Groups of 10+

As the 'Queen of 70s Pop', Helen Reddy rose to massive international super stardom. With fifteen singles in the American top 40 and three #1 hits in the same year, her signature tune, I Am Woman became the feminist anthem of a generation.

In this beautiful one woman show, Nikki Bennett's performance captures the essence of this amazing artist through her life story, with all of its extraordinary highs and lows.

Alice in Wonderland Party Wed 29 June, 10am–11am $2.70

Maryborough Library 2! The library is going mad-hatting-mad at our Alice in Wonderland Party! Join us for hedgehog croquet & delectable, edible tea-cups to create & gobble. Create and decorate your own mad-hatter hat & lots, lots more !!!

Ages 3–8 Bookings essential. Refer page 7 for details.



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My Imagination Eats Eggs: A workshop of storytelling and play with Nadia Sunde

THU 30 JUN & FRI 1 JUL, 10am and 2pm

Bookings essential due to limited numbers.Call the Brolga Box Office on 4122 6000. PL Travers House o"Once upon a time there was a little girl who discovered her colourful imagination …"

Join acclaimed children’s writer, performer and comedienne Nadia Sunde as she takes a journey into the world of imagination. This workshop will involve laughter, a guitar, songwriting, silly voices, storytelling, dramatic play, giggling, puppets and a fluffy teapot.

“Children are guaranteed to leave this workshop full of creative ideas, bubbling conversation and stories to share.”

WHAT’S YOUR STORY? What's Your Story?

THU 30 JUN, 9am – 1pm City Hall Green 2)

Meet some of the people involved in the What's Your Story project (refer page 7) and listen to their story in person at a pop up Story Booth on Maryborough Market Day. Be inspired to share your story and add to our community pages.

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Maryborough’s riverside parks and heritage streetscapes will come to life just like scenes from Mary Poppins with a host of costumed characters and delightfully themed activities and entertainment.

Nanny races, chimney sweep challenges, chalk drawings, street theatre, and circus shows are part of a packed program that includes the grand parade.

Pop up performances and live music featuring an exciting line-up of local artists will delight the crowd.

Children’s workshops filled with hands-on, creative sessions involving story telling, puppets, circus acts, kites, yoga and umbrellas add to the fun of this famous annual celebration.

Saturday 2 July, 2016

Brought to you through the generously sweet sponsorship of MSF Sugar Ltd – a proud supporter of our community since 1886.


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10:00 The Proud Mary's present: Mary's Morning Tea 1Mary's River Cruise Singalong 3MUSO’s / Humps / The Red G’s. Local Musical Performances 2Kidz Yoga 4

10:15 Debase Theatre presents: Concerto for Harmony & Presto 5‘Funky Chicken’ Interactive Book Reading 6

10.30 Puppets Play in the Basement 13

11:00 Mary's River Cruise Singalong 3Kidz Yoga 4

11:15 Maryborough Excelsior City Band Performance 7

11:30 Assembly of the Grand Paraders

Puppets Play in the Basement 13Bazil & Grumble Gameshow 1

12:00 The Grand Parade – 2Nadia Sunde presents: Nadia and Mattie B 1Debase Theatre Workshop: Concerto for Harmony & Presto 5

12:15 Costume Competition Judging 2‘Funky Chicken’ Interactive Book Reading 6

1:00 Great Nanny Race (including Celebrity Heat) 2Maryborough Excelsior City Band Performance 7Playtime Storytelling 1

1:30 Nadia Sunde presents: Nadia and Mattie B 1

2:00 Chimney Sweep Challenge 2Debase Theatre present: Concerto for Harmony & Presto 5

2:15 ‘Funky Chicken’ Interactive Book Reading 6

2:30 Bazil & Grumble Gameshow 1

3:00 Workshop with Nadia Sunde 9Playtime Storytelling 1

3:30 Cherry Ripes – Comedy Duo 1


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Mary's Morning Tea

Chimney Sweep Challenge

Grand Parade Assembly

Great Nanny Race

Mary Poppins Merchandise

InformationAny lost and found items will be kept at the Wharf Street Information Stand. If any children become separated from their families, please go to the Wharf Street Information Stand.

Emergency ServicesShould you need to contact Police or Emergency Services it is advisable to dial 000. St John First Aid Station will be located in the Richmond Street carpark.


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Carriage Ridesc. Melsa Miniature Trainsd. Mary Ann Steam Traine. Cruisey Camel Ridesf. Little Street Circusg. Penguin Crafth. MARY PhotoBoothi. Word Wagonj. Scavenger Huntk. T Model Ford Car Displayl. Chalk Drawingsm. Ace Facepaintingn. Feed the Birds!o. Kite Making Workshopp. Artybrellas Workshop

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Parents’ Rest StationA parents’ rest station has been set aside for quiet feeding and nappy change facilities. This station is provided thanks to the Australian Breast Feeding Association.

Smoking Breakout areasPlease note that the festival area is a no smoking area.

Public Toilets

Accessible Toilets



The Proud Marys present: Mary’s Morning Tea

10:00am – 11:30am Map 1

Spend a very special morning with the Proud Marys – the instigators of the Mary Poppins Festival.

Meet the Mary Poppins characters and enjoy entertainment from the Maryborough Youth Choir, DanceZone and more.

Mary’s River Cruise Singalong

10:00am & 11:00am Map 3

Join Mary Poppins and some of her friends on a pleasant cruise along the Mary River. With song highlights from the beloved movie and musical, you’ll get to sing along to these classics, take a photo with the characters and enjoy the treats on board.

A whole day dedicated to the magic of Mary Poppins with fun for little kids and big kids at heart. Dress up and be part of the fun!



Debase Theatre presents:

Concerto for Harmony & Presto

10:15am & 2:00pm (performances) 12noon (workshop) Map 5

A compelling story combining musical ingenuity and playful performances. Created for 3–8 year olds and their families, Concerto for Harmony & Presto is a theatrical and enchanting exploration of music as a communication tool for overcoming difference. Cost applies. Bookings required. See page 7 for details.

MUSOs / Humps / The Red Gs10:00am – 11:30am Map 2

Enjoy the sounds from local musicians as they play some old fashioned favourites.

Kidz Yoga

10:00am & 11:00am Map 4

This fun and easy introductory session of yoga will get children moving around, stretching and nourishing their little bodies with different poses and activities.

Cost applies.

‘Funky Chicken’ Interactive Book Reading

10:15am, 12:15pm & 2:15pm Map 6

Join Funky Chicken, and his creator/author Chris Collin, as they perform an interactive reading of their book ‘Funky Chicken’. This highly engaging presentation includes singing, dancing, and even a visit from some puppet friends – this one is not to be missed!

Book signings and art activities will be available in between performances – check the venue for more details.

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Nadia and Mattie B

12noon & 1:30pm Map 1

A delightful entertaining an interactive performance for children.

Maryborough Excelsior City Band Performances

11:15am & 1:00pm Map 7

Founded in 1913, this community based brass band has been a very Maryborough tradition for decades, and has performed at most Mary Poppins Festivals since its inception.

Bazil & Grumble Game Show

11:30am & 2:30pm Map 1

The show where the audience get the chance to become stars! Bazil and Grumble are the hosts of the brand new interactive game show experience. They bring creativity, comedy and clowning to the stage but… they need special guests. Who has the courage get their GAME ON live on stage? With quizzes, quests and physical challenges inspired by popular children’s literature, this show takes the concept of reality shows to a new level – this is reality theatre!

Playtime Storytelling1:00pm & 3:00pm Map 1

Join Mary Poppins and her silly friend as Mary reads you a story full of dreams and laughter. With plenty of singing, dancing and good old fashioned nursery rhymes.


The Grand Parade

12noon (Assembly at 11:30am) Map –2

Dress up in your best wares and bring your most amazing hat and/or umbrella! Enter the competition by joining in the Parade or grab a prime spot to see the procession march by.

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Great Nanny Race(including Celebrity Heat)

1:00pm Map 2

Watch as some local celebrities try to show off their finest nanny etiquette skills. With Mary Poppins as judge how do you think they will go? Then it’s your turn – both Adult and Children categories.

Chimney Sweep Challenge

2:00pm Map 2

Time to bust out your best chimney sweep moves and get sooted up. An entertaining way to round out the day by taking part in this fun and light hearted challenge, mainly for kids and those big kids at heart.

My imagination eats eggs Nadia Sunde Storytelling Workshop

3:00pm Map 9

Nadia uses her skills as a professional performer to engage children in a vibrant and interactive workshop full of stories, songs and laughter. Bookings recommended. See page 7 for details.

Cherry Ripes

3:30pm Map 1

Cherry Ripes is a duo of two old ladies who are growing old disgracefully. They love to entertain with the ukelele, drums and plastic chicken. Warning – watching these ladies may cause joy, happiness and laughter. Their style of music has been described as 'Fusion' or is it 'conFusion'?


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Little Street Circus Map f

Learn how to juggle, hula hoop and ride a unicycle with the Little Street Gang.

Tie Dyeing Workshops Map f

BYO shirt. Cost applies.

Penguin Craft Map g

Presented by Churches of Christ Care – come along and make your own penguin themed activity.

MARY PhotoBooth Map h

Take a photo with the Proud Mary’s ‘MARY’ letters to prove you were here!

Word Wagon Map i

Produce your own “super” made up word, or alternatively, share your favourite word for the world to see.

Scavenger Hunt Map j

Take part in the NEW Treasure Trail – search for items on the list provided and take photographic evidence that you actually found them! Find out more at the Information Stand.

T Model Ford Car Display Map k

Visiting T Model Fords drop in to the Festival before their National Rally here in 2019! See a taster of what’s in store.

Chalk Drawings Map l

Come and see Willy and his team’s latest instalment of Mary Poppins' themed chalk art.

Ace Facepainting Map m

Be transformed into your favourite animal or character to really feel a part of the event.

Feed the Birds! Map n

Make a unique bird feeder to take home to encourage native birds to your own garden or balcony.

Kite Making Workshop Map o

Create and design your own paper kite! Yours to keep so you can send it soaring.

Artybrellas Map p

The popular umbrella painting activity is back! Cost applies.

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Paper Doll Workshop Map 11

Create your own cut out character and even dress them for the occasion.

Junior Detective Activity Map 11

Search the Cabinet of Curiosities to find intriguing objects and facts about Maryborough's past.

Monika Bayer Exhibition Map 12

Mary Poppins inspired illustrations and works

Colour to WIN Map 12

Children enter the colouring competition for a chance to win a sculpture by Monika Bayer.

Roaming Performers• Mary Poppins Themed Stilt Walker

• Balloon Mania Artistry

• Troubadours Theatre Group - Stuff & Nonsense

• MUSOs / Humps / The Red G’s

• Cherry Ripes (Musical Comedy Duo)

• Addictive Dramatics - Pop Up Performance

• Fraser Coast Wildlife Sanctuary Animals

A Spoonful of Sugar Port & Liqueur Tastings Map 13

Meet the characters of Bond Store as you sample our practically perfect regional liqueur products. Includes two tastings and an etched port glass. Cost applies.

Pirate Bay Map 15

Aaargh me maties! Join the pirate crew at Gatakers Artspace with pirate craft, activities and balloon swords. Cost applies to some activities.


Add Harmony and Presto, and you have music! A creative play workshop for children aged 3–8 with Debase Productions

2pm $5 per child Accompanying adult

Bookings essential. Call Brolga Box Office 4122 6000

Explore your world and discover how music is in everyday items. Play and create with virtuoso musicians specialising in jazz, soul, funk and pop! This workshop takes children through a range of activities and games to fire up their imaginations and engage in imaginative play.

3 – 5 July, 2016

Chanteuse – Women in Voice

3pm – 5pm

Three talented local female musicians: Vibeke Voller, Leonie Kingdom and Sam Maddison will share their favourite stories through song. With special guest Nadia Sunde.

“Riverside"

3pm – 5pm

Join in a colourful and creative Sunday afternoon art activity led by Maryborough artist and arts tutor Valerie McIntosh. Explore the fun and inspiration of colour and contribute to a unique artwork that will become a new community art piece for the Brolga Theatre.

Dad’s Films It’s Dad’s choice for a free outdoor family movie night! In the lead up to the festival, parents will be invited to vote on a list of much-loved pre 1990s family films on the festival website. The one that receives the most votes, will be screened from 5.15pm at Sunday Riverside. The Brolga’s Riverside lawn will become a drive-in cinema with custom made cars for little ones to enjoy while watching the movie.

Outdoor Movie (Dad's Choice)

5.15pm

Food stalls on site for meals, hot coffee and pancakes. Full bar facilities – please NO BYO alcohol. Free rides, lawn games and face painting for children.

Sunday Riverside

SUN 3 JUL, 2pm – 8pm Brolga Theatre, Riverside Lawn l

A family afternoon by the river followed by a special outdoor movie event. Presented by Friends of the Brolga Theatre and Maryborough City Progress Association

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Bunderground Film Festival

MON 4 JUL, 6pm – 7pm Bond Store Basement f

Limited seats. To book call 4190 5722

Showcasing film, music, visual art, projection art and more from emerging independent artists of the Wide Bay.

NB: Suitable for Mature Audiences

Presented by Friends of the Brolga: Raising funds in support of live performance on the Fraser Coast.

Wide Open Sky Presented by Friends of the Brolga Theatre

TUE 5 JUL, 10am Brolga Theatre l

Adult $5; Student/child $2

An uplifting movie from outback Australia. Out here, footy is king and music education is rare as rain. But we learn that life is full of possibilities as we follow a group of children far from their homes, heading off to music camp to prepare for their big concert. A warm hearted documentary in which the children do most of the talking, with an honesty and confidence that is both hilarious and touching.

A film for all ages on the big screen at the Brolga Theatre.

Puppet Workshop

MON 4 JUL

2pm – 3.30pm

$2.70 Maryborough Library 2!Ages 8+ with Judy Harris from Puppet Hut. Make your own puppet and learn how to bring your stories to life!Bookings essential. Refer page 7

5 – 8 July, 2016

Songlines: Stories and Song in the Bond Store

TUE 5 JUL, 6pm Bond Store f

Adult $5 Student /Child

A night of songs and stories from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists in the unique surrounds of the Bond Store basement.

Songlines Family Concert

WED 6 JUL, 6pm Gatakers Artspace h

A very special concert in the Gatakers Artspace courtyard featuring the NAIDOC Choir – The Lilly Pillies organised by Jon Vea Vea, Leon Nehow and Sons, John Corowa, Clowry Kennell and Jamie Raveneau. Food stalls and outdoor bar onsite.

Moonaboola Street Party

THU 7 JUL, 5pm – 8pm Adelaide and Kent Streets

A celebration in the streets showcasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander performers and artists. Food stalls and children’s rides on site.

These events are presented, supported or endorsed by the 2016 NAIDOC Committee. For more NAIDOC week activities throughout the Fraser Coast, refer to page 22 of Scene.


Events program

Attilla Sautov & Oleg Poliansky Duo Recital

FRI 8 JUL, 7pm Brolga Theatre l

Adult $34; Concession $28; Student/Child $12; Under 12yrs

Classical music evokes emotion and stories without using words.

Australian violin virtuoso Attilla Sautov and Ukrainian pianist Oleg Poliansky will showcase masterful duets and solo pieces by Bach, Handel, Mozart, Bazzini, Beethoven, Chopin and more.

The Greats of 70s Country Music presented by The Johnny Cash Show

FRI 8 JUL, 8pm Brolga Theatre l

Adult $60; Concession/Student/Child $55; Group 10+ $55

The 70s was a classic era of country music when some of the best known names shared stories through songs that remain with us today.

Daniel Thompson presents this brilliant new concert experience that showcases some of the best including: Kenny Rogers, Willie Nelson, John Denver, Dolly Parton, Dr Hook, The Bellamy Brothers, Linda Ronstadt and a special tribute to Johnny Cash.

"My mother was a Maryborough girl and I was born here as well. Our bloodline goes back several generations, and the more I researched, the more I understood about the notion of home begins where the heart is, and how connected our lives have been with the life of the Mary River."

What the River Told Me

FRI 8 and SAT 9 JUL, 6pm

All tickets $15 Bond Store Basement f

Award-winning writer and performer Ian Brown is deeply connected to the life of the Mary River and he has returned home to share his love of Maryborough as part of the Mary Poppins Festival.

The theatrical performance is a collection of stories which tell of struggles, floods, booms and busts during the early days of Maryborough's settlement history.



Maryborough Stories by Night A Guided Story Trail Experience

FRI 1 JUL and SUN 3 JUL, 5.30pm (approx 2 hours duration)

$10 per person from Bond Store fDiscover the true art of storytelling and join an evening story trail, led by a member of the ancient guild of story tellers. This multi-media experience commences in the basement of the Bond Store and walk through the heritage streets of the city. Be enchanted, shocked and moved as you experience stories of mystery, adventure, love and sorrow. A mixture or theatre, sound and light and a bit of magic to breathe life into our past.

Please dress for the weather and comfortable walking shoes are a must! Not recommended for children under the age of eight years.

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experience that shares the stories of our city in a unique and engaging way.

Follow a delightful trail of public art and memorials that magically bring our stories and characters to life through the creativity and imagination of our artisans.

Scan here to follow the story trail.

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Maryborough Match Making Machine An imagined history public artwork by Russell Anderson

from 29 JUN Corner Wharf and Richmond Streets

In the mid to late 1800’s, 154 immigration ships delivered 22,000 people to the Port of Maryborough, including many young unmarried women. It was not long before the colonial bachelors of Maryborough eagerly pursued these ladies in courtship.

In 1862, an enterprising ad salesman at the local paper struck on an idea to provide a one-stop-shop for both match-making and marriage licensing. To keep costs down, the process was automated and a match-making apparatus was installed on the footpath down by the docks. This machine has recently been recovered from storage and reinstalled in its rightful place. Bring your partner and test if you are indeed a true match!

Continue the Story with a Passport to History… Maryborough has some fascinating and diverse heritage attractions. Find out more about our people and their stories. We’ve got plenty more to tell!

$15 passport Purchase from Bond Store, Wharf Street

The Story of the Midnight Grocer Brennan & Geraghty’s Store Museum, 64 Lennox Street | 10am–3pm

Stories of Heroes and Sacrifice Maryborough Military and Colonial Museum, Wharf Street | Mon to Fri 9.30am–3.30pm; Sat & Sun 9.30am–12.30pm

A Journey to a New World Customs House, Wharf Street | Mon to Fri 9.30am–3.30pm; Sat & Sun 9.30am–12.30pm

Tipples and Tales Bond Store, Wharf Street | Mon to Fri 9.30am–3.30pm; Sat & Sun 9.30am–12.30pm

Love on the Docks – a story brought to life by the Stuff and Nonsense Troubadours

SAT 2 JUL Pop up street performances throughout the day

A particularly swift courtship followed the arrival of the ship ‘Ariadne’ in 1862. Witness the story of William McKintyre, a young romantic and a child of impulse, as he woos a good few lassies (some of whom are remarkably winsome) who recently arrived in Maryborough. Will he find his true love? Or will his hopes be dashed and his search continue?

Night-time Dream Gallery

25 JUN – 10 JUL, dusk to 9pm

Wall behind PL Travers House above Spoon Full of Sugar Café oSearch the skies to see enchanting Mary Poppins characters and children’s dreams and imaginations come to life! A very special evening art installation that forms part of the Maryborough Story Trail.

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DISCLAIMER: Every care has been taken to ensure information is correct at the time of publication. The producers accept no responsibility for any errors, omissions or changes leading to such information being incorrect. As activities may cancel or change, please confirm details when making your plans. The website should have the latest information available especially for pop-up events throughout the festival.

PAGE REF COST FRI 24 SAT 25 SUN 26 MON 27 TUE 28 WED 29 THU 30 FRI 1 SAT 2 SUN 3 MON 4 TUE 5 WED 6 THU 7 FRI 8 SAT 9 SUN 10

MARY POPPINS IN THE PARK 18-27 FREE •Festival HighlightsSteam Trains & Brass Bands @ Sunday in the Park 10 FREE •The Art of Storytelling @ Sunday Riverside 28 FREE •NAIDOC – Moonaboola Street Party 30 FREE •Storytelling Performances and ActivitiesNAIDOC – Songlines Stories and Song in the Bond Store 30 $ •What the River Told Me 31 $ • •Maryborough Stories by NIght 32 $ • •What's Your Story 17 FREE •Storytelling through ArtBrown Sugar, a pop up exhibition by Kelli McGregor 12 FREE • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •Maryborough Art Society Exhibition Opening Night 12 $ •Maryborough Art Society Annual Exhibition 12 FREE • • • • • • • • • • •Art in the Alley with April Spadina 14 FREE • • • • • •Riverside – a community art activity 28 FREE •Nightime Dream Gallery 34 FREE • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •Storytelling through MusicBackstage Jazz Club with The Jake Bristow Trio 8 FREE •Sian Evans @ Gatakers by Night 9 FREE •Ian Moss – Six Strings Classic Tour 10 $ •Queensland Youth Orchestra 2 Concert 11 $ •The Supreme Dreams 12 $ •Choirs in the Bond Store Basement 13 $ •Songbirds in the Bond Store Basement 13 $ •Strings in the Bond Store Basement 13 $ •Jazz in the Bond Store Basement 13 $ •Nikki Bennett’s Helen Reddy Show 16 $ •NAIDOC Week – Family Concert @ Gatakers 30 FREE •The Greats of 70s Country Music 31 $ •Attilla Sautov & Oleg Poliansky Duo Recital 31 $ •Storytelling through FilmOutdoor Movie Night 9 FREE •Dad’s Choice Outdoor Film Night 28 FREE •Bundaground Films 29 $ •Wide Open Sky 29 $ •Storytelling for children through imagination and playI Can Swim a Rainbow stories and workshops 14 $ •My Imagination Eats Eggs stories and workshops 17 $ • •Concerto for Harmony & Presto 28 $ •Alice in Wonderland Party 16 $ •Puppet Workshop 29 $ •

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PAGE REF COST FRI 24 SAT 25 SUN 26 MON 27 TUE 28 WED 29 THU 30 FRI 1 SAT 2 SUN 3 MON 4 TUE 5 WED 6 THU 7 FRI 8 SAT 9 SUN 10

MARY POPPINS IN THE PARK 18-27 FREE •Festival HighlightsSteam Trains & Brass Bands @ Sunday in the Park 10 FREE •The Art of Storytelling @ Sunday Riverside 28 FREE •NAIDOC – Moonaboola Street Party 30 FREE •Storytelling Performances and ActivitiesNAIDOC – Songlines Stories and Song in the Bond Store 30 $ •What the River Told Me 31 $ • •Maryborough Stories by NIght 32 $ • •What's Your Story 17 FREE •Storytelling through ArtBrown Sugar, a pop up exhibition by Kelli McGregor 12 FREE • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •Maryborough Art Society Exhibition Opening Night 12 $ •Maryborough Art Society Annual Exhibition 12 FREE • • • • • • • • • • •Art in the Alley with April Spadina 14 FREE • • • • • •Riverside – a community art activity 28 FREE •Nightime Dream Gallery 34 FREE • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •Storytelling through MusicBackstage Jazz Club with The Jake Bristow Trio 8 FREE •Sian Evans @ Gatakers by Night 9 FREE •Ian Moss – Six Strings Classic Tour 10 $ •Queensland Youth Orchestra 2 Concert 11 $ •The Supreme Dreams 12 $ •Choirs in the Bond Store Basement 13 $ •Songbirds in the Bond Store Basement 13 $ •Strings in the Bond Store Basement 13 $ •Jazz in the Bond Store Basement 13 $ •Nikki Bennett’s Helen Reddy Show 16 $ •NAIDOC Week – Family Concert @ Gatakers 30 FREE •The Greats of 70s Country Music 31 $ •Attilla Sautov & Oleg Poliansky Duo Recital 31 $ •Storytelling through FilmOutdoor Movie Night 9 FREE •Dad’s Choice Outdoor Film Night 28 FREE •Bundaground Films 29 $ •Wide Open Sky 29 $ •Storytelling for children through imagination and playI Can Swim a Rainbow stories and workshops 14 $ •My Imagination Eats Eggs stories and workshops 17 $ • •Concerto for Harmony & Presto 28 $ •Alice in Wonderland Party 16 $ •Puppet Workshop 29 $ •

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E111111111111111111111111111111FFor more information visit marypoppinsfestival.com.au or cal 1800 214 789

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