Maroochydore

Maroochydore Arts

Art Galleries

• Art on Cairncross: Featuring contemporary Australian artwork, Art on Cairncross offers visitors the chance to view and purchase unique pieces. Location: 3 Panorama Place, Maleny. Contact: (07) 5429 6404.


• Noosa Regional Gallery: With changing exhibitions by local and national artists, the Noosa Regional Gallery invites visitors to engage with a diverse range of contemporary art. Location: 9 Pelican Street, Tewantin. Contact: (07) 5329 6145.


• Montville Art Gallery: Located in the picturesque town of Montville, the Montville Art Gallery showcases a range of work from talented local and national artists, including paintings, sculptures and ceramics. Location: 138 Main Street, Montville. Contact: (07) 5442 9211.

Dance Schools

• Sunshine Coast Dance Centre: Offering classes for all ages and levels, Sunshine Coast Dance Centre provides quality tuition in a friendly and supportive atmosphere. Styles taught include ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary and hip hop. Location: 3/8 Karome Street, Pacific Paradise. Contact: (07) 5450 7313.


• Coast Academy of Dance: With a focus on classical ballet, Coast Academy of Dance also offers classes in jazz, tap, contemporary and acrobatics for students aged three and up. Location: 2/38 Aerodrome Road, Maroochydore. Contact: (07) 5451 1100.


• Elite Avenue: For those interested in street dance styles such as hip hop and breakdancing, Elite Avenue provides experienced and passionate instructors and a welcoming environment. Location: 1/43 Access Crescent, Coolum Beach. Contact: 0407 364 200.

Theatre Companies

• Noosa Theatre Company: Producing a range of plays and musicals throughout the year, Noosa Theatre Company has been a part of the local community for over 40 years. Location: 163 Weyba Road, Noosaville. Contact: (07) 5449 9343.


• The Lind Theatre: A community theatre space with a capacity of 258, The Lind Theatre hosts a variety of productions, from comedy to drama to musicals. Location: 16 Mitchell Street, Nambour. Contact: (07) 5441 1814.


• BATS Theatre Company: Based in Buderim, BATS Theatre Company produces several shows each year, including straight plays, musicals and cabaret-style performances. Location: 14 Oakmont Drive, Buderim. Contact: (07) 5445 2515.

Artist Studios and Workshops

• Circle of Trust Art Studio: A place for local artists to create, exhibit and sell their work, Circle of Trust Art Studio also hosts workshops and classes in painting, drawing, printmaking and more. Location: 95 Memorial Avenue, Maroochydore. Contact: (07) 5309 6307.


• Glasshouse Country Arts Trail: A collective of artists who open their studios and galleries to the public during the annual Arts Trail event. Visitors can meet the artists, see their work and purchase unique pieces. Contact: info@glasshousecountryartstrail.com.au.


• Maleny Arts and Crafts Group: Providing a space for artists and crafters to work and share their skills, the Maleny Arts and Crafts Group also runs regular workshops and classes. Location: 50 Bunya Street, Maleny. Contact: (07) 5499 9345.

Creative Writing Workshops

• Queensland Writers Centre: Offering a range of workshops and events for writers of all levels, the Queensland Writers Centre provides support and resources for those looking to improve their writing skills or connect with other writers. Location: Level 2, State Library of Queensland, Stanley Place, South Brisbane. Contact: (07) 3842 9922.


• Sunshine Coast Creative Writing Group: A community of writers who meet regularly to share their work, give and receive feedback and participate in writing challenges and exercises. Contact: sunshinecoastcreativewriting@gmail.com.


• Maleny Writers' Group: A supportive community of local writers who come together to workshop their writing and share their knowledge. Location: Maleny Neighbourhood Centre, 17 Bicentenary Lane, Maleny. Contact: malenywritersgroup@gmail.com.