MECC Presents: The Sunshine Club

Before purchasing tickets, please read the Terms & Conditions.

Set is 1946, the joyful and acclaimed musical The Sunshine Club, tells the story of Aboriginal soldier Frank Doyle, who is just returning home to Brisbane after serving in WW2, to find that, while the world may have changed, the same attitudes and prejudices still exist at home.

But this only fills Frank with a strong desire to change things for the better by setting up The Sunshine Club. A place where all people are welcome to come together, laugh, romance and dance the night away as Frank sets out to win the heart of Rose, the girl from next door. The Sunshine Club is a gloriously energetic, thought provoking and above all entertaining night of theatre.

“The Sunshine Club is essential viewing – foremost for the joyous musical talent of its cast, but also for its story of local history and optimistic message of community strength in diversity.” Stage Whispers “The Sunshine Club... signals a brilliant new landmark in Australian musicals… an unashamedly feel-good musical.” The Australian

“Humorous, thought-provoking and realistic, “The Sunshine Club” explores Australia’s sometimes shameful past relations with its indigenous people by revealing the little-known existence of mixed race dancing clubs that sprung up around the nation after the Second World War.” Variety

Recommended Age: 16+ Years
Content Warning: This show contains theatrical haze and mature themes including reference to abortion.

Our boxes are available to pre-order online and limited boxes will be available to purchase pre-show, until sold out. To avoid disappointment, please pre-order. Trio of Dips Box $11 (serves one) Enjoy house made dips served with warmed naan bread MECC Antipasto Boxes $15 (serves one) Tantalise your taste buds with a selection of assorted cheeses, house made relish, gourmet danish salami, water crackers and seasonal fresh and dried fruits Pre-order cut-off: Boxes only available to pre-order up to 10am the day prior to event.  If event is on a weekend pre-orders close at 10am the Friday prior. Buy at the event: Limited boxes will be available to purchase at the event from the retail café until sold out. Collection at the event:  Boxes will be available for collection from the retail café 60 minutes prior to event, food can be taken into the Auditorium. Click here to purchase

Retail Café and Candy Bar - Join us 60 minutes prior to show and at interval (if applicable), we offer drinks, delicious food, and candy options.

Accessibility
Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre aims to ensure our venues and performances are welcoming and accessible. If you have any questions about access requirements, please contact the Box Office before purchasing tickets.

Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair seats/spaces are available for all events. These seats/spaces can be booked by contacting our Box Office on (07) 4961 9777.
All levels of the MECC carpark are fully wheelchair accessible.

Hearing Receivers are available in the Auditorium and a Hearing Loop is available in the Plenary Halls. To access this equipment simply enquire at the Box Office prior to event. Please contact the Box Office (07) 4961 9777 or visit us in person for more information.

Companion Cards
Companion Card holders are entitled to a complimentary companion ticket to all performances. The cardholder must provide their Companion Card details when making bookings and present the valid ID card to receive their ticket/s from the Box Office. To access this program, please contact the box office on (07) 4961 9777 or visit us in person.