Friends of the MECC
The Friends of the MECC are a volunteer group dedicated to supporting the centre by providing a large, volunteer workforce and by purchasing items of equipment for the centre.
When you become a Friend of the MECC volunteer, your membership card entitles you to four tickets per performance at the discounted rate. You may purchase for an existing cardholder if they are not present, however you will need to verify the name of the member.
Membership cards are $20 each and are not transferable - only the card holder can purchase discounted friend's tickets.
When you join the Friends as a volunteer member you receive the following benefits:
- Discounted tickets* for a wide range of selected shows
- Be the first to know about special offers
- Regular Newsletters including ticket giveaways
- The opportunity to undertake a rewarding community service role
- Gain exclusive access to our Friend of the MECC points reward system
*Terms and conditions apply, see below information sheet.
Friends of the MECC information
Friends of the MECC training
If you are interested in volunteering as a Friend of the MECC, you will need to register to attend a training session at the beginning of the year.
2027 training sessions:
To be advised
To register, please call the Box Office on 4961 9777 or email friendsofthemecc@mackay.qld.gov.au.
Friends of the MECC - Anne Bags
The Friends of the MECC have stepped out of the theatre and into the sewing room for a new project.
The volunteer organisation are dedicating their time to the centre in a different way, stitching together recycled promotional flags into stylish tote bags to be sold to patrons, with proceeds going directly to the Friends of the MECC.
The bags have been fondly named ‘Anne Bags’ after the late Anne Laws, who was a dedicated MECC employee for over 30 years, and an avid craft enthusiast.
President of the Friends of the MECC Committee Colleen Farry, said “It was Anne’s idea to create the bags from the flags, so we thought the name ‘Anne Bags’ would be a lovely way to commemorate her.”
Please note:
Stocks are limited and can only be purchased over the Box Office counter. Patrons can only select bags from selection available at the time of purchase. No exchanges or refunds available.
Friends of the MECC
Phone: 4961 9777 (Box Office)
Email: friendsofthemecc@mackay.qld.gov.au