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Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University’s 2025 3rd Year Bachelor of Acting students present their graduating Industry Showcase.

Be transported back in time as Bohemian Rhapsody recreates the visual excitement and electrifying energy of a Queen concert.

Matteo Lane is making his fabulous return down under!

Fast, on the edge and brutally funny, multi-award-winning Australian comedian, singer, writer, Reuben Kaye returns to QPAC!

Strap in for an electrifying take on the George Orwell classic – from the multi-award winning creative minds at Shake & Stir Theatre Co.

Nick Kyrgios brings his chart-topping podcast Hana Kuma’s Good Trouble LIVE to the stage this November!

Step into the world of Swan Lake like you’ve never seen it before – masterfully reimagined and streaming free on QPAC’s Digital Stage from 6pm, Friday 13 June to 6pm, Sunday 15 June.

Final show just added! Experience this classic Australian film in a new light as the Southern Cross Symphony perform the award-winning score live to the film.

Embark on a unique and rare opportunity to explore behind the scenes after hours with our After Dark Discovery Tour experience, a unique evening experience combining a tour and taste.

Hitchcock’s classic spy thriller meets Monty Python madness, now reimagined for a brand-new Australian tour. Directed by Damien Ryan and starring Lisa McCune, Ian Stenlake and The Umbilical Brothers!

Direct from Belfast and London’s West End, Ireland’s newest music sensation is heading to QPAC!

Experience this beloved musical that has been capturing the hearts of theatregoers around the globe for generations.

Experience some of the finest local First Nations artists in a night of free live music and storytelling.

Come and learn to weave at Clancestry! Learn about the regeneration of traditional cultural practices using raffia or palm leaves to create your very own masterpiece.

Celebrate the First Nations cultures of Brisbane and mark the official opening of Clancestry 2025 with First Gathering.

Get your mob together for a night of powerful, high-energy Blak music! An epic culmination of QPAC’s BlakBeats First Nations music development program.

Enjoy Live Art at Clancestry as artists create installations and paintings live throughout the festival.

Three powerful First Nations songwomen – Jess Hitchcock, Megan Sarmardin and SOLCHLD come together to share their stories through song.

Two nights of jam-packed free live music on our Mob Music Stage! Enjoy the vibes as the sun goes down with the sounds of our deadly First Nations artists.

Be the first to experience four new works written by emerging First Nations playwrights in these 10-minute rehearsed readings.

Join us for a weekend of vibrant culture, creativity, and free family fun as we celebrate First Nations art, stories, and community.

A critically acclaimed concert experience about two young boys from Queens who went on to become the world’s most successful music duo.

Lisa Simone performs the songs of her mother Dr Nina Simone with her band in the Concert Hall.

Join us for this free special screening as part of the Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake season at QPAC.

Critically acclaimed stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and TV personality, Alan Davies, comes to QPAC!

Join Australia’s early years leaders at the National Early Years Policy Summit at QPAC’s Out of the Box and be part of the next wave of change.

Experience the unmistakable voice of Alison Moyet live on her highly-anticipated world tour!

Register your school’s interest in this hands-on workshop. Students will explore the story of Where is the Green Sheep?, bringing the colourful characters to life through fun, drama-based activities. 

Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein is an electrifying tale of creation and humanity, retold in a large-scale theatrical event, returning to QPAC’s Playhouse.

Experience all 37 plays ... in 97 minutes ... with just 3 hilarious actors!

Live Acts. Local Talent. Free on Fridays. This is the perfect way to kickstart your weekend with a weekly program of free performances. 

A night of music from Laurel Canyon including the songs of Joni Mitchell, Crosby Stills Nash and Young, The Beach Boys, Carole King, The Doors, The Byrds, The Mamas and the Papas and more.

A Swan Lake like no other. Experience the breathtaking artistry of Ballet Preljocaj, exclusive to Brisbane.

An unforgettable musical adventure for fans of Star Wars and symphonic masterpieces, this concert promises to be a stellar experience.

Join the Southern Cross Soloists as they perform music of spirit, peace and belief – the pearls of the artform that transcend time and speak to the heart. 

Join us for this free special screening as part of the Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake season at QPAC.

Travel to the swingin’ sixties and celebrate the extraordinary life and music of British icon, Dusty Springfield, one of pop music’s greatest female stars.

Australia’s favourite tenor ensemble The TEN Tenors will visit QPAC's Concert Hall as part of their 30th Anniversary World Tour!

Emmy and two-time Grammy nominated jazz legend Kamasi Washington returns to Brisbane for the first time since 2022 for Open Season.

Enjoy Brahm’s concerto that’ll bring down the house and Beethoven’s rip-roaring 5th Symphony.

Embark on a unique and rare opportunity to explore behind the scenes after hours with our After Dark Discovery Tour experience, a unique evening experience combining a tour and taste.

Step into the world of Swan Lake like you’ve never seen it before – masterfully reimagined and streaming free on QPAC’s Digital Stage from 6pm, Friday 13 June to 6pm, Sunday 15 June.

Monkey Baa Theatre Company’s world premiere, is an immersive visual theatre experience based on the beloved children’s book by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek.

After sell-out seasons across the world, including London’s West End and Broadway, The Gruffalo returns to QPAC for songs, laughs and scary fun.

Join in the fun for an upbeat celebration of music and movement that brings all ages together in one giant dance party.

At 314 floors high and with 72 spiral side departments, enter the largest collection of books in the world and discover a magical world.

Calling all Little Chefs! Get ready for a delicious adventure where your child can learn the joy of cooking while creating fun, healthy recipes.

What are you hopeful for? Craft your own Tree of Hope as part of the large scale site installation this Out of the Box 2025 festival season.

Welcome to Jarjum Life Museum – a museum made by children – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Jarjum.

For Mothers is a creative and cultural project that supports mothers and their babies during the first 1000 days, led by global Indigenous artists Lia Pa’apa’a and Johannah Maza.

Through guided meditation exercises, children will learn how to quiet their minds, improve focus and enhance emotional awareness.

Share a gentle, imaginative experience with your child in this hands-on workshop, exploring the mystery of Where is the Green Sheep?.

Are you a keen explorer? Are you a master of puzzles? Then get excited and jump into our scavenger hunt at the State Library of Queensland.

People have been using Tasmanian bull kelp as a material for thousands of years. Create your own unique paper carrier to hold your special treasures at GOMA.

Join us for a fun-filled, hands-on puppetry workshop inspired by everyone’s favourite blue heeler.

Join Australia’s early years leaders at the National Early Years Policy Summit at QPAC’s Out of the Box and be part of the next wave of change.

This year’s Out of the Box places children at the centre of the festival as artistic collaborators and experts in imaginative play.

With immersive projections, delightful surprises, and kooky-carnival characters, every child’s curiosity is celebrated.

Adapted from the prize-winning children’s picture book, Gurril by Gimuy Walubara Yidinji man Trevor (Bumi) Fourmile, is an exciting opportunity for children to experience the First Nations story told by jarjum.

Circa’s world premiere, Wolfgang in the Stars, is a music-fuelled circus space romp of galactic proportions.

Dance, fashion and live music meet the magic of origami to sweep us up on a spirited and inspiring adventure in a land made purely of paper and play.

Learn about our beautiful, diverse country through song and traditional language with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Songwoman, Jessie Lloyd.

Our littlest Queenslanders are invited to learn, move and play with us as we share stories of animals from our land and their connections to First Nations cultures.

This drop-in workshop invites you to consider a moment of wonder in your life, before creating a picture with coloured pencils and watercolour paint at GOMA.

Australian singer-songwriter Pete Murray is bringing his Solo Acoustic Tour to QPAC!

Showcasing the best of Australian artistry in this stunning production featuring acclaimed choreographers Natalie Weir, Jack Lister, and Greg Horsman, with live music by Camerata.

The Umbilicals take the energy of live performance and the spectacle of cinema and smashes them together into a new show.

The iconic global phenomenon, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, arrives at QPAC from July with a mesmerising new production.

​It’s dramatic, it’s angst-ridden, it’s thrilling. And Beethoven’s Egmont Overture is just the beginning.

See multiple generations of Australian artists unite with an all-star band to celebrate the music of John Lennon.

An uncomfortably funny and eye-opening look at racism and privilege – because laughing and squirming can go hand in hand.

With the head of a dog and the body of a policeman, Dog Man loves to fight crime and chew on the furniture. This epic musical adventure is coming soon!

Renowned for their mesmerising and crystal-clear singing, don’t miss German a cappella ensemble, Sjaella at their QPAC debut!

Feel free to contemplate the meaning of life when you listen to the triumphant tones of Beethoven and Strauss.

Join Dick and Angel Strawbridge, the stars of hit television series, Escape to the Château, on their Forever Home tour!

Returning to get audiences up on their feet, clapping, dancing and singing along to one of the most outstanding collections of eclectic hits!

The perfect date night, experience one of the greatest romantic films of
all time on the big screen with a live symphony orchestra.

It’s January 1788 and a mysterious fleet is amassing in the harbour. Seven clan leaders make a momentous decision: to send these strangers on their way or welcome them? 

Lisa Simone performs the songs of her mother Dr Nina Simone with her band in the Concert Hall.

Experience some of the finest local First Nations artists in a night of free live music and storytelling.

For those who stare at the empty grand organ atop the QPAC Concert Hall, we have a concert just for you!

Come and learn to weave at Clancestry! Learn about the regeneration of traditional cultural practices using raffia or palm leaves to create your very own masterpiece.

Experience a new form of musical collaboration with Wata, an exciting celebration of the musical traditions of the Wagiluk people.

Celebrate the First Nations cultures of Brisbane and mark the official opening of Clancestry 2025 with First Gathering.

Step out of the shadows and into the phenomena of light to experience this new theatrical experience, drawing together music, visual arts and dance.

QPAC is celebrating 40 years of joy, gathering, inclusivity and stories in 2025.

Get your mob together for a night of powerful, high-energy Blak music! An epic culmination of QPAC’s BlakBeats First Nations music development program.

Don’t miss Australian electronic music duo Electric Fields in this unique concert with the full power of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra.

Enjoy Live Art at Clancestry as artists create installations and paintings live throughout the festival.

New performance just announced!
They’re back! Comedy superstars, Sooshi Mango, have announced they will take their highly-acclaimed Home Made tour around the country!

This extraordinary multi-artform experience combines Johann Sebastian Bach’s The Art of Fugue with contemporary acrobatics.

The Ballet International Gala returns to the Concert Hall for its annual sell-out season in August 2025.

Three powerful First Nations songwomen – Jess Hitchcock, Megan Sarmardin and SOLCHLD come together to share their stories through song.

Experience Lior & Westlake's resonant song cycle sourced from ancient Hebrew and Arabic texts, which became an ARIA Award-winning classical album.

Two nights of jam-packed free live music on our Mob Music Stage! Enjoy the vibes as the sun goes down with the sounds of our deadly First Nations artists.

Be the first to experience four new works written by emerging First Nations playwrights in these 10-minute rehearsed readings.

Join us for a weekend of vibrant culture, creativity, and free family fun as we celebrate First Nations art, stories, and community.

One of the most celebrated supergroups in Australia’s rock history returns to QPAC's Concert Hall to perform Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here and Dark Side of the Moon Live.

A powerful portrayal of the woman behind the speech that shook the world – a rallying cry for gender equality and justice.

The lavish spectacle The Sleeping Beauty returns to whisk you away into a magical realm of fairies and spells, good versus evil and a royal romance.

Mel Buttle juggles motherhood, sold-out shows, and online fame. Don’t miss her new comedy hour full of laughs!

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of choral music as we commemorate three decades of musical achievement and community impact.

A celebration of the power of music featuring Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue and Shostakovich’s Piano Concerto No.1 with superstar pianist Alexander Gavrylyuk.

The undimmed brilliance of the Takács Quartet shines through masterpieces by Beethoven and Haydn framing a new commission from Australian composer Cathy Milliken.

Australian music icon Russell Morris is embarking on a farewell tour – and he’s doing it in spectacular style.

Ensemble Q present a program full of love, poetry and beauty, with a twist.

Trophy Boys is a queer dark comedy about power, privilege …. and debating.

Experience the tender beauty of Puccini’s famous opera La Bohème. Follow four bohemians as they navigate love, dreams and heartbreak in this timeless masterpiece.

A critically acclaimed concert experience about two young boys from Queens who went on to become the world’s most successful music duo.

Matteo Lane is making his fabulous return down under!

Experience a talent-packed event highlighting the rich repertoire and superb craftsmanship of graduating students from the Bachelor of Musical Theatre program.

Be transported back in time as Bohemian Rhapsody recreates the visual excitement and electrifying energy of a Queen concert.

Eternal memories, words, and music will weave together in this concert that is sure to be moving, nostalgic, and hopefully, a little bit funny.

Experience the brilliance of a true violin virtuoso, Ray Chen, in this intimate one-night-only recital.

The music of Beethoven, Peteris Vasks and Max Richter centres this exploration of music’s ability to nurture, heal and nourish.

Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University’s 2025 3rd Year Bachelor of Acting students present their graduating Industry Showcase.

Rebellion and revolution abound as two composers grapple with the terror and turmoil of the 20th century.

Final show just added! Experience this classic Australian film in a new light as the Southern Cross Symphony perform the award-winning score live to the film.

Jeff Arcuri is on his way to QPAC with his tour, Whole Wide World Tour. Hurry, this will sell out!  

Direct from Belfast and London’s West End, Ireland’s newest music sensation is heading to QPAC!

Umberto Clerici and Queensland Symphony Orchestra present Verdi Requiem, a mammoth vocal event in 2025.

Head to Hollywood with this dazzling stage adaptation bursting with glamour, charm and all the iconic moments you know and love.

Jonathan Van Ness is bringing his brand-new show Hot & Healed to Australia. A show of unfiltered comedy, wildly entertaining and fun!

Hitchcock’s classic spy thriller meets Monty Python madness, now reimagined for a brand-new Australian tour. Directed by Damien Ryan and starring Lisa McCune, Ian Stenlake and The Umbilical Brothers!

A special concert celebrating the progress of second year musical theatre students.

The Tallis Scholars will present a superbly curated program inspired by Gregorian chant.

Experience Felix Mendelssohn’s magical chords as the Southern Cross Soloists transport you to a wonderland of elves, fairies, lovers and a donkey. 

Queensland Symphony Orchestra bring to life the music of French musicians Maurice Ravel and Cesar Franck.

Comedian, presenter and panel-show superstar Rob Beckett announces new tour Giraffe.

Internationally acclaimed jazz and soul singer Gregory Porter is coming to Brisbane for one night only!

Lights, Camera, Action! Cinematic is back for a sixth year of film favourites.

Join Dame Judi Dench and her friend Gyles Brandreth on a roller-coaster trip down memory lane.

Witness two rising superstars and a program of operatic hits.

The ACO are bringing back one of their most groundbreaking, award-winning and popular cinematic collaborations for a series of limited gala performances.

Strap in for an electrifying take on the George Orwell classic – from the multi-award winning creative minds at Shake & Stir Theatre Co.

Designed to immerse you in the heart of our vibrant world of live performances. Join us on a journey to celebrate our collective passion for the arts.

The QYO Finale concert is the crowning celebration of a remarkable year of dedication and artistry by the talented musicians of QYO.

Written by Tony Award winner Jason Robert Brown, don't miss this moving collection of songs performed by the Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre students.

Nick Kyrgios brings his chart-topping podcast Hana Kuma’s Good Trouble LIVE to the stage this November!

Fast, on the edge and brutally funny, multi-award-winning Australian comedian, singer, writer, Reuben Kaye returns to QPAC!

Join the Australian Chamber Orchestra on an adventure to Paris as they close their 50th Anniversary National Concert Season with a night of celebration and surprise.

New performance announced for Sunday, 16 November at 3pm! The multi-platinum, multi-BRIT, and GRAMMY-nominated British singer-songwriter, David Gray, brings his Past & Present World Tour to QPAC this November.

Don’t miss Steven Wilson’s The Overview Tour, featuring a remarkable journey through his musical evolution.

An otherworldly collaboration with one of Australia’s newest choirs, expect to be uplifted with this achingly beautiful music, both old and new.

Aaron Sorkin's gripping courtroom drama ignites the stage with explosive tension and razor-sharp dialogue.

The phenomenal Big Band Liechtenstein will be hitting our shores to join forces with international trumpet maestro James Morrison.

Take the journey with us, and together we’ll venture towards the bittersweet conclusion of Mahler’s memorable Ninth.

Perfect for the whole family, Queensland Ballet’s festive favourite returns for one last year to enchant audiences with its sparkling winter wonderland.

Explore The Art of the Possible with legendary Australian musician, composer and arts leader Paul Grabowsky.

Critically acclaimed stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and TV personality, Alan Davies, comes to QPAC!

Dame Sheila Hancock opens up about her ninth decade in a gloriously irreverent talk celebrating the publication of her latest book, Old Rage.

Join Stephen Fry, the multi-award-winning comedian, actor, presenter, and masterful storyteller, for a captivating evening as he tells the passionate and powerful story of Troy.

Experience this beloved musical that has been capturing the hearts of theatregoers around the globe for generations.

From her iconic roles to her bestselling memoir, Miriam takes you on an extraordinary adventure through her independent mind and experiences.

Don't miss Gyles Brandreth in conversation with national treasure Joanna Lumley as they discuss her extraordinary life and career, along with performances of her favourite poetry pieces.

Join London Symphony Orchestra Music Director conductor, Sir Simon Rattle in conversation with Martin Buzacott.

This unique program guides participants through a series of exercises using common household materials to gain skills in puppetry manipulation and performance.

Design and build a basic puppet using easily accessible household materials in this Puppet Construction Workshop.

Explore the tumultuous love story of Sam and Ally in this gripping play that delves into the complexities of relationships, love, and loss.

Hear from Rwandan born Australian writer, director, and performer Oliver Twist in this Q&A session following his 2022 performance of JALI on Digital Stage.

Experience 'Ishmael' now on Digital Stage, a captivating space odyssey intertwining a climate refugee's fate with Captain Ahab's obsession.

Presented by Dead Puppet Society and Legs On The Wall, this innovative production delves into the queer facets of The Iliad, underscored by a haunting score performed by Montaigne.

Inspired by Camille Saint-Saëns' enchanting suite, this production by Circa transports you on a thrilling escapade through whimsical tales of creatures both on land and sea.

Explore the past Changing the Conversation series – featuring thought-provoking discussions on multiculturalism with leading voices from various fields.

Richard reflects on the inspiration behind his book, A Pocketful of Happiness, which chronicles his quest to find joy in everyday moments after the loss of his wife.

A captivating musical journey featuring Frank Martin, Tchaikovsky, Jessie Montgomery, and Copland.

Watch this joyous yet bitter-sweet send-off to one of the great national theatrical institutions before they step away from public life.

A docu-series exploring contemporary theatre direction. Discover the innovative processes, philosophies, and practical exercises.

Rent Yotam Ottolenghi's Flavour of Life tour on Digital Stage now! Explore his culinary journey, flavor secrets, and co-create signature dishes.

In this workshop presented by Stephen Carleton, it calls for a rethinking and a ‘greening’ of the Theatre of the Absurd.

Delve into QPAC's archives with this exclusive recording of The Red Tree.

Dive into the immersive world of the ocean with Ensemble Q's Deep Blue, where musicians perform in black clothing, under blue light, creating an underwater ambiance.

Ensemble Q showcases the clash between deep romanticism and atonality through works by Webern, Berg, Schoenberg, Puccini, and Mahler.

Immerse in evocative Australian music with William Barton & Véronique Serret. Camerata's performance celebrates our connection to place and unique stories.

Ensemble Q’s Fish, Chips & Warm Beer explores a selection of masterpieces by heroes of British music.

Embark on a profound journey with renowned philosopher Professor A.C. Grayling as he delves into life's fundamental questions in his latest work, Philosophy and Life.

An inspiring panel discussion about the creation of the multi-award winning The Dictionary of Lost Words novel and mainstage adaptation.

Rent Gustav Mahler’s ‘Des Knaben Wunderhorn’,  a compilation of adapted German folk poems exploring the themes of love, war, and childhood.

Explore thought-provoking discussions on the most pressing gender-based issues facing young people today.

Enjoy this tribute to the relentless spirit of scientific inquiry. Now available to stream free on Digital Stage.

An ensemble cast, remarkable puppetry and cinematic projections. Don't miss this gripping tale behind one of the most important discoveries in history.

Watch Clare McFadden’s ‘The Flying Orchestra’, recreated for the stage with great heart.