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Featured events
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TINA – The Tina Turner Musical TINA – The Tina Turner Musical
From 2 Jul 2024Lyric Theatre, QPACExperience the inspiring life of Tina Turner, the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them!
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Is That You, Ruthie?
2 - 16 DecCremorne Theatre, QPACA raw and heartfelt portrayal of two souls navigating the depths of their shared history, adapted for stage by Leah Purcell.
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A Christmas Carol
8 - 14 DecConcert Hall, QPACThis December, the award-winning stage spectacle – Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol – is returning to QPAC!
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CHICAGO
From 2 Jan 2024Lyric Theatre, QPACBroadway's longest-running musical, CHICAGO, arrives at QPAC's Lyric Theatre this January!
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Bluey’s Big Play – The Stage Show
30 Dec 2023 - 20 Jan 2024Playhouse, QPACFor real life! Join Bluey and Bingo as they return to QPAC in Bluey’s Big Play – The Stage Show!
Just announced!
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Twoset Violin World Tour TwoSet Violin World Tour 2024
25 Jan 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACTwoSet Violin, the hilarious duo that has captured the hearts of fans worldwide, is embarking on a highly anticipated comeback tour.
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Australian Chamber Orchestra For the Love of Music Australian Chamber Orchestra For the Love of Music
8 Apr 2024, 7pmConcert Hall, QPACThe ACO teams up with Annabel Crabb and Leigh Sales for a night of music, laughter and exciting discoveries.
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Aaron Chen – Funny Garden Aaron Chen – Funny Garden
4 May 2024, 7pmConcert Hall, QPAC“You are allowed to put whatever you like in your blurb. It doesn’t even have to describe the show.” Aaron Chen
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Jersey Boys Prospero Arts Concert Series Jersey Boys
8 - 11 Feb 2024Concert Hall, QPACDon’t miss this beautifully reimagined, semi-staged concert production of the Jersey Boys this February.
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Ensemble Q The Trout Ensemble Q The Trout
14 Apr 2024, 3pmConcert Hall, QPACEnsemble Q celebrates the musical representation of the number 5 with five quintets of varying instrumentation, culminating in the Trout Quintet.
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Ensemble Q – Boots & All Ensemble Q Boots & All
4 Aug 2024, 3pmConcert Hall, QPACEnsemble Q presents a boots and all style exploration of the earthy influence of music from countries including Ireland, America, Japan, Italy and more.
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The Hottest Hot August Night The Hottest Hot August Night
8 Aug 2024, 8pmConcert Hall, QPACA tribute to one of the biggest concert events as we honour Neil Diamond and Olivia Newton John.
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Ensemble Q – Frankenstein & The Goose’s Mum Ensemble Q Frankenstein!! & The Goose’s Mum
3 Nov 2024, 3pmConcert Hall, QPACEnsemble Q will put on party hats, blow whistles and kazoos in this fantastic and virtuosic work for voice and chamber ensemble for the entire family!
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Hopelessly Devoted: A Celebration of Olivia Newton-John Queensland Symphony Orchestra Hopelessly Devoted
6 Apr 2024, 1:30pm & 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACJoin QSO as they perform all of Olivia Newton-John's iconic hits.
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SIX the Musical 2021-23 Australian Cast Photo by James D Morgan SIX the Musical
From Jan 2025Playhouse, QPACFollowing sensational sell-out seasons across Australia, the pop musical phenomenon SIX the Musical is set to return to Brisbane in January 2025!
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James and the Giant Peach. Artwork by Quentin Blake. James and the Giant Peach
30 Mar - 7 Apr 2024Concert Hall, QPACClimb aboard the world’s juiciest fruit as Roald Dahl’s James and The Giant Peach rolls off the page and onto the stage in Shake & Stir’s most delicious adventure yet.
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Spirit of Christmas on Digital Stage
24 Dec 2023, 5pm AESTDigital StageJoin us online this Christmas Eve for QPAC’s Spirit of Christmas, only available on Digital Stage!
What's On
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Is That You, Ruthie?
2 - 16 DecCremorne Theatre, QPACA raw and heartfelt portrayal of two souls navigating the depths of their shared history, adapted for stage by Leah Purcell.
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Queensland Ballet The Nutcracker
1 - 20 DecPlayhouse, QPACCelebrate the most magical and popular of holiday traditions as Queensland Ballet presents The Nutcracker.
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Opera Australia Ring Cycle
1 - 21 DecLyric Theatre, QPACOpera Australia brings a new production of Wagner's Ring Cycle, performed over four epic nights, to QPAC.
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An Evening with Sam Heughan An Evening with Sam Heughan
Rent NowDigital StageSpend a glorious evening with award-winning actor Sam Heughan, as he recounts his journey of self-discovery along the West Highland Way.
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In Conversation with Michael Ball
Rent NowDigital StageSpend a magical evening with musical theatre star and Olivier Award winner Michael Ball in conversation.
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Aida
6 - 20 DecLyric Theatre, QPACA story of a love so strong it defies enemy lines. This is a story of a kingdom in triumph and a nation in chains.
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A Christmas Carol
8 - 14 DecConcert Hall, QPACThis December, the award-winning stage spectacle – Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol – is returning to QPAC!
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Reflections as Artistic Director, In conversation with Li Cunxin AO Queensland Ballet Love & Legacy, Celebrating Li Cunxin AO
12 - 13 DecPlayhouse, QPACFrom classical masterpieces to dynamic contemporary favourites, this season of signature pieces reflects Li’s creativity at the helm of Queensland Ballet.
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A Cracker Kransky Christmas
19 - 24 DecCremorne Theatre, QPACThe Kransky Sisters are bringing the party back to QPAC with Christmas carols like you’ve never heard them before.
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Spirit of Christmas
22 - 23 DecConcert Hall, QPACAn occasion to rejoice and reflect on the year that has passed and embrace the season’s enduring message of Peace, Love and Joy.
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Spirit of Christmas on Digital Stage
24 Dec 2023, 5pm AESTDigital StageJoin us online this Christmas Eve for QPAC’s Spirit of Christmas, only available on Digital Stage!
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Bluey’s Big Play – The Stage Show
30 Dec 2023 - 20 Jan 2024Playhouse, QPACFor real life! Join Bluey and Bingo as they return to QPAC in Bluey’s Big Play – The Stage Show!
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Seasons and Festivals
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World Science Festival Brisbane 2024 World Science Festival Brisbane
Ask, and answer, some of the biggest questions facing humankind.
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Southern Cross Soloists
A musical voyage that delves into the concept of romanticism.
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Australian Chamber Orchestra
Experience the thrill of live music like never before with the Australian Chamber Orchestra in 2024.
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Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra
Join Camerata for a season of uniquely inspiring music with their trademark innovation, passion, and energy, all with no conductor in sight.
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Opera Queensland
Opera Queensland's 2024 Season showcases ambitious programming and fresh approaches to what opera can be.
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Queensland Theatre
The 2024 Season is here and it’s bursting with feeling! It will take you on an emotional journey of betrayal, courage, longing, rage, trust and love before sending you ‘round the twist.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Discover Queensland Symphony Orchestra's 2024 Season, which centres on Romanticism with music by the great German Romantics - Mahler, Strauss, Brahms, Mendelssohn and Schumann.
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Queensland Ballet
Luminous, bold, and bright, Queensland Ballet's 2024 Season presents colourful characters and stories from literature, history, and imagination.
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Musica Viva Australia
Musica Viva Australia's 2024 embraces how difference ignites creativity with seven national tours.
Newsroom
Stay updated with our latest newsroom articles. Read them here.
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It's showtime this summer at QPAC
From Christmas favourites, epic operas and smash-hit musicals to an interactive magic spectacular, Bluey’s homecoming, music legends, and more, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) is the place to be for the best in live entertainment this summer.
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Jersey Boys Jersey Boys struts into QPAC this February
Prospero Arts and Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) are pleased to announce Jersey Boys, The Story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons will be presented in QPAC’s Concert Hall from 8 to 11 February 2024.
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Ensemble Q 2024 Ensemble Q announces 2024 QPAC concert season
Ensemble Q is pleased to announce its 2024 Concert Season at QPAC featuring three captivating and quirky thematic based concerts.
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Southern Cross Soloists announce their QPAC Concert Series 2024
Southern Cross Soloists (SXS) will sweep audiences off their feet with a thrilling season of romance and brilliance in their 15th QPAC Concert Series 2024.
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Five Minutes with A.C Grayling
Eminent philosopher and author and Professor A.C Grayling offers answers to eternal questions in his exclusive to Brisbane event.
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Leah Purcell writes and directs stage adaptation of Is That You, Ruthie?
Based on Dr Ruth Hegarty’s books this new stage show explores a personal and profound chapter of Australia’s truth-telling history.
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Angélique Kidjo Five-time Grammy Award winner Angélique Kidjo to perform at QPAC
Five-time Grammy winner, Angélique Kidjo, known for her powerful voice and commanding stage presence, has been a global performer for four decades.
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Tickets go on sale for Brisbane season
The electrifying musical sensation, TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, will roll into QPAC in July.
Engage
Through outreach programs and community events, we strive to create connections and foster a sense of belonging within our community. We invite you to join us on this journey of exploration, inspiration, and creativity.
First Nations
Our First Nations program is bold, resilient, and features fierce black work from local, regional and national First Nations artists.
Behind the Scenes
Our Behind the Scenes series takes you on an exclusive journey into the heart of QPAC, where the magic of the stage comes to life.
Projects and Events
QPAC is more than a venue; it's a creative hub where communities come together to celebrate, learn, and grow through the transformative power of the arts.
Schools
Our team is dedicated to creating memorable and educational experiences for students of all ages and backgrounds.
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