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Global 50th anniversary celebration of JAWS continues at QPAC this November
Care for a Class helps students access the arts
Bernard Fanning Announces Special One-Night-Only Show to Celebrate 20 Years of Tea & Sympathy
Paul Dempsey announces Shotgun Karaoke Vol. II National Tour
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Little Shop of HorrorsGraphic Design: Jeff van de Zandt Little Shop of Horrors
From 3 Jan 2026Cremorne TheatreA dark comedy musical that follows a nerdy florist who discovers a mysterious plant with a growing appetite for human blood.
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The Tea Lady Factor The Tea Lady Factor
9 - 11 Oct 2025Cremorne TheatreReal and Diverse Ensemble return with a science fiction spectacular inspired by the iconic neo-expressionist film Metropolis.
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Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody Australian Chamber Orchestra Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody
16 Feb 2026, 7pmConcert HallA musical revelation starring pianist Dejan Lazić, with a world premiere from John Luther Adams.
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The Devil’s Violin Australian Chamber Orchestra The Devil’s Violin
23 Mar 2026, 7pmConcert HallVirtuoso Ilya Gringolts directs the Australian Chamber Orchestra in a program that pushes the violin to its fiery limits.
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Isles of Light Australian Chamber Orchestra Isles of Light
22 Jun 2026, 7pmConcert HallA genre-defying voyage from the pastoral majesty of Vaughan Williams to the experimental universe of Kate Bush, directed by British virtuoso Lawrence Power.
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From Winter’s Stillness Australian Chamber Orchestra From Winter’s Stillness
3 Aug 2026, 7pmConcert HallTrio Mediæval and Arve Henriksen join Richard Tognetti and the Australian Chamber Orchestra for a soul-stirring evocation of ancient landscapes and Northern light.
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Mozart’s Last Symphonies Australian Chamber Orchestra Mozart’s Last Symphonies
22 Sep 2026, 7pmConcert HallExperience one of the greatest chamber orchestras in the world at its joyous and inspirational best.
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Pekka Kuusisto: Legends & Luminaries Australian Chamber Orchestra Pekka Kuusisto: Legends & Luminaries
19 Oct 2026, 7pmConcert HallSingular artist Pekka Kuusisto makes his long-awaited return to direct the Australian Chamber Orchestra in music that transcends age and time.
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Beethoven’s Pastoral Australian Chamber Orchestra Beethoven’s Pastoral
16 Nov 2026, 7pmConcert HallRichard Tognetti directs the Australian Chamber Orchestra in a thrilling season finale featuring Beethoven’s epic and transportive Sixth Symphony.
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The Farm – Ninth Wave The Farm
Watch NowDigital StageContemporary dance and performance collective, The Farm, present two exclusive works now available to stream on Digital Stage.
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Love Actually In ConcertLove Actually is a copyright of WT Venture LLC. Licensed by Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved. Love Actually In Concert
20 - 21 Dec 2025Concert HallCelebrate over 20 years of love, laughter, and unforgettable moments as the Southern Cross Symphony perform the unforgettable score live to the film.
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THE LAST SHIPArtwork: Steph Payne, Photograph: Fabrizio Ferri Sting in THE LAST SHIP
9 Apr - 3 May 2026Glasshouse TheatreAcclaimed musical THE LAST SHIP, written, composed and starring international music icon Sting, will be presented for the first time in the Southern Hemisphere in QPAC’s magnificent Glasshouse Theatre in 2026.
What's on at QPAC
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The Lovers
Now PlayingPlayhouseA musical mix tape of Shakespearean pop bangers with a boldly reimagined script by Laura Murphy, The Lovers is bursting with heart, humour, and more than a touch of magic. -
The Bogong's Song Brisbane Festival The Bogong’s Song
25 Sep - 4 Oct 2025Cremorne TheatreThe Bogong’s Song is a blend of storytelling, shadow puppetry, dance, and song created especially for primary-aged children. -
16 Lovers Lane 16 Lovers Lane
26 Sep 2025, 7:30pmConcert HallRelive one of the greatest Australian albums from The Go-Betweens, with a star-studded line-up.
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The Man From Snowy River in Concert The Man From Snowy River in Concert
27 - 28 Sep 2025Concert HallExperience this classic Australian film in a new light as the Southern Cross Symphony perform the award-winning score live to the film.
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Jeff Arcuri: Whole Wide World Tour Jeff Arcuri: Whole Wide World Tour
29 - 30 Sep 2025Concert HallJeff Arcuri is on his way to QPAC with his tour, Whole Wide World Tour. Hurry, this will sell out!
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Shamrock Tenors Shamrock Tenors
1 Oct 2025, 7:30pmConcert HallDirect from Belfast and London’s West End, Ireland’s newest music sensation is heading to QPAC!
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Verdi Requiem Queensland Symphony Orchestra Verdi Requiem
3 - 4 Oct 2025Concert HallUmberto Clerici and Queensland Symphony Orchestra present Verdi Requiem, a mammoth vocal event in 2025.
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Pretty Woman: The Musical Pretty Woman: The Musical
5 Oct - 23 Nov 2025Lyric TheatreHead to Hollywood with this dazzling stage adaptation bursting with glamour, charm and all the iconic moments you know and love.
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The 39 Steps
7 - 19 Oct 2025PlayhouseHitchcock’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!
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Hannah Ferguson Hannah Ferguson – CHEEK LIVE
8 Oct 2025, 7:30pmConcert HallHannah Ferguson cuts through the noise to look at where we are, how we got here, what lies ahead, and the power we have to influence change.
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The Tea Lady Factor The Tea Lady Factor
9 - 11 Oct 2025Cremorne TheatreReal and Diverse Ensemble return with a science fiction spectacular inspired by the iconic neo-expressionist film Metropolis.
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The Tallis Scholars Chant The Tallis Scholars – Chant
10 Oct 2025, 7pmConcert HallThe Tallis Scholars will present a superbly curated program inspired by Gregorian chant.
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Southern Cross Soloists – Wonder Southern Cross Soloists Wonder
12 Oct 2025, 3pmConcert HallExperience Felix Mendelssohn’s magical chords as the Southern Cross Soloists transport you to a wonderland of elves, fairies, lovers and a donkey.
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The LarkMia McDonald The Lark
15 - 26 Oct 2025Cremorne TheatreThe Lark explores themes of memory, mortality and identity through the life of Rose Grey, a woman bidding farewell to the only home she’s ever known.
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Franck And Ravel Queensland Symphony Orchestra Franck & Ravel
17 - 18 Oct 2025Concert HallQueensland Symphony Orchestra bring to life the music of French musicians Maurice Ravel and Cesar Franck.
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Rob Beckett: Giraffe Rob Beckett: Giraffe
21 Oct 2025, 8pmConcert HallComedian, presenter and panel-show superstar Rob Beckett announces new tour Giraffe.