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Live at Melbourne Street Green
Live Acts. Local Talent. Free on Fridays. This is the perfect way to kickstart your weekend with a weekly program of free performances.
A Girl’s Guide to World War
Come meet the Aussie women who defied convention, and became decorated war heroes in this smash-hit musical.
Cirque Alice
Step into magical ‘Wonderland’ as Cirque Alice reimagines Lewis Carroll’s classic adventure with breathtaking twists & astonishing, gravity-defying feats.
QPAC Discovery Tour
QPAC Discovery Tours are the perfect way to immerse yourself in the rich performing arts culture of Queensland.
Rodrigo y Gabriela
Catch Grammy-winning guitar duo for a dazzling performance and genre-bending sound.
The Black Blues Brothers
A blend of contemporary circus and musical comedy, The Black Blues Brothers is a dynamic show, suitable for audiences of all ages!
Iliza: The Get Ready Tour
Due to popular demand, a second show has been added to Comedy sensation Iliza Shlesinger’s The Get Ready Tour! Don’t miss this fun evening of comedy!
RocKwiz Live
Fresh off a triumphant national tour, the RocKwiz gang are back for what is sure to be a wild night of entertainment.
The Dictionary of Lost Words
Pip Williams’ New York Times bestseller The Dictionary of Lost Words is brought to vivid life in this wildly popular stage adaptation.
Friends of QPAC Special Event The Dictionary of Lost Words: Herstory and the Dictionary Today
An inspiring discussion on the creation of The Dictionary of Lost Words novel and mainstage adaptation.
Just announced!
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The Visitors featuring the 2023 cast Image by Stephen Wilson Barker Clancestry The Visitors
23 - 26 Jul 2025PlayhouseIt’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?
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Wata Image by Sarah Walker Clancestry Wata
31 Jul 2025, 7:30pmConcert HallExperience a new form of musical collaboration with Wata, an exciting celebration of the musical traditions of the Wagiluk people.
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Electric Fields Clancestry Electric Fields with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra
2 Aug 2025, 7:30pmConcert HallDon’t miss Australian electronic music duo Electric Fields in this unique concert with the full power of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra.
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Bangarra Dance Theatre – Illume Bangarra Dance Theatre Illume
1 - 9 Aug 2025PlayhouseStep out of the shadows and into the phenomena of light to experience this new theatrical experience, drawing together music, visual arts and dance.
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Voices of Birralee Voices of Birralee 30th Anniversary Celebration
17 Aug 2025, 3:30pmConcert HallJoin us for an unforgettable afternoon of choral music as we commemorate three decades of musical achievement and community impact.
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Ballet International Gala VI Ballet International Gala VI
6 - 7 Aug 2025Concert HallThe Ballet International Gala returns to the Concert Hall for its annual sell-out season in August 2025.
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Russell Morris Russell Morris
22 Aug 2025, 7pmConcert HallAustralian music icon Russell Morris is embarking on a farewell tour – and he’s doing it in spectacular style.
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David Gray David Gray
15 & 16 Nov 2025Concert HallNew 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.
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Jonathan Van Ness – Hot & Healed Jonathan Van Ness – Hot & Healed
5 Oct 2025, 7:30pmConcert HallJonathan Van Ness is bringing his brand-new show Hot & Healed to Australia. A show of unfiltered comedy, wildly entertaining and fun!
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Gregory Porter Gregory Porter
22 Oct 2025, 8pmConcert HallInternationally acclaimed jazz and soul singer Gregory Porter is coming to Brisbane for one night only!
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Marian Keyes Marian Keyes
13 May 2025, 7:30pmConcert HallJoin Marian Keyes as she shares her journey from early days to bestselling author.
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Annie Annie
From December 2025Lyric TheatreExperience this beloved musical that has been capturing the hearts of theatregoers around the globe for generations.
Seasons and Festivals
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Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake Photography: JC Carbonne Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake
Ballet Preljocaj returns to Australia in 2025 as part of the QPAC International Series with Swan Lake.
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Queensland Theatre 2025 Queensland Theatre
The 2025 Season promises world premieres, award-winning works, big-name artists, Queensland stars and unmissable storytelling.
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Opera Queensland 2025 Season Opera Queensland
This year's Opera Queensland's season showcases ambitious programming and fresh approaches to what opera can be.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Discover Queensland Symphony Orchestra's 2025 Season, which centres on the 20th Century.
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Queensland Ballet Queensland Ballet
Love, seduction, wonder and joy – Queensland Ballet's Season 2025 is one for lovers of stories, music, and ballet.
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Ensemble Q 2025 Ensemble Q
An exciting new series that takes audiences on a unique musical, visual and informative journey.
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Out of the Box Artwork Out of the Box Festival
Out of the Box is a biennial festival for children eight years and under, held at QPAC from 17 - 22 June 2025.
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World Science Festival Brisbane World Science Festival Brisbane
Ask, and answer, some of the biggest questions facing humankind.
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Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake Photography: JC Carbonne Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake
Ballet Preljocaj returns to Australia in 2025 as part of the QPAC International Series with Swan Lake.
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Queensland Theatre 2025 Queensland Theatre
The 2025 Season promises world premieres, award-winning works, big-name artists, Queensland stars and unmissable storytelling.
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Opera Queensland 2025 Season Opera Queensland
This year's Opera Queensland's season showcases ambitious programming and fresh approaches to what opera can be.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Discover Queensland Symphony Orchestra's 2025 Season, which centres on the 20th Century.
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Queensland Ballet Queensland Ballet
Love, seduction, wonder and joy – Queensland Ballet's Season 2025 is one for lovers of stories, music, and ballet.
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Ensemble Q 2025 Ensemble Q
An exciting new series that takes audiences on a unique musical, visual and informative journey.
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Out of the Box Artwork Out of the Box Festival
Out of the Box is a biennial festival for children eight years and under, held at QPAC from 17 - 22 June 2025.
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World Science Festival Brisbane World Science Festival Brisbane
Ask, and answer, some of the biggest questions facing humankind.
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Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake Photography: JC Carbonne Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake
Ballet Preljocaj returns to Australia in 2025 as part of the QPAC International Series with Swan Lake.
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Queensland Theatre 2025 Queensland Theatre
The 2025 Season promises world premieres, award-winning works, big-name artists, Queensland stars and unmissable storytelling.
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Opera Queensland 2025 Season Opera Queensland
This year's Opera Queensland's season showcases ambitious programming and fresh approaches to what opera can be.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Discover Queensland Symphony Orchestra's 2025 Season, which centres on the 20th Century.
Newsroom
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Hollywood's Ultimate Rom-Com to make Australian debut in Brisbane
Thu 3 Apr 2025Broadway and West End smash hit musical PRETTY WOMAN: The Musical, based on the much-loved iconic film starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere, will make its Australian debut at QPAC in Brisbane in October 2025.
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Trophy Boys Power, privilege, and high school debating: Trophy Boys to hit QPAC this August
Thu 27 Mar 2025Following rave reviews and multiple sold-out seasons across Australia, the acclaimed queer dark comedy Trophy Boys will make its Sunshine State debut at QPAC from 25 to 30 August 2025.
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Choral Music Superstars The Tallis Scholars return to QPAC
Tue 25 Mar 2025Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) announce the return of The Tallis Scholars performing Chant, a superbly curated program inspired by Gregorian chant, in the Concert Hall on 10 October 2025.
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Open Season The Tivoli Group Open Season heats up winter in Brisbane
Mon 24 Mar 2025Brisbane’s live music scene will heat up this winter as QPAC proudly presents two nights of unforgettable international music as part of Brisbane's Open Season.
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Australasian Dance Collective's Blue celebrates 40 years of extraordinary performance
Mon 17 Mar 2025Australasian Dance Collective (ADC) marks its 40th anniversary with a triple bill Blue, that honours the past, embraces the present and looks boldly to the future.
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The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)
Mon 17 Mar 2025This fast, furious, and side-splitting sprint through the Bard’s best (and weirdest) moments opens at QPAC this May.
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Pete Murray Ian Laidlaw Pete Murray announces mammoth 55-date solo acoustic tour
Thu 13 Mar 2025The revered Australian singer-songwriter will perform in QPAC's Lyric Theatre on 21 June as part of his largest tour ever.
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QPAC's beloved Out of the Box makes a comeback in 2025
Wed 19 Feb 2025QPAC will be bursting at the seams with children eight years and under when the much-loved Out of the Box festival returns to take over the entire venue from 17 to 22 June 2025.