Currently under construction, the Glasshouse Theatre will deliver a 1,500 seat theatre to meet existing audience and producer demand.
The Glasshouse Theatre building will be completed in late 2025 and will be open to the public in early 2026. It will support continued growth of the performing arts in Queensland offering the potential to host an additional 300,000 visitors each year when fully operational.
A major milestone in the journey of QPAC's newest venue was reached in July 2025, when the name, chosen by Queenslanders, was revealed.
Following an incredible response from the community, with over 5,000 votes submitted, the Glasshouse Theatre emerged as the clear favourite, securing 42.7% of the public vote. The name reflects the venue’s striking curved-glass design and its role as a transparent, welcoming space for creativity and connection.
The announcement, made by Minister Langbroek, marks the beginning of the next exciting phase of the project. As our Chief Executive, Rachel Healy, shared: “The naming of the Glasshouse Theatre coincides with the next phase in the venue’s construction, arguably the most exciting part of the project, which is the fit-out of all the details that distinguish it as a theatre,”
Delivery of the theatre is being managed by the Queensland Government’s Department of Housing and Public Works Project Delivery Team on behalf of QPAC and Arts Queensland. For more information about the project including the benefits and timeline, please visit the Arts Queensland website.
What you need to know about this theatre:
Box Office & Foyer Opening Times
Ticket collection for the Glasshouse Theatre is available from the Glasshouse Box Office located on level one and accessed via the Russell Street entrance. Please have your booking reference number ready for collection.
Foyers and bars will be open 1.5 hours before performance time.
Drop Off/Loading Zones
The Russell St drop-off zones are currently under traffic control and will allow access for vehicles to drop off patrons with accessibility needs.
An alternate drop-off zone close to Russell St (with pedestrian access to the Glasshouse Theatre) is in place on Grey St opposite the ABC Building near Olio Café at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Those with specific access needs may be provided with access dependent on construction activities.
Lifts & Access
The Glasshouse Theatre is fully accessible via lifts from level one. If you require assistance or have booked accessible seating, please notify the Box Office ahead of your visit or contact us on 136 246.
Eat & Drink
Glasshouse Theatre Bars are located on both level two and four.
For a more substantial meal, visit one of QPAC’s nearby dining venues. The closest is Russell Street Wine Bar, located in Russell Street (Playhouse Theatre). Additional options include Storytellers, tomtom, and Lyrebird.
Cloakroom
Bags larger than A4 size and umbrellas must be left in the cloakroom, located on level one. For full details, please go to our Help section.
Bathrooms
Toilets and accessible toilets are available on levels two, four and five within the Glasshouse Theatre foyer spaces. Level two also features a Changing Places facility and a carer’s room. Level four has all gender toilets.
Booster Cushions
There are a limited number of booster seats available. They can be found at all theatre doors.You can find out more information in our help guide.
Merchandise
Show merchandise will be available at the merchandise stand located on level two.
What to wear
It's not necessary to dress up to come to QPAC, although guests may like to dress for a special occasion. Generally, smart casual dress is perfect. As our theatres are air-conditioned, you may want to bring a light wrap or jacket, especially during Brisbane's summer weather.
Glasshouse Theatre Venue Layout Overview
- Level 1: Box Office and Cloakroom. Access is via stairs or ramp.
- Level 2: Merchandise stand, Glasshouse bars, toilets and accessible toilets, Changing Places facility, and carer’s room, First Aid room, Doors 1 and 2. Internal entry point connecting the Glasshouse Theatre to the Playhouse. Access is via the main staircase and lifts.
- Level 3 (Mezzanine Level): Doors 3 and 4. Access via stairs and lifts.
- Level 4: Glasshouse Balcony Bar, toilets, accessible toilets and all gender toilets. Doors 5 and 6. Access via stairs and lifts.
- Level 5: (Upper Mezzanine Level): Accessible toilet, Doors 7 and 8. Access via stairs and lifts.
Glasshouse Theatre Location
The Glasshouse Theatre is located within QPAC and is easily accessible via Russell Street (entry from Grey Street), through internal walkways connecting other QPAC venues, or from the South Bank end of the cultural precinct.
The most convenient parking for the Glasshouse Theatre is within the Performing Arts Car Park (P1), with the best access located near the Cremorne Theatre end. Alternatively, the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre Car Park is also nearby and provides easy access.
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What’s on at the Glasshouse Theatre
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Messa da Requiem Queensland Ballet Messa da Requiem
27 Mar - 4 Apr 2026Glasshouse TheatreVerdi’s monumental Messa da Requiem comes alive in Christian Spuck’s breathtaking staging, fusing voices, orchestra, and 36 dancers.
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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.
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The Drover’s Wife – The Opera The Drover’s Wife – The Opera
13 to 22 May 2026Glasshouse TheatreA monumental new opera based on the play, novel and film by one of Australia’s leading artists, Leah Purcell AM.
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Opera Queensland Rusalka Opera Queensland Rusalka
25 Jun - 4 Jul 2026Glasshouse TheatreA water nymph longs to live and love as a human and will sacrifice everything to get there.
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Sheltering Bangarra Dance Theatre Sheltering
9 - 18 Jul 2026Glasshouse TheatreExperience a program of three powerful works: Keeping Grounded, Brown Boys, and Sheoak, which honour the past while looking to the future.
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THE BOOK OF MORMON THE BOOK OF MORMON
From 31 Jul 2026Glasshouse TheatreHello again! Brisbane, the Mormons are back! Don’t miss the outrageous musical comedy that has become an international sensation.
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Into the Woods Opera Queensland & Queensland Theatre Into the Woods
11 - 21 Nov 2026Glasshouse TheatreIn a world where fairytales collide, this timeless musical asks what happens when the story ends and “... everyone lives happily ever after”.
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Derek Deane’s The Nutcracker Queensland Ballet The Nutcracker 2026
9 - 19 Dec 2026Glasshouse TheatreA lavish world premiere. Reimagined by Derek Deane, who created audience-favourite Strictly Gershwin, and celebrated set and costume designer Lez Brotherston.