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  • Boomtown Battles – 7 to Smoke Edition
Boomtown Battles – 7 to Smoke Edition
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ecboomtownbattles25 Boomtown Battles Elements Collective, QPAC Dance Boomtown Battles 7 to Smoke Edition

29 Nov 2025, 6pm
Cremorne Theatre
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$25 *
* A transaction fee of $7.50 applies.
1 hour 30 minutes
no interval, subject to change without notice

Overview

This November, witness some of Australia’s best Breakers and All-Style dancers in the 7 to Smoke format, which is a fast-paced, knockout-style dance battle featuring eight dancers competing in a king-of-the-hill structure. Dancers will compete in short, one-on-one rounds, with the winner staying on to face the next challenger. Featuring a DJ, MC, and a panel of renowned judges, Hip Hop culture will come to life again at QPAC in another Cremorne Theatre takeover.  Don’t miss out on an opportunity to experience this intense head-to-head competition between some of the most talented dancers in Brisbane.  

This Boomtown Battles event is a part of a continued collaboration between QPAC and the renowned Elements Collective, an internationally recognised dance company that has been spearheading the Australian Hip Hop dance community since 2010. They’ve organised legendary touring productions, inspiring community workshops, and spectacular large-scale events, including national battles and workshops.  

This exciting partnership promises to honour the legacy of Hip Hop culture past, by paying homage to “Boomtown” as a Hip Hop reference for Brisbane and celebrating the next generation of this vibrant community.  

Important Information

Competitors

Registration and check-in opens at 3pm. All participants need to have registered here through Elements Collective.

Seating Information

Please note that due to the ‘battle’ nature of the event, downstairs will be standing room only, or make yourself comfortable on the floor.

Access to the downstairs ‘battle’ area will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis until capacity is reached. Remaining audience members will be able to watch the action from the balcony seats.

Age Recommendation

6 years and older.

Warning

Event may include haze.

Celebrate 40 Years of QPAC and Win!

Purchase a ticket at QPAC in 2025 and go in the draw to win a Hyundai TUCSON Hybrid, thanks to Hyundai – proud Principal Partner of QPAC.

To enter the competition, submit an entry form via the QPAC 40 Giveaway competition page. Terms and conditions apply.

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  • Boomtown Battles – 7 to Smoke EditionPhoto By Janna Imperial
  • Boomtown Battles – 7 to Smoke EditionPhoto By Janna Imperial
  • Boomtown Battles – 7 to Smoke EditionPhoto By Janna Imperial
  • Boomtown Battles – 7 to Smoke EditionPhoto By Janna Imperial
  • Boomtown Battles – 7 to Smoke EditionPhoto By Janna Imperial
  • Boomtown Battles – 7 to Smoke EditionPhoto By Janna Imperial
  • Boomtown Battles – 7 to Smoke EditionPhoto By Janna Imperial

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