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  • 2026
  • Piano Bar
  • Free
  • Jazz & Blues
  • Classical Music

piano-bar Piano Bar QPAC Free, Jazz & Blues, Classical Music Piano Bar

Friday & Saturday Evenings, From 9:30pm
QPAC
Free Event
Free
1 hour
From 28 Aug to 24 Oct 2026, subject to change without notice

Overview

Stay a little longer — the night’s just beginning

As the curtain falls, QBAR transforms into an intimate Piano Bar, offering a truly enchanting post-theatre experience. For a limited season across Fridays and Saturdays, immerse yourself in live performances by rising Brisbane talents from the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University, as they bring a captivating mix of jazz, musical theatre, and contemporary classics to life.

Sip your way through our seasonal cocktail list, or settle in with one of our signature favourites, from the bold Espresso Martini to a crisp Negroni. Complement your evening with our curated selection of local wines, beers, ciders, spirits, and non-alcoholic options. For a late-night lift, enjoy a barista-made coffee or tea.

After the show, keep the evening alive at QBAR’s Piano Bar, where live music, great company, and crafted cocktails come together for an unforgettable experience. Available for a limited season.

  • Upcoming performances

    Date Time Performer
    Friday 25 September
    9:55pm - 10:55pm
    Kairyo Searle
    Saturday 26 September
    9:55pm - 10:55pm
    Kairyo Searle
    Friday 2 October
    9:55pm - 10:55pm
    Darcy Polley
    Saturday 3 October
    9:55pm - 10:55pm
    Darcy Polley
    Friday 9 October
    9:55pm - 10:55pm
    Daniel Coleman
    Saturday 10 October
    9:55pm - 10:55pm
    Daniel Coleman
    Friday 16 October
    9:55pm - 10:55pm
    Sam Salvador
    Saturday 17 October
    9:55pm - 10:55pm
    Oliver Radcliffe
    Friday 23 October
    9:55pm - 10:55pm
    Kairyo Searle
    Saturday 24 October
    9:55pm - 10:55pm
    Darcy Polley


    Performers and set times are subject to change.

Important Information

Location

QBAR, Ground-level foyer of QPAC

About the Artists

Sam Salvador

Sam Salvador is a third-year Popular Music student at Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University. He’s been passionate about music since age 5, learning multiple instruments and exploring genres like Jazz, Pop, RnB, and Fusion. Under the guidance of pianist Mitchell Dormer, Sam has become a versatile performer in Brisbane’s music scene, playing in bands, teaching privately, and working as a session musician. He’s now looking to share his music internationally.

Oliver Radcliffe

Oliver Radcliffe is a Brisbane-based pianist who has performed extensively across the city’s vibrant live music scene. Known for his expressive playing and versatile repertoire, Oliver has appeared in venues ranging from intimate jazz clubs to large concert stages. He is currently in his second year of study at the Queensland Conservatorium, where he continues to develop his craft under the guidance of leading Australian musicians.

Daniel Coleman

Daniel Coleman is a pianist and keyboardist studying Jazz Performance at the Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University. He began playing piano at age seven and developed a love for jazz, R&B, pop, and classical music. Guided by pianists Steve Newcomb and Sophie Minn, Daniel has become an active performer in Brisbane’s music scene, appearing regularly in local bands and jazz ensembles. Alongside performing, he teaches privately, sharing his passion and inspiring the next generation of young musicians.

Kairyo Searle

Kairyo Searle is a second-year Creative Music Technology student at the Queensland Conservatorium. A versatile multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer, he has received national recognition, winning First Prize in both the ASME Young Composers’ Competition and Score IT!. Based in Brisbane, Kairyo writes and performs with his band The Lore and teaches privately to inspire young musicians.

Darcy Polley

Darcy Polley is a Gold Coast–based pianist, songwriter and producer, currently studying Popular Music (Keyboard) at the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University. With AMEB Grade 8 and experience in productions including A Chorus Line, he brings a versatile style across pop, R&B, jazz and contemporary music. An active performer, Darcy appears at festivals, venues and collaborative projects, while developing his sound through performance, production and original music creation.

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¡Hola! Enjoy our new Spanish menu featuring refreshing Spritz cocktails, tantalising tapas, pizzas, and share plates bursting with flavour. Now serving before your next QPAC show.

Theatre Bars

Our theatre bars offer a great selection of sparkling and still wines, beers and ciders, spirits, and an ever-changing cocktails menu. Drinks may be consumed while seated in the foyer or in the theatre.

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Nestled next to Melbourne Street Green, the café offers vibrant outdoor dining with an all-day menu, perfect for your pre-show. 

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