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We pay our respects to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ancestors of this land, their spirits and their legacy. The foundations laid by these ancestors give strength, inspiration and courage to current and future generations, both First Nations and non-First Nations peoples, towards creating a better Queensland.

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Give a lifetime of memories

A gift of live performance can deliver a lifetime of memories for your friend or family member. To help you find a gift, we’ve made a few suggestions below based on occasions and interests.

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Gift Certificates

The gift that comes with applause!

Perfect for any arts lover, our QPAC Gift Certificate covers blockbuster musicals, elegant opera, gripping theatre, and family-friendly shows. Valid for three (3) years, it offers the flexibility to choose from QPAC's full range of productions. Elevate your gift-giving and let them dive into captivating performances at QPAC!

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Date night

A chance to spend some quality time with someone special.

  • Maestro 3: Rachmaninov & Shostakovich

    Queensland Symphony Orchestra Maestro 3: Rachmaninov & Shostakovich

    23 May 2026, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    Experience Rachmaninov’s beloved Piano Concerto No.2, Shostakovich’s emotional 5th Symphony, and Cathy Milliken’s Catalogue of Sky.

  • Morning Masterworks 3: Beethoven & Dvořák

    Queensland Symphony Orchestra Morning Masterworks 3: Beethoven & Dvořák

    12 Jun 2026, 11:30am
    Concert Hall

    Experience Dvořák’s radiant Cello Concerto and Beethoven’s iconic Symphony No.7 in this 90 minute concert.

  • Al Jardine

    Al Jardine and The Pet Sounds Band

    30 Jun 2026, 8pm
    Concert Hall

    Al Jardine performs all of The Beach Boys’ hits, from radio favourites to hidden gems, a concert experience not to be missed!

  • Italian Serenatas

    Australian Brandenburg Orchestra Italian Serenatas

    2 Jul 2026, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    Step into the world of high style and high emotion as Italian baritone Renato Dolcini returns to the Brandenburg stage.

  • Dita Von Teese

    Dita Von Teese

    17 - 19 Aug 2026
    Concert Hall

    New show on sale now! Be dazzled by Dita Von Teese’s spectacular new tour, Nocturnelle, featuring sophisticated striptease with the art of illusion.

  • The Way We Were starring Melinda Schneider

    The Way We Were starring Melinda Schneider

    21 Aug 2026, 8pm
    Concert Hall

    Experience the magic of Melinda Schneider in The Way We Were – a celebration of Barbra Streisand’s legendary career.

  • Em Rusciano – Addicted to Love

    Em Rusciano – Addicted to Love

    22 Aug 2026, 8pm
    Concert Hall

    Experience Em Rusciano at her most unfiltered, feral and finely tuned. This is a love story, just not the one we were sold.

  • Vivaldi’s Legacy

    Australian Brandenburg Orchestra Vivaldi’s Legacy

    25 Aug 2026, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    A concert of detail, grace, and imagination.

Touch the soul

Be moved and nourish your soul.

  • An Evening with Fran Lebowitz

    An Evening with Fran Lebowitz

    24 May 2026, 7pm
    Concert Hall

    Fran Lebowitz unleashes her chain-smoking, coffee-drinking New Yorker bite on a world falling ever more deeply into depravity, sucked along in the wake of Trump 2.0

  • Sheltering

    Bangarra Dance Theatre Sheltering

    9 - 18 Jul 2026
    Glasshouse Theatre

    Experience a program of three powerful works: Keeping Grounded, Brown Boys, and Sheoak, which honour the past while looking to the future. 

  • Maestro 5: Ravel & MacMillan

    Queensland Symphony Orchestra Maestro 5: Ravel & MacMillan

    17 - 18 Jul 2026
    Concert Hall

    Let the rhythm guide you with Ravel’s sweeping ballet score, Daphnis and Chloé, and James MacMillan’s First Percussion Concerto.

  • Musica Viva Australia Paul Lewis: Mozart+

    6 Oct 2026, 7pm
    Concert Hall

    Pianist Paul Lewis puts Mozart under the microscope to discover endless new wonders.

  • Musica Viva Australia Latvian Radio Choir & Genevieve Lacey

    Musica Viva Australia Latvian Radio Choir & Genevieve Lacey

    4 Nov 2026, 7pm
    Concert Hall

    The Latvian Radio Choir spread their wings and soar with recorder queen Genevieve Lacey.

  • James Morrison with Special Guest Mahalia Barnes

    James Morrison with Special Guest Mahalia Barnes

    19 Nov 2026, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    An unforgettable night of swing and soul, this is a concert experience you won’t want to miss!

Tell me a story

Take your seat to experience a story.

  • An Evening With Phil Rosenthal of Somebody Feed Phil

    An Evening With Phil Rosenthal of Somebody Feed Phil

    12 May 2026, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    Join the award-winning creator of Somebody Feed Phil and Everybody Loves Raymond for a conversation full of food, travel and family. 

  • MJ the Musical

    MJ the Musical

    Final Weeks
    Lyric Theatre

    Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry is set to thrill audiences, in the multiple Tony Award®-winning MJ the Musical.

  • The Drover’s Wife – The Opera

    The Drover’s Wife – The Opera

    13 to 22 May 2026
    Glasshouse Theatre

    A monumental new opera based on the play, novel and film by one of Australia’s leading artists, Leah Purcell AM.

  • Strings – A Triple Bill

    Queensland Ballet Strings – A Triple Bill

    22 - 30 May 2026
    Playhouse

    Featuring works by Edward Clug, Christian Spuck, and Goyo Montero. This program is a treat of international contemporary works. 

  • GRIMM – Tales from the Brothers Grimm

    GRIMM – Tales from the Brothers Grimm

    22 May - 13 Jun 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    Happily, ever after? Never. GRIMM, the smash‑hit, deliciously‑twisted, sold out production returns to QPAC’s Cremorne Theatre. 

  • Macbeth

    Macbeth

    6 - 21 Jun 2026
    Playhouse

    In celebration of its 20th anniversary, revered production house Shake & Stir Theatre Co tackle Shakespeare’s most-gripping tragedy, Macbeth.

  • Visions of Nature

    Queensland Youth Orchestras Visions of Nature

    7 Jun 2026, 3pm
    Concert Hall

    Experience two symphonic journeys that explore humanity’s relationship with the natural world and the worlds within ourselves. 

  • Tom Gleeson

    Tom Gleeson – Out of Touch

    26 Jun 2026, 6pm & 8:30pm
    Concert Hall

    Tom Gleeson is completely out of touch. Come along to the show and take him down a peg.

Try something new

See a brand new work or experience a genre you’ve not tried before.

  • Duck Pond

    Circa Duck Pond

    13 - 16 May 2026
    Playhouse

    A glittering circus mash-up by Circa bringing together the worlds of Swan Lake and The Ugly Duckling.

  • Radiohead for Solo Piano II

    Radiohead for Solo Piano II

    14 May 2026, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    Master of improvisation, Berlin-based Australian pianist Josh Cohen takes on legendary rock band Radiohead.

  • Revolution Remixed

    Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra Revolution Remixed

    29 May 2026, 7pm
    Concert Hall

    Sweeping heroism and heart-stopping intensity are the perfect showcase for Camerata in full force, with all the richness of woodwind and brass on display.

  • Carnival of the Animals

    Southern Cross Soloists Carnival of the Animals

    14 Jun 2026, 3pm
    Concert Hall

    Camille Saint-Saëns’ beloved Carnival of the Animals receives an Australian update in this thoughtful and heartfelt adaptation.

  • A Bee Story

    A Bee Story

    8 - 11 Jul 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    The award-winning, uniquely Australian, A Bee Story by ARC Circus is the perfect family entertainment.

  • SaplingsPhotography by Clare Hawley

    Saplings

    15 - 18 Jul 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    A collection of hilarious and heartbreaking stories born from workshops with young people experiencing the youth justice system.

  • Permission Granted

    Permission Granted

    23 - 25 Jul 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    World-renowned beatboxer Tom Thum has teamed up with keys-sensation Tnee Dyer to give you the cheat codes to turn any sound into music. 

  • The Music of Video Games

    Queensland Symphony Orchestra The Music of Video Games

    24 - 25 Jul 2026
    Concert Hall

    From Assassin’s Creed to Sonic the Hedgehog and more, experience the most unforgettable video game soundtracks in symphonic force.

Escape

Let your hair down and enjoy some pure entertainment.

  • Morning Masterworks 2: Rachmaninov & Shostakovich

    Queensland Symphony Orchestra Morning Masterworks 2: Rachmaninov & Shostakovich

    22 May 2026, 11:30am
    Concert Hall

    Don’t miss the 2nd movement of Rachmaninov’s beloved Piano Concerto No.2 alongside Shostakovich’s emotional 5th Symphony in this 90 minute concert.

  • Mogwai

    Open Season Mogwai

    27 May 2026, 7:30pm
    Glasshouse Theatre

    Brace yourself for one of the most volcanic performances as Mogwai returns to Brisbane to perform in QPAC’s brand new Glasshouse Theatre.

  • Sparks

    Open Season Sparks

    30 May 2026, 8pm
    Glasshouse Theatre

    Your favourite band’s favourite band is back. Sparks is playing a career-spanning set at QPAC’s brand new Glasshouse Theatre for one night only.

  • ARC Plays Eagles

    ARC Plays Eagles

    6 Jun 2026, 8pm
    Concert Hall

    Comprised of four living legends of Australian rock music, join ARC as they celebrate the Eagles.

  • BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL

    BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL

    From 7 Jun 2026
    Lyric Theatre

    Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice! Featuring a story and score that’s out of this Netherworld, don’t miss this touching show about making the most of every Day-O.

  • Maestro 4: Beethoven, Dvořák & Smetana

    Queensland Symphony Orchestra Maestro 4: Beethoven, Dvořák & Smetana

    13 Jun 2026, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    Don’t miss Dvořák’s radiant Cello Concerto, Beethoven’s iconic Symphony No.7 and Smetana’s Bartered Bride Overture.

  • Isles of Light

    Australian Chamber Orchestra Isles of Light

    22 Jun 2026, 7pm
    Concert Hall

    A genre-defying voyage from the pastoral majesty of Vaughan Williams to the experimental universe of Kate Bush, directed by British virtuoso Lawrence Power.

  • Opera Queensland Rusalka

    Opera Queensland Rusalka

    25 Jun - 4 Jul 2026
    Glasshouse Theatre

    A water nymph longs to live and love as a human and will sacrifice everything to get there.

One night only

All star performances to suit every taste.

  • Italian Gala

    Queensland Symphony Orchestra Italian Gala

    15 May 2026, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    Led by Chief Conductor Umberto Clerici, this rich program draws from opera and film, capturing the spirit of Italy.

  • Queen Forever – Greatest Hits Tour

    Queen Forever – Greatest Hits Tour

    16 May 2026, 8pm
    Concert Hall

    Celebrate 20 years of Queen Forever with their Greatest Hits Tour featuring all the anthems, rare deep cuts, and magic of Queen.

  • Rob Anderson

    Rob Anderson

    20 May 2026, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    A solo musical comedy show about our most formative decade! 

  • Alfie Boe

    Alfie Boe

    9 Jun 2026, 8pm
    Concert Hall

    The world-renowned tenor and star of Les Misérables, Alfie Boe, returns to Brisbane in 2026 for an unforgettable evening of song and storytelling.

  • Go Your Own Way: The Fleetwood Mac Legacy

    Go Your Own Way: The Fleetwood Mac Legacy

    11 Jun 2026, 3pm & 7pm
    Concert Hall

    Due to popular demand, a second show has been added! Don’t miss this spellbinding theatrical celebration of Fleetwood Mac, featuring an ensemble of world-class musicians.

  • The Gesualdo Six

    The Gesualdo Six – Wishing Tree

    29 Jun 2026, 6:30pm
    Concert Hall

    Embark on a captivating journey with UK a cappella ensemble The Gesualdo Six as they perform a superbly curated collection of exquisite vocal consort pieces.   

  • The Rocketman in Concert

    3 Jul 2026, 7pm
    Concert Hall

    A special tribute to Elton John, one of the bestselling artists of all time. Not to be missed!

  • Engelbert Humperdinck: The Celebration Tour 2026

    Engelbert Humperdinck: The Celebration Tour 2026

    4 Jul 2026, 7pm
    Concert Hall

    Engelbert Humperdinck returns for an unmissable night of hits and crowd favourites.

Family

Performances the whole family will love.

  • Image by Andi Crown Photography

    Dakota of the White Flats

    13 - 15 May 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    A high-action punk noir that snatches the classic coming-of-age story out of the hands of a gang of boys, and passes it to two unapologetic, brave young women.

  • The Wiggles

    The Wiggles Live in Concert

    12 - 14 Jun 2026
    Glasshouse Theatre

    Due to overwhelming demand new performances have been added! The Wiggles are back with a fun intimate live concert experience that will have the whole family singing, dancing, and laughing along!

  • 360 ALLSTARS

    360 ALLSTARS

    30 Jun - 5 Jul 2026
    Playhouse

    BMX, basketball, breaking, acrobatics, drumming and more! This smash hit returns to QPAC bigger and better than ever before!

  • Camp Culture

    Clancestry Camp Culture

    30 Jul - 1 Aug 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    This is your roll call to join Camp Culture! An interactive circus show serving up equal parts skill and sass.

  • Glow & TellImage by Chloe Morris

    Glow & Tell

    29 - 30 Aug 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    Using UV light in custom-built tent, the Cremorne Theatre is transformed into a space, where stories and imagined worlds come alive.

  • Grossbusters – The Monster Musical

    Grossbusters – The Monster Musical

    2 - 3 Dec 2026
    Playhouse

    Grossbusters is a school musical like no other from students attending distance education and living in remote Queensland.

  • Wolfgang in the Stars

    Rent Now
    Digital Stage

    Join Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and his loyal circus bear on their journey to seek inspiration for the beloved early masterpiece “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star”

  • The Riddle of Washpool Gully

    The Riddle of Washpool Gully by David Morton

    Watch Now
    Digital Stage

    A heartfelt tale of resilience and wonder, combining puppetry and miniature sets by Dead Puppet Society.

Watch it now

Experience the magic right now and gift your loved ones a showstopper on Digital Stage.

  • London Symphony Orchestra In Conversation with Sir Simon Rattle

    Watch Now
    Digital Stage

    Join London Symphony Orchestra Music Director conductor, Sir Simon Rattle in conversation with Martin Buzacott.

  • Shikara Ringdahl, Nick Kirkup, Daniel Kramer and Sumi Jo performing on stage at Festival of Outback Opera 2025Peter Wallis

    Singing in the Night

    Watch Now
    Digital Stage

    Experience Opera like never before with this brand-new documentary from Opera Queensland.

  • MEDEA

    Shock Therapy Arts MEDEA

    Rent Now
    Digital Stage

    Award-winning performance makers Shock Therapy Arts put their signature touch on this timely Greek Classic.

  • The Art of the Possible with Paul Grabowsky

    The Art of the Possible with Paul Grabowsky

    Watch Now
    Digital Stage

    Explore The Art of the Possible with legendary Australian musician, composer and arts leader Paul Grabowsky.

  • Workshop facilitator Helen StephensJustin Harrison

    Dead Puppet Society Puppet Manipulation Workshop

    Digital Stage

    This unique program guides participants through a series of exercises using common household materials to gain skills in puppetry manipulation and performance.

  • Workshop facilitator Helen StephensJustin Harrison

    Dead Puppet Society Puppet Construction Workshop

    Digital Stage

    Design and build a basic puppet using easily accessible household materials in this Puppet Construction Workshop.

  • Capricorn by Aidan Rowlingson

    Rent Now
    Digital Stage

    Explore the tumultuous love story of Sam and Ally in this gripping play that delves into the complexities of relationships, love, and loss.

  • JALI – Q&A with Oliver Twist

    JALI – Q&A with Oliver Twist

    Watch Now
    Digital Stage

    Hear from Rwandan born Australian writer, director, and performer Oliver Twist in this Q&A session following his 2022 performance of JALI on Digital Stage.

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