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Just Announced Events at QPAC | Latest Shows & Performances

Barton & Brodsky

Barton & Brodsky

26 Feb 2026, 7pm
Concert Hall

William Barton, together with the Brodsky Quartet, is a sensational combination, resulting in a musical feast for audiences.

SIX the Musical

SIX the Musical

From 7 Jan 2027
Playhouse

Divorced. Beheaded. Live! Get Down with the Queens of SIX as they remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into this high-octane phenomenon.

Hush

Southern Cross Soloists Hush

1 Mar 2026, 3pm
Concert Hall

Karin Schaupp joins the Southern Cross Soloists for a luminous journey from day to night, blending dance, song, and calm reflection.

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.

sacred and profane

Southern Cross Soloists sacred and profane

18 Oct 2026, 3pm
Concert Hall

Bach’s sacred beauty meets modern circus as the Southern Cross Soloists for a bold fusion of music and movement.

The Riddle of Washpool Gully

The Riddle of Washpool Gully

10 - 21 Mar 2026
Cremorne Theatre

Combining storytelling with contemporary puppetry and miniature sets, The Riddle of Washpool Gully is a reimagined tale of Australian mythology.   

More Evenings with Gillian Welch & David Rawlings

More Evenings with Gillian Welch & David Rawlings

13 Feb 2026, 8pm
Concert Hall

Gillian Welch and David Rawlings make an exciting return to Australia for the second leg of their Woodland campaign.

Josh Groban

Josh Groban: Gems World Tour

4 Mar 2026, 7:30pm
Concert Hall

Get ready for a legendary night of music at Josh Groban: Gems World Tour!

18th Anniversary of the National Apology

13 Feb 2026, from 10:30am
Concert Hall Foyer

This event is an opportunity to reflect on the significance of the National Apology, honour the resilience of Stolen Generations and contribute to ongoing journey of truth, healing, and connection.

Inheritance by Toni JenkeImage Credit: Ange Costes

Inheritance by Toni Janke

2 Apr 2026, 7pm
Cremorne Theatre

A bold and deeply moving theatrical experience, Inheritance is a poetic and musical journey into identity, resilience, and the sacred bonds that connect us across time.

Ballet Theatre Queensland Snow White

9 - 12 Jul 2026
Concert Hall

Be transported to the land of fantasy in Ballet Theatre Queensland’s highly acclaimed return season of Snow White!

A Girl’s Guide to World War

A Girl’s Guide to World War

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Digital Stage

Experience this unforgettable story of courage and compassion, only on Digital Stage.

Steel Magnolias

Steel Magnolias

30 Apr - 10 May 2026
Playhouse

The iconic story that made us laugh, cry, and fall in love with six extraordinary women is back under the direction of Lee Lewis.

Classic Alchemy

Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra Classic Alchemy

21 Feb 2026, 7pm
Concert Hall

Indulge in an evening where the familiar and unexpected dance side by side. This is Camerata at its unconducted best: vibrant, intimate, & full of passion.

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.

Old. New. Borrowed. Blue

Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra Old. New. Borrowed. Blue.

20 Aug 2026, 7pm
Concert Hall

This is chamber music reimagined – where old and new, classical and contemporary – fuse into a captivating concert experience.

Orava Quartet

Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra Orava Quartet

28 Oct 2026, 7pm
Concert Hall

Step into the intimate world of the Orava Quartet – an ensemble renowned for their interpretive insights and musical maturity. 

Fire and Finesse

Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra Fire and Finesse

12 Nov 2026, 7pm
Concert Hall

This concert is a celebration of elegance and beauty, where classical genius meets playful sophistication.

The Claire Marshall Collection

The Claire Marshall Collection

Digital Stage

Explore this stunning collection of contemporary dance works from creative powerhouse Claire Marshall, only on Digital Stage.

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.

Vivaldi’s Legacy

Australian Brandenburg Orchestra Vivaldi’s Legacy

25 Aug 2026, 7:30pm
Concert Hall

A concert of detail, grace, and imagination.

Romeo and Juliet

The Australian Ballet Romeo and Juliet

15 - 22 Aug 2026
Lyric Theatre

Be captivated by John Cranko’s interpretation of Shakespeare’s immortal text with The Australian Ballet’s Romeo and Juliet.

QSO Favourites

Queensland Symphony Orchestra QSO Favourites

7 Feb 2026, 7:30pm
Concert Hall

This feel-good concert features some of the most recognisable and loved pieces in the classical canon, as voted by last year’s audience.

Music on Sundays 1: QSO Favourites

Queensland Symphony Orchestra Music on Sundays 1: QSO Favourites

8 Feb 2026, 11:30am
Concert Hall

This feel-good concert features some of the most recognisable and loved pieces in the classical canon in this 90 minute concert.

The Music of John Williams

Queensland Symphony Orchestra The Music of John Williams

27 - 28 Feb 2026
Concert Hall

Experience the unforgettable sound of film scores by the iconic John Williams, live with Queensland Symphony Orchestra.

An Evening in Concert – 3rd Year Musical Theatre Students

Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre An Evening in Concert – 3rd Year Musical Theatre Students

4 - 7 Mar 2026
Tony Gould Gallery

A special concert celebrating the progress of the third year musical theatre students.

Maestro 1: Umberto’s Mahler 5

Queensland Symphony Orchestra Maestro 1: Umberto’s Mahler 5

20 - 21 Mar 2026
Concert Hall

Experience QSO’s 2026 Season Opener with two masterworks: Mahler’s 5th Symphony and Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto in E Minor.

Morning Masterworks 1: Respighi, Higgins & Strauss

Queensland Symphony Orchestra Morning Masterworks 1: Respighi, Higgins & Strauss

17 Apr 2026, 11:30am
Concert Hall

An imaginative trombone takes centre stage for Gavin Higgins’ Book of Miracles in this 90 minute concert.

Maestro 2: Respighi, Higgins & Strauss

Queensland Symphony Orchestra Maestro 2: Respighi, Higgins & Strauss

18 Apr 2026, 7:30pm
Concert Hall

An imaginative trombone takes centre stage for Gavin Higgins’ Book of Miracles, with soloist Jörgen van Rijen, alongside stunning works by Respighi and R Strauss.

35MM

Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre 35MM

1 - 9 May 2026
Cremorne Theatre

A stunning new multimedia musical which explores a groundbreaking new concept in musical theatre.

Music on Sundays 2: Spirit of the Violin

Queensland Symphony Orchestra Music on Sundays 2: Spirit of the Violin

3 May 2026, 11:30am
Concert Hall

Experience a violin showcase of electrifying flair featuring music by Tchaikovsky, Waxman, and Galzunov.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Music on Sundays 3: Fanfare & Flight

Queensland Symphony Orchestra Music on Sundays 3: Fanfare & Flight

2 Aug 2026, 11:30am
Concert Hall

Experience a journey through proclamation and introspection with music by Copland, Tchaikovsky and more.

Music on Sundays 4: Symphonic Stories

Queensland Symphony Orchestra Music on Sundays 4: Symphonic Stories

30 Aug 2026, 11:30am
Concert Hall

Experience a program of bold contrasts and vibrant textures with music by Copland, Gershwin, Mozart and more.

Maestro 6: La Mer

Queensland Symphony Orchestra Maestro 6: La Mer

4 Sep 2026, 7:30pm
Concert Hall

Experience a sea-inspired concert featuring music by Debussy, Ravel, Shostakovich and Stanhope, with piano soloist Stefan Cassomenos.

Morning Masterworks 4: La Mer

Queensland Symphony Orchestra Morning Masterworks 4: La Mer

4 Sep 2026, 11:30am
Concert Hall

Don’t miss La Mer, a 90 minute sea-inspired concert featuring music by Debussy, Shostakovich and Stanhope.

Class of 2026 Musical Theatre Showcase

Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre Class of 2026 Musical Theatre Showcase

10 - 19 Sep 2026
Tony Gould Gallery

Discover the next generation of professional musical theatre talent with this dynamic industry showcase.

Maestro 7: Symphonic Dances

Queensland Symphony Orchestra Maestro 7: Symphonic Dances

25 - 26 Sep 2026
Concert Hall

A celebration of music that moves the body and soul featuring Rachmaninov’s Symphonic Dances and Dvořák’s Slavonic Dances.

Music on Sundays 5: Old Worlds, New Sounds

Queensland Symphony Orchestra Music on Sundays 5: Old Worlds, New Sounds

11 Oct 2026, 11:30am
Concert Hall

Experience a high-voltage program featuring Catherina Lee on violin and music by Dvořák, Bizet, Bruch and more.

Maestro 8: Scheherazade

Queensland Symphony Orchestra Maestro 8: Scheherazade

16 - 17 Oct 2026
Concert Hall

An evening of storytelling featuring Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade, Grieg’s folk-tinged Piano Concerto and Ella Macens’ Release.

An Evening in Concert – 2nd Year Musical Theatre Students

Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre An Evening in Concert – 2nd Year Musical Theatre Students

16 - 17 Oct 2026
Tony Gould Gallery

Celebrate the progress of the second year musical theatre students with their first public performances.

Cinematic: The Wonder of Animation

Queensland Symphony Orchestra Cinematic: The Wonder of Animation

23 - 24 Oct 2026
Concert Hall

Hear film scores from animations that captured your heart – from Beauty and the Beast, Toy Story, Up and more.

Education Concert: Cinematic

Queensland Symphony Orchestra Education Concert: Cinematic

23 Oct 2026, 10am & 11:45am
Concert Hall

Experience famous film scores from Beauty and the Beast, Toy Story, Up and more with this Education Concert. 

In Pieces

Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre In Pieces

3 - 7 Nov 2026
Tony Gould Gallery

In Pieces reflects on the romantic journeys of several individuals, as they share, ponder and look back on the chosen paths and partners along the way.

Morning Masterworks 5: Beethoven, Mendelssohn & Fisher

Queensland Symphony Orchestra Morning Masterworks 5: Beethoven, Mendelssohn & Fisher

6 Nov 2026, 11:30am
Concert Hall

Experience Beethoven’s Violin Concerto, Mendelsson’s Hebrides overture and Salina Fisher’s Murmuring Light in this 90 minute concert. 

Maestro 9: Beethoven, Mendelssohn & Fisher

Queensland Symphony Orchestra Maestro 9: Beethoven, Mendelssohn & Fisher

7 Nov 2026, 7:30pm
Concert Hall

Don’t miss Beethoven’s radiant Violin Concerto, Mendelssohn’s stunning Symphony No.3 and Salina Fisher’s Murmuring Light.

Maestro 10: Don Juan & Manfred

Queensland Symphony Orchestra Maestro 10: Don Juan & Manfred

27 - 28 Nov 2026
Concert Hall

The 2026 season finale features Tchaikovsky’s Manfred Symphony and Richard Strauss’ Don Juan. 

Permutations - Claire Marshall

Permutations

Digital Stage

An immersive screendance experience where four simultaneous perspectives unravel a haunting tale of abandonment and self-discovery. 

Shift - Claire Marshall

Shift

Digital Stage

An experimental dance film by Claire Marshall, Shift reimagines narrative through location and editing.

Ward of State - Claire Marshall

Ward of State

Digital Stage

A dance film about a girl who was taken from her mother and stepfather and placed in the care of the state in a Magdalene Convent Laundry.

Void

Digital Stage

A descent into the mind’s spiral – where memory fractures and the self multiplies.

Australian Youth Orchestra

World Science Festival Brisbane Australian Youth Orchestra: Beautiful Equations

26 - 27 Mar 2026
Playhouse

An immersive journey through sound and space, communicating complex mathematics to non-specialist audiences in an interactive performance.

Brian Greene

World Science Festival Brisbane Brian Greene: Listening to the Big Bang

26 Mar 2026, 7:30pm
Concert Hall

Join a live stage experience that brings humanity’s dramatic quest to understand our cosmic origins to life. 

Bright Future Careers with Dr Karl

World Science Festival Brisbane Dr Karl Live!

27 Mar 2026, 7:30pm
Concert Hall

Join Australia’s favourite science communicator, Dr Karl Kruszelnicki, when he takes the stage live in conversation at World Science Festival 2026

Leigh Sales AM and Annabel Crabb

World Science Festival Brisbane Leigh Sales AM and Annabel Crabb: An Afternoon of Science

28 Mar 2026, 4:30pm
Concert Hall

Join Leigh Sales AM, Annabel Crabb, and a stellar lineup of scientific minds for a celebration of curiosity, creativity, and the thrill of discovery.

World Science Festival Brisbane National Geographic Live: Cosmic Adventures with Tracy Drain

28 Mar 2026, 7:30pm
Concert Hall

National Geographic Live brings Explorers from the field to your city, live on stage.

The Streets

On the Banks The Streets

6 Mar 2026, from 6pm
Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

The Streets, led by the inimitable Mike Skinner, return to the stage with a landmark tour of Australia performing for the first time ever in full, A Grand Don’t Come For Free.

Bernard Fanning

On the Banks Bernard Fanning

15 Mar 2026, from 3pm
Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

Performing his ‘Final Encore’ for his Tea & Sympathy 20th Anniversary tour with special guests Kasey Chambers, The Paper Kites, Troy & Jem Cassar-Daley and Georgia Mooney.

Marlon Williams

On the Banks Marlon Williams

22 Mar 2026, from 6pm
Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

Bringing together country, folk, and pop Marlon Williams returns to Brisbane for a special performance at On the Banks.

Droppin’ Science: De La Soul

On the Banks Droppin’ Science: De La Soul

1 Mar 2026, from 6pm
Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

Taking it back to the essence, Droppin’ Science is a night dedicated to hip hop in all its forms. From the golden age to the present day.

Peach PRC

On the Banks Peach PRC

19 Mar 2026, from 6pm
Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

Peach PRC is set to bring her signature glitter-pop energy, magnetic personality and irreverent humour to the riverfront for On the Banks!

Spirit of Christmas on Digital Stage

Spirit of Christmas on Digital Stage

24 Dec 2025, from 5pm
Digital Stage

Join us online this Christmas Eve to Boxing Day for QPAC’s Spirit of Christmas, only available on Digital Stage!

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  • SIX the Musical

    SIX the Musical causing a sensation in 2026 and 2027!

    Tue 2 Dec 2025

    SIX the Musical will make its royal return to QPAC’s Playhouse Theatre from January 2027.

  • Participants and volunteers at the Tree of Hope activation

    Sharing Hope with YFG Shopping Centres

    Wed 26 Nov 2025

    YFG Shopping Centres has been a valued and long-term supporter of QPAC since 2017, with a special interest in the Centre’s much-loved Out of the Box festival.

  • Toni Janke's personal truth-telling wrapped in song, music, dance and poetry

    Tue 25 Nov 2025

    Acclaimed First Nations sing-songwriter Toni Janke takes to the Cremorne Stage for a spiritual storytelling in Inheritance on 2 April 2026. 

  • On the Banks

    Brisbane's newest outdoor live concert series

    Tue 11 Nov 2025

    A new outdoor live concert series is set to come to South Bank's Cultural Forecourt in March 2026, bringing a stellar lineup of international and Australian acts to the heart of the city.

  • THE LAST SHIPArtwork: Steph Payne, Photograph: Fabrizio Ferri

    International cast announced for Sting's The Last Ship

    Fri 7 Nov 2025

    Seventeen-time Grammy Award winning artist Sting will perform in his musical, The Last Ship, in Amsterdam, Brisbane and Paris with a stellar international cast.

  • Sumi Jo performing on stage at the Festival of Outback Opera 2025

    Opera Queensland makes Digital Stage debut with documentary exclusive

    Fri 7 Nov 2025

    Opera Queensland Artistic Director and CEO Patrick Nolan gives the inside scoop on the process of making Singing in the Night, a brand-new documentary exclusive to QPAC’s Digital Stage.

  • Bangarra threads generations together in powerful new triple bill, Sheltering

    Tue 4 Nov 2025

    As part of Sheltering, Bangarra Dance Theatre will present a program of three powerful works: Keeping Grounded, Brown Boys and Sheoak between 9 to 18 July 2026.

  • Marlowe Restaurant Pixelpunk

    From precinct to performance: Aria and QPAC’s shared cultural vision

    Tue 28 Oct 2025

    Proud QPAC partner Aria Property Group is committed to a thriving arts community that drives connection, creativity and opportunity.

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