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Deadly Funny
A hilarious night with some of the most incredible new comedians and storytellers from the world’s oldest culture. Live at QPAC’s Cremorne Theatre – it’s going to be deadly!
Ray Chen: 8 Seasons with Melbourne Chamber Orchestra
Don’t miss Ray Chen returning to QPAC joined by the Melbourne Chamber Orchestra.
Eric Idle – An Evening of Idle Conversation
Join legendary comedian Eric Idle as he sits down to tell his incredible life’s story, live on stage and in conversation, like you’ve never heard it before.
An Evening with Celtic Thunder
Prepare to be swept away by a hand-picked selection of Celtic Thunder’s most beloved songs on a journey through an extraordinary legacy.
Opera Queensland The Italian Woman
This is Rossini in full flight. Queensland Symphony Orchestra and nineteen extraordinary voices on stage tearing into one of opera’s greatest comic scores.
Real and Diverse Ensemble Pirates of the High Trees
Real and Diverse Ensemble return with their next sensational adventure, inspired by the whimsical worlds of Lewis Carroll.
Second Coming
It's 2065, Earth is burning, and time is running out. A darkly comic new Australian play about climate crisis, corporate power and second chances.
On the Banks Leon Bridges
Experience an evening of joyful sounds, infectious grooves and timeless R&B with Leon Bridges at On the Banks.
On the Banks Madness
Get ready for a night of iconic songs, infectious energy and four decades of British pop history with Madness at On the Banks.
On the Banks Fatboy Slim
Second show on sale now! Don’t miss Fatboy Slim, one of electronic music’s most iconic figures, as he brings his unmistakable, hedonistic energy to On the Banks.
Legends of Motown
Legends of Motown is an electrifying celebration of the music that defined a generation.
For Schools: The Picture of Dorian Gray
Kip Williams' Tony Award-winning adaptation of Oscar Wilde's classic, performed solo by Nikki Shiels.
The Picture of Dorian Gray
Experience the Tony Award-winning blockbuster starring Nikki Shiels as she takes on all 26 roles in this gripping and vibrant production.
The Holiday in Concert
New show added! Don't miss beloved Christmas romcom The Holiday (2006) live in concert at QPAC's Concert Hall this festive season, with Hans Zimmer's iconic score performed live-to-film by Southern Cross Symphony.
Seventh Wonder Performs Fleetwood Mac Orchestrated
Applauded by Mick Fleetwood himself, Seventh Wonder has earned its reputation as one of Australia’s most acclaimed concert productions and a world-leading musical celebration of Fleetwood Mac.
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE
The untold true story of how America’s greatest hitmaker became a star, set to the songs that defined his career.
Newsroom
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Five Minutes with James Kerwin
Thu 24 Sept 2026James Kerwin is a mime artist, teacher, and actor. We chatted with James to learn more about his career, his passion for the performing arts and the importance of accessible experiences.
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A BEAUTIFUL NOISEPhoto by Jeff Busby Sweet Caroline, the wait is over!
Fri 4 Sept 2026Good times never seemed so good, and for Queensland's Neil Diamond fans, they're about to get even better. A BEAUTIFUL NOISE: THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL is opening at QPAC in March 2027.
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QPAC Glasshouse Theatre 2560x1092David Kelly Building a brighter future through culture, community and connection
Wed 2 Sept 2026CommBank's sponsorship with QPAC reflects a shared commitment to creating vibrant communities, a sense of belonging and contributing to Brisbane's continued growth as a cultural capital.
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A Heartwarming Digital Stage Screening
Fri 28 Aug 2026The performing arts have the power to transport an audience to another time and place. For many residents at Arcare Aged Care Pimpama, a recent screening of Heartstrings by Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra did exactly that.
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The case is reopened: Sherlock Holmes returns to QPAC
Mon 24 Aug 2026QPAC today announced that the case has been reopened, with a homegrown whodunnit, Sherlock Holmes - The Mystery of the Valkyrie returning to QPAC’s Playhouse from 14 to 29 November 2026.
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DRACULA There will be blood: Shake & Stir's cult hit DRACULA returns to QPAC
Tue 4 Aug 2026A decade after it first captivated audiences around the country, the acclaimed production returns to the Australian stage in a co-presentation with QPAC from 27 October.
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Aphiwe Nyezi as SimbaDaniel Boud Disney's THE LION KING will roar into Brisbane in 2026
Mon 13 July 2026Disney's THE LION KING, the world's #1 musical, is coming to Brisbane, bringing with it the spectacle, artistry and unforgettable music that has redefined musical theatre on a global scale.
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Xavier Rudd Xavier Rudd Announced for QPAC Fundraiser
Fri 3 July 2026QPAC today announced Australian singer songwriter Xavier Rudd will perform in the Concert Hall for one night only on Wednesday 26 August to raise funds for HEAL (Home of Expressive Arts and Learning).