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World Science Festival Brisbane 2024 World Science Festival Brisbane
Asks, and answer, some of the biggest questions facing humankind.
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Queensland Museum Jurassic World by Brickman®
8 Dec 2023 - 14 Jul 2024Queensland MuseumGet ready for an immersive adventure like no other as Ryan 'Brickman' McNaught re-imagines Jurassic World, the blockbuster franchise.
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Image is from Mirror Mirror 2012 (detail) showing ‘Yellow dress with hood’ costume / Director: Tarsem Singh © 2012 UV RML NL Assets LLC. Photo credit: Jan Thijs Fairy Tales
2 Dec 2023 - 28 Apr 2024GOMABringing together painting, sculpture, film, costumes, and more, Fairy Tales highlights the archetypal figures we know so well.
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Photographer Joel Devereux DANGEROUS GOODS
Now PlayingCremorne Theatre, QPACSmoke-o’s over! A sweat-drenched cabaret of provocative performances, jaw-dropping physical feats, and powerful acts of rebellion.
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RENT: The Musical
27 Jan - 11 FebPlayhouse, QPACExperience the soul‑stirring power of Jonathan Larson's iconic songs when RENT hits QPAC in 2024!
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Queensland Theatre Gaslight
20 Feb - 3 MarPlayhouse, QPACIn a liberating adaptation of the classic play that brought us the term “gaslighting”, don't miss this gripping, new psychological thriller full of daring and doubt.
Just announced
Coming Up
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An Unfunny Evening with Tim Minchin and his Piano Tour
27 Jan - 3 FebConcert Hall, QPACTim Minchin performs songs from his musicals and studio album.
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RENT: The Musical
27 Jan - 11 FebPlayhouse, QPACExperience the soul‑stirring power of Jonathan Larson's iconic songs when RENT hits QPAC in 2024!
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Jersey Boys Jersey Boys
8 - 11 FebPlayhouse, QPACDon’t miss this beautifully reimagined, semi-staged concert production of the Jersey Boys this February.
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Queensland Museum After Dark
9 FebQueensland MuseumThis exclusive after hours experience at Queensland Museum After Dark is for adults 18+.
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Tea Towel Printing Workshop Queensland Museum Cobb+Co, Toowoomba Tea Towel Printing Workshop
9 Feb 2024, 6-8pmQueensland Museum Cobb+Co, ToowoombaThe Tea Towel Printing Workshop is perfect for those seeking a fun and artistic evening.
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Australian Chamber Orchestra River
12 Feb 2024, 7pmConcert Hall, QPACA cinematic odyssey exploring the waterways that have shaped our world, in all their majesty and fragility.
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Kevin McCloud’s Home Truths
13 Feb 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACA rollercoaster ride of design and storytelling with the one-and-only Kevin McCloud.
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Gallery of Modern Art Valentine’s Day: Ever After
14 FebGOMAThis Valentine’s Day experience a magical evening of art and connection at GOMA’s ‘Fairy Tales’ exhibition, with pop-up performances, workshops and more!
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An Evening with Fran Lebowitz
15 Feb 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACCultural satirist and author Fran Lebowitz takes to the stage at QPAC this February, unleashing her razor wit in a 60-minute Q&A.
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Beauty and the Beast the Musical
From 15 Feb 2024Lyric Theatre, QPACWe proudly invite you to 'Be Our Guest’ at Disney's brand-new production of Beauty and the Beast!
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The Sounds of Chow Gar
16 Feb 2024, 7:30pmIan Hanger Recital Hall, QCGUA Brisbane family strive to uphold ancient Chinese tradition in this cinema cross live performance narrative.
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Camerata Camerata & Alex Raineri: Beethoven
17 Feb 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACA stunning concert full of beauty and virtuosity, brought to life by Camerata and acclaimed pianist, Alex Raineri.
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QSO World's Collide Queensland Symphony Orchestra Worlds Collide
18 Feb 2024, 11:30amPlayhouse, QPACFrom melodies as old as time, to more contemporary masterworks: distant worlds collide.
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Henry Winkler – The Fonz and Beyond
19 Feb 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACJoin The Fonz as he shares his life and times with tales from his 50 years of success in Hollywood.
Seasons and Festivals
Family & Kids
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The Workshops Rail Museum Day Out with Thomas: The Colour Tour
27 Dec 2023 - 26 Jan 2024Queensland Museum Rail Workshops, IpswichThis fun-filled event with Thomas The Tank Engine will bring a splash of colour to your day!
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Museum of Tropical Queensland Sea Monsters: Prehistoric Ocean Predators
Until 28 January 2024Museum of Tropical QueenslandDiscover some of the largest predators of the ocean at Sea Monsters: Prehistoric Ocean Predators.
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Queensland Museum Sensory Friendly: Jurassic World by Brickman
14 Dec 2023, 16 Feb & 25 May 2024Queensland MuseumVisit Queensland Museum for Sensory Friendly Sessions.
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Queensland Museum Jurassic World by Brickman®
8 Dec 2023 - 14 Jul 2024Queensland MuseumGet ready for an immersive adventure like no other as Ryan 'Brickman' McNaught re-imagines Jurassic World, the blockbuster franchise.
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Proudfoot & Friends Proudfoot & Friends
8 - 10 Mar 2024Cremorne Theatre, QPACGet ready for the foot-stomping, rib-tickling, toe-tapping time of your life at the Proudfoot & Friends stage show spectacular!
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The Earth Above World Science Festival Brisbane The Earth Above
15 - 24 MarSir Thomas Brisbane PlanetariumA movie-length, full-dome experience exploring Australia’s past 140,000 years.
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Dr Karl's Great Moments in Science World Science Festival Brisbane Dr Karl’s Great Moments in Science
23 Mar 2024, 5pmPlayhouse, QPACFor one night only, Dr Karl Kruszelnicki presents unbelievable insights into the Great Moments in Science.
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Robowars World Science Festival Brisbane Robowars
23 - 24 MarSouth Bank PiazzaA battle of skill, design, tactic, intelligence and raw robot power, watch as custom-built robots clash in a series of electrifying battles.
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James and the Giant Peach. Artwork by Quentin Blake. James and the Giant Peach
30 Mar - 7 AprPlayhouse, QPACClimb aboard the world’s juiciest fruit as Roald Dahl’s James and The Giant Peach rolls off the page and onto the stage in Shake & Stir’s most delicious adventure yet.
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Queensland Museum A Night at the Museum
12 Apr, 18 May, 14 Jun, 12 Jul 2024Queensland MuseumExperience after hours access to Queensland Museum, including Jurassic World by Brickman®.
Theatre
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Queensland Theatre Round the Twist The Musical
From 12 Nov 2024Playhouse, QPACA quintessentially Australian joyous celebration of oddballs and misfits – where if you stand out then you’ll fit right in!
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CHICAGO
Must Close 4 Feb 2024Lyric Theatre, QPACBroadway's longest-running musical, CHICAGO, arrives at QPAC's Lyric Theatre this January!
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RENT: The Musical
27 Jan - 11 FebPlayhouse, QPACExperience the soul‑stirring power of Jonathan Larson's iconic songs when RENT hits QPAC in 2024!
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Jersey Boys Jersey Boys
8 - 11 FebPlayhouse, QPACDon’t miss this beautifully reimagined, semi-staged concert production of the Jersey Boys this February.
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Beauty and the Beast the Musical
From 15 Feb 2024Lyric Theatre, QPACWe proudly invite you to 'Be Our Guest’ at Disney's brand-new production of Beauty and the Beast!
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Queensland Theatre Gaslight
20 Feb - 3 MarPlayhouse, QPACIn a liberating adaptation of the classic play that brought us the term “gaslighting”, don't miss this gripping, new psychological thriller full of daring and doubt.
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An Evening In Concert An Evening In Concert
28 Feb - 2 MarTony Gould Gallery, QPACAn evening of song from the talented third-year Musical Theatre students of Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University.
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The World of Musicals in Concert The World of Musicals in Concert
10 Apr 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACDelivers a stirring musical concert experience that will leave you spellbound from the opening song to the final medley.
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Queensland Theatre 37
11 Apr - 4 MayBille Brown TheatreExperience Nathan Maynard's loud, brash match between top dogs and underdogs in 37 at the Bille Brown Theatre.
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The Woman in Black The Woman in Black
30 Apr - 11 MayPlayhouse, QPACStarring John Waters and Daniel MacPherson, don’t miss this thrilling theatrical exploration of terror.
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A Girl’s Guide to World War A Girl’s Guide to World War
2 - 4 MayCremorne Theatre, QPACThis powerful, uplifting musical from Queensland Conservatorium students celebrates the untold stories of Australian women who served on the frontline during World War 1.
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Queensland Theatre Medea
11 May - 8 JunBille Brown TheatreA tender, surprising and bittersweet reimagining of history’s most misunderstood mother.
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Audra McDonald Live In Concert Audra McDonald Live In Concert
15 May 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACExperience the most Tony Awarded performer in Broadway history, Audra McDonald, live at QPAC!
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RBG: Of Many, One
16 - 26 MayPlayhouse, QPACSuzie Miller's smash-hit production tells the story of the indominable Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
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Queensland Theatre Cost of Living
15 Jun - 13 JulBille Brown TheatreA story about our need to care no matter the distance that age, race, and disability might place between us.
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TINA – The Tina Turner Musical TINA – The Tina Turner Musical
From 2 Jul 2024Lyric Theatre, QPACExperience the inspiring life of Tina Turner, the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them!
Music
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Angélique Kidjo Angélique Kidjo
4 Mar 2024, 8pmConcert Hall, QPACAngélique Kidjo shares music from her remarkable new album alongside selections from her celebrated back‑catalogue.
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Graham Nash: Sixty Years of Songs and Stories
26 Mar 2024, 8pmConcert Hall, QPACExperience the litany of songs that make up the soundtrack of our lives.
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Matteo Bocelli Matteo Bocelli
27 Mar 2024, 8pmConcert Hall, QPACDon't miss this opportunity to witness Matteo Bocelli's, son of the legendary tenor Andrea Bocelli, extraordinary talent live in concert.
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Opera Queensland Opera Club
Annual MembershipOnlineOpera Club members can join fellow opera fans for a year-long calendar of unique events, experiences and offers to bring your theatre experience to life.
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An Unfunny Evening with Tim Minchin and his Piano Tour
27 Jan - 3 FebConcert Hall, QPACTim Minchin performs songs from his musicals and studio album.
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Jersey Boys Jersey Boys
8 - 11 FebPlayhouse, QPACDon’t miss this beautifully reimagined, semi-staged concert production of the Jersey Boys this February.
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The Sounds of Chow Gar
16 Feb 2024, 7:30pmIan Hanger Recital Hall, QCGUA Brisbane family strive to uphold ancient Chinese tradition in this cinema cross live performance narrative.
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Queen by Candlelight
20 Feb 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACFeaturing a live cast of West End singers, accompanied by an incredible rock band, experience Queen by Candlelight at QPAC this February!
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Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight
21 Feb 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACFeaturing a cast of spectacular West End Singers and a brilliant live band, experience Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight at QPAC this February!
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An Evening In Concert An Evening In Concert
28 Feb - 2 MarTony Gould Gallery, QPACAn evening of song from the talented third-year Musical Theatre students of Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University.
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Rumour Has It
2 MarConcert Hall, QPACThis smash hit stage spectacular charts the incredible rise of the blockbuster soul sensation of the modern age, Adele.
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Opera Queensland Alex Raineri – Speechless
8 - 9 MarOpera Queensland StudioA captivating program that transforms beloved operatic highlights into vibrant and virtuosic solo piano works.
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The King’s Singers
20 Mar 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACBeloved by the world over, from London’s Royal Albert Hall to New York’s Carnegie Hall, this concert is not to be missed.
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Opera Queensland Heru Pinkasova
22 - 23 MarOpera Queensland StudioHeru Pinkasova weaves her stories through reimagined Papuan folk songs and classical canon, to create this soulful cabaret.
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Hopelessly Devoted: A Celebration of Olivia Newton-John Queensland Symphony Orchestra Hopelessly Devoted
6 Apr 2024, 1:30pm & 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACJoin QSO as they perform all of Olivia Newton-John's iconic hits.
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Deborah Conway AM and Willy Zygier - Songs from the Book of Life Songs from the Book of Life
12 - 13 AprCremorne Theatre, QPACEmbark on a musical journey with Deborah Conway and Willy Zygier as they explore youth, rebellion, love, aging, and the world of music.
Classical
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Twoset Violin World Tour TwoSet Violin World Tour 2024
25 Jan 2024, 7:30pmPlayhouse, QPACTwoSet Violin, the hilarious duo that has captured the hearts of fans worldwide, is embarking on a highly anticipated comeback tour.
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Australian Chamber Orchestra River
12 Feb 2024, 7pmConcert Hall, QPACA cinematic odyssey exploring the waterways that have shaped our world, in all their majesty and fragility.
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Camerata Camerata & Alex Raineri: Beethoven
17 Feb 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACA stunning concert full of beauty and virtuosity, brought to life by Camerata and acclaimed pianist, Alex Raineri.
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QSO World's Collide Queensland Symphony Orchestra Worlds Collide
18 Feb 2024, 11:30amPlayhouse, QPACFrom melodies as old as time, to more contemporary masterworks: distant worlds collide.
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QSO Umberto's Mahler Queensland Symphony Orchestra Umberto's Mahler
23 - 24 FebConcert Hall, QPACClocking in at over an hour, this turn-of-the-century masterwork is packed with action!
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Hugo Wolf's Italian Songbook Hugo Wolfs Italian Songbook
25 Feb 2024, 4pmBasil Jones Orchestral Hall, QCGUSoirées Musicales Quintette showcases the talents of its performers in this special performance at the Basil Jones Orchestral Hall.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra Mozart’s Jupiter
1 - 2 MarConservatorium Theatre, QCGUBeethoven or Schumann? It’s a tough choice – and we’re leaving it up to you when we present Mozart’s Jupiter at the Conservatorium Theatre.
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Southern Cross Soloists Divine Alchemy
3 Mar 2024, 3pmConcert Hall, QPACExplores beauty arising from unlikely places, offering a musical program born from the crucible of adversity.
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QSO Opera Gala Queensland Symphony Orchestra Opera Gala
8 - 9 MarConcert Hall, QPACExperience all of the highlights of Puccini’s operas in one epic gala, under the baton of Giordano Bellincampi.
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What Will Have Been Circa What Will Have Been
13 - 17 MarPlayhouse, QPACA sublime display of interlocking bodies, awe-inspiring movement and pure physical beauty.
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QSO Messiah Queensland Symphony Orchestra Messiah
28 Mar 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACBrett Weymark, four dazzling soloists and Brisbane Chamber Choir will breathe life into this timeless work of reverence.
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Hopelessly Devoted: A Celebration of Olivia Newton-John Queensland Symphony Orchestra Hopelessly Devoted
6 Apr 2024, 1:30pm & 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACJoin QSO as they perform all of Olivia Newton-John's iconic hits.
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Australian Chamber Orchestra For the Love of Music Australian Chamber Orchestra For the Love of Music
8 Apr 2024, 7pmConcert Hall, QPACThe ACO teams up with Annabel Crabb and Leigh Sales for a night of music, laughter and exciting discoveries.
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QSO Triumphant Tchaikovsky Queensland Symphony Orchestra Triumphant Tchaikovsky
12 - 13 AprConcert Hall, QPACBritish conductor Andrew Gourley will put on a show of Tchaikovsky and Britten that serious concertgoers won’t want to miss!
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Ensemble Q The Trout Ensemble Q The Trout
14 Apr 2024, 3pmPlayhouse, QPACEnsemble Q celebrates the musical representation of the number 5 with five quintets of varying instrumentation, culminating in the Trout Quintet.
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QSO My Homeland Queensland Symphony Orchestra My Homeland
3 May 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACEvery note from this fun and heartfelt work will spark a bright new picture in your mind, making this concert truly unforgettable.
Dance
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CHICAGO
Must Close 4 Feb 2024Lyric Theatre, QPACBroadway's longest-running musical, CHICAGO, arrives at QPAC's Lyric Theatre this January!
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Shen Yun Shen Yun
26 - 27 FebPlayhouse, QPACMore than just a performance, Shen Yun is a taste of a world and a culture that can inspire us to be better.
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Queensland Ballet’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream Queensland Ballet A Midsummer Night’s Dream
12 - 27 AprPlayhouse, QPACExperience the wonder of Shakespeare in the whimsical A Midsummer Night’s Dream by Liam Scarlett.
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Eireborne
8 May 2024, 2pm & 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACEireborne’s Irish dance rock spectacular returns to Australia by popular demand!
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Queensland Ballet’s Coppélia Queensland Ballet Coppélia
7 - 22 JunPlayhouse, QPACA beautiful, life-like doll and two quarrelling young lovers create comic chaos in this spirited ballet.
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Bangarra Dance Theatre Horizon
8 - 17 AugPlayhouse, QPACFrom two of the world’s great First Nations comes Bangarra Dance Theatre’s first mainstage cross-cultural collaboration, Horizon.
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Queensland Ballet’s Coco Chanel: the Life of a Fashion Icon Queensland Ballet Coco Chanel: the Life of a Fashion Icon
4 - 19 OctPlayhouse, QPACTrailblazer. Icon. This evocative ballet explores one woman’s elusive rise to the top at any cost.
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Queensland Ballet’s The Lady of the Camellias performed by Shanghai Ballet Queensland Ballet The Lady of the Camellias
5 - 8 DecLyric Theatre, QPACThe Lady of the Camellias, featuring the Shanghai Ballet, will draw you into a world of love and tragedy in 19th century Paris.
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Queensland Ballet’s The Nutcracker Queensland Ballet The Nutcracker
13 - 21 DecLyric Theatre, QPACA sparkling winter wonderland awaits in the delightful holiday ballet that takes place one frosty Christmas Eve night.
Comedy
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Michael Palin, Graham Chapman, Eric Idle and Terry Jones in Monty Python and the Holy Grail. The Magic of Monty Python
13 - 27 JanCinema A, GOMA‘The Magic of Monty Python’ film program celebrates the films of iconic British comedy troupe Monty Python.
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An Unfunny Evening with Tim Minchin and his Piano Tour
27 Jan - 3 FebConcert Hall, QPACTim Minchin performs songs from his musicals and studio album.
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The Wharf Revue: Pride in Prejudice Photography by Ashley de Prazer The Wharf Revue: Pride In Prejudice
5 - 9 MarPlayhouse, QPACAfter a sell-out season in 2023 the comedy powerhouse that is The Wharf Revue is returning to Brisbane in 2024 with Pride in Prejudice.
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Live Music & Film: Häxan
5 AprCinema A, GOMABenjamin Christensen’s wickedly humorous 1922 docufiction traces the history of witches from the Middle Ages to the twentieth century.
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The Imperfects
11 Apr 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACThis isn’t just another podcast episode on stage, this is a celebration of vulnerability and connection with.
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The Underdogs Show Unmuzzled The Underdogs Show Unmuzzled
17 - 20 AprPlayhouse, QPACGet ready for a pawsitively unforgettable night of music, laughter, and tail-wagging fun!
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Aaron Chen – Funny Garden Aaron Chen – Funny Garden
4 May 2024, 7pm & 9:30pmConcert Hall, QPAC“You are allowed to put whatever you like in your blurb. It doesn’t even have to describe the show.” Aaron Chen
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Tom Gleeson – Gear
10 May 2024, 6:15pm & 8:45pmConcert Hall, QPACDon’t miss the chance to watch this gold-plated, live comedy superstar at his brand-new live show, Gear at QPAC's Concert Hall.
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Chelsea Handler
11 Jul 2024, 8pmPlayhouse, QPACComedian and television host, Chelsea Handler, will entertain audiences with her humour and candor.
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Kitty Flanagan LIVE!
13 Jul 2024, 8pmConcert Hall, QPACCatch Kitty Flanagan's encore of her brand-new show full of hard laughs, good times, handy hints and a catchy little tune about underpants.
What's on at
Acknowledgement of Traditional Custodians
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 gives strength, inspiration and courage to current and future generations, both First Nations and non-First Nations peoples, towards creating a better Queensland.