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Discovering Ancient Egypt
Until 17 Aug 2025Queensland Museum Kurilpa, BrisbaneJourney back through time to explore the mysteries, artistry and rituals from one of the world’s most captivating civilisations.
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Cobb+Co Hands-on Workshops 2024
2024Queensland Museum Cobb+Co, ToowoombaDiscover your inner artisan at our Hands-on Workshops, where you can learn traditional skills with a modern twist.
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Taste of QAGOMA: Tour and Lunch Experience
Until 31 March 2026GOMADiscover the history of the QAGOMA, explore key artworks, and enjoy a relaxing lunch at the GOMA Bistro by the river.
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Jon Ronson’s Psychopath Night 2024
24 Nov 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACJoin Jon Ronson in 2024 for an electrifying journey into the enigmatic world of psychopaths and the perplexing concept of normalcy
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Musica Viva Australia Musica Alchemica
20 Nov 2024, 7pmConservatorium Theatre, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith UniversityIntroducing Lina Tur Bonet, fearless violinist and musical imaginista, and leader of Musica Alchemica, her hand-picked ensemble of baroque experts.
Just announced
Coming Up
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An Evening with Dolly Alderton
17 Nov 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACSpend a heart-warming evening in the company of award-winning podcaster, author, screenwriter, and journalist Dolly Alderton.
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Changing the Conversation Words That Bind
19 Nov 2024, 7pmConcert Hall, QPACJoin us for a panel conversation about the transformative potential of language diversity as a tool for nation building and social inclusion.
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Musica Viva Australia Musica Alchemica
20 Nov 2024, 7pmConservatorium Theatre, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith UniversityIntroducing Lina Tur Bonet, fearless violinist and musical imaginista, and leader of Musica Alchemica, her hand-picked ensemble of baroque experts.
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Tribute to Duke Ellington – James Morrison and His Big Band
20 Nov 2024, 7pmConcert Hall, QPACSwing along to this very special Duke Ellington tribute to hear all his big band classics with international jazz maestro, James Morrison.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra Cinematic
22 - 23 Nov 2024Concert Hall, QPACLights, Camera, Action! Cinematic is back for a fifth year of film favourites with conductor and host Nicholas Buc.
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Insect Agency Curators Tour
22 - 23 Nov 2024Queensland Museum Tropics, TownsvilleExplore the mind-blowing diversity of shapes, colours and species of the insect world on this small group tour.
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Insect Agency
23 Nov 2024 - 16 Feb 2025Queensland Museum Tropics, TownsvilleFrom maintaining healthy ecosystems, pollinating our crops, to providing inspiration for new technologies, insects are six-legged superheroes.
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Jon Ronson’s Psychopath Night 2024
24 Nov 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACJoin Jon Ronson in 2024 for an electrifying journey into the enigmatic world of psychopaths and the perplexing concept of normalcy
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra Beethoven's Ode to Joy
28 - 30 Nov 2024Concert Hall, QPACUnder the baton of Chief Conductor Umberto Clerici, immerse yourself in Beethoven's exploration of human emotion, culminating in the glorious finale, Ode to Joy.
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Sensory Friendly: Discovering Ancient Egypt
28 Nov 2024 - 2 Aug 2025Queensland Museum Kurilpa, BrisbaneThese sessions offer a relaxed, supportive atmosphere for individuals on the autism spectrum or with other access needs to enjoy the museum.
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The Next 14 Seconds
28 - 29 Nov 2024Cremorne Theatre, QPACA collision of physical and visual languages, The Next 14 Seconds draws from the disciplines of dance, theatre, visual and sound design to explore a rich tapestry inspired by human evolution.
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Medici Concerts Viney-Grinberg Duo
30 Nov 2024, 3pmConservatorium Theatre, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith UniversityDon't miss the dynamic piano duo of Liam Viney and Anna Grinberg, known for their international performance profile and innovative collaborations.
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Temple Dinner
30 Nov 2024, 6:30pmQueensland Museum Kurilpa, BrisbaneJoin us for a truly unique dining experience set within the Temple of Taffeh gallery of the Discovering Ancient Egypt exhibit.
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The Lisa Gasteen National Opera Program Elsewhere – Songs About the Mediterranean ... Where the Oranges Grow
30 Nov 2024, 7pmThe Opera Space, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith UniversityHear songs by Schumann, Fanny Hensel, Strauss, Debussy, and Ravel, inspired first by Italy, then Spain, and the rest of the Mediterranean.
Seasons and Festivals
Family & Kids
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Queensland Theatre Round The Twist The Musical
Now PlayingPlayhouse, QPACA quintessentially Australian joyous celebration of oddballs and misfits – where if you stand out then you’ll fit right in!
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Discovering Ancient Egypt
Until 17 Aug 2025Queensland Museum Kurilpa, BrisbaneJourney back through time to explore the mysteries, artistry and rituals from one of the world’s most captivating civilisations.
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Insect Agency Curators Tour
22 - 23 Nov 2024Queensland Museum Tropics, TownsvilleExplore the mind-blowing diversity of shapes, colours and species of the insect world on this small group tour.
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Insect Agency
23 Nov 2024 - 16 Feb 2025Queensland Museum Tropics, TownsvilleFrom maintaining healthy ecosystems, pollinating our crops, to providing inspiration for new technologies, insects are six-legged superheroes.
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Sensory Friendly: Discovering Ancient Egypt
28 Nov 2024 - 2 Aug 2025Queensland Museum Kurilpa, BrisbaneThese sessions offer a relaxed, supportive atmosphere for individuals on the autism spectrum or with other access needs to enjoy the museum.
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A Christmas Carol
12 - 24 Dec 2024Playhouse, QPACThis December, the award-winning stage spectacle – Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol – is returning!
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Queensland Ballet The Nutcracker
13 - 21 Dec 2024Lyric Theatre, QPACA sparkling winter wonderland awaits in the delightful holiday ballet that takes place one frosty Christmas Eve night.
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Spirit of Christmas
20 - 21 Dec 2024Concert Hall, QPACAn occasion to rejoice and reflect on the year that has passed and embrace the season’s enduring message of Peace, Love and Joy.
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The Workshops Rail Museum Day Out with Thomas: The Bubble Tour
27 Dec 2024 - 26 Jan 2025Queensland 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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OPERATION OUCH LIVE: Quest for the Jurassic Fart!
6 - 8 Jan 2025Concert Hall, QPACTV’s favourite doctors return to QPAC this January with a gigantic brand-new show!
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360 ALLSTARS
10 - 19 Jan 2025Concert Hall, QPACBMX, basketball, breakdancing, acrobatics, drumming and more! This smash hit returns to QPAC bigger and better than ever before!
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Steve Backshall: Ocean
13 Jan 2025, 7pmConcert Hall, QPACA love letter to the most exciting environment on our planet and a great way to learn more about what we need to do to save our seas.
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Queensland Museum Rail Workshops Day Out with Thomas: The Bubble Tour: Sensory Friendly Day
15 Jan 2025, 9amQueensland Museum Rail Workshops, IpswichMeet Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends in the sensory friendly session these school holidays.
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Sensory Friendly: World Autism Awareness Day
2 Apr 2024, 8:15amQueensland Museum Kurilpa, BrisbaneThese sessions offer a relaxed, supportive atmosphere for individuals on the autism spectrum or with other access needs to enjoy the museum.
Theatre
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Edges
Until 16 Nov 2024Tony Gould Gallery, QPACEdges is a captivating song-cycle by Tony-nominated duo Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, exploring classic coming-of-age themes.
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Queensland Theatre Round The Twist The Musical
Now PlayingPlayhouse, QPACA quintessentially Australian joyous celebration of oddballs and misfits – where if you stand out then you’ll fit right in!
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Peter and the Starcatcher
From 14 Mar 2025Playhouse, QPACThis visually stunning production delves into the untold story of Neverland, featuring over 100 unforgettable characters, puppetry, live music, and technical wizardry.
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WICKED
Must Close 24 Nov 2024Lyric Theatre, QPACThe Broadway sensation WICKED looks at what happened in the Land of Oz… but from a different angle. Flying into the Lyric Theatre from September 2024.
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Prospero Arts Concert Series The Pirates of Penzance – In Concert
5 - 8 Dec 2024Concert Hall, QPACCelebrate 40 years of The Pirates of Penzance with a hilarious, semi-staged concert featuring iconic songs, a talented cast, and a full orchestra!
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A Christmas Carol
12 - 24 Dec 2024Playhouse, QPACThis December, the award-winning stage spectacle – Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol – is returning!
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SIX the Musical
2 Jan - 9 Feb 2025Playhouse, QPACDivorced. Beheaded. Live! Get Down with the Queens of SIX as they remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into this high-octane phenomenon.
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GREASE The Musical
4 Jan - 1 Feb 2025Lyric Theatre, QPACGREASE is back, in an all-new production, and it’s slicker, sexier, and more electrifying than ever before!
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The Wizard of Oz
24 - 25 Jan 2025Conservatorium Theatre, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith UniversitySee this heartwarming tale of friendship performed by the Brisbane City Youth Ballet at the Conservatorium Theatre.
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Sister Act
From 8 Feb 2025Lyric Theatre, QPACPraise be! The habit is coming to Brisbane. A musical sent from above, Sister Act is the brilliant, must-see show which raises the spirits and warms the soul time after time.
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Queensland Theatre Pride & Prejudice
20 Feb - 9 Mar 2025Playhouse, QPACA dazzling retelling of Pride & Prejudice, where Jane Austen’s timeless wit meets a luminous Queensland cast in a ode to romance and independence.
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Breaking the Castle
19 - 22 Mar 2025Cremorne Theatre, QPACThis extraordinary, often hilarious, true story about the indomitable nature of the human spirit is not to be missed.
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Queensland Theatre Calamity Jane
From 22 Mar 2025Bille Brown TheatreSaddle up for a wild ride in Deadwood as Calamity Jane’s untamed spirit bursts to life in a raucous, gritty stripped-back reimagining that’ll have you howling for more.
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The Dictionary of Lost Words
26 Apr - 10 May 2025Playhouse, QPACPip Williams’ New York Times bestseller The Dictionary of Lost Words is brought to vivid life in this wildly popular stage adaptation.
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Queensland Theatre Rhinestone Rex and Miss Monica
28 May - 21 Jun 2025Bille Brown TheatreA fiery David Williamson comedy where sparks fly, banter heats up, and opposites just might attract – don’t miss this hilarious clash of personalities!
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Queensland Theatre Dear Son
28 Jun - 19 Jul 2025Bille Brown TheatreA heartfelt celebration of First Nations fatherhood, culture, and strength, brought to life through powerful stories and music.
Music
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Tribute to Duke Ellington – James Morrison and His Big Band
20 Nov 2024, 7pmConcert Hall, QPACSwing along to this very special Duke Ellington tribute to hear all his big band classics with international jazz maestro, James Morrison.
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Allison Russell
23 Apr 2025, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACExperience Grammy-winning artist Allison Russell’s Brisbane debut for an evening of soulful music and powerful storytelling.
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10cc
16 July 2025, 8pmConcert Hall, QPACReturning to get audiences up on their feet, clapping, dancing and singing along to one of the most outstanding collections of eclectic hits!
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Opera Queensland Virgilio Marino
15 - 16 Nov 2024Opera Queensland StudioMarino returns to Brisbane promising an evening of unparalleled vocal virtuosity and emotional depth.
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Opera Queensland Group Vocal Workshops – Christmas Edition
Until 30 Nov 2024Opera Queensland StudioCelebrate Christmas through song with Opera Queensland.
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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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The Lisa Gasteen National Opera Program Elsewhere – Songs About the Mediterranean ... Where the Oranges Grow
30 Nov 2024, 7pmThe Opera Space, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith UniversityHear songs by Schumann, Fanny Hensel, Strauss, Debussy, and Ravel, inspired first by Italy, then Spain, and the rest of the Mediterranean.
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Prospero Arts Concert Series The Pirates of Penzance – In Concert
5 - 8 Dec 2024Concert Hall, QPACCelebrate 40 years of The Pirates of Penzance with a hilarious, semi-staged concert featuring iconic songs, a talented cast, and a full orchestra!
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Opera Queensland Adrian Strooper - A Window into Song
6 - 7 Dec 2024Opera Queensland StudioEnjoy some of the most famous and beautiful operatic arias and Lieder from pivotal productions and concerts.
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The Holiday in Concert
14 Dec 2024, 3pm & 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACDon’t miss the beloved Christmas romcom, The Holiday presented live in concert this festive season with the film’s legendary Hans Zimmer score played live-to-film by Southern Cross Symphony.
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Opera Scenes
14 Dec 2024, 7:30pmConservatorium Theatre, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith UniversityAn evening of love, laughter, drama and la dolce vita with The Lisa Gasteen National Opera Program.
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Spirit of Christmas
20 - 21 Dec 2024Concert Hall, QPACAn occasion to rejoice and reflect on the year that has passed and embrace the season’s enduring message of Peace, Love and Joy.
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Qld Pops Orchestra 40th Anniversary NYE Gala Concert
31 Dec 2024, 5pm & 9pmConcert Hall, QPACQld Pops takes the stage for Brisbane’s jewel in the crown: a special 40th Anniversary New Year’s Eve Gala Concert, returning in 2024.
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The Others
17 Jan 2025, 7pmConcert Hall, QPACPrepare for an extraordinary musical experience as Paul Grabowsky, James Morrison, Kram and William Barton deliver an unforgettable night.
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Max Richter – World Tour
10 - 11 Feb 2025Concert Hall, QPACSecond show just announced! Join Max Richter as he performs works from The Blue Notebooks and from his newly released album, In A Landscape.
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John Williamson 55 Years – My Travellin’ Days Are Done!
14 Feb 2025, 7pmConcert Hall, QPACJoin John Williamson as he celebrates 55 years in the music industry with an evening of True Blue entertainment.
Classical
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra Umberto & Natsuko
15 - 16 Nov 2024Concert Hall, QPACWitness QSO's powerhouse musicians Umberto and Natsuko take centre stage, performing works by Shubert, Brahms, Wagner and Strauss.
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Opera Queensland Group Vocal Workshops – Christmas Edition
Until 30 Nov 2024Opera Queensland StudioCelebrate Christmas through song with Opera Queensland.
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Musica Viva Australia Musica Alchemica
20 Nov 2024, 7pmConservatorium Theatre, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith UniversityIntroducing Lina Tur Bonet, fearless violinist and musical imaginista, and leader of Musica Alchemica, her hand-picked ensemble of baroque experts.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra Cinematic
22 - 23 Nov 2024Concert Hall, QPACLights, Camera, Action! Cinematic is back for a fifth year of film favourites with conductor and host Nicholas Buc.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra Beethoven's Ode to Joy
28 - 30 Nov 2024Concert Hall, QPACUnder the baton of Chief Conductor Umberto Clerici, immerse yourself in Beethoven's exploration of human emotion, culminating in the glorious finale, Ode to Joy.
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Medici Concerts Viney-Grinberg Duo
30 Nov 2024, 3pmConservatorium Theatre, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith UniversityDon't miss the dynamic piano duo of Liam Viney and Anna Grinberg, known for their international performance profile and innovative collaborations.
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The Lisa Gasteen National Opera Program Elsewhere – Songs About the Mediterranean ... Where the Oranges Grow
30 Nov 2024, 7pmThe Opera Space, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith UniversityHear songs by Schumann, Fanny Hensel, Strauss, Debussy, and Ravel, inspired first by Italy, then Spain, and the rest of the Mediterranean.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra Bach’s Christmas Oratorio
7 Dec 2024, 7:30pmConservatorium Theatre, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith UniversityCelebrate the festive season with Bach's sublime Christmas Oratorio, conducted by Benjamin Bayl.
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The Holiday in Concert
14 Dec 2024, 3pm & 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACDon’t miss the beloved Christmas romcom, The Holiday presented live in concert this festive season with the film’s legendary Hans Zimmer score played live-to-film by Southern Cross Symphony.
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Opera Scenes
14 Dec 2024, 7:30pmConservatorium Theatre, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith UniversityAn evening of love, laughter, drama and la dolce vita with The Lisa Gasteen National Opera Program.
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Qld Pops Orchestra 40th Anniversary NYE Gala Concert
31 Dec 2024, 5pm & 9pmConcert Hall, QPACQld Pops takes the stage for Brisbane’s jewel in the crown: a special 40th Anniversary New Year’s Eve Gala Concert, returning in 2024.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra Our Classical Favourites
8 - 9 Feb 2025Concert Hall, QPACCelebrating timeless beauty and energy, this is a favourites concert not to be missed.
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Max Richter – World Tour
10 - 11 Feb 2025Concert Hall, QPACSecond show just announced! Join Max Richter as he performs works from The Blue Notebooks and from his newly released album, In A Landscape.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra Clerici & Schaupp
14 Feb 2025, 11:30am & 7:30pmConservatorium Theatre, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith UniversityKarin Schaupp premieres Gerard Brophy’s Guitar Concerto.
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Singapore Symphony Orchestra: Romantic Masterpieces
16 Feb 2025, 3pmConcert Hall, QPACSingapore Symphony Orchestra, joined by teenage violin sensation Chloe Chua, make their highly anticipated Australian debut in February 2025.
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Australian Chamber Orchestra Brahms & Beethoven
17 Feb 2025, 7pmConcert Hall, QPACBrahms’s Violin Concerto and Beethoven’s Symphony No.7 form an epic opener to the Australian Chamber Orchestra’s 50th Anniversary Season.
Dance
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The Next 14 Seconds
28 - 29 Nov 2024Cremorne Theatre, QPACA collision of physical and visual languages, The Next 14 Seconds draws from the disciplines of dance, theatre, visual and sound design to explore a rich tapestry inspired by human evolution.
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Queensland Ballet The Lady of the Camellias
5 - 8 Dec 2024Lyric 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 The Nutcracker
13 - 21 Dec 2024Lyric Theatre, QPACA sparkling winter wonderland awaits in the delightful holiday ballet that takes place one frosty Christmas Eve night.
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Australasian Dance Collective Blue
14 - 17 May 2025Playhouse, QPACCelebrate 40 years of dance with Blue, a triple bill that honours the past, embraces the present, and looks boldly toward the future.
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Bangarra Dance Theatre Illume
1 - 9 Aug 2025Playhouse, QPACStep out of the shadows and into the phenomena of light to experience this new theatrical experience, drawing together music, visual arts and dance.
Comedy
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A Cracker Kransky Christmas
17 - 22 Dec 2024Cremorne Theatre, QPACThe Kransky Sisters are bringing the party back to QPAC with Christmas carols like you’ve never heard them before.
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Penn & Teller
29 Jan - 7 Feb 2025Concert Hall, QPACPenn & Teller will start their 50th anniversary in Australia in 2025 with a suite of brand-new mind-bending tricks.
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The Wharf Revue: The End Of The Wharf As We Know It
11 - 16 Feb 2025Playhouse, QPACAfter twenty-five years in the harsh and unforgiving spotlight of politics, The Wharf Revue is coming to an end.
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Kurtis Conner
12 Feb 2025, 7pmConcert Hall, QPACKurtis Conner brings The Goodfellow World Tour to QPAC in February 2025.
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Jeff Arcuri: Whole Wide World Tour
10 - 11 Mar 2025Concert Hall, QPACJeff Arcuri is on his way to QPAC with his tour, Whole Wide World Tour. Hurry, this will sell out!
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Rob Beckett: Giraffe
21 Oct 2025, 8pmConcert Hall, QPACComedian, presenter and panel-show superstar Rob Beckett announces new tour Giraffe.
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 give strength, inspiration and courage to current and future generations, both First Nations and non-First Nations peoples, towards creating a better Queensland.