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An Evening with Thomas Erikson An Evening with Thomas Erikson
23 Jun 2025, 7:30pmConcert HallJoin international bestselling author of the worldwide phenomenon Surrounded by Idiots, Thomas Erikson for an evening of humour, transformation and empowerment.
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The Wiggles Bouncing Balls Tour! The Wiggles Bouncing Balls Tour!
4 - 6 Apr 2025Concert HallDue to popular demand, new shows have been released! Experience the magic of this interactive live show set to spark creativity, curiosity and a love of learning.
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Iliza: The Get Ready Tour Iliza: The Get Ready Tour
24 Apr 2025, 7pm & 9:30pmConcert HallDue to popular demand, a second show has been added to Comedy sensation Iliza Shlesinger’s The Get Ready Tour! Don’t miss this fun evening of comedy!
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RocKwiz Live RocKwiz Live
26 Apr 2025, 7:30pmConcert HallFresh off a triumphant national tour, the RocKwiz gang are back for what is sure to be a wild night of entertainment.
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Where is the Green Sheep? QPAC’s Out of the Box Where is the Green Sheep?
17 - 22 Jun 2025PlayhouseMonkey Baa Theatre Company’s world premiere, is an immersive visual theatre experience based on the beloved children’s book by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek.
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The Gruffalo QPAC’s Out of the Box The Gruffalo
17 - 22 Jun 2025Lyric TheatreAfter sell-out seasons across the world, including London’s West End and Broadway, The Gruffalo returns to QPAC for songs, laughs and scary fun.
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Little Chefs Cooking Workshops QPAC’s Out of the Box Little Chefs Cooking Workshops
17 - 21 Jun 2025Lyrebird RestaurantCalling all Little Chefs! Get ready for a delicious adventure where your child can learn the joy of cooking while creating fun, healthy recipes.
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For Mothers QPAC’s Out of the Box For Mothers
17 - 21 Jun 2025Lyric LoungeFor Mothers is a creative and cultural project that supports mothers and their babies during the first 1000 days, led by global Indigenous artists Lia Pa’apa’a and Johannah Maza.
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Mindful Me Health & Wellbeing Workshop QPAC’s Out of the Box Mindful Me Health & Wellbeing Workshops
17 - 22 Jun 2025Concert Hall Balcony FoyerThrough guided meditation exercises, children will learn how to quiet their minds, improve focus and enhance emotional awareness.
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Green Sheep: You and Me Workshop QPAC’s Out of the Box Green Sheep: You and Me Workshop
17 - 21 Jun 2025Playhouse Rear StageShare a gentle, imaginative experience with your child in this hands-on workshop, exploring the mystery of Where is the Green Sheep?.
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State Library Scavenger Hunt QPAC’s Out of the Box State Library Scavenger Hunt
17 - 22 Jun 2025State Library of QueenslandAre you a keen explorer? Are you a master of puzzles? Then get excited and jump into our scavenger hunt at the State Library of Queensland.
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Art Box for Kids: Mandy Quadrio QPAC’s Out of the Box Art Box for Kids: Mandy Quadrio
17 - 22 Jun 2025Gallery 1.4, GOMAPeople have been using Tasmanian bull kelp as a material for thousands of years. Create your own unique paper carrier to hold your special treasures at GOMA.
What’s On
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Queensland Theatre – Pride & Prejudice Queensland Theatre Pride & Prejudice
Now PlayingPlayhouseA 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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Sister Act main image featuring Casey Donovan, Genevieve Lemon & Rhonda Burchmore Sister Act
Now PlayingLyric TheatrePraise 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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The Anniversary of the National Apology The Anniversary of the National Apology
Watch NowConcert Hall FoyerRemembering the impact of past government policies of forced child removal and Indigenous assimilation and of an important moment in the country’s history.
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Sister Act Friends of QPAC Special Event Sister Act: The Power of Song
1 Mar 2025, 5pmCremorne TheatreAn inspiring panel discussion that delves into the profound impact of group and community music on both individual and collective wellbeing.
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Nils Frahm – Music for Brisbane Nils Frahm – Music for Brisbane
2 Mar 2025, 8pmConcert HallCelebrated German musician, Nils Frahm, brings his captivating neoclassical and electronic Music For live show to QPAC!
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La Cenerentola (Cinderella) Opera Queensland La Cenerentola (Cinderella)
4 & 8 Mar 2025Concert HallA tale of heart and humour full of clever disguises, unlikely heroes, a midnight ball and the kindness of one very determined young woman.
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An Evening In Concert An Evening In Concert
5 - 8 Mar 2025Tony Gould GalleryAn evening of song from the talented third-year Musical Theatre students of Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University.
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Is That You, Ruthie?
6 - 15 Mar 2025Cremorne TheatreA raw and heartfelt portrayal of two souls navigating the depths of their shared history, adapted for stage by Leah Purcell.
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Cat Power Cat Power Sings Dylan: The 1966 Royal Albert Hall Concert
12 Mar 2025, 7:30pmConcert HallAlmost 59 years to the day, Cat Power will perform Bob Dylan’s fabled and transformative 1966 Royal Albert Hall Concert set.
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Camerata & Brendan Joyce: Schumann Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra Camerata & Brendan Joyce: Schumann
13 Mar 2025, 7:30pmConcert HallCamerata’s Artistic Director Brendan Joyce on solo violin in a symphonic concert, featuring Camerata’s wind, brass, and percussion sections.
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Peter and the Starcatcher Peter and the Starcatcher
14 Mar - 6 Apr 2025PlayhouseThis 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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QSO Barber & Prokofiev Queensland Symphony Orchestra Barber & Prokofiev
14 - 15 Mar 2025Concert HallSetting the stage for the 2025 Maestro Season, Barber & Prokofiev offers up three daring works, each different and powerful.
Seasons and Festivals
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Discover Queensland Symphony Orchestra's 2025 Season, which centres on the 20th Century.
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Southern Cross Soloists 2025 Season Southern Cross Soloists
Join the Southern Cross Soloists on their Pearl Anniversary, as they celebrate 30 years of joy, creativity and connection.
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Opera Queensland 2025 Season Opera Queensland
This year's Opera Queensland's season showcases ambitious programming and fresh approaches to what opera can be.
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Clancestry
Clancestry returned in July 2024 with a program of First Nations arts and culture at QPAC.
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Queensland Youth Orchestra Queensland Youth Orchestra
A world class youth orchestra organisation based in Brisbane, Australia.
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Class of 2024 Musical Theatre Showcase Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre
Be witness to the stars of the future as the students from the Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre (QAEMT).
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Out of the Box Festival
Out of the Box is a biennial festival for children eight years and under, held at QPAC from 17 - 22 June 2025.
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World Science Festival Brisbane World Science Festival Brisbane
Ask, and answer, some of the biggest questions facing humankind.
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Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake Photography: JC Carbonne Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake
Ballet Preljocaj returns to Australia in 2025 as part of the QPAC International Series with Swan Lake.
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Queensland Theatre 2025 Queensland Theatre
The 2025 Season promises world premieres, award-winning works, big-name artists, Queensland stars and unmissable storytelling.
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Ensemble Q 2025 Ensemble Q
An exciting new series that takes audiences on a unique musical, visual and informative journey.
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MVA 2025 Musica Viva Australia
Musica Viva Australia's season embraces how difference ignites creativity with seven national tours.
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Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra Alex Jamieson Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra
Join Camerata for a season of uniquely inspiring music with their trademark innovation, passion, and energy, all with no conductor in sight.
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Brisbane Festival 2024 Brisbane Festival
Boldly Brisbane at its heart, Brisbane Festival makes the impossible possible for three weeks each spring.
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Australian Chamber Orchestra Australian Chamber Orchestra
In 2025 the world-renowned Australian Chamber Orchestra celebrates 50 years of pushing boundaries, igniting curiosity, transcending the ordinary and leading the way.
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Changing the Conversation
A series of thought-provoking discussions that explores and challenges our understandings of Australian identity.
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Queensland Ballet Queensland Ballet
Love, seduction, wonder and joy – Queensland Ballet's Season 2025 is one for lovers of stories, music, and ballet.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Discover Queensland Symphony Orchestra's 2025 Season, which centres on the 20th Century.
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Southern Cross Soloists 2025 Season Southern Cross Soloists
Join the Southern Cross Soloists on their Pearl Anniversary, as they celebrate 30 years of joy, creativity and connection.
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Opera Queensland 2025 Season Opera Queensland
This year's Opera Queensland's season showcases ambitious programming and fresh approaches to what opera can be.
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Clancestry
Clancestry returned in July 2024 with a program of First Nations arts and culture at QPAC.
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Queensland Youth Orchestra Queensland Youth Orchestra
A world class youth orchestra organisation based in Brisbane, Australia.
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Class of 2024 Musical Theatre Showcase Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre
Be witness to the stars of the future as the students from the Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre (QAEMT).
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Out of the Box Festival
Out of the Box is a biennial festival for children eight years and under, held at QPAC from 17 - 22 June 2025.
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World Science Festival Brisbane World Science Festival Brisbane
Ask, and answer, some of the biggest questions facing humankind.
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Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake Photography: JC Carbonne Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake
Ballet Preljocaj returns to Australia in 2025 as part of the QPAC International Series with Swan Lake.
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Queensland Theatre 2025 Queensland Theatre
The 2025 Season promises world premieres, award-winning works, big-name artists, Queensland stars and unmissable storytelling.
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Ensemble Q 2025 Ensemble Q
An exciting new series that takes audiences on a unique musical, visual and informative journey.
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MVA 2025 Musica Viva Australia
Musica Viva Australia's season embraces how difference ignites creativity with seven national tours.
Newsroom
Stay updated with our latest newsroom articles. Read them here.
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QPAC's beloved Out of the Box makes a comeback in 2025
Wed 19 Feb 2025QPAC will be bursting at the seams with children eight years and under when the much-loved Out of the Box festival returns to take over the entire venue from 17 to 22 June 2025.
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Charlee Danilczak and Layla Schillert Pete Wallis All-Star Team Announced for Cirque Alice at QPAC
Tue 18 Feb 2025The all-star team of the world premiere of Cirque Alice, which comprises some of the best creatives and acrobatic acts from around the globe, has been announced.
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Frankenstein Shake & Stir Theatre Co. returns its epic stage adaptation of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein to QPAC
Mon 17 Feb 2025Following acclaimed seasons in Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney, Shake & Stir Theatre Co. is bringing their electrifying stage adaptation of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein back to the Playhouse at QPAC.
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Hollywood's Ultimate Rom-Com to make Australian debut in Brisbane
Fri 14 Feb 2025Broadway and West End smash hit musical PRETTY WOMAN: The Musical, based on the much-loved iconic film starring Julia Roberts and Richard Gere, will make its Australian debut at QPAC in Brisbane in October 2025.
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Arcare Aged Care Arcare QPAC and Arcare Aged Care: cultural connection and belonging through the performing arts
Tue 4 Feb 2025QPAC is proud to welcome Arcare Aged Care as a Major Partner of QPAC and Digital Stage to assist in sharing the joy of the performing arts into homes, classrooms, and aged care facilities.
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Acclaimed Is That You, Ruthie?, written and directed by Leah Purcell, returns to QPAC
Wed 22 Jan 2025Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) in association with Oombarra Productions will present the return season of the must-see play Is That You, Ruthie?, adapted for the stage by Leah Purcell, in the Cremorne Theatre from 6 to 15 March 2025.
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QPAC's and Hyundai Motor Company Australia: a Partnership of Creativity and Innovation
Wed 18 Dec 2024QPAC and Hyundai Motor Company Australia (HMCA) have been firm friends since 2016, so we couldn’t be happier to announce that Hyundai recently renewed our partnership for another three years.
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Rodrigo y Gabriela Rodrigo y Gabriela to bring genre-defying sound to QPAC in April
Tue 26 Nov 2024Grammy Award-winning guitar virtuosos Rodrigo y Gabriela will bring their acclaimed live performance to QPAC on 13 April 2025.
Support and Engage
Through outreach programs and community events, we strive to create connections and foster a sense of belonging within our community. We invite you to join us on this journey of transformation, inspiration, and creativity.
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Artist: Jennifer Kent Quandamooka | Jinibara | Darumbal First Nations
Our First Nations program is bold, resilient, and features fierce black work from local, regional and national First Nations artists.
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Donate Today
Donate to QPAC today and become a beacon of support for the arts. Your contribution matters, and your impact is profound.
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Schools
Our team is dedicated to creating memorable and educational experiences for students of all ages and backgrounds.
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Projects and Events
QPAC is a creative hub where communities come together to celebrate, learn, and grow through the transformative power of the arts.
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Partnerships
Our Partners help us continue to inspire, educate, and entertain Queensland and beyond.
Hidden Disability Sunflower Program

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower
To support and raise awareness of patrons with a non-visible disability QPAC is a proud member of the international Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program. Wearing a Sunflower is voluntary. By choosing to wear a Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, such as a lanyard or badge you can signal to our staff that you may need assistance or a little extra time during your visit.
To purchase your Sunflower ahead of your visit to QPAC and for more information, please visit Hidden Disability Sunflower.
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.