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Just announced!
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World Science Festival Brisbane
Watch NowDigital StageEnjoy this tribute to the relentless spirit of scientific inquiry. Now available to stream free on Digital Stage.
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Hannah Gadsby – Woof!
27 Jul 2024, 4pm & 7pmConcert HallHannah has a lot to worry about. Then again, so do we all. Let’s worry together at Hannah’s new show, Woof!.
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Zeppelin Soars Again
27 Sep 2024, 8pmConcert HallZeppelin Soars Again into QPAC’s Concert Hall with the Zep Boys and the 35-piece Kashmir Orchestra!
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Australian True Crime LIVE
20 Jul 2024, 6pmCremorne TheatreThink nothing ever happens in your town? Think again as Meshel Laurie brings the Australian True Crime podcast LIVE to QPAC.
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No Such Thing As A Fish
8 Nov 2024, 8pmConcert HallThe gang are heading around the world to celebrate 10 years of podcasting with their Thundernerds tour.
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Eric Idle – Always Look on the Bright Side of Life, Live!
6 Nov 2024, 8pmConcert HallDon’t miss this unforgettable evening with comedy legend Eric Idle.
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Joanna Lumley ‘Me & My Travels’
9 Oct 2024, 7:30pmConcert HallThe legendary Joanna Lumley will embark on her first ever live tour of Australia with her new show ‘Me & My Travels’.
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The Irish Tenors 25th Anniversary Tour
25 Sep 2024, 7pmConcert HallThe Irish Tenors have been the acknowledged Celtic music kings and now Australian audiences have the opportunity to experience the delightful sound of pure tenor harmony at QPAC’s Concert Hall.
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Australian Brandenburg Orchestra Handel’s House
10 Sep 2024, 7pmConcert HallMaking her highly anticipated Australian debut with the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra Yukie Sato enters Handel’s House and makes it her own.
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Axion Esti and Masterworks
5 Jun 2024, 7pmConcert HallWitness a breathtaking celebration of the works of composer Mikis Theodorakis and Nobel Prize-winning poet Odysseas Elytis.
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Laufey – Bewitched: The Goddess Tour
11 Sep 2024, 8pmConcert HallGrammy Award-winning Icelandic-Chinese artist Laufey brings her highly anticipated Bewitched: The Goddess Tour to QPAC’s Concert Hall!
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David Helfgott – Farewell Tour
28 Jul 2024, 2pmConcert HallDavid Helfgott returns to bid a fond farewell to his legion of loyal fans.
What’s On
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Black Box
Must close 19 MayCremorne TheatreThis ground-breaking new Australian musical tells the story of David Warren who invented the black box flight recorder that is now on every plane.
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RBG: Of Many, One
Now PlayingPlayhouseSuzie Miller's smash-hit production tells the story of the indomitable Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
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Beauty and the Beast the Musical
Now PlayingLyric TheatreFinal weeks released from 22 May to 9 June for Disney’s enchanting new musical. Plus extra matinees added for the April school holidays.
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Free The World From Above
QPAC TunnelPose against stylized wings, capture moments, and share your soaring selfies #atqpac. Lightness. Possibility. Perspective.
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Australian Chamber Orchestra Mahler’s Song of the Earth
20 May 2024, 7pmConcert HallStuart Skelton and Catherine Carby star in this extraordinary encounter with Mahler’s monumental song cycle.
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Max Amini Live in Brisbane!
21 May 2024, 7pmConcert HallJoin Max Amini as he unleashes his trademark wit and charm and spot-on impressions; a guaranteed joyride from start to finish!
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Camerata Camerata & Karin Schaupp: Serenade
22 May 2024, 7:30pmConcert HallFeaturing Australia guitar virtuoso, Karin Schaupp this performance showcases two exquisite pieces of music for guitar and strings.
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Missy Higgins – The Second Act Tour 2024
23 May - 6 Jun 2024Concert HallBeloved Australian singer-songwriter Missy Higgins will be back at QPAC's Concert Hall for her Second Act Tour!
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Queensland Youth Symphony Modern Masterpieces
25 May 2024, 7pmConcert HallBe the first to experience the world premiere of Paul Dean's Symphony No. 2. Dedicated to the Queensland Youth Symphony.
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Ari Shaffir
31 May 2024, 8pmConcert HallAri puts on a hilarious show with all new material and he brings amazing openers. So it’s just a really funny night of legit mainstream stand-up at QPAC’s Concert Hall.
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Dead Puppet Society The Wider Earth by David Morton
Rent NowDigital StageAn ensemble cast, remarkable puppetry and cinematic projections. Don't miss this gripping tale behind one of the most important discoveries in history.
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Southern Cross Soloists Perfumes of the East
2 Jun 2024, 3pmConcert HallEmbark on a sensory voyage into the realm of the exotic with this vibrant musical tapestry.
Seasons and Festivals
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Clancestry
Clancestry returns this year from 30 July with a program of First Nations arts and culture at QPAC.
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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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Changing the Conversation
A series of thought-provoking discussions that explores and challenges our understandings of Australian identity.
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Queensland Ballet
Luminous, bold, and bright, Queensland Ballet's 2024 Season presents colourful characters and stories from literature, history, and imagination.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Discover Queensland Symphony Orchestra's 2024 Season, which centres on Romanticism with music by the great German Romantics - Mahler, Strauss, Brahms, Mendelssohn and Schumann.
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Musica Viva Australia
Musica Viva Australia's 2024 embraces how difference ignites creativity with seven national tours.
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Southern Cross Soloists
A musical voyage that delves into the concept of romanticism.
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Australian Chamber Orchestra
Experience the thrill of live music like never before with the Australian Chamber Orchestra in 2024.
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Opera Queensland
Opera Queensland's 2024 Season showcases ambitious programming and fresh approaches to what opera can be.
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Queensland Theatre
The 2024 Season is here and it’s bursting with feeling! It will take you on an emotional journey of betrayal, courage, longing, rage, trust and love before sending you ‘round the twist.
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World Science Festival Brisbane
Ask, and answer, some of the biggest questions facing humankind.
Newsroom
Stay updated with our latest newsroom articles. Read them here.
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SIX the Musical crowns its new Australian Queens!
SIX the Musical, the global phenomenon which has taken the world by storm, has announced its new Australian cast!
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Behind the Curtain: Manager – Technical Training
Graham Menzies, QPAC’s Manager of Technical Training, plays a pivotal role in educating technical staff – both future and current. We chatted to Graham to find out more about his role, the importance of technical training in the performing arts and his advice for those looking to get involved.
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Axion Esti and Masterworks
In a stunning one-night-only concert event, the internationally acclaimed works of Greek composer Mikis Theodorakis and Nobel Prize-winning poet Odysseas Elytis will come to life in Axion Esti and Masterworks.
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An Evening with Vika & Linda
The powerful voices of Vika & Linda Bull, one of Australia’s most loved vocal duos of their generation, will fill the Concert Hall QPAC on Tuesday 9 July 2024.
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Acclaimed First Nations artists gather for music and storytelling in Warriors
The world premiere of the First Nations contemporary music event Warriors has been announced as part of Clancestry 2024.
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Ensemble Q's The Trout
The program showcased five quintets, offering the audience a journey through a spectrum of emotions and musical landscapes.
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The smash hit Tina-The Tina Turner Musical previews in Brisbane commence June 29 at QPAC
The musical reveals a comeback story like no other, of a woman who dared to defy the bounds of her age, gender and race to become the global Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll.
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Bangarra Dance Theatre's Waru to make a splash in QPAC's Playhouse this June
Bangarra Dance Theatre will bring its work for children, Waru – journey of the small turtle to QPAC this June.
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 exploration, inspiration, and creativity.
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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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Behind the Scenes
Our Behind the Scenes series takes you on an exclusive journey into the heart of QPAC, where the magic of the stage comes to life.
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Projects and Events
QPAC is more than a venue; it's a creative hub where communities come together to celebrate, learn, and grow through the transformative power of the arts.
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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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Digital Stage
Digital Stage provides a platform for a diverse range of performances, bringing the arts beyond the theatre walls.
Support
At QPAC, we believe that the arts have the power to transform lives, inspire creativity, and build vibrant communities.
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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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Partnerships
Our Partners help us continue to inspire, educate, and entertain Queensland and beyond.
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Philanthropy
Help us to expand the impact of our work and contribute towards a vibrant, inclusive and connected Queensland.
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Friends of QPAC
Designed to immerse you in the heart of our vibrant world of live performances. Join us on a journey to celebrate our collective passion for the arts.
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Support
Support QPAC to help nurture and celebrate Queensland's rich artistic heritage while fostering innovation and creativity for the future.
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