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Just announced!
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Aaron Chen Aaron Chen
21 Sep 2026, 7:30pmConcert HallAward-winning comedian Aaron Chen is coming to tour the world with his new show, Technology. It deals with technology.
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Shel We Brisbane Festival Shel We
10 - 13 Sep 2026Cremorne TheatreOff-beat, upbeat and heartwarming, Shel We has delighted audiences of all ages!
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RocKwiz Rocks Brisbane Brisbane Festival RocKwiz Rocks Brisbane
12 Sep 2026, 7pmConcert HallRocKwiz returns to QPAC for a special night of unique entertainment with a tailor made Brisbane show!
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The Complete Bach Catalogue for Organ Brisbane Festival The Complete Bach Catalogue for Organ
13 Sep 2026, From 6amConcert HallRenowned Australian organist Calvin Bowman leads audiences through the complete organ works of Johann Sebastian Bach.
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Legends (of the Golden Arches) Brisbane Festival LEGENDS (of the Golden Arches)
17 - 20 Sep 2026Cremorne TheatreA rip-roaring ride into the depths of the Chinese afterlife.
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Ocean In Concert with David Attenborough Brisbane Festival Ocean In Concert with David Attenborough
17 Sep 2026, 6:30pmConcert HallExperience a live screening of the stunning nature documentary feature Ocean with David Attenborough, accompanied by Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra.
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Escape Brisbane Festival Escape
23 - 27 Sep 2026PlayhouseVisceral and high-octane, Escaoe blends complex, moving architectural structures with multi-talented performers to create a blood-pumping and emotional multimedia experience.
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Betsy Balloon and the Very Great Terrible Flood Image by Rachel McMillan Brisbane Festival Betsy Balloon and the Very Great Terrible Flood
23 - 26 Sep 2026Cremorne TheatreBetsy Balloon is a rambunctious modern fable presented with original music and illustration based on a story by Bill Manhire.
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An Evening with Li Cunxin An Evening with Li Cunxin
29 Sep 2026, 6:30pmConcert HallJoin Li Cunxin for a celebration of his new book The Lucky Son, the highly anticipated follow up to one of the world’s most beloved books, Mao's Last Dancer.
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Dave Burton, Aunty Sharron mirii Bell, Ngoc Phan, and David Morton.The Riddle of Washpool Gully: What Artist Am I? Panel Riddle of Washpool Gully: What Artist Am I? Panel
Watch NowDigital StageThis panel discussion invites students to meet a range of artists and gain insight into their creative careers, pathways, and practices
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Macy Gray Macy Gray Live – The Encore Tour
9 Oct 2026, 8pmConcert HallOne of the greatest R&B and soul artists of her generation, returns to Australia.
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QPAC Chamber Choir – Somebody to Love QPAC Chamber Choir Somebody to Love
11 Aug 2026, 7pmConcert HallGet ready for an electrifying musical evening as the QPAC Chamber Choir brings to life the iconic songs of Freddie Mercury and George Michael.
Glasshouse Theatre Hyundai Giveaway
Glasshouse Theatre Hyundai Giveaway
The Glasshouse Theatre is now open! To celebrate, we have teamed up with our Principal Partner Hyundai to give one lucky Glasshouse Theatre show booker the chance to win Hyundai’s all-new ELEXIO^.
What’s On
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Tubular Bells Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells
10 Jun 2026, 8pmConcert HallMike Oldfield’s iconic, seminal work will be performed by an expansive live group, led and arranged by Mike Oldfield’s long-term collaborator, Robin A. Smith.
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GRIMM – Tales from the Brothers Grimm GRIMM – Tales from the Brothers Grimm
Until 13 Jun 2026Cremorne TheatreHappily, ever after? Never. GRIMM, the smash‑hit, deliciously‑twisted, sold out production returns to QPAC’s Cremorne Theatre.
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Macbeth Macbeth
Now PlayingPlayhouseIn celebration of its 20th anniversary, revered production house Shake & Stir Theatre Co tackle Shakespeare’s most-gripping tragedy, Macbeth.
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London Symphony Orchestra In Conversation with Sir Simon Rattle
Watch NowDigital StageJoin London Symphony Orchestra Music Director conductor, Sir Simon Rattle in conversation with Martin Buzacott.
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Shikara Ringdahl, Nick Kirkup, Daniel Kramer and Sumi Jo performing on stage at Festival of Outback Opera 2025Peter Wallis Singing in the Night
Watch NowDigital StageExperience Opera like never before with this brand-new documentary from Opera Queensland.
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BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL
Now PlayingLyric TheatreBeetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice! Featuring a story and score that’s out of this Netherworld, don’t miss this touching show about making the most of every Day-O.
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Go Your Own Way: The Fleetwood Mac Legacy Go Your Own Way: The Fleetwood Mac Legacy
11 Jun 2026, 3pm & 7pmConcert HallDue to popular demand, a second show has been added! Don’t miss this spellbinding theatrical celebration of Fleetwood Mac, featuring an ensemble of world-class musicians.
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Morning Masterworks 3: Beethoven & Dvořák Queensland Symphony Orchestra Morning Masterworks 3: Beethoven & Dvořák
12 Jun 2026, 11:30amConcert HallExperience Dvořák’s radiant Cello Concerto and Beethoven’s iconic Symphony No.7 in this 90 minute concert.
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The Wiggles The Wiggles Live in Concert
12 - 14 Jun 2026Glasshouse TheatreDue to overwhelming demand new performances have been added! The Wiggles are back with a fun intimate live concert experience that will have the whole family singing, dancing, and laughing along!
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Maestro 4: Beethoven, Dvořák & Smetana Queensland Symphony Orchestra Maestro 4: Beethoven, Dvořák & Smetana
13 Jun 2026, 7:30pmConcert HallDon’t miss Dvořák’s radiant Cello Concerto, Beethoven’s iconic Symphony No.7 and Smetana’s Bartered Bride Overture.
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Carnival of the Animals Southern Cross Soloists Carnival of the Animals
14 Jun 2026, 3pmConcert HallCamille Saint-Saëns’ beloved Carnival of the Animals receives an Australian update in this thoughtful and heartfelt adaptation.
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Isles of Light Australian Chamber Orchestra Isles of Light
22 Jun 2026, 7pmConcert HallA genre-defying voyage from the pastoral majesty of Vaughan Williams to the experimental universe of Kate Bush, directed by British virtuoso Lawrence Power.
Seasons and Festivals
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Clancestry 2025Clancestry artwork by Casey Coolwell-Fisher Clancestry
Clancestry returns from 30 July to 8 August for an extraordinary celebration of First Nations storytelling, music, dance, art and culture.
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Brisbane Festival Brisbane Festival
Brisbane Festival returns this September with 25 days of theatre, music, dance, spectacle and celebration across the city. This year, QPAC plays host to some of the Festival’s most anticipated works.
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Southern Cross Soloists Southern Cross Soloists
Join the Southern Cross Soloists at QPAC in 2026 as they fill the Concert Hall with grace and beauty.
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Australian Brandenburg Orchestra Australian Brandenburg Orchestra
Step into the Brandenburg’s 2026 Season; where bold vision meets fresh energy and extraordinary artistry.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra 2026 Season Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Feel Every Note with a year of bold expression, deep connection and musical storytelling.
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Musica Viva Australia
Musica Viva Australia invites you to look to the sky in 2026 with a season to lift your spirits and expand your horizons.
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Queensland Theatre Company
Queensland Theatre Company’s 2026 Season champions work that gets under your skin and stays with you.
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Queensland Ballet 2026 Queensland Ballet
Queensland Ballet’s 2026 season curated under the artistic direction of Ivan Gil-Ortega, celebrates ballet’s power to connect – across generations, disciplines, and cultures.
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Camerata 2026 Season 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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Ensemble Q 2025 Ensemble Q
An exciting new series that takes audiences on a unique musical, visual and informative journey.
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ACO 2026 Australian Chamber Orchestra
As part of the 2026 National Concert Season audiences will discover, and rediscover, some of the greatest music ever written.
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Opera Queensland
This year's Opera Queensland's season showcases ambitious programming and fresh approaches to what opera can be.
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Queensland Youth Orchestras Queensland Youth Orchestras
A world class youth orchestra organisation based in Brisbane, Australia.
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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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Ballet Preljocaj – Swan LakePhotography: JC Carbonne QPAC International Series
Since 2009, QPAC International Series has welcomed some of the world’s finest performing arts companies – including Bolshoi Ballet, The Royal Ballet, Teatro alla Scala and returned in 2025 with Ballet Preljocaj – exclusive to Queensland.
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On the Banks On the Banks
In the heart of Brisbane/Meanjin, On the Banks hosted a stellar lineup of international and Australian acts to South Bank in February and March 2026.
Newsroom
Stay updated with our latest newsroom articles. Read them here.
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ClancestryLewis James Bin Doraho Culture, creativity, and family fun lead QPAC's Clancestry in 2026
Mon 18 May 2026QPAC has announced the free program of events for the iconic Clancestry festival, celebrating First Nations art and culture across the Centre in 2026.
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Death of a Salesman QPAC welcomes Death of a Salesman, starring Anthony LaPaglia
Tue 5 May 2026The Pulitzer Prize-winning classic, Death of a Salesman, will take to QPAC’s Lyric stage from 28 August to 6 September 2026, featuring Anthony LaPaglia.
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The Gospel According to Paul returns to QPAC's Playhouse
Tue 28 Apr 2026QPAC's Playhouse will welcome back Soft Tread Enterprises’ one-hander play about Paul Keating, The Gospel According to Paul, from 18 to 23 August 2026.
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SIX the Musical Australian Cast 26/27Cybele Malinowski New Australian Queens take the throne in SIX the Musical!
Tue 28 Apr 2026The international smash-hit phenomenon SIX the Musical makes its royal return to Brisbane from January 2027.
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PRAMKICKER by Sadie HaslerImage by Morgan Roberts Internationally acclaimed PRAMKICKER by Sadie Hasler comes to QPAC's Cremorne
Mon 20 Apr 2026QPAC will host MO Theatre’s production of the international hit PRAMKICKER by acclaimed playwright Sadie Hasler: a vulnerable, potty-mouthed love-letter to the modern woman, from 1 to 4 July 2026.
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Griffith University and the Power of Creativity
Wed 15 Apr 2026Griffith University partners with QPAC to connect education, creativity and industry practice, supporting the future of the arts.
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QPAC's deadly Clancestry festival returns this July and August
Mon 16 Mar 2026Clancestry festival, a celebration of First Nations arts and culture across an exciting program of concerts, workshops, theatre and children’s events, returns in 2026 from 30 July to 8 August.
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Shaggy in Sting's The Last ShipNienke de Groot Reggae icon Shaggy to jump aboard Sting's The Last Ship exclusively at QPAC
Mon 23 Feb 2026The international reggae icon, longtime friend and frequent Sting collaborator will join the cast of The Last Ship, performing exclusively in Brisbane’s new Glasshouse Theatre from 9 April to 3 May 2026.
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.
Creative Learning
Our team is dedicated to creating engaging and educational experiences for students of all ages and backgrounds.
First Nations
Our First Nations program is bold, resilient, and features fierce black work from local, regional and national First Nations artists.
Donate Today
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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.