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Fat Freddy’s Drop On the Banks Fat Freddy’s Drop
5 Mar 2027, From 6pmCultural Forecourt, South BankFat Freddy’s Drop celebrate their 21st anniversary with an euphoric, diaphragm-wrecking night of genre-bending sounds at On the Banks.
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Pete Murray On the Banks Pete Murray
13 Mar 2027, From 4pmCultural Forecourt, South BankJoin Pete Murray, one of Australia’s most successful singer-songwriters as he brings his stunning catalogue of hits to On the Banks.
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Kasabian On the Banks Kasabian
24 Feb 2027, From 6pmCultural Forecourt, South BankUK rock band Kasabian are bringing their brand-new chapter Act III to On the Banks.
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Australian Girls Choir Australian Girls Choir – Annual Concert 2026
15 Nov 2026, 2:30pm & 6pmConcert HallThe Australian Girls Choir present a spectacular showcase of song and dance at their 2026 Annual Concert.
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Amyl and The Sniffers On the Banks Amyl and The Sniffers
26 Feb 2027, From 6pmCultural Forecourt, South BankDon’t miss Amyl and The Sniffers’ feral live energy and razor-sharp songwriting at On the Banks.
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The Princess Proms ConcertArtwork developed for promoter EV Productions Ltd using AI-assisted tools under human direction. Design by Mega-Events. The Princess Proms Concert
7 Apr 2027, 2:30pm & 6:30pmConcert HallPrepare for a show stopping performance as Princess Proms pay tribute to the iconic, heart-warming and nostalgic songs from animations.
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Australian Youth Orchestra Australian Youth Orchestra
11 July 2027, 3pmConcert HallGustav Mahler set out to create a symphony that contained “the whole world”, the Australian Youth Orchestra performs his first symphony dubbed Titan.
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The Curious Case of Benjamin Button The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
8 - 31 Oct 2027PlayhouseFor the very first time outside London and New York, the three-time Olivier Award-winning musical The Curious Case of Benjamin Button arrives in October 2027 for a strictly limited time.
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Once Once
From 2 Jan 2027Cremorne TheatreAudiences will be falling slowly for this tender tale of human connection and the power of music to bind us.
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The Holiday in Concert The Holiday in Concert
12 - 13 Dec 2026Concert HallNew show added! Don't miss beloved Christmas romcom The Holiday (2006) live in concert at QPAC's Concert Hall this festive season, with Hans Zimmer's iconic score performed live-to-film by Southern Cross Symphony.
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QPAC Discovery Tour
20 Nov 2026 - 26 Feb 2027QPACQPAC Discovery Tours are the perfect way to immerse yourself in the rich performing arts culture of Queensland.
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An Iliad Queensland Theatre Company An Iliad
25 Feb - 14 Mar 2027PlayhouseAward-winning star David Wenham brings Homer’s myth of the Trojan War to life in this electrifying collision of epic storytelling & live music.
What’s On
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Maestro 8: Scheherazade Queensland Symphony Orchestra Maestro 8: Scheherazade
16 - 17 Oct 2026Concert HallAn evening of storytelling featuring Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade, Grieg’s folk-tinged Piano Concerto and Ella Macens’ Release.
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An Evening in Concert – 2nd Year Musical Theatre Students Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre An Evening in Concert – 2nd Year Musical Theatre Students
16 - 17 Oct 2026Tony Gould GalleryCelebrate the progress of the second year musical theatre students with their first public performances.
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Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)Featuring the West End cast Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)
Must close 18 Oct 2026PlayhouseFinal shows on sale now! Experience this five-star comedy sensation as five fearless women bring Austen’s world of love, class and chaos to life.
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ANASTASIA the Musical ANASTASIA the Musical
Must close 18 Oct 2026Lyric TheatreDon’t miss your chance to experience the international sensation that has captured hearts across Australia before it closes on Sunday, 18 October!
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Piano Bar
Friday & Saturday Evenings, From 9:30pmQPACEnjoy our intimate Piano Bar, offering a truly enchanting post-theatre experience.
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Fiddler on the Roof featuring the original West End castPhotography by Marc Brenner Fiddler on the Roof
Now PlayingGlasshouse TheatreDon’t miss this critically acclaimed production direct from the West End featuring an exuberant celebration of love and life.
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Live at Melbourne Street Green Live at Melbourne Street Green
Friday Evenings, From 5:30pmMelbourne Street GreenLive Acts. Local Talent. Free on Fridays. This is the perfect way to kickstart your weekend with a weekly program of free performances.
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First Nations Storytelling: Caring for Country Workshop
Artists in ClassroomsTrevor Fourmile and Nadine McDonald-Dowd guide students in an exploration of storytelling as a dynamic and living cultural practice vital to First Nations and Torres Strait Islander stories.
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sacred and profane. Bridie Hooper in INGRESS.Photo Credit: Cecilia Martin Southern Cross Soloists sacred and profane
18 Oct 2026, 3pmConcert HallBach’s sacred beauty meets modern circus as the Southern Cross Soloists for a bold fusion of music and movement.
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Pekka Kuusisto: Legends & Luminaries Australian Chamber Orchestra Pekka Kuusisto: Legends & Luminaries
19 Oct 2026, 7pmConcert HallSingular artist Pekka Kuusisto makes his long-awaited return to direct the Australian Chamber Orchestra in music that transcends age and time.
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An Evening Without Kate Bush
21 - 24 Oct 2026Cremorne TheatrePaying a glorious tribute to the music, fans and mythology of one of the most influential voices in pop music.
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Cinematic: The Wonder of Animation Queensland Symphony Orchestra Cinematic: The Wonder of Animation
23 - 24 Oct 2026Concert HallHear film scores from animations that captured your heart – from Beauty and the Beast, Toy Story, Up and more.
Seasons and Festivals
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On the Banks On the Banks
In the heart of Brisbane/Meanjin, On the Banks returns in 2027 featuring a stellar lineup of international and Australian acts.
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Queensland Ballet Queensland Ballet
Queensland Ballet’s 2027 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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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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Queensland Theatre Company
Queensland Theatre Company’s 2027 Season champions work that gets under your skin and stays with you.
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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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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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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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Australian Chamber Orchestra 2027 Australian Chamber Orchestra
As part of the 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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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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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.
Newsroom
Stay updated with our latest newsroom articles. Read them here.
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On the Banks 2026 Bernard FanningKelsey Doyle On the Banks is back in 2027!
Thu 15 Oct 2026Following a triumphant debut this year, QPAC and South Bank Corporation have revealed more acts for the return of On the Banks, bringing contemporary music to the riverside in February and March 2027.
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The Curious Case of Benjamin Button heads to Australia and New Zealand for the first time in 2027
Mon 12 Oct 2026For the first time outside of London and New York, three-time Olivier Award-winning musical, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, will begin its next chapter, with a major tour of New Zealand and Australia from May finishing at Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) in October 2027.
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Once Beloved Irish musical Once set to charm audiences in Brisbane debut
Fri 9 Oct 2026A new revival of the eight-time Tony Award-winning musical, Once, will make its Brisbane debut in the Cremorne Theatre from 2 January 2027
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Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show Wackadoo! Bluey, Bingo, Chilli, Bandit and friends are coming to QPAC in 2027!
Fri 9 Oct 2026Get ready for giggles, games and a whole lot of Heeler fun! Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show brings Australia’s favourite family to life in a performance packed with music, imagination and big heart.
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TechConnect Program Update
Mon 28 Sept 2026From lighting and audio to staging and venue operations, TechConnect trainees are gaining hands-on experience, growing in confidence and building industry connections. -
James Kerwin conducting QPAC’s first Deaf-led tour at the QPAC 40 Open Day Five Minutes with James Kerwin
Thu 24 Sept 2026James Kerwin is a mime artist, teacher, and actor. We chatted with James to learn more about his career, his passion for the performing arts and the importance of accessible experiences.
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Meet Tech Connect Trainee Nova Blakley
Mon 14 Sept 2026Nova Blakley is building skills in wardrobe and costume repair at QPAC, bringing curiosity, creativity and a passion for theatre to every production. -
Tech Connect Spotlight: Amy Ward in Townsville
Mon 14 Sept 2026Amy Ward is gaining hands-on experience across audio, lighting, staging and venue operations at Townsville Civic Theatre while helping build the future of regional technical production.
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
Donate to the QPAC Foundation and help us to ensure that everyone can experience the best in performing arts.
Partnerships
Our Partners help us continue to inspire, educate, and entertain Queensland and beyond.
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.
Queensland Members of the National Performing Arts Partnership Framework
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Queensland Ballet 
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