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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.

  • Brisbane Festival

    Brisbane Festival

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    4 – 26 Sep 2026

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  • Escape

    Brisbane Festival Escape

    23 - 27 Jun 2026
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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 2026

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  • Ocean In Concert with David Attenborough

    Brisbane Festival Ocean In Concert

    17 Sep 2026, 6:30pm

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  • RocKwiz Rocks Brisbane

    Brisbane Festival RocKwiz Rocks Brisbane

    12 Sep 2026, 7pm

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Just announced!

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  • Aaron Chen

    Aaron Chen

    21 Sep 2026, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    Award-winning comedian Aaron Chen is coming to tour the world with his new show, Technology. It deals with technology.

  • Shel We

    Brisbane Festival Shel We

    10 - 13 Sep 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    Off-beat, upbeat and heartwarming, Shel We has delighted audiences of all ages!

  • RocKwiz Rocks Brisbane

    Brisbane Festival RocKwiz Rocks Brisbane

    12 Sep 2026, 7pm
    Concert Hall

    RocKwiz returns to QPAC for a special night of unique entertainment with a tailor made Brisbane show!

  • The Complete Bach Catalogue for Organ

    Brisbane Festival The Complete Bach Catalogue for Organ

    13 Sep 2026, From 6am
    Concert Hall

    Renowned Australian organist Calvin Bowman leads audiences through the complete organ works of Johann Sebastian Bach.

  • Legends (of the Golden Arches)

    Brisbane Festival LEGENDS (of the Golden Arches)

    17 - 20 Sep 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    A rip-roaring ride into the depths of the Chinese afterlife.

  • Ocean In Concert with David Attenborough

    Brisbane Festival Ocean In Concert with David Attenborough

    17 Sep 2026, 6:30pm
    Concert Hall

    Experience a live screening of the stunning nature documentary feature Ocean with David Attenborough, accompanied by Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra.

  • Escape

    Brisbane Festival Escape

    23 - 27 Sep 2026
    Playhouse

    Visceral and high-octane, Escaoe blends complex, moving architectural structures with multi-talented performers to create a blood-pumping and emotional multimedia experience.

  • 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 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    Betsy Balloon is a rambunctious modern fable presented with original music and illustration based on a story by Bill Manhire.

  • An Evening with Li Cunxin

    An Evening with Li Cunxin

    29 Sep 2026, 6:30pm
    Concert Hall

    Join 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. 

  • 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

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    Digital Stage

    This panel discussion invites students to meet a range of artists and gain insight into their creative careers, pathways, and practices

  • Macy Gray

    Macy Gray Live – The Encore Tour

    9 Oct 2026, 8pm
    Concert Hall

    One of the greatest R&B and soul artists of her generation, returns to Australia.

  • QPAC Chamber Choir – Somebody to Love

    QPAC Chamber Choir Somebody to Love

    11 Aug 2026, 7pm
    Concert Hall

    Get 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^.

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What’s On

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  • Tubular Bells

    Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells

    10 Jun 2026, 8pm
    Concert Hall

    Mike 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.

  • GRIMM – Tales from the Brothers Grimm

    GRIMM – Tales from the Brothers Grimm

    Until 13 Jun 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    Happily, ever after? Never. GRIMM, the smash‑hit, deliciously‑twisted, sold out production returns to QPAC’s Cremorne Theatre. 

  • Macbeth

    Macbeth

    Now Playing
    Playhouse

    In celebration of its 20th anniversary, revered production house Shake & Stir Theatre Co tackle Shakespeare’s most-gripping tragedy, Macbeth.

  • London Symphony Orchestra In Conversation with Sir Simon Rattle

    Watch Now
    Digital Stage

    Join London Symphony Orchestra Music Director conductor, Sir Simon Rattle in conversation with Martin Buzacott.

  • Shikara Ringdahl, Nick Kirkup, Daniel Kramer and Sumi Jo performing on stage at Festival of Outback Opera 2025Peter Wallis

    Singing in the Night

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    Digital Stage

    Experience Opera like never before with this brand-new documentary from Opera Queensland.

  • BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL

    BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL

    Now Playing
    Lyric Theatre

    Beetlejuice, 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.

  • Go Your Own Way: The Fleetwood Mac Legacy

    Go Your Own Way: The Fleetwood Mac Legacy

    11 Jun 2026, 3pm & 7pm
    Concert Hall

    Due 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.

  • Morning Masterworks 3: Beethoven & Dvořák

    Queensland Symphony Orchestra Morning Masterworks 3: Beethoven & Dvořák

    12 Jun 2026, 11:30am
    Concert Hall

    Experience Dvořák’s radiant Cello Concerto and Beethoven’s iconic Symphony No.7 in this 90 minute concert.

  • The Wiggles

    The Wiggles Live in Concert

    12 - 14 Jun 2026
    Glasshouse Theatre

    Due 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!

  • Maestro 4: Beethoven, Dvořák & Smetana

    Queensland Symphony Orchestra Maestro 4: Beethoven, Dvořák & Smetana

    13 Jun 2026, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    Don’t miss Dvořák’s radiant Cello Concerto, Beethoven’s iconic Symphony No.7 and Smetana’s Bartered Bride Overture.

  • Carnival of the Animals

    Southern Cross Soloists Carnival of the Animals

    14 Jun 2026, 3pm
    Concert Hall

    Camille Saint-Saëns’ beloved Carnival of the Animals receives an Australian update in this thoughtful and heartfelt adaptation.

  • Isles of Light

    Australian Chamber Orchestra Isles of Light

    22 Jun 2026, 7pm
    Concert Hall

    A 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

Discover all Seasons and Festivals at QPAC.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Australian Brandenburg Orchestra

    Australian Brandenburg Orchestra

    Step into the Brandenburg’s 2026 Season; where bold vision meets fresh energy and extraordinary artistry.

  • Queensland Symphony Orchestra 2026 Season

    Queensland Symphony Orchestra

    Feel Every Note with a year of bold expression, deep connection and musical storytelling. 

  • 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.

  • Queensland Theatre Company

    Queensland Theatre Company’s 2026 Season champions work that gets under your skin and stays with you. 

  • 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. 

  • 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.

  • Ensemble Q 2025

    Ensemble Q

    An exciting new series that takes audiences on a unique musical, visual and informative journey. 

  • 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.

  • Opera Queensland

    This year's Opera Queensland's season showcases ambitious programming and fresh approaches to what opera can be.

  • Queensland Youth Orchestras

    Queensland Youth Orchestras

    A world class youth orchestra organisation based in Brisbane, Australia. 

  • 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).

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • ClancestryLewis James Bin Doraho

    Culture, creativity, and family fun lead QPAC's Clancestry in 2026

    Mon 18 May 2026

    QPAC has announced the free program of events for the iconic Clancestry festival, celebrating First Nations art and culture across the Centre in 2026.

  • Death of a Salesman

    QPAC welcomes Death of a Salesman, starring Anthony LaPaglia

    Tue 5 May 2026

    The 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.

  • The Gospel According to Paul returns to QPAC's Playhouse

    Tue 28 Apr 2026

    QPAC'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.  

  • SIX the Musical Australian Cast 26/27Cybele Malinowski

    New Australian Queens take the throne in SIX the Musical!

    Tue 28 Apr 2026

    The international smash-hit phenomenon SIX the Musical makes its royal return to Brisbane from January 2027.

  • PRAMKICKER by Sadie HaslerImage by Morgan Roberts

    Internationally acclaimed PRAMKICKER by Sadie Hasler comes to QPAC's Cremorne

    Mon 20 Apr 2026

    QPAC 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.

  • Griffith University and the Power of Creativity

    Wed 15 Apr 2026

    Griffith University partners with QPAC to connect education, creativity and industry practice, supporting the future of the arts.

  • QPAC's deadly Clancestry festival returns this July and August

    Mon 16 Mar 2026

    Clancestry 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.  

  • 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 2026

    The 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. 

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.

Out of the Box - Let's Dance, 2025. Photographer Peter Wallis.

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.

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.

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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.

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