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Radiohead for Solo Piano: Live AV Set Radiohead for Solo Piano: Live AV Set
3 Oct 2026, 8pmConcert HallMaster of improvisation, Berlin-based Australian pianist Josh Cohen returns to QPAC this October!
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The Holiday in Concert The Holiday in Concert
12 Dec 2026, 3pm & 8pmConcert HallDon'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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DRACULA DRACULA
27 Oct - 8 Nov 2026PlayhouseAfter a decade in the shadows, Shake & Stir Theatre Co’s critically acclaimed, sold-out production of DRACULA rises again for a strictly limited season.
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Origins – Siobhan Stagg and Jonathan Ware Origins – Siobhan Stagg and Jonathan Ware
7 Oct 2026, 6:30pmConcert HallAustralia’s acclaimed soprano Siobhan Stagg returns home with a deeply personal programme that reimagines stories of creation through a feminine lens. Joined by acclaimed pianist Jonathan Ware.
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A Cracker Kransky Christmas A Cracker Kransky Christmas
15 - 20 Dec 2026Cremorne TheatreThe Kransky Sisters are bringing the party back to QPAC with hits and Christmas carols like you’ve never heard them before.
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Spirit of Christmas Spirit of Christmas
18 to 19 Dec 2026Concert HallAn occasion to rejoice and reflect on the year that has passed and embrace the season’s enduring message of Peace, Love and Joy.
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The Great Gatsby BIG Live The Great Gatsby
24 Mar - 11 Apr 2027Glasshouse TheatreExperience BIG Live’s The Great Gatsby, a reimagining of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s timeless classic into a full theatrical spectacle.
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Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)Featuring the West End cast Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)
30 Sep - 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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An Evening with Alastair Campbell An Evening with Alastair Campbell
20 Nov 2026, 7:30pmConcert HallAlastair Campbell takes to the QPAC stage for a compelling evening of sharp insight, political storytelling, and behind-the-scenes revelations from politics.
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Zeppelin Soars Again Zeppelin Soars Again
12 Feb 2027, 8pmConcert HallExperience the epic revival of Led Zeppelin’s iconic catalogue as Zeppelin Soars Again with The Zep Boys and the 35-piece Kashmir Orchestra.
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Brazil Pele, Huda Akhlaki, Mandela Mathia, and Jesmine Cheong Panel: Storytelling for Healing
Watch NowDigital StageThis panel discussion is about the importance of storytelling in the healing journey for refugees.
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Ocean In Concert with David Attenborough Brisbane Festival Ocean In Concert with David Attenborough
16 - 17 Sep 2026Concert HallNew show added! Experience a live screening of the stunning nature documentary feature Ocean with David Attenborough, accompanied by Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra.
What's on at QPAC
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Barragga YanggaImage by David Rogers Clancestry Barragga Yangga
7 Aug 2026, 7pmPlayhouseExperience Barragga Yangga, a moving choral celebration of First Nations language, story and song.
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Gunawarra Re-Creation Clancestry Gunawarra Re-Creation
Until 8 Aug 2026Cremorne TheatreGunawarra Re-Creation is a powerful piece of First Nations theatre sharing culture, memory and healing.
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Kitty Flanagan: Glad Game
5 - 9 Aug 2026Lyric TheatreThis is your chance to see the award-winning star of Fisk, Utopia and Have You Been Paying Attention? doing what she does best, stand-up comedy.
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Yothu YindiImage credit: Alan James. This image contains Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have passed away. Clancestry Yothu Yindi
8 Aug 2026, 7:30pmConcert HallCelebrate 40 years of one of Australia’s most successful musical acts, Yothu Yindi, as they close out Clancestry 2026.
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QPAC Chamber Choir – Somebody to LovePlease note: AI was used during the hero image concept ideation phase only, with final art redrawn, refined and illustrated by hand by designer Jen Hall for QPAC. 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.
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Romeo and Juliet The Australian Ballet Romeo and Juliet
15 - 22 Aug 2026Lyric TheatreBe captivated by John Cranko’s interpretation of Shakespeare’s immortal text with The Australian Ballet’s Romeo and Juliet.
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The Umbilical Brothers The Umbilical Brothers – Speedmouse
15 Aug 2026, 7pmConcert HallAfter smashing countless countries and slaying endless audiences, The Umbilicals’ most beloved show is back
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Atsuko Okatsuka: The Big Bowl Tour Atsuko Okatsuka: The Big Bowl Tour
16 Aug 2026, 3:30pm & 7pmConcert HallNew performance just added! Atsuko Okatsuka is an award-winning comedian and actress making waves across the globe with her one-of-a-kind humour, boundless energy, and infectious charm.
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Dita Von Teese Dita Von Teese
17 - 19 Aug 2026Concert HallBe dazzled by Dita Von Teese’s spectacular new tour, Nocturnelle, featuring sophisticated striptease with the art of illusion.
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The Gospel According to PaulImage by Brett Boardman The Gospel According to Paul
18 - 23 Aug 2026PlayhouseA soufflé might not rise twice, but this hit comedy will! Jonathan Biggins transforms into the visionary, rabble-rouser, former PM, Paul Keating.
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Old. New. Borrowed. Blue Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra Old. New. Borrowed. Blue.
20 Aug 2026, 7pmConcert HallThis is chamber music reimagined – where old and new, classical and contemporary – fuse into a captivating concert experience.
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The Music and Life of Barbra Streisand starring Melinda Schneider The Music and Life of Barbra Streisand starring Melinda Schneider
21 Aug 2026, 8pmConcert HallExperience a celebration of Barbra Streisand’s legendary career featuring Melinda Schneider.
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Em Rusciano – Addicted to Love Em Rusciano – Addicted to Love
22 Aug 2026, 8pmConcert HallExperience Em Rusciano at her most unfiltered, feral and finely tuned. This is a love story, just not the one we were sold.
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Vivaldi’s Legacy Australian Brandenburg Orchestra Vivaldi’s Legacy
25 Aug 2026, 7:30pmConcert HallA concert of detail, grace, and imagination celebrating the extraordinary Anna Maria della Pietà, Vivaldi’s famed protégé.
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Xavier Rudd – Raising Funds for HEAL Xavier Rudd – Raising Funds for HEAL
26 Aug 2026, 7pmConcert HallJoin one of the Australian music industry’s all-time greats for a one-night-only benefit concert raising funds for HEAL.
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Glow & TellImage by Chloe Morris For Schools: Glow & Tell
26 - 27 Aug 2026Cremorne TheatrePart of QPAC's Creative Learning Program, students are placed at the centre of this engaging interactive experience, blending the magic of light and simplicity of storytelling
