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A Beautiful Noise A BEAUTIFUL NOISE
From 20 Mar 2027Lyric TheatreThe untold true story of how America’s greatest hitmaker became a star, set to the songs that defined his career.
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The Music of Hans Zimmer vs John Williams The Music of Hans Zimmer vs John Williams
9 Jan 2027, 1:30pm & 7pmConcert HallExperience the music of two cinematic legends, Hans Zimmer and John Williams, performed by the Australian Pops Orchestra and conducted by John Foreman.
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The Shawshank Redemption The Shawshank Redemption
28 Apr to 9 May 2027Glasshouse TheatreThe Shawshank Redemption is a powerful stage production that places you just metres from the action.
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Xand van Tulleken Xand van Tulleken: Make Me Well
5 Dec 2026, 7pmConcert HallOxford-trained doctor, Fulbright scholar, and BBC presenter Dr Xand van Tulleken takes on the Wild West of the wellness industry in this interactive live show.
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For Schools: STEM Career Showdown
19 Mar 2027, 10amPlayhouseSTEM Career Showdown is a high-energy event where STEM professionals go head-to-head to prove why their career is the most exciting, impactful and future-shaping path of all.
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An Evening with Guenther Steiner An Evening with Guenther Steiner
9 Dec 2026, 7:30pmConcert HallThe breakout star of Drive to Survive, a team boss whose charm and no-bull honesty won him millions of fans around the globe, is back on stage with his new live show “No Team Orders”.
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A Christmas Carol A Christmas Carol
12 to 24 Dec 2026PlayhouseThe award-winning theatrical phenomenon Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol returns for its ninth triumphant season.
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Nicolas Altstaedt Australian Chamber Orchestra Nicolas Altstaedt
15 Feb 2027, 7pmConcert HallExperience infinite possibility and extraordinary kinetic energy when the world-renowned cellist directs the Australian Chamber Orchestra.
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Bach’s St John Passion Australian Chamber Orchestra Bach’s St John Passion
22 Mar 2027, 7pmConcert HallLeading interpreters of Bach unite for this singular performance of a choral masterpiece.
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Arvo Pärt Masterworks Australian Chamber Orchestra Arvo Pärt Masterworks
19 April 2027, 7pmConcert HallThe Australian Chamber Orchestra is joined by the remarkable Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir for a triptych of Pärt’s most iconic work.
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Alina Ibragimova Plays Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto Australian Chamber Orchestra Alina Ibragimova Plays Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto
17 May 2027, 7pmConcert HallThe exhilarating virtuoso returns to direct the Australian Chamber Orchestra in a program full of intensity and passion.
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Richard Tognetti Directs Mozart Australian Chamber Orchestra Richard Tognetti Directs Mozart
28 Jun 2027, 7pmConcert HallWitness alchemy at play when pianist Alexander Melnikov joins the Australian Chamber Orchestra for a celebration of Classical titans.
What's on at QPAC
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Death of a Salesman Death of a Salesman
Until 6 Sep 2026Lyric TheatreEmmy, Golden Globe and Tony Award-winner Anthony LaPaglia stars in Arthur Miller’s critically acclaimed production, Death of a Salesman.
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Gilbert & Sullivan: A Soiree of Song and Satire Gilbert & Sullivan
6 - 9 Sep 2026Concert HallA joyful concert-style celebration of wit and melody, honouring the much-loved Gilbert & Sullivan repertoire.
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Queensland Theatre Company Strong is the New Pretty
1 - 19 Sep 2026PlayhouseExperience a nail-biting showdown and an inspiring story of determination, legacy and pride.
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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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ANASTASIA the Musical ANASTASIA the Musical
16 Sep to 18 Oct 2026Lyric TheatreANASTASIA the Broadway Musical, the romantic and adventure-filled hit musical inspired by the beloved film, is coming to Brisbane.
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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.
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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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Nurse Georgie Carroll: Infectious Nurse Georgie Carroll: Infectious
18 Sep 2026, 8pmConcert HallNurse Georgie Carroll returns to Brisbane with her brand-new, razor-sharp show, Infectious.
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Labyrinth in Concert Jim Henson’s Labyrinth in Concert
19 - 20 Sep 2026Concert HallNew show added! On the heels of a successful global tour to nearly 100 cities, Jim Henson’s Labyrinth in Concert is coming to QPAC.
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Aaron Chen Aaron Chen
21 & 23 Sep 2026Concert HallAward-winning comedian Aaron Chen is coming to tour the world with his new show, Technology. It deals with technology.
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Mozart’s Last Symphonies Australian Chamber Orchestra Mozart’s Last Symphonies
22 Sep 2026, 7pmConcert HallExperience one of the greatest chamber orchestras in the world at its joyous and inspirational best.
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Escape Brisbane Festival Escape
23 - 27 Sep 2026PlayhouseVisceral and high-octane, Escape 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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Agnes Obel
24 Sep 2026, 8pmConcert HallThe Danish singer, songwriter and pianist known for her ethereal, chamber-pop sound comes to QPAC!
