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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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  • Sparks: First Nations Play Readings
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fnclancestrysparks25 Sparks QPAC, Playlab Theatre Theatre, First Nations, Free Clancestry Sparks First Nations Play Readings

9 Aug 2025, 5pm
Cremorne Theatre
Register Here
Free
1 hour
no interval, subject to change without notice

Overview

Let sparks fly! 

Be the first to experience the next big voices in First Nations theatre. Sparks: First Nations Play Readings is an unforgettable night of bold storytelling, where three new works written by emerging First Nations playwrights come to life on stage in these rehearsed readings.

Presented by QPAC and Playlab Theatre, Sparks is the culmination of a six-month program nurturing aspiring First Nations playwrights, guiding them from their very first idea to this important moment – sharing it with you, live.

Tickets are free but capacity is limited so don’t wait. Click on the ‘Register Here’ button and secure your spot today.

Sparks: First Nations Play Readings is part of Clancestry. Find out more here.

Meet the 2025 Sparks participants here and find out more about their plays below.

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Purchase a ticket at QPAC in 2025 and go in the draw to win a Hyundai TUCSON Hybrid, thanks to Hyundai – proud Principal Partner of QPAC.

To enter the competition, submit an entry form via the QPAC 40 Giveaway competition page. Terms and conditions apply.

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Play Readings

Bianca Valentino

Mic Drop by Bianca Valentino

Mic Drop is a bold, urgent play about art, power, free speech and censorship.

Rising Aboriginal rap duo SOVEREIGN – Jay ‘J Fire’ Thomas and Cleo Hart – gain national attention for their viral tracks speaking truth about colonisation, systemic injustice, and solidarity with global Indigenous communities. When they win a prestigious government-funded arts fellowship for “bold new voices”, it seems like recognition has finally arrived. But the applause quickly fades. A prominent council community member contacts the Arts Minister, accusing them of using taxpayer money to “incite division” and “undermine social cohesion”. Within days, the award is revoked. Through protest poetry, sharp humour, and cutting commentary, Mic Drop asks: what happens when truth-tellers refuse to stay quiet? And, in a nation where colonial power still shapes law and media, whose version of “free speech” gets protected – and whose gets punished?

Stolen Childhood by Aunty Valerie Matthews

Despite my traumatic childhood people ask me “Why do you still attend Church every Sunday?” My response is “I have always had a strong childlike belief in God which has never left me.”

Stolen Childhood is the powerful story of Aunty Valerie’s life. Aunty Valerie is part of Australia’s stolen generation. This is her story of struggle through childhood and the inspirational testimony of how she found her way back to Country. 

Jamaine-Errol Wilesmith

Somnium by Jamaine-Errol Wilesmith

Quinn is the youngest child of Mother Helena, Queen of the space colony, Lumen. He embarks on the journey of self-discovery and the odd occurrence of forbidden spiritual connection. Although he has been set to marry the princess of a neighbouring colony, he’s suddenly immersed with dreams of a mystery earth man (Xavier), who he begins to trust and who fuels Quinn’s passion to live his most authentic life. His mother and two sisters grow suspicious of Quinns sudden interest in humankind, and he is told that his species is far more advanced than their human ancestral lineage, so he should focus on his royal duties.

Throughout the story, Quinn and Xavier come to realise that they are bound in their Somnium and are intertwining their Hum at the same time. From that moment on, they begin to learn and grow as one in their dream world, hoping one day to make their dreams become a reality. The one thing that stands in their way is Quinn’s controlling mother, and an inevitable prophecy made by the High Priestess.

Discover More

Explore Clancestry here. Check out our diverse lineup of events – don’t miss a beat!

  • The Visitors featuring the 2023 cast Image by Stephen Wilson Barker

    Clancestry The Visitors

    23 - 26 Jul 2025
    Playhouse

    It’s January 1788 and a mysterious fleet is amassing in the harbour. Seven clan leaders make a momentous decision: to send these strangers on their way or welcome them? 

  • Black History Month: HERstory | HIStory

    Clancestry Black History Month: HERstory | HIStory

    25 Jul 2025, From 6pm
    Melbourne Street Green

    Experience some of the finest local First Nations artists in a night of free live music and storytelling.

  • Clancestry Weaving Workshops

    26 Jul & 2 Aug 2025
    Playhouse Lounge

    Come and learn to weave at Clancestry! Learn about the regeneration of traditional cultural practices using raffia or palm leaves to create your very own masterpiece.

  • WataImage by Sarah Walker

    Clancestry Wata

    31 Jul 2025, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    Experience a new form of musical collaboration with Wata, an exciting celebration of the musical traditions of the Wagiluk people.

  • Clancestry 2024 Smoking CeremonyImage by Red Handed Productions

    Clancestry First Gathering

    31 Jul 2025, 5:30pm
    Melbourne Street Green

    Celebrate the First Nations cultures of Brisbane and mark the official opening of Clancestry 2025 with First Gathering.

  • Bangarra Dance Theatre – Illume

    Bangarra Dance Theatre Illume

    1 - 9 Aug 2025
    Playhouse

    Step out of the shadows and into the phenomena of light to experience this new theatrical experience, drawing together music, visual arts and dance.

  • Biggest MobsBackground artwork by Casey Coolwell-Fisher

    Clancestry Biggest Mobs

    1 Aug 2025, 6pm
    Cremorne Theatre

    Get your mob together for a night of powerful, high-energy Blak music! An epic culmination of QPAC’s BlakBeats First Nations music development program.

  • Electric Fields

    Clancestry Electric Fields with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra

    2 Aug 2025, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    Don’t miss Australian electronic music duo Electric Fields in this unique concert with the full power of Queensland Symphony Orchestra.

  • Clancestry 2024 Mob WordsImage by Lewis Bin Doraho

    Clancestry Live Art at Clancestry

    2 - 10 Aug 2025
    Melbourne Street Green & Town Square, Fish Lane

    Enjoy Live Art at Clancestry as artists create installations and paintings live throughout the festival.

  • Art of SongBackground artwork by Casey Coolwell-Fisher

    Clancestry Art of Song

    8 Aug 2025, 7:30pm
    Cremorne Theatre

    Three powerful First Nations songwomen – Jess Hitchcock, Megan Sarmardin and SOLCHLD come together to share their stories through song.

  • Clancestry 2024 Mob MusicImage by Lewis Bin Doraho

    Clancestry Mob Music

    9 - 10 Aug 2025, From 6:30pm
    Melbourne Street Green

    Two nights of jam-packed free live music on our Mob Music Stage! Enjoy the vibes as the sun goes down with the sounds of our deadly First Nations artists.

  • Clancestry for KidsImage by Axis Productions

    Clancestry Clancestry for Kids

    9 - 10 Aug 2025
    Melbourne Street Green

    Join us for a weekend of vibrant culture, creativity, and free family fun as we celebrate First Nations art, stories, and community.

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