To celebrate, we have a whole year lined up of unforgettable performances, incredible prizes to win, and plenty of ways for our wonderful community to get involved!
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Share what QPAC means to you
We can’t think of a better birthday present than connecting with our community to celebrate the many memories that have been created here. We’d love to hear about what QPAC means to you, and perhaps your best QPAC memory, so you can be part of our celebrations.
Please note, your memories may be featured on QPAC’s social media channels and website.
Win
A brand-new Hyundai TUCSON Hybrid^
To celebrate 40 years of unforgettable performances we’re giving away a Hyundai TUCSON Hybrid^! That’s right! We’ve teamed up with our Principal Partner Hyundai to give one lucky 2025 ticket purchaser the chance to win a brand-new car!
In order to be eligible, simply purchase a ticket in 2025 to any show at QPAC and fill out the form to enter.
From the Newsroom
Free community event at QPAC to kick-off celebration of 40 years this Saturday 12 April
Joy, inclusion, gathering and stories will be the hero themes for 2025 at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) as it celebrates its 40th anniversary this year.
QPAC 40 program
As part of our 40th anniversary we have curated the below special events to be part of the program.
Sigur Rós
New performance date on Wednesday, 28 May just announced! Experience Sigur Rós live with the Brisbane Philharmonic Orchestra as they present their most intimate album yet, ÁTTA.
2025 QPAC International Series Ballet Preljocaj – Swan Lake
A Swan Lake like no other. Experience the breathtaking artistry of Ballet Preljocaj, exclusive to Brisbane.
Kamasi Washington
Emmy and two-time Grammy nominated jazz legend Kamasi Washington returns to Brisbane for the first time since 2022 for Open Season.
QPAC’s Out of the Box Where is the Green Sheep?
Monkey Baa Theatre Company’s world premiere, is an immersive visual theatre experience based on the beloved children’s book by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek.
QPAC’s Out of the Box The Gruffalo
After sell-out seasons across the world, including London’s West End and Broadway, The Gruffalo returns to QPAC for songs, laughs and scary fun.
QPAC’s Out of the Box The Lost Lending Library
At 314 floors high and with 72 spiral side departments, enter the largest collection of books in the world and discover a magical world.
QPAC’s Out of the Box Little Chefs Cooking Workshops
Calling all Little Chefs! Get ready for a delicious adventure where your child can learn the joy of cooking while creating fun, healthy recipes.
QPAC’s Out of the Box For Mothers
For Mothers is a creative and cultural project that supports mothers and their babies during the first 1000 days, led by global Indigenous artists Lia Pa’apa’a and Johannah Maza.
QPAC’s Out of the Box Mindful Me Health & Wellbeing Workshops
Through guided meditation exercises, children will learn how to quiet their minds, improve focus and enhance emotional awareness.
QPAC’s Out of the Box Green Sheep: You and Me Workshop
Share a gentle, imaginative experience with your child in this hands-on workshop, exploring the mystery of Where is the Green Sheep?.
QPAC’s Out of the Box Bluey Puppetry Workshop
Join us for a fun-filled, hands-on puppetry workshop inspired by everyone’s favourite blue heeler.
QPAC’s Out of the Box Wonderbox
With immersive projections, delightful surprises, and kooky-carnival characters, every child’s curiosity is celebrated.
QPAC’s Out of the Box Gurril Storm Bird
Adapted from the prize-winning children’s picture book, Gurril by Gimuy Walubara Yidinji man Trevor (Bumi) Fourmile, is an exciting opportunity for children to experience the First Nations story told by jarjum.
QPAC’s Out of the Box Wolfgang in the Stars
Circa’s world premiere, Wolfgang in the Stars, is a music-fuelled circus space romp of galactic proportions.
QPAC’s Out of the Box Club Origami
Dance, fashion and live music meet the magic of origami to sweep us up on a spirited and inspiring adventure in a land made purely of paper and play.
QPAC’s Out of the Box Sing on Country Music Workshops
Learn about our beautiful, diverse country through song and traditional language with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Songwoman, Jessie Lloyd.
Clancestry The Visitors
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?
Clancestry Black History Month: HERstory | HIStory
Experience some of the finest local First Nations artists in a night of free live music and storytelling.
Clancestry Weaving Workshops
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.
Clancestry Wata
Experience a new form of musical collaboration with Wata, an exciting celebration of the musical traditions of the Wagiluk people.
Clancestry First Gathering
Celebrate the First Nations cultures of Brisbane and mark the official opening of Clancestry 2025 with First Gathering.
Bangarra Dance Theatre Illume
Step out of the shadows and into the phenomena of light to experience this new theatrical experience, drawing together music, visual arts and dance.
QPAC 40
QPAC is celebrating 40 years of joy, gathering, inclusivity and stories in 2025.
Clancestry Biggest Mobs
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.
Clancestry Electric Fields with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Don’t miss Australian electronic music duo Electric Fields in this unique concert with the full power of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra.
Clancestry Live Art at Clancestry
Enjoy Live Art at Clancestry as artists create installations and paintings live throughout the festival.
Clancestry Art of Song
Three powerful First Nations songwomen – Jess Hitchcock, Megan Sarmardin and SOLCHLD come together to share their stories through song.
Clancestry Mob Music
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 Sparks: First Nations Play Readings
Be the first to experience four new works written by emerging First Nations playwrights in these 10-minute rehearsed readings.
Clancestry Clancestry for Kids
Join us for a weekend of vibrant culture, creativity, and free family fun as we celebrate First Nations art, stories, and community.
Opera Queensland La bohème
Experience the tender beauty of Puccini’s famous opera La Bohème. Follow four bohemians as they navigate love, dreams and heartbreak in this timeless masterpiece.
Queensland Theatre A Few Good Men
Aaron Sorkin's gripping courtroom drama ignites the stage with explosive tension and razor-sharp dialogue.