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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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Give a lifetime of memories

A gift of live performance can deliver a lifetime of memories for your friend or family member. To help you find a gift, we’ve made a few suggestions below based on occasions and interests.

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The gift that comes with applause!

Perfect for any arts lover, our QPAC Gift Certificate covers blockbuster musicals, elegant opera, gripping theatre, and family-friendly shows. Valid for three (3) years, it offers the flexibility to choose from QPAC's full range of productions. Elevate your gift-giving and let them dive into captivating performances at QPAC!

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Warm up this winter at QPAC

Step into a world of bright lights and vibrant stories at QPAC this winter!

  • Sheltering

    Bangarra Dance Theatre Sheltering

    9 - 18 Jul 2026
    Glasshouse Theatre

    Experience a program of three powerful works: Keeping Grounded, Brown Boys, and Sheoak, which honour the past while looking to the future. 

  • Romeo and Juliet

    The Australian Ballet Romeo and Juliet

    15 - 22 Aug 2026
    Lyric Theatre

    Be captivated by John Cranko’s interpretation of Shakespeare’s immortal text with The Australian Ballet’s Romeo and Juliet.

  • 360 ALLSTARS

    360 ALLSTARS

    Must close 5 Jul 2026
    Playhouse

    BMX, basketball, breaking, acrobatics, drumming and more! This smash hit returns to QPAC bigger and better than ever before!

  • A Bee Story

    A Bee Story

    8 - 11 Jul 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    The award-winning, uniquely Australian, A Bee Story by ARC Circus is the perfect family entertainment.

  • BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL

    BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL

    Must close 5 Jul 2026
    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.

  • Pride & Prejudice

    Queensland Theatre Company Pride & Prejudice

    10 - 26 Jul 2026
    Playhouse

    A dazzling retelling of Pride & Prejudice returns to QPAC, where Jane Austen’s timeless wit meets a luminous Queensland cast in a ode to romance and independence.

  • THE BOOK OF MORMON

    THE BOOK OF MORMON

    31 Jul - 4 Oct 2026
    Glasshouse Theatre

    Hello again! Brisbane, the Mormons are back! Don’t miss the outrageous musical comedy that has become an international sensation.

  • 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.

Date night

A chance to spend some quality time with someone special.

  • BIG Dracula

    BIG Live Dracula

    28 Jul - 2 Aug 2026
    Lyric Theatre

    Experience BIG Live’s Dracula – a haunting retelling that unleashes desire, torment and immortality. 

  • Dita Von Teese

    Dita Von Teese

    17 - 19 Aug 2026
    Concert Hall

    New show on sale now! Be dazzled by Dita Von Teese’s spectacular new tour, Nocturnelle, featuring sophisticated striptease with the art of illusion.

  • The Music and Life of Barbra Streisand starring Melinda Schneider

    The Music and Life of Barbra Streisand starring Melinda Schneider

    21 Aug 2026, 8pm
    Concert Hall

    Experience a celebration of Barbra Streisand’s legendary career featuring Melinda Schneider.

  • Em Rusciano – Addicted to Love

    Em Rusciano – Addicted to Love

    22 Aug 2026, 8pm
    Concert Hall

    Experience Em Rusciano at her most unfiltered, feral and finely tuned. This is a love story, just not the one we were sold.

  • Vivaldi’s Legacy

    Australian Brandenburg Orchestra Vivaldi’s Legacy

    25 Aug 2026, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    A concert of detail, grace, and imagination celebrating the extraordinary Anna Maria della Pietà, Vivaldi’s famed protégé.

  • Maestro 7: Symphonic Dances

    Queensland Symphony Orchestra Maestro 7: Symphonic Dances

    25 - 26 Sep 2026
    Concert Hall

    A celebration of music that moves the body and soul featuring Rachmaninov’s Symphonic Dances and Dvořák’s Slavonic Dances.

  • An Evening Without Kate Bush

    21 - 24 Oct 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    Paying a glorious tribute to the music, fans and mythology of one of the most influential voices in pop music.

  • Maestro 10: Don Juan & Manfred

    Queensland Symphony Orchestra Maestro 10: Don Juan & Manfred

    27 - 28 Nov 2026
    Concert Hall

    The 2026 season finale features Tchaikovsky’s Manfred Symphony and Richard Strauss’ Don Juan. 

Touch the soul

Be moved and nourish your soul.

  • Sheltering

    Bangarra Dance Theatre Sheltering

    9 - 18 Jul 2026
    Glasshouse Theatre

    Experience a program of three powerful works: Keeping Grounded, Brown Boys, and Sheoak, which honour the past while looking to the future. 

  • Maestro 5: Ravel & MacMillan

    Queensland Symphony Orchestra Maestro 5: Ravel & MacMillan

    17 - 18 Jul 2026
    Concert Hall

    Let the rhythm guide you with Ravel’s sweeping ballet score, Daphnis and Chloé, and James MacMillan’s First Percussion Concerto.

  • 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.

  • Musica Viva Australia Paul Lewis: Mozart+

    6 Oct 2026, 7pm
    Concert Hall

    Pianist Paul Lewis puts Mozart under the microscope to discover endless new wonders.

  • Musica Viva Australia Latvian Radio Choir & Genevieve Lacey

    Musica Viva Australia Latvian Radio Choir & Genevieve Lacey

    4 Nov 2026, 7pm
    Concert Hall

    The Latvian Radio Choir spread their wings and soar with recorder queen Genevieve Lacey.

  • James Morrison with Special Guest Mahalia Barnes

    James Morrison with Special Guest Mahalia Barnes

    19 Nov 2026, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    An unforgettable night of swing and soul, this is a concert experience you won’t want to miss!

Tell me a story

Take your seat to experience a story.

  • Pride & Prejudice

    Queensland Theatre Company Pride & Prejudice

    10 - 26 Jul 2026
    Playhouse

    A dazzling retelling of Pride & Prejudice returns to QPAC, where Jane Austen’s timeless wit meets a luminous Queensland cast in a ode to romance and independence.

  • Abbie Chatfield Loves Men

    26 Jul 2026, 7pm
    Concert Hall

    After trauma dumping to audiences across Australia, Abbie Chatfield returns to QPAC with a brand-new show dedicated to men.

  • Ya’Djin Spirit Women

    Clancestry Ya’Djin Spirit Women

    30 Jul - 1 Aug 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    Ya’Djin Spirit Women weaves dance, theatre and film to traverse storytelling, sisterhood and speaking out.

  • Jessica Mauboy – The Story of Me

    Clancestry Jessica Mauboy – The Story of Me

    1 Aug 2026, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    Experience an intimate evening with Australian music icon Jessica Mauboy as she shares heartfelt storytelling through music.

  • Barragga YanggaImage by David Rogers

    Clancestry Barragga Yangga

    7 Aug 2026, 7pm
    Playhouse

    Experience Barragga Yangga, a moving choral celebration of First Nations language, story and song.

  • The Umbilical Brothers

    The Umbilical Brothers – Speedmouse

    15 Aug 2026, 7pm
    Concert Hall

    After smashing countless countries and slaying endless audiences, The Umbilicals’ most beloved show is back

  • Death of a Salesman

    Death of a Salesman

    28 Aug - 6 Sep 2026
    Lyric Theatre

    Emmy, Golden Globe and Tony Award-winner Anthony LaPaglia stars in Arthur Miller’s critically acclaimed production, Death of a Salesman.

    Queensland Theatre Company Strong is the New Pretty

    1 - 19 Sep 2026
    Playhouse

    Experience a nail-biting showdown and an inspiring story of determination, legacy and pride.

Try something new

See a brand new work or experience a genre you’ve not tried before.

  • A Bee Story

    A Bee Story

    8 - 11 Jul 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    The award-winning, uniquely Australian, A Bee Story by ARC Circus is the perfect family entertainment.

  • SaplingsPhotography by Clare Hawley

    Saplings

    15 - 18 Jul 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    A collection of hilarious and heartbreaking stories born from workshops with young people experiencing the youth justice system.

  • Permission Granted

    Permission Granted

    23 - 25 Jul 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    World-renowned beatboxer Tom Thum has teamed up with keys-sensation Tnee Dyer to give you the cheat codes to turn any sound into music. 

  • The Music of Video Games

    Queensland Symphony Orchestra The Music of Video Games

    24 - 25 Jul 2026
    Concert Hall

    From Assassin’s Creed to Sonic the Hedgehog and more, experience the most unforgettable video game soundtracks in symphonic force.

  • First Gathering from Clancestry 2025Image by Lewis James Media

    Clancestry First Gathering

    31 Jul 2026, 5:45pm
    Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

    Celebrate the First Nations cultures of Brisbane and mark the official opening of Clancestry 2026 with First Gathering.

  • GATHAA First Nations MarketsImage by Joe Ruckli

    Clancestry GATHAA First Nations Markets

    1 - 2 Aug 2026, From 10am
    Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

    Featuring artists, makers and creatives, experience a weekend full of art and workshops.

  • Music on Sundays 3: Fanfare & Flight

    Queensland Symphony Orchestra Music on Sundays 3: Fanfare & Flight

    2 Aug 2026, 11:30am
    Concert Hall

    Experience a journey through proclamation and introspection with music by Copland, Tchaikovsky and more.

  • Gunawarra Re-Creation

    Clancestry Gunawarra Re-Creation

    5 - 8 Aug 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    Gunawarra Re-Creation is a powerful piece of First Nations theatre sharing culture, memory and healing.

Escape

Let your hair down and enjoy some pure entertainment.

  • BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL

    BEETLEJUICE THE MUSICAL

    Must close 5 Jul 2026
    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.

  • Snow White

    Ballet Theatre Queensland Snow White

    9 - 12 Jul 2026
    Concert Hall

    Be transported to the land of fantasy in Ballet Theatre Queensland’s highly acclaimed return season of Snow White!

  • Keys to Life with Jayson Gillham and Iyad SughayerImage by Bruce Marshall

    Keys to Life

    22 Jul 2026, 7pm
    Concert Hall

    Experience two world-class pianists, Jayson Gillham and Iyad Sughayer, in an evening that celebrates music and friendship.

  • Dropout Improv

    Dropout Improv

    27 Jul 2026, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    A live improv show that will feature electric performances of short-form improv games, comedy and a whole lot of shenanigans.

  • THE BOOK OF MORMON

    THE BOOK OF MORMON

    31 Jul - 4 Oct 2026
    Glasshouse Theatre

    Hello again! Brisbane, the Mormons are back! Don’t miss the outrageous musical comedy that has become an international sensation.

  • Mob MusicImage by Tai Bobongie

    Clancestry Mob Music

    31 Jul & 2 Aug 2026
    Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

    Don’t miss two nights of jam-packed free live music featuring the sounds of our deadly First Nations artists.

  • Australian Chamber Orchestra From Winter’s Stillness

    3 Aug 2026, 7pm
    Concert Hall

    Trio Mediæval and Arve Henriksen join Richard Tognetti and the Australian Chamber Orchestra for a soul-stirring evocation of ancient landscapes and Northern light.

  • Kitty Flanagan: Glad Game

    5 - 9 Aug 2026
    Lyric Theatre

    This 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.

One night only

All star performances to suit every taste.

  • An Evening with Tristan Hughes

    An Evening with Tristan Hughes

    4 Aug 2026, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    Promising his signature warmth and vivid storytelling, don’t miss this opportunity to see Tristan Hughes for the very first time with The Ancients.

  • Troy Cassar-Daley

    Clancestry Troy Cassar-Daley

    6 Aug 2026, 7pm
    Playhouse

    Join legendary Australian artist Troy Cassar-Daley for a raw, honest and deeply personal evening.

  • Yothu YindiImage credit: Alan James. This image contains Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have passed away.

    Clancestry Yothu Yindi

    8 Aug 2026, 7:30pm
    Concert Hall

    Celebrate 40 years of one of Australia’s most successful musical acts, Yothu Yindi, as they close out Clancestry 2026.

  • Atsuko Okatsuka: The Big Bowl Tour

    Atsuko Okatsuka: The Big Bowl Tour

    16 Aug 2026, 3:30pm & 7pm
    Concert Hall

    New 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.

  • Xavier Rudd – Raising Funds for HEAL

    Xavier Rudd – Raising Funds for HEAL

    26 Aug 2026, 7pm
    Concert Hall

    Join one of the Australian music industry’s all-time greats for a one-night-only benefit concert raising funds for HEAL.

  • The Dire Straits Experience

    The Dire Straits Experience

    27 Aug 2026, 8pm
    Concert Hall

    From sold out arena performances across Europe, the celebrated Dire Straits Experience bring their Long Highway World Tour.

  • Bassem Youssef: The Belly of the Beast Tour

    Bassem Youssef: The Belly of the Beast Tour

    2 Sep 2026, 6:45pm
    Concert Hall

    Don’t miss comedian Bassem Youssef as he takes audiences inside fame, exile, identity and politics in the digital age.

  • 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!

Family

Performances the whole family will love.

  • 360 ALLSTARS

    360 ALLSTARS

    Must close 5 Jul 2026
    Playhouse

    BMX, basketball, breaking, acrobatics, drumming and more! This smash hit returns to QPAC bigger and better than ever before!

  • Camp Culture

    Clancestry Camp Culture

    30 Jul - 1 Aug 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    This is your roll call to join Camp Culture! An interactive circus show serving up equal parts skill and sass.

  • Clancestry for KidsImage by Tai Bobongie

    Clancestry Clancestry for Kids

    1 - 2 Aug 2026, From 10am
    Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

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

  • Glow & TellImage by Chloe Morris

    Glow & Tell

    29 - 30 Aug 2026
    Cremorne Theatre

    Using UV light in custom-built tent, the Cremorne Theatre is transformed into a space, where stories and imagined worlds come alive.

  • Grossbusters – The Monster Musical

    Grossbusters – The Monster Musical

    2 - 3 Dec 2026
    Playhouse

    Grossbusters is a school musical like no other from students attending distance education and living in remote Queensland.

  • Wolfgang in the Stars

    Rent Now
    Digital Stage

    Join Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and his loyal circus bear on their journey to seek inspiration for the beloved early masterpiece “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star”

  • The Riddle of Washpool Gully

    The Riddle of Washpool Gully by David Morton

    Watch Now
    Digital Stage

    A heartfelt tale of resilience and wonder, combining puppetry and miniature sets by Dead Puppet Society.

  • Riddle of Washpool Gully: What Artist Am I? Panel

    Watch Now
    Digital Stage

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

Watch it now

Experience the magic right now and gift your loved ones a showstopper on Digital Stage.

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

    Singing in the Night

    Watch Now
    Digital Stage

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

  • MEDEA

    Shock Therapy Arts MEDEA

    Rent Now
    Digital Stage

    Award-winning performance makers Shock Therapy Arts put their signature touch on this timely Greek Classic.

  • The Art of the Possible with Paul Grabowsky

    The Art of the Possible with Paul Grabowsky

    Watch Now
    Digital Stage

    Explore The Art of the Possible with legendary Australian musician, composer and arts leader Paul Grabowsky.

  • Workshop facilitator Helen StephensJustin Harrison

    Dead Puppet Society Puppet Manipulation Workshop

    Rent Now
    Digital Stage

    This unique program guides participants through a series of exercises using common household materials to gain skills in puppetry manipulation and performance.

  • Workshop facilitator Helen StephensJustin Harrison

    Dead Puppet Society Puppet Construction Workshop

    Rent Now
    Digital Stage

    Design and build a basic puppet using easily accessible household materials in this Puppet Construction Workshop.

  • Capricorn by Aidan Rowlingson

    Rent Now
    Digital Stage

    Explore the tumultuous love story of Sam and Ally in this gripping play that delves into the complexities of relationships, love, and loss.

  • JALI – Q&A with Oliver Twist

    JALI – Q&A with Oliver Twist

    Watch Now
    Digital Stage

    Hear from Rwandan born Australian writer, director, and performer Oliver Twist in this Q&A session following his 2022 performance of JALI on Digital Stage.

  • Dame Judi Dench and Gyles Brandreth

    ‘I Remember it Well’ with Dame Judi Dench

    Rent Now
    Digital Stage

    Join Dame Judi Dench and her friend Gyles Brandreth on a roller-coaster trip down memory lane.

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