Our shows will leaf you smiling this Autumn at QPAC!
While the weather is starting to turn cooler it’s still heating up here at QPAC! There are plenty of things to see from the best in Broadway musicals, brilliant ballet, stellar theatre, and inspiring music.
Coming up
Sting in THE LAST SHIP
Acclaimed musical THE LAST SHIP, written, composed and starring international music icon Sting, will be presented for the first time in the Southern Hemisphere in QPAC’s magnificent Glasshouse Theatre in 2026.
MJ the Musical
Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry is set to thrill audiences, in the multiple Tony Award®-winning MJ the Musical.
Opera Queensland La Cenerentola (Cinderella)
A tale of heart and humour full of clever disguises, unlikely heroes, a midnight ball and the kindness of one very determined young woman.
Steel Magnolias
The iconic story that made us laugh, cry, and fall in love with six extraordinary women is back under the direction of Lee Lewis.
Opera Queensland Petite Messe Solennelle
Perfect for seasoned concertgoers and newcomers, Rossini combines orchestral and choral textures, to create a work distinguished by its unashamed romanticism.
Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre 35MM: A Musical Exhibition
A stunning new multimedia musical which explores a groundbreaking new concept in musical theatre.
Queensland Symphony Orchestra Music on Sundays 2: Spirit of the Violin
Experience a violin showcase of electrifying flair featuring music by Tchaikovsky, Waxman, and Glazunov.
Matteo Bocelli
Matteo Bocelli returns for one night only to share a live performance of his new album Falling In Love, alongside all the favourites from his debut album.
Eddie Izzard
Eddie Izzard – The Remix is a chance for Eddie, inspired by her ever-loyal audiences to remix and re-imagine some of her own favourite, personal comedy highlights.
Ovation
Marina Prior, David Hobson, Silvie Paladino and Michael Cormick bring you an unforgettable night of timeless classics – accompanied by piano and string quartet.
An Evening With Phil Rosenthal of Somebody Feed Phil
Join the award-winning creator of Somebody Feed Phil and Everybody Loves Raymond for a conversation full of food, travel and family.
The Drover’s Wife – The Opera
A monumental new opera based on the play, novel and film by one of Australia’s leading artists, Leah Purcell AM.
Dakota of the White Flats
A high-action punk noir that snatches the classic coming-of-age story out of the hands of a gang of boys, and passes it to two unapologetic, brave young women.
Circa Duck Pond
A glittering circus mash-up by Circa bringing together the worlds of Swan Lake and The Ugly Duckling.
For Schools: Dakota of the White Flats
Part of QPAC's Creative Learning Program, Dakota of the White Flats is a finely crafted narrative shot through with comedy, horror, immersive soundscape and live music.
Radiohead for Solo Piano II
Master of improvisation, Berlin-based Australian pianist Josh Cohen takes on legendary rock band Radiohead.
Red Leap Theatre Workshop
Dakota of the White Flat’s Director will lead a student workshop to build drama skills and explore the themes of the production.
Queensland Symphony Orchestra Italian Gala
Led by Chief Conductor Umberto Clerici, this rich program draws from opera and film, capturing the spirit of Italy.
Panel: Pathways into Creative Industries
This panel introduces students to people who work in the creative industries — artists, producers and technical experts who make theatre, music, film and live performance for a living.
Queen Forever – Greatest Hits Tour
Celebrate 20 years of Queen Forever with their Greatest Hits Tour featuring all the anthems, rare deep cuts, and magic of Queen.
Rob Anderson
A solo musical comedy show about our most formative decade!
Queensland Ballet Strings – A Triple Bill
Featuring works by Edward Clug, Christian Spuck, and Goyo Montero. This program is a treat of international contemporary works.
Queensland Symphony Orchestra Morning Masterworks 2: Rachmaninov & Shostakovich
Don’t miss the 2nd movement of Rachmaninov’s beloved Piano Concerto No.2 alongside Shostakovich’s emotional 5th Symphony in this 90 minute concert.
GRIMM – Tales from the Brothers Grimm
Happily, ever after? Never. GRIMM, the smash‑hit, deliciously‑twisted, sold out production returns to QPAC’s Cremorne Theatre.
For Schools: GRIMM - Tales from the Brothers Grimm
Part of QPAC's Creative Learning Program, this bold adaption of tales from the Brothers Grimm is a bewitching theatre experience.
Queensland Symphony Orchestra Maestro 3: Rachmaninov & Shostakovich
Experience Rachmaninov’s beloved Piano Concerto No.2, Shostakovich’s emotional 5th Symphony, and Cathy Milliken’s Catalogue of Sky.
An Evening with Fran Lebowitz
Fran Lebowitz unleashes her chain-smoking, coffee-drinking New Yorker bite on a world falling ever more deeply into depravity, sucked along in the wake of Trump 2.0
Open Season Mogwai
Brace yourself for one of the most volcanic performances as Mogwai returns to Brisbane to perform in QPAC’s brand new Glasshouse Theatre.
Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra Revolution Remixed
Sweeping heroism and heart-stopping intensity are the perfect showcase for Camerata in full force, with all the richness of woodwind and brass on display.
Open Season Sparks
Your favourite band’s favourite band is back. Sparks is playing a career-spanning set at QPAC’s brand new Glasshouse Theatre for one night only.