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Brisbane Festival 2024 Brisbane Festival
Just announced! Boldy Brisbane at its heart, Brisbane Festival makes the impossible possible for three weeks each spring.
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Metalsmithing Teen Cobb+Co Hands-on Workshops 2024
2024Queensland Museum Cobb+Co, ToowoombaDiscover your inner artisan at our Hands-on Workshops, where you can learn traditional skills with a modern twist.
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Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses Iris van Herpen (designer), Netherlands b.1984, Carla van de Puttelaar (photographer), Netherlands b.1967 / Synergia Series 2021 / Photograph: Carla van de Puttelaar / © Carla van de Puttelaar. Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses
Until 7 Oct 2024GOMAFashion, art, design, science and technology collide in the Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses exhibition.
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Celtic Illusion – The Magic Returns 2024 Celtic Illusion – The Magic Returns 2024
26 Sep 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACImmerse yourself in the Irish Dance and Grand Illusion sensation, Celtic Illusion – The Magic Returns 2024.
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The Crowd (1928) Live Music & Film: The Crowd
29 Sep 2024, 11amCinema A, GOMAExperience the Hollywood silent epic The Crowd (1928) with a live score on the Gallery’s 1929 Wurlitzer Pipe organ.
Just announced
Coming Up
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Latin Guitar Extravaganza Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University Latin Guitar Extravaganza 2024
17 Sep 2024, 7:30pmConservatorium Theatre, QCGUA celebration of the guitar featuring the Riverside Guitar Ensemble, alongside smaller guitar ensembles.
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Cirque Bon Bon: Le Retour Brisbane Festival Cirque Bon Bon: Le Retour
18 - 20 Sep 2024South Bank PiazzaCirque Bon Bon will once again set the Piazza alight, bigger, better, and more breathtaking than before!
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Pyjama Party – Snuggle in to watch ‘Dinosaur’ movie Pyjama Party – Snuggle in to watch ‘Dinosaur’ movie
18 Sep 2024, 1pmQueensland Museum Rail Workshops, IpswichCome dressed in your comfiest pyjamas and snuggle in for a story at the Queensland Museum Rail Workshops.
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Kristian Winther & Daniel de Borah in Recital Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University Kristian Winther and Daniel de Borah in Recital
19 Sep 2024, 7:30pmIan Hanger Recital Hall, QCGUKristian Winther and Daniel de Borah perform together in Recital at the Ian Hanger Recital Hall, QCGU.
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Pyjama Party – Snuggle in to watch ‘Dinosaur Island’ movie Pyjama Party – Snuggle in to watch ‘Dinosaur Island’ movie
19 Sep 2024, 1pmQueensland Museum Rail Workshops, IpswichCome dressed in your comfiest pyjamas and snuggle in for a story at the Queensland Museum Rail Workshops.
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Opera Queensland Amy Lehpamer
20 - 21 Sep 2024Opera Queensland StudioAn intimate and exclusive performance by Amy Lehpamer, performing songs from both Opera and Broadway.
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Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University Chamber Music Side-By-Side with the L.A. Philharmonic
20 Sep 2024, 7:30pmConservatorium Theatre, QCGUChamber music program students perform alongside Queensland Conservatorium faculty and members of the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
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Big Name, No Blankets Big Name, No Blankets
20 - 21 Sep 2024Concert Hall, QPACCelebrate the phenomenal journey and impact of Sammy Tjapanangka Butcher!
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So Much Myself: Piano Portraits Brisbane Festival So Much Myself: Piano Portraits
21 Sep 2024, 7pmConservatorium Theatre, QCGUA musical portrait gallery of female creators spanning a millennium, performed at the Conservatorium Theatre as part of Brisbane Festival 2024.
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Common People Dance Eisteddfod Brisbane Festival Common People Dance Eisteddfod
21 Sep 2024, 6pmSouth Bank PiazzaSlap on some sequins and come join the fun with the Common People Dance Eisteddfod at the South Bank Piazza.
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The Courier-Mail Love Stories in Conversation The Courier-Mail – Love Stories in Conversation
21 Sep 2024, 4pmPlayhouse, QPACJoin Love Stories author Trent Dalton and some of the people behind the real-life stories, in an afternoon of heartwarming conversation.
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OQ Sing Sing Sing 2024 Opera Queensland OQ Sing Sing Sing 2024
21 Sep 2024, 4:30pmOpera Queensland StudioImmerse yourself in a night of song and socialising in Sing Sing Sing at the Opera Queensland Studio.
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Pyjama Party – Snuggle in to watch ‘The Good Dinosaur’ movie Pyjama Party – Snuggle in to watch ‘The Good Dinosaur’ movie
25 Sep 2024, 1pmQueensland Museum Rail Workshops, IpswichCome dressed in your comfiest pyjamas and snuggle in for a story at the Queensland Museum Rail Workshops.
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Celtic Illusion – The Magic Returns 2024 Celtic Illusion – The Magic Returns 2024
26 Sep 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACImmerse yourself in the Irish Dance and Grand Illusion sensation, Celtic Illusion – The Magic Returns 2024.
Seasons and Festivals
Family & Kids
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Brickman Cities Brickman Cities
Until 27 October 2024Queensland Museum Tropics, TownsvilleBrickman Cities is an immersive LEGO® CITY experience showcasing the life and architecture of some of the world’s most iconic cities.
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Pyjama Party – Snuggle in to watch ‘Dinosaur’ movie Pyjama Party – Snuggle in to watch ‘Dinosaur’ movie
18 Sep 2024, 1pmQueensland Museum Rail Workshops, IpswichCome dressed in your comfiest pyjamas and snuggle in for a story at the Queensland Museum Rail Workshops.
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Pyjama Party – Snuggle in to watch ‘Dinosaur Island’ movie Pyjama Party – Snuggle in to watch ‘Dinosaur Island’ movie
19 Sep 2024, 1pmQueensland Museum Rail Workshops, IpswichCome dressed in your comfiest pyjamas and snuggle in for a story at the Queensland Museum Rail Workshops.
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Pyjama Party – Snuggle in to watch ‘The Good Dinosaur’ movie Pyjama Party – Snuggle in to watch ‘The Good Dinosaur’ movie
25 Sep 2024, 1pmQueensland Museum Rail Workshops, IpswichCome dressed in your comfiest pyjamas and snuggle in for a story at the Queensland Museum Rail Workshops.
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Pyjama Party – Snuggle in to watch ‘The Land Before Time’ movie Pyjama Party – Snuggle in to watch ‘The Land Before Time’ movie
26 Sep 2024, 1pmQueensland Museum Rail Workshops, IpswichCome dressed in your comfiest pyjamas and snuggle in for a story at the Queensland Museum Rail Workshops.
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AHEP 2024 AHEP 2024
28 Sep 2024, 11am & 4pmConservatorium Theatre, QCGUHear the musical accomplishments of AHEP students in two concerts that showcase wind, brass, percussion, string and voice students.
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Round the Twist The Musical Queensland Theatre Round The Twist The Musical
From 12 Nov 2024Playhouse, QPACA quintessentially Australian joyous celebration of oddballs and misfits – where if you stand out then you’ll fit right in!
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A Christmas Carol A Christmas Carol
12 - 24 Dec 2024Playhouse, QPACThis December, the award-winning stage spectacle – Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol – is returning!
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Queensland Ballet’s The Nutcracker Queensland Ballet The Nutcracker
13 - 21 Dec 2024Lyric Theatre, QPACA sparkling winter wonderland awaits in the delightful holiday ballet that takes place one frosty Christmas Eve night.
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Spirit of Christmas Spirit of Christmas
20 - 21 Dec 2024Concert Hall, QPACAn occasion to rejoice and reflect on the year that has passed and embrace the season’s enduring message of Peace, Love and Joy.
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Operation Ouch Live OPERATION OUCH LIVE: Quest for the Jurassic Fart!
6 - 8 Jan 2025Concert Hall, QPACTV’s favourite doctors return to QPAC this January with a gigantic brand-new show!
Theatre
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Round the Twist The Musical Queensland Theatre Round The Twist The Musical
From 12 Nov 2024Playhouse, QPACA quintessentially Australian joyous celebration of oddballs and misfits – where if you stand out then you’ll fit right in!
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Edges Edges
12 - 16 Nov 2024Tony Gould Gallery, QPACEdges is a captivating song-cycle by Tony-nominated duo Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, exploring classic coming-of-age themes.
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Peter and the Starcatcher Peter and the Starcatcher
From 14 Mar 2025Playhouse, QPACThis visually stunning production delves into the untold story of Neverland, featuring over 100 unforgettable characters, puppetry, live music, and technical wizardry.
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Class of 2024 Musical Theatre Showcase Class of 2024 Musical Theatre Showcase
Until 21 Sep 2024Tony Gould Gallery, QPACFeaturing rich and moving repertoire, this talent-packed event spotlights the graduating students of the Bachelor of Musical Theatre program.
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Dear Brother Queensland Theatre Dear Brother
7 - 28 Sep 2024Bille Brown TheatreA high energy work that gives today’s young Murri men a voice, one that challenges the narrative around Aboriginal masculinity.
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Love Stories Love Stories
Now PlayingPlayhouse, QPACTrent Dalton's Love Stories is coming to QPAC as part of Brisbane Festival 2024! Get ready to fall in love all over again. This restless city has a story to tell.
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GRIMM: Tales from the Brothers Grimm GRIMM
Now PlayingCremorne Theatre, QPACGRIMM, the latest tour de force from Shake & Stir Theatre Co beckons you into a world where fairytales are reimagined with a profound intensity.
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WICKED
Now PlayingLyric Theatre, QPACThe Broadway sensation WICKED looks at what happened in the Land of Oz… but from a different angle. Flying into the Lyric Theatre from September 2024.
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Big Name, No Blankets Big Name, No Blankets
20 - 21 Sep 2024Concert Hall, QPACCelebrate the phenomenal journey and impact of Sammy Tjapanangka Butcher!
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Acting Showcase Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University Acting Showcase
10 – 12 Oct 2024Ian Hanger Recital Hall, QCGUQueensland Conservatorium Griffith University’s 2024 3rd Year Bachelor of Acting students present their graduating Industry Showcase.
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Quavers Quavers
24 - 26 Oct 2024Playhouse, QPACThis spooky drama promises eerie thrills, a mysterious character and a hauntingly good time.
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Musical Theatre Industry Showcase An Evening In Concert with 2nd Year Musical Theatre Students
25 - 26 Oct 2024Tony Gould Gallery, QPACCelebrating the progress of second year musical theatre students, enjoy a beautiful array of songs performed at the Tony Gould Gallery.
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Eat Slay Zombie Eat Slay Zombie
6 - 9 Nov 2024Cremorne Theatre, QPACEat Slay Zombie is a horror/comedy about colonisation, friendship and state occupation – except it’s zombies.
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The Pirates of Penzance – In Concert Prospero Arts Concert Series The Pirates of Penzance – In Concert
5 - 8 Dec 2024Concert Hall, QPACCelebrate 40 years of The Pirates of Penzance with a hilarious, semi-staged concert featuring iconic songs, a talented cast, and a full orchestra!
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A Christmas Carol A Christmas Carol
12 - 24 Dec 2024Playhouse, QPACThis December, the award-winning stage spectacle – Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol – is returning!
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SIX the Musical
2 Jan - 9 Feb 2025Playhouse, QPACDivorced. Beheaded. Live! Get Down with the Queens of SIX as they remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into this high-octane phenomenon.
Music
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Zeppelin Soars Again Zeppelin Soars Again
27 Sep 2024, 8pmConcert Hall, QPACZeppelin Soars Again into QPAC’s Concert Hall with the Zep Boys and the 35-piece Kashmir Orchestra!
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The Girl from Greece – A Tribute to Nana Mouskouri The Girl from Greece
11 Oct 2024, 11am & 6pmPlayhouse, QPACCelebrate beloved entertainer Nana Mouskouri’s 90th birthday at this special tribute concert.
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The Rock Proms 2024 The Rock Proms 2024
CancelledConcert Hall, QPACThe Rock Proms 2024 features new guest artists and the Rock Proms Orchestra, performing the greatest rock classics of all time.
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Tribute to Duke Ellington – James Morrison and His Big Band Tribute to Duke Ellington – James Morrison and His Big Band
20 Nov 2024, 7pmConcert Hall, QPACSwing along to this very special Duke Ellington tribute to hear all his big band classics with international jazz maestro, James Morrison.
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10cc 10cc
16 July 2025, 8pmConcert Hall, QPACReturning to get audiences up on their feet, clapping, dancing and singing along to one of the most outstanding collections of eclectic hits!
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Youth Vocal Workshop Opera Queensland Youth Vocal Workshop
16 - 18 Sep 2024Opera Queensland StudioAn immersive three-day workshop designed for year 7 to 12 secondary students.
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Opera Queensland Opera Club
Annual MembershipOnlineOpera Club members can join fellow opera fans for a year-long calendar of unique events, experiences and offers to bring your theatre experience to life.
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Latin Guitar Extravaganza Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University Latin Guitar Extravaganza 2024
17 Sep 2024, 7:30pmConservatorium Theatre, QCGUA celebration of the guitar featuring the Riverside Guitar Ensemble, alongside smaller guitar ensembles.
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Opera Queensland Amy Lehpamer
20 - 21 Sep 2024Opera Queensland StudioAn intimate and exclusive performance by Amy Lehpamer, performing songs from both Opera and Broadway.
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Big Name, No Blankets Big Name, No Blankets
20 - 21 Sep 2024Concert Hall, QPACCelebrate the phenomenal journey and impact of Sammy Tjapanangka Butcher!
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So Much Myself: Piano Portraits Brisbane Festival So Much Myself: Piano Portraits
21 Sep 2024, 7pmConservatorium Theatre, QCGUA musical portrait gallery of female creators spanning a millennium, performed at the Conservatorium Theatre as part of Brisbane Festival 2024.
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OQ Sing Sing Sing 2024 Opera Queensland OQ Sing Sing Sing 2024
21 Sep 2024, 4:30pmOpera Queensland StudioImmerse yourself in a night of song and socialising in Sing Sing Sing at the Opera Queensland Studio.
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The Old Rugged Cross The Old Rugged Cross
13 Oct 2024, 6pmConcert Hall, QPACEmma Donovan joins forces with Paul Grabowsky to bring you a soul-stirring evening of heavenly hymns, gospel and traditional music.
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Herbie Hancock Herbie Hancock
17 Oct 2024, 8pmConcert Hall, QPACLiving legend Herbie Hancock is set to light up stages across Australia this October.
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Andreas Scholl in Concert Opera Queensland Andreas Scholl in Concert
18 Oct 2024, 7pmCity Tabernacle Baptist Church (ECTBC)Experience a delightful evening of classical music with world-renowned countertenor Andreas Scholl and chamber group Ensemble Q.
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Jazz Showcase Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University Jazz Showcase
22 Oct 2024, 4pmConservatorium Theatre, QCGUFeaturing a collage of acts by vocal and instrumental students at the Conservatorium Theatre.
Classical
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Australian Chamber Orchestra Tognetti. Mendelssohn. Bach.
16 Sep 2024, 7pmConcert Hall, QPACExperience sparks and soaring melodies as Richard Tognetti directs music close to the heart of the Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO).
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Kristian Winther & Daniel de Borah in Recital Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University Kristian Winther and Daniel de Borah in Recital
19 Sep 2024, 7:30pmIan Hanger Recital Hall, QCGUKristian Winther and Daniel de Borah perform together in Recital at the Ian Hanger Recital Hall, QCGU.
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Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University Chamber Music Side-By-Side with the L.A. Philharmonic
20 Sep 2024, 7:30pmConservatorium Theatre, QCGUChamber music program students perform alongside Queensland Conservatorium faculty and members of the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
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So Much Myself: Piano Portraits Brisbane Festival So Much Myself: Piano Portraits
21 Sep 2024, 7pmConservatorium Theatre, QCGUA musical portrait gallery of female creators spanning a millennium, performed at the Conservatorium Theatre as part of Brisbane Festival 2024.
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OQ Sing Sing Sing 2024 Opera Queensland OQ Sing Sing Sing 2024
21 Sep 2024, 4:30pmOpera Queensland StudioImmerse yourself in a night of song and socialising in Sing Sing Sing at the Opera Queensland Studio.
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AHEP 2024 AHEP 2024
28 Sep 2024, 11am & 4pmConservatorium Theatre, QCGUHear the musical accomplishments of AHEP students in two concerts that showcase wind, brass, percussion, string and voice students.
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SHEP QLD. Concerts 2024 Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University SHEP QLD. Concerts 2024
29 Sep 2024Conservatorium Theatre, QCGUSHEP is an educational program for music students that helps extend and encourage their pursuit of musical excellence.
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Conservatorium Wind Orchestra: Symphonic Winds Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University Conservatorium Wind Orchestra: Symphonic Winds
4 Oct 2024, 7:30pmConservatorium Theatre, QCGUThe Conservatorium Wind Orchestra performs Karel Husa’s Concerto for alto saxophone and Big Band at the Conservatorium Theatre.
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QSO Vignettes Queensland Symphony Orchestra Vignettes
6 Oct 2024, 11:30amConcert Hall, QPACFrom jazz-influenced joy to moments of enchanting lyricism, experience works from musical greats including, Gershwin, Debussy and more!
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String Sensations: John Curro National Youth Concerto Competition Finals Concert Queensland Youth Orchestra String Sensations: John Curro National Youth Concerto Competition
6 Oct 2024, 3pmThe Old Museum Concert HallExperience the excitement as three of Australia’s finest young musicians tackle the most popular string concertos in the repertoire.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra Sounds Like An Orchestra
11 Oct 2024, 11:30amConcert Hall, QPACComposer Paul Rissmann guides young music lovers through the experience, leading to a performance of Leon and the Place Between.
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QSO Reel Classics Queensland Symphony Orchestra Reel Classics
11 - 12 Oct 2024Concert Hall, QPACQSO's tribute to the golden era of Hollywood returns to QPAC for another trip down musical memory lane.
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QSO Sounds Like An Orchestra Family Concert Queensland Symphony Orchestra Sounds Like An Orchestra
12 Oct 2024, 10amConcert Hall, QPACJoin Queensland Symphony Orchestra for an action-packed musical journey, guided by composer Paul Rissmann.
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Ensemble Q and William Barton Musica Viva Australia Ensemble Q and William Barton
12 Oct 2024, 7pmConservatorium Theatre, QCGUA team of classical virtuosos team up with the boundless sonic imagination of William Barton to explore Brahms, Ligeti and more with Ensemble Q.
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Chad Lawson: Classical Music for a Meditative Mindset Chad Lawson: Classical Music for a Meditative Mindset
13 Oct 2024, 8pmCremorne Theatre, QPACJoin world-renowned Pianist and visionary Composer, Chad Lawson for his debut Australian tour, Classical Music for a Meditative Mindset.
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Spring Soirée 2024 Spring Soirée 2024
13 Oct 2024, 2pmIan Hanger Recital Hall, QCGUJoin us for Queensland Medical Orchestra’s annual chamber concert.
Dance
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Common People Dance Eisteddfod Brisbane Festival Common People Dance Eisteddfod
21 Sep 2024, 6pmSouth Bank PiazzaSlap on some sequins and come join the fun with the Common People Dance Eisteddfod at the South Bank Piazza.
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Celtic Illusion – The Magic Returns 2024 Celtic Illusion – The Magic Returns 2024
26 Sep 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACImmerse yourself in the Irish Dance and Grand Illusion sensation, Celtic Illusion – The Magic Returns 2024.
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Queensland Ballet’s Coco Chanel: the Life of a Fashion Icon Queensland Ballet Coco Chanel: the Life of a Fashion Icon
4 - 19 Oct 2024Playhouse, QPACExperience the rags-to-riches tale of fashion icon Coco Chanel in a full-length narrative ballet by acclaimed choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa.
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Boomtown Battle: Bonnie & Clyde Edition Boomtown Battles
12 Oct 2024, 3:30pmPlayhouse, QPACWitness some of Australia’s best Breakers and All-Style dancers compete in a 2-V-2 battle, Bonnie & Clyde edition.
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Queensland Ballet’s The Lady of the Camellias performed by Shanghai Ballet Queensland Ballet The Lady of the Camellias
5 - 8 Dec 2024Lyric Theatre, QPACThe Lady of the Camellias, featuring the Shanghai Ballet, will draw you into a world of love and tragedy in 19th century Paris.
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Queensland Ballet’s The Nutcracker Queensland Ballet The Nutcracker
13 - 21 Dec 2024Lyric Theatre, QPACA sparkling winter wonderland awaits in the delightful holiday ballet that takes place one frosty Christmas Eve night.
Comedy
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Anh Do – The Happiest Refugee Live! Anh Do – The Happiest Refugee Live!
29 Oct 2024, 7:30pmConcert Hall, QPACAnh Do shares his amazing life story, The Happiest Refugee, combining stand-up comedy with real life stories and photos.
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Eric Idle – Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life, Live! Eric Idle – Always Look On The Bright Side Of Life, Live!
6 Nov 2024, 8pmConcert Hall, QPACEric Idle, the star of stage, screen, and comedy, brings his new show, Always Look on the Bright Side of Life, Live! to audiences.
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The Underdogs Show – Unmuzzled 2.0 The Underdogs Show – Unmuzzled 2.0
15 - 16 Nov 2024Playhouse, QPACJoin Benzo, Ludes, and their band for hilarious parodies of hit songs and canine skits.
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A Cracker Kransky Christmas A Cracker Kransky Christmas
17 - 22 Dec 2024Cremorne Theatre, QPACThe Kransky Sisters are bringing the party back to QPAC with Christmas carols like you’ve never heard them before.
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Penn & Teller Penn & Teller
29 Jan - 7 Feb 2025Concert Hall, QPACPenn & Teller will start their 50th anniversary in Australia in 2025 with a suite of brand-new mind-bending tricks.
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Kurtis Conner Kurtis Conner
12 Feb 2025, 7pmConcert Hall, QPACKurtis Conner brings The Goodfellow World Tour to QPAC in February 2025.
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Acknowledgement of Traditional Custodians
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 gives strength, inspiration and courage to current and future generations, both First Nations and non-First Nations peoples, towards creating a better Queensland.