The Talbot Theatre is designed to enable full-scale Queensland Ballet rehearsals and performances. The theatre also showcases Queensland Ballet Academy dancers, works for young audiences, masterclasses, and community activities.
The theatre has been generously supported by the Ken Talbot Foundation, named in Ken Talbot's memory and embodying his passion for arts, education, and community.
Located in the Thomas Dixon Centre 406 Montague Rd, West End QLD, 4101.
What's on at the Talbot Theatre
Queensland Museum Rail Workshops – General Admission
All aboard Queensland Museum Rail Workshops for an eye-opening journey through the rail state’s history.
Queensland Museum Cobb+Co – General Admission
Experience Toowoomba's collection of colonial transport including more than 50 horse-drawn vehicles while honouring Australia’s craftsmen.
Queensland Museum Tropics – General Admission
Discover artefacts from the HMS Pandora, enjoy Discover Tropical Queensland, and engage with interactive exhibits at the Sciencentre.
An Evening with Dolly Alderton
Spend a heart-warming evening in the company of award-winning podcaster, author, screenwriter, and journalist Dolly Alderton.
Introduction to Ancient Egypt Lecture Series
Take an introductory course in Egyptology with our weekly series of lectures on Ancient Egypt, delivered by Dr Serena Love.
WICKED
The 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.
Opera Queensland Group Vocal Workshops – Christmas Edition
Celebrate Christmas through song with Opera Queensland.
Cobb+Co Hands-on Workshops 2024
Discover your inner artisan at our Hands-on Workshops, where you can learn traditional skills with a modern twist.
Queensland Theatre Round The Twist The Musical
A quintessentially Australian joyous celebration of oddballs and misfits – where if you stand out then you’ll fit right in!
Opera Queensland Opera Club
Opera 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.
Discovering Ancient Egypt
Journey back through time to explore the mysteries, artistry and rituals from one of the world’s most captivating civilisations.
Taste of QAGOMA: Tour and Lunch Experience
Discover the history of the QAGOMA, explore key artworks, and enjoy a relaxing lunch at the GOMA Bistro by the river.
Changing the Conversation Words That Bind
Join us for a panel conversation about the transformative potential of language diversity as a tool for nation building and social inclusion.
Musica Viva Australia Musica Alchemica
Introducing Lina Tur Bonet, fearless violinist and musical imaginista, and leader of Musica Alchemica, her hand-picked ensemble of baroque experts.
Tribute to Duke Ellington – James Morrison and His Big Band
Swing along to this very special Duke Ellington tribute to hear all his big band classics with international jazz maestro, James Morrison.
Queensland Symphony Orchestra Cinematic
Lights, Camera, Action! Cinematic is back for a fifth year of film favourites with conductor and host Nicholas Buc.