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Just announced!
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Clancestry First Gathering
Tue 30 Jul 2024South Bank PiazzaFirst Gathering is a celebration of the vibrant First Nations cultures of Brisbane and marks the official opening of the Clancestry 2024.
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Clancestry Mob Music
1 - 3 Aug 2024, From 6pmQPACThree nights of jam-packed jams on our Mob Music Stage! Enjoy the vibes as the sun goes down with the sounds of our deadly First Nations artists.
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Clancestry Clancestry Creatives
1 - 2 Aug 2024Cremorne TheatreDuring Clancestry, QPAC will be supporting the ongoing creative development of two works: Eat, Slay, Zombie by Alinta McGrady and Growing Back by SOLCHLD.
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Clancestry Clancestry for Kids
Sat 3 Aug 2024, 12pm to 5pmQPACSee the host of activities to get involved in below and be sure to stop by for songs, stories, and cultural activities for the whole family!
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Clancestry Weaving Workshops
Sat 3 Aug 2024Concert Hall FoyerCome and learn to weave at Clancestry! During this free workshop, learn about the regeneration of traditional cultural practices using recycled materials to create your very own masterpiece.
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Clancestry Clancestry Conversations
Sat 3 Aug 2024, 11:30am & 1:30pmCremorne TheatreClancestry Conversations is a curated series of conversations centred around First Nations issues of today.
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Anthony Jeselnik: Bones And All
17 Jul 2024, 7pmConcert HallUS stand-up comedian Anthony Jeselnik is best known for his hit podcast with Gregg Rosenthal and his acclaimed Netflix special Fire in the Maternity Ward.
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Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University Vernon God Little
15 - 17 Aug 2024Cremorne TheatreDon't miss the Queensland Conservatorium 3rd year actors' final play, a darkly riotous adaptation of Vernon God Little.
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Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre Class of 2024 Musical Theatre Showcase
13 – 21 Sep 2024Tony Gould GalleryExperience a talent-packed event highlighting the rich repertoire and superb craftsmanship of graduating students from the Bachelor of Musical Theatre program.
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An Evening In Concert with 2nd Year Musical Theatre Students
25 - 26 Oct 2024Tony Gould GalleryCelebrating the progress of second year musical theatre students, enjoy a beautiful array of songs performed at the Tony Gould Gallery.
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Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre Edges
12 - 16 Nov 2024Tony Gould GalleryThis song-cycle by Tony-nominated duo Benj Pasek and Justin Paul explores themes of love and identity and delves into the complexities of relationships and self-discovery.
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World Science Festival Brisbane
Watch NowDigital StageEnjoy this tribute to the relentless spirit of scientific inquiry. Now available to stream free on Digital Stage.
What’s On
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Camerata Camerata & Karin Schaupp: Serenade
22 May 2024, 7:30pmConcert HallFeaturing Australia guitar virtuoso, Karin Schaupp this performance showcases two exquisite pieces of music for guitar and strings.
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RBG: Of Many, One
Now PlayingPlayhouseSuzie Miller’s smash-hit production tells the story of the indomitable Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
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Beauty and the Beast the Musical
Now PlayingLyric TheatreThis enchanting and timeless tale has been brought to life in Disney’s brand new production. This much loved musical must close on 9 June 2024.
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Free The World From Above
QPAC TunnelPose against stylised wings, capture moments, and share your soaring selfies #atqpac. Lightness. Possibility. Perspective.
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Missy Higgins – The Second Act Tour 2024
23 May - 6 Jun 2024Concert HallBeloved Australian singer-songwriter Missy Higgins celebrates 20 years of The Sound of White with The Second Act Tour.
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Queensland Youth Symphony Modern Masterpieces
25 May 2024, 7pmConcert HallBe the first to experience the world premiere of Paul Dean's Symphony No. 2. Dedicated to the Queensland Youth Symphony.
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Ari Shaffir
31 May 2024, 8pmConcert HallKnown for his edgy humour, American comedian Ari is a favourite in the comedy podcast world with numerous appearances on popular shows.
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Dead Puppet Society The Wider Earth by David Morton
Rent NowDigital StageAn ensemble cast, remarkable puppetry and cinematic projections. Don't miss this gripping tale behind one of the most important discoveries in history.
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Southern Cross Soloists Perfumes of the East
2 Jun 2024, 3pmConcert HallEmbark on a sensory voyage into the realm of the exotic with this vibrant musical tapestry featuring Konstantin Shamray in Saint-Saëns' Egyptian Piano Concerto No.5.
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Axion Esti and Masterworks
5 Jun 2024, 7pmConcert HallWitness a breathtaking celebration of the works of composer Mikis Theodorakis and Nobel Prize-winning poet Odysseas Elytis.
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Queensland Ballet Coppélia
7 - 22 Jun 2024PlayhouseA beautiful, life-like doll and two quarrelling young lovers create comic chaos in this spirited ballet.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra The Lost Birds
8 - 9 Jun 2024Concert HallSoar above the noise of the everyday and into a pastoral haven rich with reflection in this breathtaking production of The Lost Birds.
Seasons and Festivals
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Clancestry
Clancestry returns this year from 30 July with a program of First Nations arts and culture at QPAC.
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Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra
Join Camerata for a season of uniquely inspiring music with their trademark innovation, passion, and energy, all with no conductor in sight.
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Changing the Conversation
A series of thought-provoking discussions that explores and challenges our understandings of Australian identity.
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Queensland Ballet
Luminous, bold, and bright, Queensland Ballet's 2024 Season presents colourful characters and stories from literature, history, and imagination.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Discover Queensland Symphony Orchestra's 2024 Season, which centres on Romanticism with music by the great German Romantics - Mahler, Strauss, Brahms, Mendelssohn and Schumann.
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Musica Viva Australia
Musica Viva Australia's 2024 embraces how difference ignites creativity with seven national tours.
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Southern Cross Soloists
A musical voyage that delves into the concept of romanticism.
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Australian Chamber Orchestra
Experience the thrill of live music like never before with the Australian Chamber Orchestra in 2024.
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Opera Queensland
Opera Queensland's 2024 Season showcases ambitious programming and fresh approaches to what opera can be.
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Queensland Theatre
The 2024 Season is here and it’s bursting with feeling! It will take you on an emotional journey of betrayal, courage, longing, rage, trust and love before sending you ‘round the twist.
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World Science Festival Brisbane
Ask, and answer, some of the biggest questions facing humankind.
Newsroom
Stay updated with our latest newsroom articles. Read them here.
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SIX the Musical crowns its new Australian Queens!
SIX the Musical, the global phenomenon which has taken the world by storm, has announced its new Australian cast!
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Behind the Curtain: Manager – Technical Training
We chatted to Graham Menzies, QPAC’s Manager of Technical Training, to find out more about his role, the importance of technical training in the performing arts and his advice for those looking to get involved.
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Axion Esti and Masterworks
In a stunning one-night-only concert event, the internationally acclaimed works of Greek composer Mikis Theodorakis and Nobel Prize-winning poet Odysseas Elytis will come to life in Axion Esti and Masterworks.
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An Evening with Vika & Linda
The powerful voices of Vika & Linda Bull, one of Australia’s most loved vocal duos of their generation, will fill the Concert Hall QPAC on Tuesday 9 July 2024.
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Acclaimed First Nations artists gather for music and storytelling in Warriors
The world premiere of the First Nations contemporary music event Warriors has been announced as part of Clancestry 2024.
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Ensemble Q's The Trout
The program showcased five quintets, offering the audience a journey through a spectrum of emotions and musical landscapes.
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The smash hit Tina-The Tina Turner Musical previews in Brisbane commence June 29 at QPAC
The musical reveals a comeback story like no other, of a woman who dared to defy the bounds of her age, gender and race to become the global Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll.
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Bangarra Dance Theatre's Waru to make a splash in QPAC's Playhouse this June
Bangarra Dance Theatre will bring its work for children, Waru – journey of the small turtle to QPAC this June.
Engage
Through outreach programs and community events, we strive to create connections and foster a sense of belonging within our community. We invite you to join us on this journey of exploration, inspiration, and creativity.
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First Nations
Our First Nations program is bold, resilient, and features fierce black work from local, regional and national First Nations artists.
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Behind the Scenes
Our Behind the Scenes series takes you on an exclusive journey into the heart of QPAC, where the magic of the stage comes to life.
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Projects and Events
QPAC is more than a venue; it's a creative hub where communities come together to celebrate, learn, and grow through the transformative power of the arts.
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Schools
Our team is dedicated to creating memorable and educational experiences for students of all ages and backgrounds.
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Digital Stage
Digital Stage provides a platform for a diverse range of performances, bringing the arts beyond the theatre walls.
Support
At QPAC, we believe that the arts have the power to transform lives, inspire creativity, and build vibrant communities.
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Donate Today
Donate to QPAC today and become a beacon of support for the arts. Your contribution matters, and your impact is profound.
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Partnerships
Our Partners help us continue to inspire, educate, and entertain Queensland and beyond.
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Philanthropy
Help us to expand the impact of our work and contribute towards a vibrant, inclusive and connected Queensland.
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Friends of QPAC
Designed to immerse you in the heart of our vibrant world of live performances. Join us on a journey to celebrate our collective passion for the arts.
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Support
Support QPAC to help nurture and celebrate Queensland's rich artistic heritage while fostering innovation and creativity for the future.
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