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Just announced!
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Max Richter – World Tour
11 Feb 2025, 7:30pmConcert HallExperience one of the most prodigious figures on the contemporary music scene, Max Richter, as he performs his classic album, The Blue Notebooks.
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Sister Act
From Feb 2025Lyric TheatrePraise be! The habit is coming to Brisbane. A musical sent from above, Sister Act is the brilliant, must-see show which raises the spirits and warms the soul time after time.
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Rory Stewart – Politics on the Edge
2 Nov 2024, 7pmConcert HallJoin Rory Stewart for an evening of no-holds barred discussion on crisis, politics, and the world order.
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Forest Song & Don Quixote
2 Jul 2024, 7:30pmConcert HallThe Grand Kyiv Ballet of Ukraine will return to Australia to present their double bill of Forest Song & Don Quixote.
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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.
What’s On
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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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Beauty and the Beast the Musical
Must close 9 JuneLyric 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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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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Missy Higgins – The Second Act Tour 2024
6 Jun 2024, 7:30pmConcert HallBeloved Australian singer-songwriter Missy Higgins celebrates 20 years of The Sound of White with The Second Act Tour.
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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.
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Fourteen
12 Jun - 6 Jul 2024Cremorne TheatreReturning to QPAC, Fourteen is a story of self-discovery and resilience, set to a nostalgic mixtape of 90s bangers from Shania to The Spice Girls.
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Australian Chamber Orchestra Altstaedt Plays Haydn and Tchaikovsky
17 Jun 2024, 7pmConcert HallWorld-renowned cellist and master storyteller Altstaedt makes his ACO debut as soloist and guest director.
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Musica Viva Australia Kirill Gerstein
19 Jun 2024, 7pmConcert HallDiscover the art of the impossible when Kirill Gerstein, poet of the piano, plays Liszt, Chopin, Godowsky and Lim.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra Brahms and Rachmaninov
21 - 22 Jun 2024Concert HallIllustrious conductor Jaime Martín joins our musicians for this spectacular concert celebrating the works of Brahms and Rachmaninov.
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Medici Concerts Piers Lane
23 Jun 2024, 3pmConcert HallA longtime favourite of Brisbane audiences, Piers Lane returns to the Medici Series with a delectable program of music.
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.
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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 takes 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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QPAC's Clancestry to light up South Bank this July and August
An iconic event on QPAC’s calendar since 2013, Clancestry is a celebration of identity and connection, providing a platform for both established and emerging First Nations artists.
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National Reconciliation Week 2024
National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and explore how to contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
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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 spoke with Graham Menzies about his role, the importance of technical training, and advice for aspiring technicians.
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Axion Esti and Masterworks
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.
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 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
Immerse yourself in the heart of QPAC with a Friends of QPAC membership, designed to celebrate our shared love for live performance.
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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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