Tim Finn writes new songs for Shakespeare’s best comedy – Twelfth Night!
Opening on April 24 in the Playhouse at QPAC, Queensland Theatre’s Twelfth Night stars a rollcall of the very best Shakespearean specialists including performing with a live band onstage under the inspired directorship of Sam Strong. They will bring Shakespeare’s hilarious and ageless characters to life, with the music of Tim Finn providing an unparalleled soundtrack to one of the Bard’s most appealing tales.
Sam Strong explains, “our starting point for this Queensland Theatre ...
Patricia Piccinini – Curious Affection Exhibition at GoMA
Known for her imaginative, yet strangely familiar, lifelike hybrid creatures, Piccinini invites us to think about our place in a world where advances in biotechnology and digital technologies are challenging the boundaries of humanity.
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Working in Melbourne, Piccinini has attracted international renown since 2003, when she represented Australia at the prestigious Venice Biennale. Most recently, her exhibition ‘Consciousness’, which toured Brazil in 2016–17, ...
BRISTOPIA Exhibition at the Museum of Brisbane
As Brisbane grows we reflect upon the elements of our city that nurture and connect us. BRISTOPIA invites you to contribute your voice to this conversation by exploring the values you hold in relation to community, the environment and well-being.
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Blending interactive technology with whimsical illustrations by Megan McKean, this playful installation places community at the heart of our city and seeks to inspire the dreamer in us all. Immerse yourself in our ...
Maiwar Exhibition
Now in its third year, the month-long program offers in-depth learning and engagement with First Nation contemporary art practices which include nine outdoor gallery sites including a display at Museum of Brisbane and large-scale projections on to the William Jolly Bridge. Maiwar also offers opportunities for the public to chat with the artists and curators at the one the many guided tours and panel discussions.
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Artwork in Maiwar 2018 responds to the thematic concept of ‘endu...
The Spanish Film Festival Returns for 2018 with a stellar lineup!
The twenty-day festival, which showcases 25 films, will close with Guillermo del Toro’s masterpiece PAN’S LABYRINTH. The visionary Mexican director recently took home four Academy Awards including Best Film and Best Director with a further nine nominations for his whimsical and spellbinding underwater romance The Shape of Water. To celebrate this incredible achievement, we’re bringing his beloved dark fairy-tale back to the big screen to close the 21st Festival.
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$5 movie tickets at Dendy Coorparoo (yes you read that right!)
Book your tickets online for standard sessions between Thursday, 12th April and Wednesday, 18th April and get tickets for just $5 each.
For a luxurious movie experience, cinema-goers can also treat themselves to the brand new Premium Lounge for just $10 each when booking online. Dendy Premium Lounge boasts its own exclusive Lounge bar with panoramic views, full in-seat dining and bar service as well as stylish and comfortable reclining seats.
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SUPERDUPERKYLE coming to Australia this May for his debut tour!
South of the equator for Groovin’ The Moo, the Ventura-native will bring his trademark brand of feel good hip-hop to Aussie fans for the very first time – kicking things off at Sydney’s Manning Bar on Tuesday May 1, Melbourne’s Corner Hotel on Wednesday May 2, Brisbane’s Woolly Mammoth on Wednesday May 9, and wrapping up on the west coast at Perth’s Jack Rabbit Slims on Thursday May 11.
Lauded for his playful lyrics, video-game sampling and positive “you, do you” attitude, ...
Egyptian Mummies: Exploring Ancient Lives at the Queensland Museum
Come face-to-face with six ancient Egyptian mummies and use the latest technology to go beyond the wrappings and discover what lies beneath in Egyptian Mummies: Exploring Ancient Lives.
Six mummies selected from the British Museum collection who lived and died in Egypt between 1800 and 3000 years ago will be on display alongside their 3D CT scan visualisations that unlock hidden secrets of mummification and provide a unique insight into the everyday lives of ancient Egyptians.
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The Apia Young at Heart Film Festival 2018 now screening around the country!
With 16 films scheduled across 11 venues in 5 cities, the Apia Young at Heart Film Festival is dedicated to seniors, but the curated program will appeal to discerning film lovers of all ages. This year, early evening sessions have been added to the schedule, making the festival even more accessible for everyone.
Highly anticipated festival favourites include:
On Chesil Beach in which Saoirse Ronan (Brooklyn) and Billy Howle star as Florence and Edward, a young couple on their honeymoon ...
Slam Poetry + Symphony Orchestra at Brisbane Powerhouse!
Controversial stories through spoken word and the sounds of Queensland Symphony Orchestra – what a combo! Slam Poet and renowned wordsmith Luka Lesson will team together with the incredible Queensland Symphony Orchestra – for a one night only as part of the 2018 WAVE Festival on Friday 20 April 2018.
An Australian poet of Greek heritage, Luka Lesson has a way with words and will apply his unique blend of performance poetry and lyricism, dissecting the legacy and effect left by Major ...
