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The New Australian Musical – Black Box is coming to QPAC this May!

BLACK BOX is Queenslander Paul Hodge’s ground-breaking new musical based on the extraordinary true story of David Warren, the Australian inventor who created the black box flight recorder that is now on every plane around the globe, and it will have its world premiere at QPAC’s Cremorne Theatre this May. Driven by the death of his father in an unexplained plane crash when he was eight, BLACK BOX follows David as he fights for an invention that could record the final moments of a ...

Grease is coming to QPAC this December!

Melbourne audiences are loving the brand-new production of GREASE, which opened on New Year's Eve with critics calling it “close to perfection” (Broadway World) and a “bucket list production that should not be missed” (Theatre Matters). The hit musical is currently playing at Her Majesty’s Theatre, Melbourne before it opens in Sydney from 24 March 2024 and Perth from 30 June 2024.   //     GREASE features an all-new set, dazzling costumes and all those ...

James and the Giant Peach is coming to QPAC this March!

Climb aboard the world’s juiciest fruit as Roald Dahl’s James and The Giant Peach rolls off the page and onto the stage in Shake & Stir’s most delicious adventure yet. From the company that brought us the smash-hit, adored seasons of The Twits, Fantastic Mr Fox and George’s Marvellous Medicine comes this bold new theatrical adaptation of one of the most loved children’s classic books. Join James and his collection of curious critters on an enchanting, great escape ...

Rumour Has It is returning to Brisbane this March!

Starring award-winning British performer Naomi Price in her career-defining tour de force, Rumour Has It charts the astonishing story of blockbuster soul sensation Adele with the upfront British wit and heartfelt tunes that made her the highest-selling recording artist of the 21st Century. Hear Adele’s life story come alive in the deliciously frank words of this world-class stage performer, backed by a 20-strong band and special guest vocalists Rachel Everett-Jones, Luke Kennedy and ...

Missy Higgins The Second Act Tour is coming to QPAC this May!

The Second Act Tour will see Missy touring theatres nationally next autumn in a special two act show. The first set each evening will include some brand-new songs, plus a few fan favourites from early in her career, all played in stripped back, acoustic mode. After an intermission Missy will then return with her full band to perform The Sound of White in its entirety plus some of her other hits.   //     The Sound of White is one of the biggest and most influen...

Bluey’s Big Play is coming to QPAC!

When Dad feels like a little bit of Sunday afternoon time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag.   //     Bluey’s Big Play is a theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series, with an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, and music by Bluey composer, Joff Bush. Join the Heelers in their first live theatre show ...

Chicago The Musical is coming to Brisbane January 2024!

One of Australian theatre’s greatest leading men, Anthony Warlow, will step into the shoes of the cunning and charismatic lawyer Billy Flynn. Returning to the stage to play the powerful and glamorous Velma Kelly is one of Australia’s favourite actors, Perth-born Zoë Ventoura. Joining her as the irreverent and determined Roxie Hart is in-demand musical theatre star Lucy Maunder. As Roxie’s gullible and hapless husband, Amos, will be much-loved comedy icon and character actor Peter ...

Aida is coming to QPAC this December!

A story of a love so strong it defies enemy lines. A story of a kingdom in triumph and a nation in chains. A story of betrayal. Verdi’s majestic music makes this epic and enduring favourite. Davide Livermore’s radiant production is a thrilling theatrical experience. Ten towering digital screens create ever-changing floor-to-ceiling set pieces. Immersive digital video design ranges from rich symbolism to vivid landscapes.   //     Opulent costumes and props ...

Kate Ceberano – My Life is a Symphony – Coming to Brisbane for one show only this December!

Singer, songwriter, performer, artist, and legend of Australian music, Kate Ceberano has enjoyed one of the most enduring and inspirational careers in Australian music. My Life Is A Symphony is an album and tour that brings Kate Ceberano back to her essence as a musical force and an electrifying live performer. From rousing anthems such as Brave to soulful ballads like I Don’t know How to Love Him, audiences will witness the voice of a generation amid the grandeur of a symphony ...

Bananaland – A new musical comedy – is coming to QPAC this September!

If that sounds unappealing, you’re right. Kitty Litter have been together for four years, have played five hundred shows, and have one fan. One. One fateful day Kitty Litter take the stage to be greeted by a sold-out audience… of small children. It turns out their furious protest song “Bananaland” has accidently become a hit on the kids’ music charts! Is Kitty Litter destined to become the next Wiggles? Spoiler: yes. And it’s our total delight as the audience to witness ...