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Macbeth is coming to La Boite this March!

In this reimagining of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, the Witches—whose cryptic prophecies drive Macbeth to murder, madness, and ruin—become the focus. Their deep spiritual and philosophical connection to the Earth reveals a world groaning under the weight of human ambition. Through their eyes, we see not just Macbeth’s bloody climb to the throne, but the profound consequences of our insatiable desire for power. In this innovative production, the Weird Sisters are no longer mere bystan...

Immerse yourself in Music at Dendy Powerhouse Outdoor Cinema!

‘Come From The Land of Ice and Snow’, ‘Take the Stairway to Heaven’ and ‘Show a Whole Lotta Love’ for our screening of BECOMING LED ZEPPELIN as part of the Brisbane Powerhouse’s ΩHM FESTIVAL OF OTHER MUSIC. Becoming Led Zeppelin is an access all areas journey that dives into the rise of the epochal rock group. It is the only documentary of its kind that the band themselves have participated in. The documentary includes new interviews with Jimmy Page, Robert Plant and John ...

Peter and the Starcatcher is coming to QPAC this March!

Immerse yourself in this hilarious swashbuckling prequel to Peter Pan that will have you hooked from the moment you let your imagination take flight. Starring Pete Helliar (The Amazing Race), Colin Lane (Lano & Woodley), Alison Whyte (Frontline), Paul Capsis (La Cage Aux Folles), Olivia Deeble (Home and Away), and Otis Dhanji (Aquaman).   //   Get ready to embark on a spectacular journey with 15 actors and musicians, 100 characters, 90 puppets, and 60 costumes ...

Asia Pacific Triennial Cinema Children of Independence: The Rise of Central Asian Cinema

Emerging from years of Soviet Union rule, which heavily restricted what stories could be told, a new wave of filmmakers born after the declaration of independence in 1991 are leading the rise of films that unflinchingly have much to say about injustice, culture and tradition.   //   Asia Pacific Triennial Cinema Children of Independence: The Rise of Central Asian Cinema Gallery of Modern Art & Cinema A, Brisbane 12 February – 19 March 2025 www.qagoma.qld.g...

Blussh Romance Festival is back just in time for Valentines Day!

This Valentine’s weekend, celebrate all things romance as Blussh Romance Festival returns for its second year, bringing two days of events for romance film and book lovers to South/City/SQ, Wooloongabba. Kicking off on Valentine’s Day, Friday 14 February, bring your Valentine or Galentines for an evening filled with romance, sparkle and plenty of bubbly. Strut your stuff on the pink carpet, mingle with authors and film stars, and enjoy a complimentary Byron Bay Spirits Co cocktail ...

King Tut’s Curse and the “Truth” about Ancient Egypt

Who owns the “truth” about the past? Today’s power struggle between scientific and sensational interpretations of ancient Egypt began with the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb a century ago. In recently rediscovered private letters, psychics and tabloid journalists challenged Howard Carter’s authority with dire warnings about the supernatural vengeance that awaited him. The invention of “King Tut’s Curse” reveals the eccentric personalities and toxic rivalries that gave birth ...

BrisAsia 2025 returns for the Lunar New Year!

Symbolising wisdom, rebirth and new beginnings, this festival will ignite your imagination with an extraordinary fusion of tradition and modern creativity. Brisbane will come to life with more than 25 activities and events over 10 spectacular days filled with unmissable street performances, awe-inspiring contemporary art, K-Pop showcases, street cars, live music and dazzling displays of traditional and contemporary dance.   //   This year’s world class festival ...

Asia Pacific Triennial Cinema – Future Visions

Throughout cinematic history, ‘the future’ has served as a rich playground for filmmakers to explore the imagined, the taboo and the unknown. Today, anthropocentric concerns, including the accelerated rate of climate change, increased migration, and the rapid pace of technological development, have catapulted concerns about the future of the environment, culture and identity into the present, raising questions about the legacies of humankind.   //   Presented across ...

Grease the Musical Theatre Review

The visual production is solid and emphasizes the participants' song and dance moves, which they duly deliver. The intro images quietly playing before things get underway really set the tone. Their low-res look is matched by a drive-in theatre from the fifties content, which is a perfect fit. And really, who doesn’t want to visit the snack bar?   //   The cast’s physical talents are on full display from the start, and the segments featuring the full cast are infect...

Asia Pacific Triennial Cinema – Kamila Andini

Her stories draw from Indonesian art traditions including costume, dance and theatre regularly focussing on women navigating cultural restrictions and expectations. Her films masterfully explore the narrative through nuanced relationships between parents and children, husband and wife, siblings and young love. Andini has found acclaim at many of the world’s leading international film festivals – including Berlin, Toronto, Tokyo and Busan.   //   This program ...