“It feels strange but also right to announce that the year of our 15th anniversary will also be our last. We are hitting the road one last time to cap off an incredible 15 year run to say thank you to everyone who has danced, partied, sang, written to us and contributed.”

Born out of warehouse parties in the height of the 2000s indie movement, they erupted on the scene with a raucous live show that merged the relationship between stage and audience, creating a space where people could enjoy a gig like it was a friend’s house party. 2011’s Self Titled EP saw the bands’ sound develop a depth of musicality and substance, yet maintain a firm grip on their hedonistic hi-energy attitude.

“When we first started Northeast it was our dream to create a space where people could enjoy a gig like it was a friend’s house party. We had no idea that the house party would last for 15 years.”

“Our Triple J Unearthed win in 2010 marked the beginning of an adventure beyond our greatest ambitions. From there we played countless festivals, headlined The Forum, toured the US and Europe, and performed at Splendour in The Grass to a full tent in 2021.”

Off the back of a standout performance at Falls Festival 2011, they built a reputation as one of the best live bands in the country, providing stable footing for the release of debut album Any Given Weekend (2014), which skilfully blurred indie rock and electronic music.

They built their own niche community, rallying together unattached people in a reckless pursuit of a good time, with ideas like spending government payments on partying – ‘‘lets all get on youth allowance’’. Growing their audience with consistent touring, the bands most successful moments lay ahead with the release of 2016’s Dare (featuring ‘Calypso Beach’), 2019’s Shelf Life (featuring ‘Magnify’) and 2024’s Enhancer (featuring ‘Brain Freeze’), cementing their reputation for outstanding live shows, a strong grasp of liberating melody, and an unapologetic celebration of life’s wild moments.

Northeast Party House – The Final Party Tour
17 OCTOBER – FREO SOCIAL – FREMANTLE, WA
18 OCTOBER – THE GOV – ADELAIDE, SA
25 OCTOBER – FACTORY THEATRE – SYDNEY, NSW
14 NOVEMBER – THE TIVOLI – BRISBANE, QLD
27-28 NOVEMBER – 170 RUSSELL – MELBOURNE, VIC
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Queensland’s quirkiest winter arts festival will once again transform Brisbane’s bayside into a buzzing hub of music, comedy, cabaret and circus from 2 – 20 July 2025.

Wynnum Fringe Founder and CEO / Artistic Director Tom Oliver said this year’s program was built around the idea of connection – cultural, creative and geographical.

“Our 2025 theme is Mateship, a celebration of connection in all its forms,” Oliver said.

“It’s about the ties that bind us, between artists and audiences, city and country, and the bush and the bay.

“From the Augathella Spiegeltent to our brand-new precinct inspired by regional Queensland, this year’s festival is all about championing big talent, big stories and big love for Queensland.”

What began as a grassroots COVID recovery initiative in 2020 has grown into one of the state’s most anticipated cultural events, with audiences increasingly drawn to its fiercely local personality and line-up of big-name artists.

“It is a festival that feels both intimate and world-class and that is what keeps audiences coming back,” Oliver said.

The beating heart of this year’s Wynnum Fringe is the iconic Augathella Spiegeltent, a 380-seat revitalised performance tent proudly positioned on Bay Terrace.

Designed by the world-renowned Klessens family for Queensland’s and relocated 750 kilometres from Augathella to Wynnum last year following a people-powered crowdfunding campaign, the tent is a masterful fusion of the traditional Belgian craftsmanship and the raw, nostalgic aesthetic of an Australian shearing shed.

The special Augathella-Wynnum bond as “Sister Suburbs” sets the tone for this year’s festival, which further strengthens its ties to regional Queensland through a new precinct celebrating the spirit of the outback and the introduction of a beloved bush tradition, the Wynnum B&S Ball.

Hosted in the historic Spiegeltent and featuring live sets from some of the state’s best country music artists, the ball brings the bush to the bay and revives a rite of passage once named a Q150 Icon for its cultural significance.

The Wynnum B&S Ball is one of just 110 ticketed experiences on offer throughout the three-week celebration, which welcomes a mix of headline talent, emerging artists and returning festival favourites.

Comedy royalty Wil Anderson and Dave Thornton bring their razor-sharp wit and signature storytelling to the Spiegeltent stage, while beloved stage icon Rhonda Burchmore returns with her hit cabaret show Rhonda’s After Party, fresh from a sold-out season and ahead of a starring run at Darwin Festival.

For those who love their cabaret circus with extra cheek, the return of the five-star adults-only RAILED, described as a fusion of Cirque du Soleil and Magic Mike, is a must-see.

Music fans are in for a treat with an exclusive Australian debut performance from acclaimed American musician Theo Katzman, best known for his work with the funk-pop group Vulfpeck.

Also on the bill are intimate live sets from some of Australia’s most celebrated vocalists including Wesley Dean, Mirusia, Tex Perkins, Matt Walker, Tyrone Noonan, Karise Eden, Greg Gould and Trevor Jones.

Family entertainment abounds during the winter school holidays, with family favourites Kaboom, The Greatest Magic Show, Circus The Show and All Star Circus playing across both weeks to keep little ones entertained.

Local legends Shake & Stir are presenting three crowd-pleasing productions: George’s Marvellous Medicine and Burn Out for school students on July 18, and Romeo & Juliet for people of all ages – a rare romantic outing to a Spiegeltent.

While two Wynnum Fringe signature events also return by popular demand: Bay Pride, the inclusive community celebration recently crowned Event of the Year at the 63rd Annual Queens Ball Awards, and Yana Marumba (Walk Through Time), a powerful opening ceremony celebrating local First Nations culture.

Australian icon and Wynnum Fringe ambassador Rhonda Burchmore called the festival one of the most electric, joy-filled events in the country.

“Wynnum Fringe has become one of my favourite gigs on the calendar,” Burchmore said.

“It is glamorous, grassroots and gloriously fun and I am thrilled to be back with the fabulous people of the bay.”

Wynnum Fringe
2 – 20 July 2025
Various locations
www.wynnumfringe.com

His arrival in Australia will follow a massive run of UK, European and American dates and celebrates the release of his eighth solo album, The Overview, out now via Fiction Records.

Fans can expect a captivating live experience from one of contemporary music’s most boundary pushing, genre bending artists. Accompanied by accomplished and seasoned veterans including Nick Beggs on bass (Mute Gods, Steve Hackett), legendary jazz keyboardist, Adam Holzman (Miles Davis, Ray Manzarek), Craig Blundell on drums (Steve Hackett, Frost) and Randy McStine on guitars (Marco Minnemann, The Fringe) this world class line up will bring the expansive, progressive soundscapes to life in a way that can only be experienced in a live setting.

The Overview is a 42-minute conceptual journey inspired by the ‘overview effect’ of astronauts viewing Earth from space and marks a return to the long form progressive style Steven Wilson redefined with the iconic Porcupine Tree and his earlier solo work. Featuring two ambitious tracks and immersive spatial audio production, The Overview blends progressive sprawl with cinematic electronics and lush, immersive vibes all wrapped in spatial audio wizardry.

It’s a bold addition to his repertoire which also includes six Grammy nominations, three consecutive UK Top 5 albums and a string of iconic remixes for artists including, Pink Floyd, The Who, King Crimson and Tears For Fears.

The Overview Tour promises to be a thrilling and dynamic experience. Expect a set packed with The Overview’s mind-bending sprawl alongside cuts from his acclaimed and peerless career.

It’s vast, it’s other worldly and it’s been too long since Wilson last hit Australian soil. Fans have been yearning for his return and it’s set to be unforgettable and simply unmissable.

Don’t miss this rare chance to see Steven Wilson live this November, performing music that challenges and inspires in equal measure.

Steven Wilson – The Overview Tour
17 November 2025, 7pm
Concert Hall, QPAC, Brisbane
www.qpac.com.au

This renowned Mexican duo, Rodrigo Sánchez and Gabriela Quintero, have earned global acclaim for their dazzling performances and genre-bending sound. From humble beginnings as buskers on Dublin’s Grafton Street, Rodrigo y Gabriela rapidly became an international sensation, known for their virtuosic skill and passion for live performance. Their most recent work, Mettavolution, won a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album in 2020, solidifying their place in the global music scene.

Expect a mesmerising live show, as Rodrigo y Gabriela bring their renowned energy and captivating musicianship to Brisbane audiences, with a setlist blending favourites and selections from Mettavolution. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see the duo live, where each performance promises an unforgettable journey through their unique musical alchemy.

Rodrigo y Gabriela
Playhouse – QPAC, Brisbane
13 Aprilo 2025
www.qpac.com.au

Settle in with a cocktail as the North Pole’s naughtiest performers show you what Santa really gets up to each holiday season.

With a live band playing everything from pop music and original songs, to Christmas carols as you’ve never heard them before, you’ll be begging to sit on Santa’s lap!

Hilarious, witty, and incredibly sexy, it’s everything your uncle at Christmas dinner wishes he could be. Now in its eighth year running, A Very Naughty Christmas really is the gift that keeps on giving… and giving… and giving! Book now for your place on Santa’s naughty list!

A Very Naughty Christmas
November 28 – December 8 2024
La Boite Theatre, Kelvin Grove
www.tickets.laboite.com.au

Then, allow yourself to be lured to the depths of a crazed composer’s mind in Symphonie Fantastique.

The Chief Conductor Umberto Clerici will energise the orchestra with Berlioz’s evocative cocktail of opium and desire and actor Robert Hofmann will set a nightmarish scene.

Between these killer works you’ll hear Ravel’s Tzigane, rapsodie de concert, as Hungarian violinist József Lendvay will hold you in the clutches of this spellbinding solo infused with a gypsy spirit.

Symphony Fantastic – Love, Lust and Madness
17 – 18 May 2024
Concert Hall, QPAC, Brisbane
www.qso.com.au

Tickets are now available for all performances, so it’s time to secure your seats to this strictly limited season. TINA tells the inspiring life story of Tina Turner the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll, a woman who didn’t just break the rules, she rewrote them. Featuring more than 20 of her most iconic hits, including “Simply the Best”, “River Deep – Mountain High” and “What’s Love Got to Do With It”, this heart pumping production will have you up on your feet! .

“Tears, laughter, dancing, colour, and some of the most memorable pop’n’soul hits of all time.” (Xpress Magazine)

TINA – The Tina Turner Musical
29 June to 23 August 2024
QPAC, Brisbane
www.qpac.com.au

The PAW Patrol are on a roll, returning in person and LIVE on stage! The heroic pups from the top-rated animated preschool series PAW Patrol, produced by Spin Master Entertainment and airing on Nickelodeon, will visit Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide – and for the first time, Hobart – from July to September 2024. Australian tour tickets will go on sale to the public at 10:00am local time on Thursday 21 March at www.pawpatrollive.com.au

It’s the day of the Great Adventure Bay Race between Adventure Bay’s Mayor Goodway and Foggy Bottom’s Mayor Humdinger, but Mayor Goodway is nowhere to be found. PAW Patrol to the rescue! Ryder summons Marshall, Chase, Skye, Rubble, Rocky, Zuma and Everest to rescue Mayor Goodway and to run the race in her place. Using their unique skills and teamwork, the pups show that “no job is too big, no pup is too small.” Through an exciting storyline and upbeat music, Ryder and the pups share lessons for all ages about citizenship, social skills and problem-solving as they make several heroic rescues on their race to the finish line.

“We are thrilled to partner with TEG Life Like Touring and VStar Entertainment Group to bring PAW Patrol Live! back to families in Australia. This unique stage production promises adventure at every turn, as the audience works together to help our heroic pups save the day,” said Rachel Karpf, Vice President of Experiences and Live Stage for Paramount.

“We know that children and parents alike will love experiencing their favourite pups back on stage,” said Rachael Carroll, Managing Director, TEG Sport and Experiences. “Australian audiences overwhelmed us with requests for another PAW Patrol Live! tour so we are excited to be bringing this live show back at last.”

PAW Patrol Live! “Race to the Rescue” is the perfect way for families to create lifelong memories and provides kids the opportunity to experience theatre, maybe for the first time. Since its debut in 2016, PAW Patrol Live! has been seen by over 5.5 million people, providing fans in over 40 countries with an unforgettable Broadway-style production. The performance is an interactive live stage show, encouraging audiences to engage through call and response and audience interaction. Dance the Pup Pup Boogie, help the pups rescue Mayor Goodway and win the race!

Classic theatrical scenery, along with a high-tech video wall, visually transports families to an authentic PAW Patrol environment, including locations from the TV series, like Adventure Bay, The Lookout, Seal Island, Farmer Yumi’s farm and Jake’s Mountain.

PAW Patrol Live! “Race to the Rescue” – 2024 Australian Tour
27 July 2024 – HOBART, MyStateBank Arena
3 August 2024 – BRISBANE, Brisbane Entertainment Centre
10-11 August 2024 – SYDNEY, Aware Super Theatre, ICC Sydney
24 August 2024 – ADELAIDE, Adelaide Entertainment Centre
31 August 2024 – MELBOURNE, Margaret Court Arena
1 September 2024 – MELBOURNE, Margaret Court Arena
www.pawpatrollive.com.au

Are you ready?! Following massive sold out shows across Europe, UK and the USA in 2023 – which should come as no surprise for the Greatest Band That Ever Played on Planet Earth – GRAMMY®-winning dynamic duo Tenacious D, featuring Jack Black and Kyle Gass, will bring their Spicy Meatball Tour down under to Australia in July 2024!

Tenacious D Spicy Meatball Tour
14 July 2024 – ICC Sydney Theatre, Sydney
16 July 2024 – Newcastle Entertainment Centre, Newcastle
18 July 2024 – Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane
20 July 2024 – Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
22 July 2024 – Adelaide Entertainment Centre, Adelaide
www.frontiertouring.com

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 Lai Utovou.

Featuring the biggest hits from record-breaking albums 19, 21, 25 and 30 including ‘Rumour Has It’, ‘Rolling in the Deep’, ‘Hello’, ‘Skyfall’, ‘Easy on Me’, ‘Someone Like You’ and more, Rumour Has It is an unmissable evening of story and song.

Rumour Has It
2 March 2024
Concert Hall, QPAC, Brisbane
www.rumourhasit.com.au