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The Great Debate Brisbane Festival The Great Debate
20 Sep 2025, 6pmMelbourne Street GreenWhether you’re proudly northside, fiercely southside, or just here for the drama, The Great Debate will have you laughing and cheering!
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Organ Recital with Christopher Wrench QPAC 40 Open Day Organ Recital with Christopher Wrench
31 Aug 2025, 10am & 1pmConcert HallDon’t miss this rare opportunity to witness the grandeur of QPAC’s Klais Grand Organ in this free concert as part of the QPAC 40 Open Day.
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Backstage Tours QPAC 40 Open Day Backstage Tours
31 Aug 2025, From 9:45amQPACExperience what goes on behind the scenes at QPAC with an experienced tour guide as part of QPAC 40 Open Day.
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Brisbane Open House QPAC 40 Open Day Tactile Tours
31 Aug 2025, 10:30am & 1pmQPACThe Tactile Tours offer blind and low-vision patrons the chance to touch and examine costumes, props and other items as part of QPAC 40 Open Day.
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Brisbane Open House QPAC 40 Open Day BlackCard Cultural Tour
31 Aug 2025, 9:45am & 12pmQPACTake a tour around the Cultural Precinct to explore First Nations public artworks and learn stories about the broader area as part of QPAC 40 Open Day.
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Behind the Curtain – Production Taster Workshops QPAC 40 Open Day Behind the Curtain – Production Taster Workshops
31 Aug 2025, From 10:30amPlayhouseStep behind the curtain and partake in Lighting, Staging, Stage Management and Wardrobe Production Taster Workshops as part of QPAC 40 Open Day.
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Brisbane Open House QPAC 40 Open Day Drop-In Activities
31 Aug 2025, From 9amQPACExperience a host of free Drop-In Activities including self-guided tours, pop-up performances, tech activations and Broadway Bingo as part of QPAC 40 Open Day.
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Cultural Precinct Architecture TourImage by David Kelly QPAC 40 Open Day Cultural Precinct Architecture Tour
31 Aug 2025, 12pmQPACExperience the Cultural Precinct with former Queensland State Architect, Malcolm Middleton OAM LFRAIA as part of QPAC 40 Open Day.
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Ben Elton An Evening with Ben Elton: What Have I Done?
7 Nov 2025, 7pmConcert HallJoin Ben Elton live and in conversation with HG Nelson to celebrate the launch of What Have I Done? Not just a book, but a luminous career laid bare.
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Meg Washington Meg Washington
25 Oct 2025, 8pmPlayhousePrepare for an immersive and electrifying musical experience as Meg Washington premieres her brand-new, genre-bending album GEM on tour.
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Paul Dempsey Paul Dempsey
14 Nov 2025, 8pmConcert HallOne of Australia’s most beloved singer-songwriters, Paul Dempsey, has announced the Shotgun Karaoke Vol. II National Tour, coming to QPAC this November.
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The Drover’s Wife – The Opera The Drover’s Wife – The Opera
13 to 22 May 2026Glasshouse TheatreA monumental new opera based on the play, novel and film by one of Australia’s leading artists, Leah Purcell AM.
QPAC is turning 40
QPAC is turning 40
To celebrate, we have a whole year lined up of unforgettable performances, incredible prizes to win, and plenty of ways for our wonderful community to get involved!
What’s On
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Queensland Theatre – Julia Queensland Theatre Julia
15 - 30 Aug 2025PlayhouseA powerful portrayal of the woman behind the speech that shook the world – a rallying cry for gender equality and justice.
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Trophy Boys Trophy Boys
25 - 30 Aug 2025Cremorne TheatreTrophy Boys is a queer dark comedy about power, privilege …. and debating.
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Live at Melbourne Street Green Live at Melbourne Street Green
Friday Evenings, From 5:30pmMelbourne Street GreenLive Acts. Local Talent. Free on Fridays. This is the perfect way to kickstart your weekend with a weekly program of free performances.
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Missy Higgins – Raising Funds for HEAL Missy Higgins – Raising Funds for HEAL
30 Aug 2025, 7:30pmConcert HallBeloved singer-songwriter Missy Higgins returns to QPAC for a special one-night-only benefit concert raising funds for HEAL.
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Organ Recital with Christopher Wrench QPAC 40 Open Day Organ Recital with Christopher Wrench
31 Aug 2025, 10am & 1pmConcert HallDon’t miss this rare opportunity to witness the grandeur of QPAC’s Klais Grand Organ in this free concert as part of the QPAC 40 Open Day.
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Backstage Tours QPAC 40 Open Day Backstage Tours
31 Aug 2025, From 9:45amQPACExperience what goes on behind the scenes at QPAC with an experienced tour guide as part of QPAC 40 Open Day.
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Brisbane Open House QPAC 40 Open Day Tactile Tours
31 Aug 2025, 10:30am & 1pmQPACThe Tactile Tours offer blind and low-vision patrons the chance to touch and examine costumes, props and other items as part of QPAC 40 Open Day.
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Brisbane Open House QPAC 40 Open Day BlackCard Cultural Tour
31 Aug 2025, 9:45am & 12pmQPACTake a tour around the Cultural Precinct to explore First Nations public artworks and learn stories about the broader area as part of QPAC 40 Open Day.
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Behind the Curtain – Production Taster Workshops QPAC 40 Open Day Behind the Curtain – Production Taster Workshops
31 Aug 2025, From 10:30amPlayhouseStep behind the curtain and partake in Lighting, Staging, Stage Management and Wardrobe Production Taster Workshops as part of QPAC 40 Open Day.
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Brisbane Open House QPAC 40 Open Day Drop-In Activities
31 Aug 2025, From 9amQPACExperience a host of free Drop-In Activities including self-guided tours, pop-up performances, tech activations and Broadway Bingo as part of QPAC 40 Open Day.
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Cultural Precinct Architecture TourImage by David Kelly QPAC 40 Open Day Cultural Precinct Architecture Tour
31 Aug 2025, 12pmQPACExperience the Cultural Precinct with former Queensland State Architect, Malcolm Middleton OAM LFRAIA as part of QPAC 40 Open Day.
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Ballet International Gala DraculaPhotography by Braeden O’Connor Ballet International Gala Dracula
3 - 6 Sep 2025Concert HallDue to popular demand, the fifth and final show is on sale now! Experience BIG Live’s Dracula – a haunting retelling that unleashes desire, torment and immortality.
Seasons and Festivals
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Brisbane Festival Brisbane Festival
Awakening in spring, Brisbane Festival transforms the city into a stage! This year, QPAC plays host to some of the Festival’s most anticipated works.
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QPAC is turning 40
To celebrate, we have a whole year lined up of unforgettable performances, incredible prizes and plenty of ways for you to get involved in the celebrations!
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Clancestry 2025Clancestry artwork by Casey Coolwell-Fisher Clancestry
Clancestry returns from 23 July for over two weeks of extraordinary First Nations storytelling, music, dance, art and culture at QPAC!
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Queensland Theatre 2025 Queensland Theatre
The 2025 Season promises world premieres, award-winning works, big-name artists, Queensland stars and unmissable storytelling.
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Ensemble Q 2025 Ensemble Q
An exciting new series that takes audiences on a unique musical, visual and informative journey.
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MVA 2025 Musica Viva Australia
Musica Viva Australia's season embraces how difference ignites creativity with seven national tours.
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Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber OrchestraAlex Jamieson 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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Australian Chamber Orchestra Australian Chamber Orchestra
In 2025 the world-renowned Australian Chamber Orchestra celebrates 50 years of pushing boundaries, igniting curiosity, transcending the ordinary and leading the way.
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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 Queensland Ballet
Love, seduction, wonder and joy – Queensland Ballet's Season 2025 is one for lovers of stories, music, and ballet.
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Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Discover Queensland Symphony Orchestra's 2025 Season, which centres on the 20th Century.
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Southern Cross Soloists 2025 Season Southern Cross Soloists
Join the Southern Cross Soloists on their Pearl Anniversary, as they celebrate 30 years of joy, creativity and connection.
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Opera Queensland 2025 Season Opera Queensland
This year's Opera Queensland's season showcases ambitious programming and fresh approaches to what opera can be.
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Queensland Youth Orchestra Queensland Youth Orchestra
A world class youth orchestra organisation based in Brisbane, Australia.
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Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre
Be witness to the stars of the future as the students from the Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre (QAEMT).
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Ballet Preljocaj – Swan LakePhotography: JC Carbonne QPAC International Series
Since 2009, QPAC International Series has welcomed some of the world’s finest performing arts companies – including Bolshoi Ballet, The Royal Ballet, Teatro alla Scala and returned in 2025 with Ballet Preljocaj – exclusive to Queensland.
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Open Season Open Season
Winter might be rolling in, but Open Season 2025 is here to heat things up. Back for its biggest and boldest year yet.
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Out of the Box Artwork Out of the Box Festival
Out of the Box is a biennial festival for children eight years and under, held at QPAC from 17 - 22 June 2025.
Newsroom
Stay updated with our latest newsroom articles. Read them here.
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World Premiere of The Drover's Wife – The Opera Coming to Glasshouse Theatre
Mon 4 Aug 2025The Drover’s Wife – The Opera will have its world premiere in the new Glasshouse Theatre from 13 to 22 May 2026.
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Garret Lyon Five Minutes with Garret Lyon
Wed 23 July 2025We sat down with the singer and songwriter to chat about why music is so important to him, and what we can expect from his performance at this year's Clancestry festival.
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Stars honour iconic album 16 Lovers Lane at QPAC
Tue 15 July 2025Lindy Morrison, Amanda Brown and John Willsteed, original recording artists on 16 Lovers Lane, along with special guest artists, will celebrate one of the greatest Australian albums of all time.
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Clancestry 2024 Smoking CeremonyImage by Red Handed Productions QPAC's deadly Clancestry festival to celebrate culture, connection, and community
Mon 14 July 2025The iconic Clancestry festival is set to ignite the Centre with over two weeks of extraordinary First Nations storytelling, music, dance, art and culture from 23 July to 10 August 2025.
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Alice and Justin Hagen - Calibre Rest Estate Real estate agents at home in the arts
Tue 8 July 2025Brisbane-based bespoke real estate agents, Calibre Real Estate, join the QPAC Family with a shared passion for stories and connection.
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The Bogong's Song Bangarra Dance Theatre's newest creation for children to flutter into QPAC this Spring
Mon 30 June 2025Bangarra's The Bogong’s Song: a call to Country will fly into QPAC for its world premiere from 25 September to 4 October 2025 as part of Brisbane Festival.
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Children and parents building small cardboard houses at an arts-based workshop in a shopping centre. A shared commitment to enriching communities
Wed 11 June 2025YFG Shopping Centres has been a valued and long-term supporter of QPAC since 2017, with a special interest in supporting the Centre’s much-loved Out of the Box festival.
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Reuben Kaye Reuben Kaye blasts back to Brisbane bigger than ever with enGORGEd at QPAC
Tue 10 June 2025The irrepressible and multi-award-winning Australian comedian, singer, and writer, Reuben Kaye returns to shake up Brisbane with the Queensland premiere of his acclaimed show enGORGEd at QPAC co-presented with Brisbane’s 2025 Melt Festival
Support and 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 transformation, inspiration, and creativity.
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Artist: Jennifer Kent Quandamooka | Jinibara | Darumbal 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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Out of the Box - Let's Dance, 2025. Photographer Peter Wallis. Donate Today
Donate to the QPAC Foundation and help us to ensure that everyone can experience the best in performing 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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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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Partnerships
Our Partners help us continue to inspire, educate, and entertain Queensland and beyond.
Acknowledgement of Traditional Custodians
We pay our respects to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ancestors of this land, their spirits and their legacy. The foundations laid by these ancestors give strength, inspiration and courage to current and future generations, both First Nations and non-First Nations peoples, towards creating a better Queensland.
