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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.

The powerful voices of Vika & Linda Bull, one of Australia’s most loved vocal duos of their generation, will fill the Concert Hall at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre(QPAC) on Tuesday 9 July 2024.

Hollywood star, talk show queen, spiritual sister and proud Mum Drew Barrymore is coming to Australia this August to share her personal journey in finding her True North at two special shows presented by Wanderlust.

Queensland Performing Arts Centre has announced the world premiere of the First Nations contemporary music event Warriors as part of Clancestry.

Em Rusciano is back with a brand-new live experience and her first big national tour since her wildly successful 'Rage and Rainbows' show in 2019, and look yes, she is still angry, but now she knows why. Covering all corners of the country, Em plays Toowoomba, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Wollongong, Sydney, Adelaide, Perth, Bunbury, Ballarat, Newcastle, Canberra, Albury, Launceston, Hobart and Melbourne. See dates below!

Join Guy on his cross-country trip to visit ex-girlfriends as Reverie Theatre Company presents 'Some Girl(s),' a black comedy penned by the acclaimed playwright Neil LaBute.

Every year, as the pages of the Book of Life turn, Deborah Conway's name finds its place once again, etched into the history books. Come and step into the captivating narrative of her life as she weaves her story through song, monologue, and dance, inviting audiences on a journey that spans the depths of emotion and the heights of triumph.

Discover the new limited-edition collection from M·A·C COSMETICS in collaboration with the smash-hit Australian production of the Broadway musical WICKED, exclusively available at MYER.

Australia’s leading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander performing arts company, Bangarra Dance Theatre will bring its work for children, Waru – journey of the small turtle to the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) from Wednesday 26 to Saturday 29 June for the school holidays.

Three-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone will bring her new concert A LIFE IN NOTES to Adelaide Cabaret Festival and Australia this winter, directly from Carnegie Hall.

What did our critic think of PROUDFOOT + FRIENDS at Queensland Performing Arts Centre?

The producers of the Broadway blockbuster WICKED have announced that the musical phenomenon will fly into the Lyric Theatre, QPAC in September this year.

Javeenbah Theatre is proud to announce an Auslan interpreted performance of the riveting play Constellations on March 9th, 2024. This special showing will provide an inclusive experience for members of the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this captivating production.

Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) and Brisbane Festival have announced the stage adaptation ofTrent Dalton’s Love Stories will have its world premiere in the Playhouse from 10 to 29 September as part of the 2024 Festival. 

Prepare for a 'stellar' experience as Javeenbah Theatre proudly presents a rehearse reading of 'Constellations' on March 8 & 9, 2024. This spellbinding production, written by Nick Payne, promises an exploration of love, choice, and the endless possibilities that the universe holds.

Dancer and Choreographer CJ Salvador will head straight from Los Angeles to Australia for dance workshops with Ivan Krslovic (The Bachelorette, Bachelor in Paradise) as part of an Australian Tour.

Deborah Conway's national tour has already begun at the Sydney Festival and is coming to multiple venues across the nation.

BLACK BOX is Queenslander Paul Hodge’s 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.

Celebrated British-Australian TV and film star and raconteur Miriam Margolyes brings her new live stage show to Australia and New Zealand.

What did our critic think of JERSEY BOYS at Queensland Performing Arts Centre? Before there was Beggin' by Måneskin and Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You by Andy Williams, there was Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, which is the source for the hit Jukebox Musical: Jersey Boys!

Take That has announced their return to Australia and New Zealand with their This Life On Tour 2024, featuring special guest Sophie Ellis-Bextor. The tour will include seven dates across the two countries, visiting arenas and wineries.

What did our critic think of RENT: THE MUSICAL at Playhouse, QPAC?

The multi-Tony Award winning rock musical by Jonathan Larson, RENT, officially opens tonight in Brisbane, kickstarting its Australian tour. This unique and revolutionary musical opens at the Playhouse, QPAC tonight followed by limited seasons in Melbourne, Newcastle, Perth and Canberra, with tickets for all seasons on sale from rentmusical.au

Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) and Circa will present a limited season of the international hit What Will Have Been in the Playhouse from 13 to 17 March, fresh from a sold-out three month tour of France.

Following a successful season in 2023, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) and Multicultural Australia has announced the return of Changing the Conversation, a four-part series unpacking issues affecting all Australians.