Queensland Secures Another Bolshoi Exclusive
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2019
The applause and standing ovations are set to continue for the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) International Series with the announcement today that the mighty Bolshoi Ballet will return exclusively to Queensland for the Series in 2019.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2019
The applause and standing ovations are set to continue for the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) International Series with the announcement today that the mighty Bolshoi Ballet will return exclusively to Queensland for the Series in 2019.
One Week Until Andy Griffiths' THE 91-STORY TREEHOUSE Opens At QPAC
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2019
Only one week to go until Andy and Terry return to Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) to face their biggest challenge yet in the stage adaptation of The 91-Storey Treehouse, on at the Playhouse from 23 to 27 January 2019.
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2019
Only one week to go until Andy and Terry return to Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) to face their biggest challenge yet in the stage adaptation of The 91-Storey Treehouse, on at the Playhouse from 23 to 27 January 2019.
The Illusionists: Direct From Broadway Materialise In Brisbane
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2019
The world masters of magic have returned to Brisbane with their spectacular production, The Illusionists: Direct From Broadway materialising in the Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) for a strictly limited season from tonight until 19 January 2019.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2019
The world masters of magic have returned to Brisbane with their spectacular production, The Illusionists: Direct From Broadway materialising in the Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) for a strictly limited season from tonight until 19 January 2019.
Jazz At Lincoln Center Orchestra With Wynton Marsalis Comes to QPAC
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2019
Experience the incomparable Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis as they make their highly-anticipated return to the Queensland Performing Arts Centre's (QPAC) Concert Hall for two spectacular shows - Jazz Ambassadors on Monday 4 March and Monk, Miles & More on Wednesday 6 March 2019.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2019
Experience the incomparable Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis as they make their highly-anticipated return to the Queensland Performing Arts Centre's (QPAC) Concert Hall for two spectacular shows - Jazz Ambassadors on Monday 4 March and Monk, Miles & More on Wednesday 6 March 2019.
QPAC's Newest Ensemble In Residence Presents Unique Sonic Palette At Premiere Concert
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2019
JADE New World Collective, the newest ensemble in residence at Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), will reveal a sonic palette of ancient and contemporary sounds at their premiere concert in the Cremorne Theatre on Tuesday 26 February 2019.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2019
JADE New World Collective, the newest ensemble in residence at Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), will reveal a sonic palette of ancient and contemporary sounds at their premiere concert in the Cremorne Theatre on Tuesday 26 February 2019.
TYRON AND LESLEY at Woodford Folk Festival
by Virag Dombay - December 29, 2018
Tyrone and Lesley are two theatrical gentlemen with ukulele's that carry wit and joy. Using the ukulele and sound bass, which is played close to the heart, the duo captivated the audience through their nonsensical lyrics and infectious rhythms. The pair met in 2000 and have released four albums and have played in various venues including Sydney Opera House and many, many festivals including our own Brisbane Festival.
by Virag Dombay - December 29, 2018
Tyrone and Lesley are two theatrical gentlemen with ukulele's that carry wit and joy. Using the ukulele and sound bass, which is played close to the heart, the duo captivated the audience through their nonsensical lyrics and infectious rhythms. The pair met in 2000 and have released four albums and have played in various venues including Sydney Opera House and many, many festivals including our own Brisbane Festival.
THE FERGIES, STELLA DONNELLY AND THE CAT EMPIRE at Woodford Folk Festival
by Virag Dombay - December 28, 2018
When I was a young teenager, I used to frequently walk past a band that were busking in Queen Street Mall (in front of Strand Bags) and stopping to listen to their music. Their music was funky, it was full of the most incredible harmonies, high energy and toe-tapping beats that made you want to let your inner (and maybe in some cases outer) dance-tress out. And their Woodford set was no different. People were dancing in front of the stage, in their seats and in whatever place they could find. What made us dance was their infectious love on stage for what the band members were doing; their love for what they were playing and their love for each other and it showed in how much fun they were having. The Fergies are five siblings, singing in five part harmony, playing an electrified set filled with from guitars, piano, drums to tambourines of original songs that they wrote off of both their albums. And they have the best time and so will you. Stella Donnelly's roots are in Perth, but you couldn't tell from the way she handles the Brisbane crowd. She played music from her first EP Thrush Metal last year, as well as other originals she wrote during her time on and off tour with Alex the Astronaut, a crowd favourite being 'Boys Will Be Boys'. What I loved about Stella's set is that each of her songs had a story, from strange family members to the grey area of sexual assault and that she shared those stories to us before she played the tune. But I couldn't describe Stella's voice, even if I tried to. You get lost in her voice the way you get lost in her stories. You fall headfirst into its velvet-like quality and once you fall, you don't want to get back up again. Which is why you go to the merch stand after her performance has finished and buy her CD... Australian rock band The Cat Empire didn't fail to disappoint. The fusion of funk, ska, jazz and rock with Latin influences makes you dance the night away and shake at least one part of your body. Felix Riebel and Harry James Angus's voices fill up the entire amphitheatre as the band jam at the back. They played music from all of their albums, including tracks never heard before from their upcoming album to be released in February. I can't list one crowd favourite as they were all crowd favourites, and if that doesn't measure the sheer brilliance of a band then I don't know what does. I remember turning to my friend in the crowd and said 'I love it when a band is a band' and I don't think there's a better way to describe Cat Empire then that. The versatility and skill of the band is extraordinary; the instruments compliment each other so beautifully and each band member is as important as the one on either side of them. No instrument gets left behind of unnoticed; each band member has not just one, but many moments to shine. They played music from all of their albums, including tracks never heard before from their upcoming album to be released in February. I can't list one crowd favourite as they were all crowd favourites, and if that doesn't measure the sheer brilliance of a band then I don't know what does. For upcoming show times and performances please visit: https://woodfordfolkfestival.com .
by Virag Dombay - December 28, 2018
When I was a young teenager, I used to frequently walk past a band that were busking in Queen Street Mall (in front of Strand Bags) and stopping to listen to their music. Their music was funky, it was full of the most incredible harmonies, high energy and toe-tapping beats that made you want to let your inner (and maybe in some cases outer) dance-tress out. And their Woodford set was no different. People were dancing in front of the stage, in their seats and in whatever place they could find. What made us dance was their infectious love on stage for what the band members were doing; their love for what they were playing and their love for each other and it showed in how much fun they were having. The Fergies are five siblings, singing in five part harmony, playing an electrified set filled with from guitars, piano, drums to tambourines of original songs that they wrote off of both their albums. And they have the best time and so will you. Stella Donnelly's roots are in Perth, but you couldn't tell from the way she handles the Brisbane crowd. She played music from her first EP Thrush Metal last year, as well as other originals she wrote during her time on and off tour with Alex the Astronaut, a crowd favourite being 'Boys Will Be Boys'. What I loved about Stella's set is that each of her songs had a story, from strange family members to the grey area of sexual assault and that she shared those stories to us before she played the tune. But I couldn't describe Stella's voice, even if I tried to. You get lost in her voice the way you get lost in her stories. You fall headfirst into its velvet-like quality and once you fall, you don't want to get back up again. Which is why you go to the merch stand after her performance has finished and buy her CD... Australian rock band The Cat Empire didn't fail to disappoint. The fusion of funk, ska, jazz and rock with Latin influences makes you dance the night away and shake at least one part of your body. Felix Riebel and Harry James Angus's voices fill up the entire amphitheatre as the band jam at the back. They played music from all of their albums, including tracks never heard before from their upcoming album to be released in February. I can't list one crowd favourite as they were all crowd favourites, and if that doesn't measure the sheer brilliance of a band then I don't know what does. I remember turning to my friend in the crowd and said 'I love it when a band is a band' and I don't think there's a better way to describe Cat Empire then that. The versatility and skill of the band is extraordinary; the instruments compliment each other so beautifully and each band member is as important as the one on either side of them. No instrument gets left behind of unnoticed; each band member has not just one, but many moments to shine. They played music from all of their albums, including tracks never heard before from their upcoming album to be released in February. I can't list one crowd favourite as they were all crowd favourites, and if that doesn't measure the sheer brilliance of a band then I don't know what does. For upcoming show times and performances please visit: https://woodfordfolkfestival.com .
Casting Announced For BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL in Brisbane Next Year
by BWW News Desk - December 26, 2018
Adult casting has been announced for the 10th Anniversary Australian Tour of Billy Elliot the Musical which opens at Sydney Lyric Theatre in October 2019 followed by seasons in Melbourne at the Regent Theatre from February 2020, Crown Theatre Perth from June 2020, QPAC's Lyric Theatre in Brisbane from July 2020 and the Festival Theatre at Adelaide Festival Centre from September 2020.
by BWW News Desk - December 26, 2018
Adult casting has been announced for the 10th Anniversary Australian Tour of Billy Elliot the Musical which opens at Sydney Lyric Theatre in October 2019 followed by seasons in Melbourne at the Regent Theatre from February 2020, Crown Theatre Perth from June 2020, QPAC's Lyric Theatre in Brisbane from July 2020 and the Festival Theatre at Adelaide Festival Centre from September 2020.
What The World Needs Now Concert Celebrating 2018 Comes to The Edge Auditorium
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2018
Upbeat Arts Queensland (formerly the School of Hard Knocks) will present their fifth annual Brisbane concert at The Edge Auditorium, State Library of Queensland at 7pm today 14 December 2018.
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2018
Upbeat Arts Queensland (formerly the School of Hard Knocks) will present their fifth annual Brisbane concert at The Edge Auditorium, State Library of Queensland at 7pm today 14 December 2018.
A Very Naughty Christmas The Second Coming by Understudy Productions
by Virag Dombay - December 07, 2018
As something that started out as producer Alex Woodard's annual weird (and kinky) Christmas tradition, A Very Naughty Christmas The Second Coming is truly a sight to behold. Written by Matthew Semple and Emily Kristopher and directed by Dan Venz, Understudy Production's newest Christmas rave celebrates all that is fun, dirty and sexy about the festive season, really stripping it down for its audience. I don't think that I will be able to think of Santa in the same way ever again.
by Virag Dombay - December 07, 2018
As something that started out as producer Alex Woodard's annual weird (and kinky) Christmas tradition, A Very Naughty Christmas The Second Coming is truly a sight to behold. Written by Matthew Semple and Emily Kristopher and directed by Dan Venz, Understudy Production's newest Christmas rave celebrates all that is fun, dirty and sexy about the festive season, really stripping it down for its audience. I don't think that I will be able to think of Santa in the same way ever again.
Paige Rattray of HEDDA at Queensland Theatre
by Virag Dombay - November 30, 2018
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of giving Paige Rattray, the current associate director at Sydney Theatre Company and director of the bad-ass production of Hedda at Queensland Theatre, ring on the phone to interview her about her craftsmanship and creative visions behind her latest work. And here is what she had to say:
by Virag Dombay - November 30, 2018
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of giving Paige Rattray, the current associate director at Sydney Theatre Company and director of the bad-ass production of Hedda at Queensland Theatre, ring on the phone to interview her about her craftsmanship and creative visions behind her latest work. And here is what she had to say:
What The World Needs Now Concert Celebrating 2018 Comes to The Edge Auditorium
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2018
Upbeat Arts Queensland (formerly the School of Hard Knocks) will present their fifth annual Brisbane concert at The Edge Auditorium, State Library of Queensland at 7pm on Friday 14 December 2018.
by BWW News Desk - November 19, 2018
Upbeat Arts Queensland (formerly the School of Hard Knocks) will present their fifth annual Brisbane concert at The Edge Auditorium, State Library of Queensland at 7pm on Friday 14 December 2018.
PETER PAN GOES WRONG Comes to Brisbane in January
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2018
The Producers of the West End hit comedy Peter Pan Goes Wrong, which is currently playing in New Zealand to rave reviews and packed houses, have today announced that they have managed to squeeze in a season in Brisbane from 30 January to 3 February when this hilarious masterpiece stumbles its way around Australia from December until March next year. The show will be performed at the Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University. Tickets for the Brisbane season go on sale this Friday 16 November.
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2018
The Producers of the West End hit comedy Peter Pan Goes Wrong, which is currently playing in New Zealand to rave reviews and packed houses, have today announced that they have managed to squeeze in a season in Brisbane from 30 January to 3 February when this hilarious masterpiece stumbles its way around Australia from December until March next year. The show will be performed at the Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University. Tickets for the Brisbane season go on sale this Friday 16 November.
After Hours Cabaret Club Is Coming To Brisbane For Two Nights Only
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2018
The After Hours Cabaret Club is like stepping into turn of the century underground soiree with live jazz music, glamorous showgirls and a bevy of award-winning performers hand-picked from Australia's best in cabaret, burlesque, sideshow, circus and of course… other things that must be seen to be believed!
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2018
The After Hours Cabaret Club is like stepping into turn of the century underground soiree with live jazz music, glamorous showgirls and a bevy of award-winning performers hand-picked from Australia's best in cabaret, burlesque, sideshow, circus and of course… other things that must be seen to be believed!
Camerata's 2019 Season Is Set To Inspire
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2018
Following an action packed 2018 Camerata - Queensland's Chamber Orchestra - promises to deliver another exceptional year for Queensland audiences in 2019.
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2018
Following an action packed 2018 Camerata - Queensland's Chamber Orchestra - promises to deliver another exceptional year for Queensland audiences in 2019.
After Hours Cabaret Club Is Coming To Brisbane For Two Nights Only
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2018
The After Hours Cabaret Club is like stepping into turn of the century underground soiree with live jazz music, glamorous showgirls and a bevy of award-winning performers hand-picked from Australia's best in cabaret, burlesque, sideshow, circus and of course… other things that must be seen to be believed!
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2018
The After Hours Cabaret Club is like stepping into turn of the century underground soiree with live jazz music, glamorous showgirls and a bevy of award-winning performers hand-picked from Australia's best in cabaret, burlesque, sideshow, circus and of course… other things that must be seen to be believed!
NEARER THE GODS: A Voyage Into Newton's Mind
by Virag Dombay - October 14, 2018
Written by David Williamson, Nearer the Gods not merely about the greatest leap forward in human knowledge; Newton's discovery of the laws that govern the motion of the universe, and how Edmund Halley, an enthusiastic young astronomer, wrangled his discovery out of him, but about human behaviour and the politics of our mind. It is a story that explores the themes of rivalry, rationality, decency, love, kindness and most importantly the politics surrounding the power of knowledge, all in just two hours and ten minutes.
by Virag Dombay - October 14, 2018
Written by David Williamson, Nearer the Gods not merely about the greatest leap forward in human knowledge; Newton's discovery of the laws that govern the motion of the universe, and how Edmund Halley, an enthusiastic young astronomer, wrangled his discovery out of him, but about human behaviour and the politics of our mind. It is a story that explores the themes of rivalry, rationality, decency, love, kindness and most importantly the politics surrounding the power of knowledge, all in just two hours and ten minutes.
I'VE BEEN MEANING TO ASK YOU
by Virag Dombay - September 29, 2018
Sometimes we forget or dismiss the questions that children ask us, especially if they're questions about growing up; if they're questions about us adults. Or go to response is I'll tell you when you're older or that's a silly question. But the inquisitive nature of child doesn't just disappear because you don't respond, but in fact, it fuels them to ask even more questions, like why you didn't reply to the last question they asked you, or the one before that? Are you having a bad day? Do you not want your child to become the next Einstein? But director Daniel Evans hasn't ignored their questions. In fact, him and his masterful creative team have formed a work in which not only is it okay for kids to ask a lot of questions, but they have a voice. And adults all over the world, including one in Russia, have heard their voice answered and they for sixty delightful minutes, they share their newfound knowledge with the audience.
by Virag Dombay - September 29, 2018
Sometimes we forget or dismiss the questions that children ask us, especially if they're questions about growing up; if they're questions about us adults. Or go to response is I'll tell you when you're older or that's a silly question. But the inquisitive nature of child doesn't just disappear because you don't respond, but in fact, it fuels them to ask even more questions, like why you didn't reply to the last question they asked you, or the one before that? Are you having a bad day? Do you not want your child to become the next Einstein? But director Daniel Evans hasn't ignored their questions. In fact, him and his masterful creative team have formed a work in which not only is it okay for kids to ask a lot of questions, but they have a voice. And adults all over the world, including one in Russia, have heard their voice answered and they for sixty delightful minutes, they share their newfound knowledge with the audience.
MAN WITH THE IRON NECK - A New Work With a Promising Voice
by Virag Dombay - September 28, 2018
Legs on the Wall's Man with the Iron Neck is one of the most significant new works of theatre in this past decade. It is a piece which centres around the taboo of youth suicide in the Aboriginal community, with playwright and actor Ursula Yovich (Mamma Rose) claiming in the post-show Q&Q that 'almost every aboriginal you'll come across will have experienced this certain issue'. Cast member Caleena Salsbury (Evelyn) continued on by saying that 'the statistics of aboriginal people committing suicide is ridiculous...Australia doesn't know about that [the number of suicides] and no one talks about it.' She said that putting this work on stage means that Indigenous Australians are able to have that conversation and I couldn't agree more.
by Virag Dombay - September 28, 2018
Legs on the Wall's Man with the Iron Neck is one of the most significant new works of theatre in this past decade. It is a piece which centres around the taboo of youth suicide in the Aboriginal community, with playwright and actor Ursula Yovich (Mamma Rose) claiming in the post-show Q&Q that 'almost every aboriginal you'll come across will have experienced this certain issue'. Cast member Caleena Salsbury (Evelyn) continued on by saying that 'the statistics of aboriginal people committing suicide is ridiculous...Australia doesn't know about that [the number of suicides] and no one talks about it.' She said that putting this work on stage means that Indigenous Australians are able to have that conversation and I couldn't agree more.
THE ILLUSIONISTS: Direct From Broadway Announced for New Season QPAC
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2018
The world masters of magic are returning to Brisbane with their spectacular production, The Illusionists: Direct From Broadway materialising in the Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) for a strictly limited season from 9 January 2019, with tickets on sale from Friday 28 September 2018.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2018
The world masters of magic are returning to Brisbane with their spectacular production, The Illusionists: Direct From Broadway materialising in the Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) for a strictly limited season from 9 January 2019, with tickets on sale from Friday 28 September 2018.
BWW Review: ROVERS
by Virag Dombay - September 15, 2018
Written by Katherine Lyall-Watson and directed by Caroline Dunphy Rovers is a contemporary, post-dramatic work which uses the lens of comedy to explore the heart lines of fearless performers Barbara Lowing and Roxanne McDonald's lives and the uproarious misadventures of their female relatives who have inspired them to be who they are today. These stories included the one of Barbara Toy, who crossed desserts and warzones in her Land Rover as well as stories that warn us about the mysterious Bogeyman.
by Virag Dombay - September 15, 2018
Written by Katherine Lyall-Watson and directed by Caroline Dunphy Rovers is a contemporary, post-dramatic work which uses the lens of comedy to explore the heart lines of fearless performers Barbara Lowing and Roxanne McDonald's lives and the uproarious misadventures of their female relatives who have inspired them to be who they are today. These stories included the one of Barbara Toy, who crossed desserts and warzones in her Land Rover as well as stories that warn us about the mysterious Bogeyman.
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