4SEASONS
by Virag Dombay - June 15, 2018
One of my firm beliefs is that dance is one of the most elegant and poignant forms of storytelling, and the creatives behind 4Seasons have re-affirmed that tenfold. If you'd like a night of an exquisite blend of physical theatre and dance, this is a must see.
by Virag Dombay - June 15, 2018
One of my firm beliefs is that dance is one of the most elegant and poignant forms of storytelling, and the creatives behind 4Seasons have re-affirmed that tenfold. If you'd like a night of an exquisite blend of physical theatre and dance, this is a must see.
BARE: but is it bare enough?
by Virag Dombay - June 04, 2018
Set in a private Catholic boarding high-school, Bare is a contemporary electric, confronting LGBT pop-rock musical with examines the struggles teenagers grapple with such as sexuality, identity and growing up. At its heart is the budding romance between Peter, who is formulating a plan on how and when to come out to his mother and Jason, who wants to hide their love away in fear of losing his position in the social ladder, as well as the respect from his classmates. These star-crossed lovers, coincidently, happen to be rehearsing a production of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet at school, a script which enhances, as well as awakens, their own inner battles with themselves and their adolescent life. Thus, it makes it relevant in our contemporary political climate, in which love is not always accepted in all of its forms and for what it truly is; love.
by Virag Dombay - June 04, 2018
Set in a private Catholic boarding high-school, Bare is a contemporary electric, confronting LGBT pop-rock musical with examines the struggles teenagers grapple with such as sexuality, identity and growing up. At its heart is the budding romance between Peter, who is formulating a plan on how and when to come out to his mother and Jason, who wants to hide their love away in fear of losing his position in the social ladder, as well as the respect from his classmates. These star-crossed lovers, coincidently, happen to be rehearsing a production of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet at school, a script which enhances, as well as awakens, their own inner battles with themselves and their adolescent life. Thus, it makes it relevant in our contemporary political climate, in which love is not always accepted in all of its forms and for what it truly is; love.
Queensland Children Count Down To OUT OF THE BOX
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2018
More than 100 Year 3 students at Redbank Plains State School are getting their dance shoes on in preparation for Queensland Performing Arts Centre's (QPAC's) 2018 Out of the Box Festival for children eight years and under, which opens in less than a month (26 June to 1 July).
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2018
More than 100 Year 3 students at Redbank Plains State School are getting their dance shoes on in preparation for Queensland Performing Arts Centre's (QPAC's) 2018 Out of the Box Festival for children eight years and under, which opens in less than a month (26 June to 1 July).
Home And Away's Ray Meagher Joins The Cast Of PRISCILLA, QUEEN OF THE DESERT
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2018
Strewth! Everyone's favourite flamin' galah, Ray Meagher, will reprise his role as outback mechanic "Bob" in the 10th anniversary celebration tour of homegrown musical Priscilla Queen of the Desert. The treasured Australian actor, who recently notched up 30 years as Home and Away's Alf Stewart, will swap Summer Bay for the Queensland stage, joining the cast of Priscilla for the musical's Brisbane run at Lyric Theatre, QPAC beginning 26th September. Ray takes over from veteran actor Robert Grubb who will down tools at the end of the Adelaide season after more than eight months on the road.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2018
Strewth! Everyone's favourite flamin' galah, Ray Meagher, will reprise his role as outback mechanic "Bob" in the 10th anniversary celebration tour of homegrown musical Priscilla Queen of the Desert. The treasured Australian actor, who recently notched up 30 years as Home and Away's Alf Stewart, will swap Summer Bay for the Queensland stage, joining the cast of Priscilla for the musical's Brisbane run at Lyric Theatre, QPAC beginning 26th September. Ray takes over from veteran actor Robert Grubb who will down tools at the end of the Adelaide season after more than eight months on the road.
NATALIE WEIR on 4Seasons
by Virag Dombay - May 23, 2018
Natalie Weir is an acclaimed choreographer, known internationally for her highly physical partner work, her organic movement style and her touching insight into human nature. She has created over 170 professional works in her 30+ year career and was a founding member of Expressions Dance Company (EDC).
by Virag Dombay - May 23, 2018
Natalie Weir is an acclaimed choreographer, known internationally for her highly physical partner work, her organic movement style and her touching insight into human nature. She has created over 170 professional works in her 30+ year career and was a founding member of Expressions Dance Company (EDC).
Get UP CLOSE With Camerata This June
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2018
Camerata - Queensland's Chamber Orchestra promises its trademark energy as it takes to The Edge at State Library of Queensland in its intimate concert Up Close concert on Friday 3 June.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2018
Camerata - Queensland's Chamber Orchestra promises its trademark energy as it takes to The Edge at State Library of Queensland in its intimate concert Up Close concert on Friday 3 June.
TWELFTH NIGHT Plays On
by Virag Dombay - May 11, 2018
Written by William Shakespeare, the dark comedy tells the story of unrequited love, mistaken identity, the idea of madness, trickery, adventure and the extraordinary things that love can make us do. Admittedly, the narrative of Twelfth Night can be hard to follow for those that aren't familiar with the piece or Shakespeare's obsession with subplots, which are all magically woven together and tied with a bow at the end. The plot unfolds with a shipwreck which separates Viola from her twin before, who in order to survive in the foreign land of Illyria, disguises herself as a boy and works as a page to Duke Orsino. Not long into the plot there is a love triangle between the Countess Oliva who has fallen in love with Cesario/Viola, Cesario/Viola who has fallen in love with Orsino and Orisino who is courting Olivia. Meanwhile Olivia's uncle Sir Toby Belch, his friend Sir Andrew Agruecheek and servant Maria formulate a drunkard plan to reveal the aspirations and self-love of Olivia's head steward Marvolio (who's now a woman called Malvolia), who disapproves of their frequent partying ordeals. Hence, they forge a letter from Olivia's hand to Marvolio, tricking him into believing that the countess is head over his heels from him. And while all this is happening, you find out that Sebastian (Viola's twin) did not die but like his sister, has survived the shipwreck and is making his way toward the palace with his companion Antonio, a noble prince, in two.
by Virag Dombay - May 11, 2018
Written by William Shakespeare, the dark comedy tells the story of unrequited love, mistaken identity, the idea of madness, trickery, adventure and the extraordinary things that love can make us do. Admittedly, the narrative of Twelfth Night can be hard to follow for those that aren't familiar with the piece or Shakespeare's obsession with subplots, which are all magically woven together and tied with a bow at the end. The plot unfolds with a shipwreck which separates Viola from her twin before, who in order to survive in the foreign land of Illyria, disguises herself as a boy and works as a page to Duke Orsino. Not long into the plot there is a love triangle between the Countess Oliva who has fallen in love with Cesario/Viola, Cesario/Viola who has fallen in love with Orsino and Orisino who is courting Olivia. Meanwhile Olivia's uncle Sir Toby Belch, his friend Sir Andrew Agruecheek and servant Maria formulate a drunkard plan to reveal the aspirations and self-love of Olivia's head steward Marvolio (who's now a woman called Malvolia), who disapproves of their frequent partying ordeals. Hence, they forge a letter from Olivia's hand to Marvolio, tricking him into believing that the countess is head over his heels from him. And while all this is happening, you find out that Sebastian (Viola's twin) did not die but like his sister, has survived the shipwreck and is making his way toward the palace with his companion Antonio, a noble prince, in two.
BWW Review: AMERICAN IDIOT at QPAC
by Virag Dombay - April 19, 2018
Although American Idiot is classified as a musical, it would be better classified as a very politically-powerful rock opera. From the head banging to the electric guitars and booming bass, the audience were enrolled as spectators in a rock arena. Although quite disjointed, the piece features music composed by the punk-rock band Green Day, with the score including each song from the album of the same name, as well as additional songs from their album 21st Century. American Idiot follows the story of three alienated childhood friends Johnny (Linden Furnell), Tunny (Connor Crawford) and Will (Alex Jeans) as they navigate their way to find meaning, purpose and colour in a Trumpian suburbia. Whilst Will stays at home to fix his rapport with his pregnant girlfriend Heather (Ashleigh Taylor), Tunny and Johnny flee a stifling suburban lifestyle and parental restrictions; however, as always, things don't always turn out as they seem. Tunny ends up joining the military and although he starts a relationship, it quickly turns to dust after Johnny turns to drugs, discovering a darker part of himself.
by Virag Dombay - April 19, 2018
Although American Idiot is classified as a musical, it would be better classified as a very politically-powerful rock opera. From the head banging to the electric guitars and booming bass, the audience were enrolled as spectators in a rock arena. Although quite disjointed, the piece features music composed by the punk-rock band Green Day, with the score including each song from the album of the same name, as well as additional songs from their album 21st Century. American Idiot follows the story of three alienated childhood friends Johnny (Linden Furnell), Tunny (Connor Crawford) and Will (Alex Jeans) as they navigate their way to find meaning, purpose and colour in a Trumpian suburbia. Whilst Will stays at home to fix his rapport with his pregnant girlfriend Heather (Ashleigh Taylor), Tunny and Johnny flee a stifling suburban lifestyle and parental restrictions; however, as always, things don't always turn out as they seem. Tunny ends up joining the military and although he starts a relationship, it quickly turns to dust after Johnny turns to drugs, discovering a darker part of himself.
BWW Review: THE CRUCIBLE at Brisbane Arts Theatre
by Virag Dombay - April 14, 2018
The Crucible (1953) is a partially fictionalized narrative of the Salem witch trials which occurred in Massachusetts Bay Colony during 1692 to 1693, written by American playwright Arthur Miller.
by Virag Dombay - April 14, 2018
The Crucible (1953) is a partially fictionalized narrative of the Salem witch trials which occurred in Massachusetts Bay Colony during 1692 to 1693, written by American playwright Arthur Miller.
BWW Review: ALADDIN in Brisbane is Genie-Us
by Virag Dombay - March 28, 2018
Based on the two-time academy award winning Disney animated film of the same name, Aladdin the musical encompasses all the magic that the movie has and more. In fact, I believe it's more magical than the movie and here's why. I've only had my draw drop twice in the opening number of a musical; first was The Lion King and now, Aladdin can be added to the list. I've tried to think of the words to explain the extravagance of the set. The word magical is the closest I can find but even that's not enough. It's Disney and it's budgetless. Six-time Tony Award winning set designer Bob Crowley draws from Middle Eastern, North African and Asian designs and eras to produce the most immaculate storybook middle-eastern silk back-drops, market-place scene furnishings and the inside of the palace walls. The cave of wonders featured golden treasures that transformed into skyscrapers but none more beautiful than the flying carpet which carries the lovers aloft in the air. As it spins and turns through Natasha Katz's (lighting designer) star-strewn night sky, the audience is left not wanting to believe their eyes and wanting to know the answer as to 'how they did it'.
by Virag Dombay - March 28, 2018
Based on the two-time academy award winning Disney animated film of the same name, Aladdin the musical encompasses all the magic that the movie has and more. In fact, I believe it's more magical than the movie and here's why. I've only had my draw drop twice in the opening number of a musical; first was The Lion King and now, Aladdin can be added to the list. I've tried to think of the words to explain the extravagance of the set. The word magical is the closest I can find but even that's not enough. It's Disney and it's budgetless. Six-time Tony Award winning set designer Bob Crowley draws from Middle Eastern, North African and Asian designs and eras to produce the most immaculate storybook middle-eastern silk back-drops, market-place scene furnishings and the inside of the palace walls. The cave of wonders featured golden treasures that transformed into skyscrapers but none more beautiful than the flying carpet which carries the lovers aloft in the air. As it spins and turns through Natasha Katz's (lighting designer) star-strewn night sky, the audience is left not wanting to believe their eyes and wanting to know the answer as to 'how they did it'.
Italy's Famous Teatro Alla Scala Ballet Company Only At Qpac For First Ever Australian Season
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2018
Arts Minister Leeanne Enoch and Tourism Industry Development Minister Kate Jones today announced Italy's illustrious Teatro alla Scala Ballet Company would come to perform only in Brisbane for the company's first ever Australian visit in its 240-year history as part of the 2018 Queensland Performing Art Centre (QPAC) International Series from 7 to 18 November.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2018
Arts Minister Leeanne Enoch and Tourism Industry Development Minister Kate Jones today announced Italy's illustrious Teatro alla Scala Ballet Company would come to perform only in Brisbane for the company's first ever Australian visit in its 240-year history as part of the 2018 Queensland Performing Art Centre (QPAC) International Series from 7 to 18 November.
La Boite's HWY Festival Of New Work Returns
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2018
THE FUTURE OF THEATRE IN THIS CITY. La Boite's HWY Festival of new work returns 12 - 24 March with a program of performances, workshops and masterclasses, conversations, podcasts and much more. This years program is set to celebrate a diverse array of artists in the throes of developing new work. Now in its third year, HWY has become a celebration of exciting, ambitious, and powerful theatre practice in Brisbane, as well as being a unique opportunity to meet, collaborate, and engage with a range of incredible local artists and industry. Prize Fighter, which tours nationally in 2018, our 2018 Season show The Mathematics of Longing, and our sell out production Single Asian Female, which opens its season at Belvoir in Sydney this week, all began as creative developments in previous HWY programs.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2018
THE FUTURE OF THEATRE IN THIS CITY. La Boite's HWY Festival of new work returns 12 - 24 March with a program of performances, workshops and masterclasses, conversations, podcasts and much more. This years program is set to celebrate a diverse array of artists in the throes of developing new work. Now in its third year, HWY has become a celebration of exciting, ambitious, and powerful theatre practice in Brisbane, as well as being a unique opportunity to meet, collaborate, and engage with a range of incredible local artists and industry. Prize Fighter, which tours nationally in 2018, our 2018 Season show The Mathematics of Longing, and our sell out production Single Asian Female, which opens its season at Belvoir in Sydney this week, all began as creative developments in previous HWY programs.
shake & stir theatre co Responds to Facebook Post By Recently-Dismissed Cast Member Linden Furnell
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2018
shake & stir theatre co has responded to claims made in a Facebook post by recently-dismissed cast member, Mr. Linden Furnell.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2018
shake & stir theatre co has responded to claims made in a Facebook post by recently-dismissed cast member, Mr. Linden Furnell.
Your Wishes Are Granted as ALADDIN Opens in Brisbane
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2018
Get set to be swept away on a magic carpet ride as Disney's Aladdin officially opens in Queensland Performing Arts Centre's, (QPAC's) Lyric Theatre today Friday 23 February, running until Sunday 3 June 2018.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2018
Get set to be swept away on a magic carpet ride as Disney's Aladdin officially opens in Queensland Performing Arts Centre's, (QPAC's) Lyric Theatre today Friday 23 February, running until Sunday 3 June 2018.
APAM 2018 Cements Brisbane's Place On The Global Stage
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2018
The Australian Performing Arts Market (APAM 2018) officially opened today at Brisbane Powerhouse, an event that has brought an influx of visitors to the city and will shine a light on Australian arts and culture.
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2018
The Australian Performing Arts Market (APAM 2018) officially opened today at Brisbane Powerhouse, an event that has brought an influx of visitors to the city and will shine a light on Australian arts and culture.
Second Celine Dion Brisbane Concert Added
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2018
Celine Dion's July/August tour of Australia and New Zealand is shaping up to be winter's hottest, with the tour almost doubling in size since first being announced. Massive demand for tickets in the pre-sales saw additional shows quickly added in Auckland, Sydney and Melbourne. Now Brisbane has also scored itself a second concert, with a new show just announced for Tuesday 31 July at Brisbane Entertainment Centre.
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2018
Celine Dion's July/August tour of Australia and New Zealand is shaping up to be winter's hottest, with the tour almost doubling in size since first being announced. Massive demand for tickets in the pre-sales saw additional shows quickly added in Auckland, Sydney and Melbourne. Now Brisbane has also scored itself a second concert, with a new show just announced for Tuesday 31 July at Brisbane Entertainment Centre.
BWW Review: THE DEAD DEVILS OF COCKLE CREEK at La Boite
by Virag Dombay - February 12, 2018
In our contemporary society, there are a plethora of artistic and literary works that aim to explore aspects of the current political landscape and harness change amongst the masses. does just that. A co-production between La Boite and Playlab, actor and playwright Kathryn Marquet's The Dead Devils of Cockle Creek is set a small, isolated shack in the south-western Tasmania wilderness and follows the story of George Templeton, an environmental activist trying to prevent the mass extinction of the Tasmanian devil. Other characters include George's flatmate the ranger and chicken nugget fanatic Harris Robb, wildlife poacher Mickey O'Toole and heavily right-winged high schooler Destinee Lee.
by Virag Dombay - February 12, 2018
In our contemporary society, there are a plethora of artistic and literary works that aim to explore aspects of the current political landscape and harness change amongst the masses. does just that. A co-production between La Boite and Playlab, actor and playwright Kathryn Marquet's The Dead Devils of Cockle Creek is set a small, isolated shack in the south-western Tasmania wilderness and follows the story of George Templeton, an environmental activist trying to prevent the mass extinction of the Tasmanian devil. Other characters include George's flatmate the ranger and chicken nugget fanatic Harris Robb, wildlife poacher Mickey O'Toole and heavily right-winged high schooler Destinee Lee.
Less Than Fourteen Arabian Nights Until ALADDIN Comes To Brisbane
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2018
The wishes of Queensland musical theatre fans are soon to be granted with less than two weeks until Disney's Aladdin opens at Queensland Performing Arts Centre, (QPAC) from 20 February 2018.
by BWW News Desk - February 07, 2018
The wishes of Queensland musical theatre fans are soon to be granted with less than two weeks until Disney's Aladdin opens at Queensland Performing Arts Centre, (QPAC) from 20 February 2018.
Gravity And Other Myths Present BACKBONE
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2018
Sexy but sincere, raw yet utterly disciplined, Backbone is proof you can't do the impossible without a little sweat.
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2018
Sexy but sincere, raw yet utterly disciplined, Backbone is proof you can't do the impossible without a little sweat.
La Boite & Playlab Premier A Killer New Comedy By Kathryn Marquet
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2018
Acclaimed actor-turned-playwright Kathryn Marquet (Pale Blue Dot) makes her highly anticipated return to La Boite next month with a biting new dark comedy, The Dead Devils of Cockle Creek. Co-produced with new-writing incubator Playlab, The Dead Devils of Cockle Creek is a wild and hilarious new Australian play tackling climate change and the dangers of extreme environmental activism.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2018
Acclaimed actor-turned-playwright Kathryn Marquet (Pale Blue Dot) makes her highly anticipated return to La Boite next month with a biting new dark comedy, The Dead Devils of Cockle Creek. Co-produced with new-writing incubator Playlab, The Dead Devils of Cockle Creek is a wild and hilarious new Australian play tackling climate change and the dangers of extreme environmental activism.
Three Extra ROCKY HORROR SHOWS Added for Brisbane!
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
Producers Howard Panter, John Frost and GWB Entertainment today announced that due to overwhelming demand they will be adding three additional shows to the Brisbane season.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
Producers Howard Panter, John Frost and GWB Entertainment today announced that due to overwhelming demand they will be adding three additional shows to the Brisbane season.
MAMMA MIA! Dances Its Way Into Brisbane
by Virag Dombay - January 03, 2018
Written by British playwright Catherine Johnson and created by ABBA's former members Benny Anderson and Bjorn Ulvaeus, Mamma Mia! continues to be one of the chief feel good musicals of our generation, spreading joy and laughter through the auditorium and getting the audience to leave their seats and become their own dancing queens.
by Virag Dombay - January 03, 2018
Written by British playwright Catherine Johnson and created by ABBA's former members Benny Anderson and Bjorn Ulvaeus, Mamma Mia! continues to be one of the chief feel good musicals of our generation, spreading joy and laughter through the auditorium and getting the audience to leave their seats and become their own dancing queens.
Canberra Theatre's ALICE IN WONDERLAND Star Georgina Walker Discusses Her Take on the Title Character
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2017
Brisbane Times recently chatted with Georgina Walker who is playing the title role in Canberra Theatre's Alice in Wonderland. 'I'm 27 now but it's like I've never aged at all,' Walker says, of the fact that Alice as a character is in fact a child.
by BWW News Desk - December 29, 2017
Brisbane Times recently chatted with Georgina Walker who is playing the title role in Canberra Theatre's Alice in Wonderland. 'I'm 27 now but it's like I've never aged at all,' Walker says, of the fact that Alice as a character is in fact a child.
School of Hard Knocks Brisbane Choir Caps Off A Successful Year with Brisbane Concert
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2017
Dr Jonathon Welch AM will be in Brisbane today 8 December to present the School of Hard Knocks' fourth annual end of year concert - 'Merry & Bright' which will feature the Absolutely Everybody Brisbane choir. The choir is just back from their first interstate performance and excited to perform for Brisbane audiences.
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2017
Dr Jonathon Welch AM will be in Brisbane today 8 December to present the School of Hard Knocks' fourth annual end of year concert - 'Merry & Bright' which will feature the Absolutely Everybody Brisbane choir. The choir is just back from their first interstate performance and excited to perform for Brisbane audiences.
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