"Mirror, mirror, on the wall — who's the fairest of them all?". This is exactly what you can ponder at Kaleidoscope, the 700sqm mirror maze that's coming to Brisbane from Friday August 12. A mesmerising symphony of light, sound and childlike wonder, this is one pop-up art experience that needs to be seen to be believed. more
Over ten days in August, the Sunshine Coast is playing host to a contemporary multi-arts festival. More than just your average collection of visual art, music, theatre, dance, words, film and creative workshops, Horizon Festival is rooted in celebrating the natural beauty of the Sunshine Coast with a program that thoughtfully honours and highlights the Traditional Custodians of the land in which it operates – the Kabi Kabi and Jinibara Peoples. If you relish in celebrating art in all of its forms, have a thirst for the knowledge shared by our First Nations Peoples and are craving a northern escape, then head up to the Sunshine Coast from August 26 until September 4 and immerse yourself in ten days of spectacular creativity and culture-rich performances. more
At a time when the news can leave us recoiling at current events, it's so important to find moments of light to serve as an anchor for our happiness. Events like festivals tend to bring out the best in people as they gather to celebrate, sing, dance and enjoy life as part of a collective. The Sunshine Coast's newest festival is focused on doing that and more, championing inclusivity, sustainability, diversity and reconciliation. The inaugural The Rangebow Festival is gearing up to take the Sunny Coast Hinterland by storm with four days of music, workshops, art and conversations. In order to make the most of your time up north, we've put together a guide not only for the The Rangebow Festival but the very best places to stay, play and eat during a long weekend nestled in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. more
After almost two years of waiting, BLEACH* Festival is preparing to light up the Gold Coast with carefully curated creativity and performances over 11 days in August. From August 11-21, Gold Coast locals are encouraged to celebrate and support an ever-talented collective of artists, singers, performers and musicians as they take over beachside esplanades, botanic gardens and hinterland hideaways. With more than 233 artists, 94 performances and 36 events lined up on the program, there is bound to be something to satisfy every creative appetite. If you're a little stuck on what to attend, fear not! We have combed through the program and plucked out a few highlights worthy of pencilling into your calendar for BLEACH* in 2022. more
Unless you're new to the coast or have been living under a rock, you're probably well familiar with BLEACH* Festival. For those who aren't, well, allow us – BLEACH* is the Gold Coast's premier arts and cultural festival that proudly and passionately champions the incredible artists and performers that make up the tapestry of the shining city. BLEACH* has been no stranger to COVID-related cancellations and, much to the dismay of everyone on the Gold Coast, last year's festival took a hit. Luckily for us, BLEACH* is back, better than ever and is here to celebrate its 11-year milestone by transforming beachside esplanades, botanic gardens and hinterland hideaways into backdrops for spine-tingling and thought-provoking experiences from August 11-21. We recommend clearing your calendar because the 11-day program has just been released and is packed with a bounty of events and… more
While the weather's chilly and we opt to spend more time cosying up indoors, now is the perfect time to start ticking some activities off your Brisbane bucket list – the events that are inside, anyway. Top of your agenda should be QAGOMA's Australian Art Collection, a permanent exhibition that encompasses breathtaking homegrown art from different times and cultures. more
This year is packed to the rafters with truly exciting entertainment happenings, and now we have a couple of more to add to the mix. Brisbane Powerhouse has announced that four major outdoor activations will be staged at the New Farm precinct, with the colourful calendar lined with outdoor cinemas, night markets, mirror mazes and even a pleasuredome from this August. more
Get ready to sing hip hip hooray, as it’s State Library of Queensland's 120th birthday! Before you start putting your hands together for the obligatory 120 claps, let us tell you all about the ‘extra’ ordinary birthday festivities this old gal is hosting to mark the mammoth celebration on Saturday June 18. We're talking behind-the-scenes tours of rare collections, whimsical children's exhibitions and story picnics with award-winning song writers. To help you plan your extraordinary day at State Library of Queensland, we have rounded up some of the most exciting events for the curious, the creative and the kidlets ... more
When we heard that QAGOMA was set to host a sizeable showcase of revered Japanese-born, Berlin-based installation artist Chiharu Shiota's works, we started clearing our calendars almost immediately. Coming to the cultural precinct on June 18, The Soul Trembles is the largest solo exhibition of the artist’s work to date – and it's an art-filled 'gram-worthy adventure, to say the least. The exhibition will highlight Chiharu Shiota's practice across large-scale installations, sculptures, video performance, photography and drawing. In other words, this is one immersive exhibition that must be seen to be believed. more
With upwards of 60,000 years of history on the land we call Australia, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people carry a rich and storied cultural heritage that has been passed down for generations through art and storytelling. Celebrating First Nations artists and their depth of culture, the Indigenous Art Program brings these stories of truth, strength and determination into our streets and laneways, showcasing works in Brisbane’s sprawling Outdoor Gallery. From May 7 to August 7, you can discover the OUTstanding exhibition, which showcases new and existing artworks from 12 emerging and early career artists. Through large-scale banners, light boxes, projections, walking tours, workshops and more, the 2022 program acknowledges our unsung Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heroes and speaks to unresolved issues, conciliation and truth-telling in this country. To help you navigate… more
This month, Brisbane will be soaked in a rainbow of colour thanks to Botanica: Contemporary Art Outside, which is coming to the City Botanic Gardens from May 20–29, 5:00–10:00 pm. As the sun sets over the city skyline, this open-air exhibition will light up the park with a plethora of colourful projections and immersive installations. Upping the ante will be a range of twilight tours, after-dark entertainment including live beats and food trucks, and a kid-friendly art trail. Here's our pick of Botanica's must-do happenings ... more
Australia’s First Nations people are the longest continuing culture on the planet. As our country’s very first storytellers, it is important to pay attention to what Indigenous Australians have to say – and what better way to learn and appreciate culture than through the medium of art? Brisbane City Council’s Outdoor Gallery is set to spotlight promising emerging and early career First Nations artists from Saturday May 7. Here's a taste of what you can expect to see around The City ... more
Have you ever looked at a floral arrangement or a solitary piece of rubbish floating in the breeze and thought, "Wow, that would make a stunning outfit"? Perhaps you are just captivated by all things fashion, from the humble little black dress to the Met Gala's over-the-top extravagance. Either way, if you feel divinely inspired at the thought of throwing together a creative ensemble and crave the opportunity to sit front row at a catwalk, get excited because the Australian Wearable Art Festival is coming to the Sunshine Coast on May 21. more
If you've spent the last two years fostering a healthy obsession with plants and all things gardening, then boy, do we have some news for you. From July 8–10, the Sunshine Coast is playing host to the who's-who of Aussie gardening at the Queensland Garden Expo! To help you get your green thumb ready for three plant-packed days of soil-enriched gardening goodness, we've curated a jam-packed itinerary that will tantalise your taste buds and give you a much-needed breath of fresh air as you escape the city and let Mother Nature give you some love. more
Who said that once you hit adulthood you can't enjoy the movies you held dearest as a kid? No one, that's who! For this very reason, Queensland Museum is hosting a selection of 18+ after-dark events for its upcoming exhibition, Disney: The Magic of Animation. We'll be more than happy to show our ID upon entry for this exciting event. more
We've been truly blessed when it comes to exciting pop-ups on this year's calendar but a strong contender for the most dazzling event of the year is about to enter our stratosphere – and it's bringing with it some truly spellbinding showcases. Arriving at the City Botanic Gardens this May is Botanica – Contemporary Art Outside, a huge display of illuminating site specific artworks that will light up the park after dark with picture-perfect projections and immersive installations from May 20–29. more
With a lifetime dedicated to luxury, Australian creative icon Margot McKinney is one of the world’s most renowned jewellery designers. Timeless, one-of-a-kind and absolutely breathtaking, Margot’s unique designs are a celebration of the world’s rarest gems. Soon you'll be able to see some of these incredibles pieces displayed in one place thanks to Museum of Brisbane's newest exhibition, World of Wonder: Margot McKinney. more
History, art, culture and iconic Brisbane stories come together in Museum of Brisbane's walking tours, which are returning bigger and better this year with an exciting new addition to the line-up. Whether you're keen to stroll through the city streets or hop aboard a boat and sail down the river, there's a tale-filled route waiting for you. more
When it comes to art, culture and architecture, Brisbane has a storied history and the city's future is set to be equally as exciting. With the Olympics on the horizon, Brisbane’s urban development scene is set to skyrocket. So now's a better time than ever to reflect on our city's most iconic landmarks and ask the question, can memories make a place? Helping to answer this query is Museum of Brisbane's newest exhibition, Making Place: 100 Views of Brisbane, which presents more than 100 historical and contemporary depictions of the Brisbane region. more
QAGOMA has hit us with not just a double whammy, but a triple dose of goodness with its blockbuster 2022 program announcement. Some huge exhibitions are coming to Brisbane's art and culture hub, including a summer blockbuster on air and its centrality to life, an exhibition highlighting Queensland contemporary art and a solo exhibition of work by the revered Japanese-born, Berlin-based artist Chiharu Shiota. Here are all of the need-to-know deets ... more
