The weekend is mere moments away, pals! From Thursday May 19 to Sunday May 22 you can visit a pop-up Karen's Diner, hang out in riverside igloos, witness sustainable fashion shows and explore art after dark in the park. Here's our pick of some of the best things to do this weekend ... more
The momentous occasion is near – Teneriffe Festival will be descending upon Vernon Terrace in just two short weeks! Bringing with it a bevy of brews, bites, beats and feel-good vibes, the street-wide fiesta is set to be one fun-filled day out. So you know what to do this Saturday May 28, we have curated the ultimate Teneriffe Festival guide. Here are our must-do picks ... more
First Nations performer, composer and singer-songwriter extraordinaire Jess Hitchcock is one to watch in the Australian music scene. Her stunning voice has seen her take the stage with homegrown music legends Paul Kelly and Kate Miller-Heidke. Later this month, Jess is performing a collection of songs that celebrate her storied career so far in Songs that Made Me, another must-see concert in Opera Queensland's bewitching 2022 season. more
When it comes to spellbinding theatre, Metro Arts is where it's at. The West End theatre continues to go from strength to strength and its newest production, Where We Meet, is a fine example of homegrown excellence in performance. Here's everything you need to know about this spellbinding show ... more
Did someone say, "roadtrip"? Pack up the car as we're headed to the outback for Opera Queensland's Festival of Outback Opera, which is back bigger and better than ever this month. Set to hit the regional towns of Winton, Longreach, Barcaldine, Blackall, Tambo and Windorah from May 18–27, the impressive festival celebrates the wonder of opera with a program of awe-inspiring outdoor concerts and pop-up performances in historical settings. more
Is there any sight better than a full social calendar? With lockdowns a distant memory, Brisbane's event scene is positively packed with a smorgasbord of fabulous festivals, city-wide art activations and road-trip-worthy experiences. To make things extra convenient for you, we’ve put together a handy list of the coolest events happening in Brisbane this May. more
Summer festival season is officially back, baby! Beloved end-of-year music fest Falls Festival has just dropped word of its massive roster of artists performing across its three-day event. In addition to bringing some big-name international acts to our shores, Falls Festival's line-up will also feature an on-the-pulse selection of Australia's best music artists. more
If you're anything like us, you've probably spent many an evening working on your couch groove while tuning into music-fuelled shows like Spicks and Specks and Rockwiz. Watching iconic Aussie musos hang out on your tele is a barrel of fun, so that's why we got pretty pumped up when we heard that a new type of live show – one starring some of the country’s biggest names in music – is set to kick off around Australia this July! Say hello to Georgia Mooney’s SUPERGROUP, an event so eclectic and star-studded, you'll be remiss not to think you're watching some of your favourite music-centric TV shows come to life. more
When it comes to listening to our favourite tunes, nothing beats the crackle of a good record (sorry Spotify, sometimes you simply just don't cut it). On Saturday April 23, die-hard vinyl fans will celebrate Record Store Day – a whole day dedicated to the unique culture of a record store and the special role these independently owned entities play in their communities. Brisbane’s favourite vinyl slingers are getting in on the action with a celebration taking over Brunswick Street Mall – here are all of the need-to-know deets ... more
One of our favourite local fiestas, Teneriffe Festival, will be making its long-awaited comeback next month! This bangin' 'burb blowout will be brimming with delicious eats, decadent drinkables and perhaps most excitingly, some darn-fine entertainment. We've got the lowdown on who will be serenading you on Saturday May 28 and we think you're going to froth this primo program of performers. more
Lovers of the Aussie music scene are in for a treat this April as two powerhouses of the industry, Lo Carmen and Andrew Stafford, are joining forces for one enlightening evening at Brisbane Powerhouse. Brains, beauty and a bucketload of talent will be front and centre at this not-to-be-missed conversation, here's a taster of what to expect ... more
Have you heard the word? After a two-year hiatus, Stones Corner Festival is making its big and beautiful comeback to the Logan Road strip on Sunday May 1. Teeming with refreshing brews, delicious bites and dancefloor beats from homegrown music icons, this is one street party worth making tracks to. more
As we all know, the last few weeks have been devastating for many of our friends in Southeast Queensland and the Northern Rivers of New South Wales. A catastrophic natural disaster has ravaged areas of Brisbane, Lismore, Mullumbimby, Coraki and more, with floodwaters sweeping away entire livelihoods. To assist with the region's ongoing recovery efforts, Secret Sounds has announced Flood Aid – a range of fundraising initiatives with 100 percent of money raised going directly to affected communities. With stellar gigs, tongue-in-cheek merch, auctions and more, there are plenty of ways to get involved to support the cause. Tickets go on sale today, Thursday March 17 – read on for details. more
The Weekend Edition isn't the only organisation celebrating its tenth year of operation. Beloved party starters A Love Supreme is also commemorating its tenth circuit around the sun with two massive shows (featuring a tasteful mix of music makers) taking place later this month. more
We know it's March, but we're keen to wipe the slate clean and start 2022 anew – and there's no better way to do this than with tickets to some top-notch gigs! A whole bunch of exciting events are on the cards for this year year including the return of international acts, our favourite music festivals and some song-and-dance-filled stage shows to boot. Here's our round-up of the most anticipated events set to hit our shores in 2022 ... more
Get excited, folks – one of the city's most exciting cultural events, BrisAsia Festival, is back. From February 1–20, our city will come alive with the sights, sounds, tastes and experiences of Asia – no passport needed! From street-wide tea festivals full of boba to romantic gigs in gardens, here are some of the most exciting BrisAsia events popping up in Brisbane ... more
With a mission to bring opera to all Queenslanders, regardless of where you live, and a true passion for the art form, Opera Queensland is set to deliver another dynamite season this year. From once-in-a-lifetime outback concerts under the night sky to brand-new productions made in collaboration with some of Queensland's brightest stars, there are many reasons to dip your toes into this year's program. In fact, we'll give you ten reasons right now ... more
Opera, considered by many to be the greatest art form of them all, renowned for its grand sets, glamorous costumes and foyers filled with the rich and powerful, has been placed by many in their personal ‘not for me’ basket. Friends, we’re here to tell you that’s simply not the case. For too long Opera has been stereotyped as a cultural activity reserved for fuddy conservative types. A night at the opera is filled with intensity and emotion, with inspiring, romantic and often tragic tales told by singers who train like elite athletes to project their voices over the majestic sounds of a full orchestra. A night at the opera is an occasion like no other – enjoyed by traditional and modern audiences alike. This is particularly the case with Opera Queensland's 2022 season, which presents three inspiring main stage productions at QPAC, a variety of intimate recitals for its Studio… more
For the not-so-in-the-know, The Grigoryan Brothers are considered Australia's finest classical guitar duo – the pair have dazzled on stages in not only our Great Southern Land but across the world with their musical expertise. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the National Museum of Australia, Slava and Leonard Grigoryan have been inspired by a collection of iconic Australian artefacts to create a program of original works. Now, the brothers are hitting the road and making a pit stop at Brisbane Powerhouse on Friday February 25 to perform This Is Us: A Musical Reflection of Australia. more
After two quiet Splendour-less years, we're more than just a little bit excited to say that one of our favourite musical festivals is back with a vengeance – and a killer line-up, to boot! Splendour in the Grass has just announced a ripper roster of international and Aussie artists that will be headlining the country’s biggest celebration of music at North Byron Parklands from Friday July 22 to Sunday July 24, 2022. more
