This weekend is jam-packed with goodness, from festive events in The City and pop-up foodie meccas to world-class opera and all of the best Christmas markets happening around town. Take a peek at this handy guide to what's on in Brisbane from Thursday December 7 to Sunday December 10. Enjoy! more
Ah, school holidays. While we love some quality time spent with the little ones, sometimes it can be difficult to find enough activities to keep the kiddies entertained that are also easy on the bank account. This is where the Lord Mayor's Children's Program comes in. With two super-fun and free productions taking over Brisbane City Hall in December and January, there is so much affordable entertainment to be experienced. Keep reading for all of the details ... more
Great news for fans of flamboyant and fabulous frivolity –The Pink Flamingo Spiegeland, Brisbane's pulse-igniting, 400-seat spiegel pavillion, is opening at Northshore Hamilton on Saturday December 9. It's here where you'll experience regular cabaret, burlesque, comedy, acrobatics and drag shows in glitzy 1920s New York City-inspired surrounds. Expanding its flock from iconic venue The Pink Flamingo Spielgelclub Gold Coast, the Brisbane sibling will be home to three world-class resident productions, alongside a range of food and beverage offerings to keep you satisfied. Tickets to its inaugural run of shows are on sale now and we've got all of the details, so keep reading ... more
Queensland Theatre has brought a bucketful of laughs, shrieks, joy and hope to Brisbane in 2023. For the final time this year, the red carpet is bring rolled out for a season finale production that promises to take audiences on a wild journey of romance and struggle. The Australian premiere of Vietgone is taking over QPAC's Playhouse Theatre from November 4–18, and we suggest you bring some tissues as this spectacular show will make you laugh, cry, feel inspired and maybe even think a little differently. more
Brisbane's passionate incubator of the arts, La Boite Theatre, is wrapping up its trailblazing season of mainstage productions with a pop-culture fuelled world premiere that is full of razor-sharp dialogue, iconic costumes, belly laughs and a whole lot of heart. Taking over La Boite's Roundhouse Theatre from November 6–25, IRL will take you back to your youth in a ferociously funny reflection of what it means to be a teenager searching for love, acceptance and community. more
For the past 98 years, La Boite Theatre has been a melting pot of creativity, supporting thought-provoking conversations, broadening horizons, stirring emotions and igniting imaginations. The icon's newest contemporary-theatre piece YES YES YES, continues to do just that, putting issues young people face in the spotlight and highlighting the importance of the word yes. more
Life is brimming with ordinary instances. Whether it's the everyday journey to work or the weekly grocery shop, these instances, though unexciting, carry a unique importance in our lives. Finding beauty in the ordinary can bring us tremendous joy, and help us to see the world around us in a whole new light. more
MELT Festival, the cutting-edge celebration of queer art, artists and ideas, has just unveiled its jam-packed 2023 program. Encapsulating the diversity of the queer community and sheer depth of talent across dance floors, book pages, gallery spaces and theatre stages, MELT is delivering one of the most comprehensive showcases of LGBTQIA+ culture to date. It's taking place at Brisbane Powerhouse from November 11–26 – here's what you can expect ... more
When we think of Bollywood cinema, dramatic love stories, elaborate dance sequences, colourful costumes and musical numbers are among the characteristics that come to mind. ITEM, a new dance-theatre work from Brisbane’s Dance Masala Bollywood Dance Company, flips the script on the idealised storytelling tropes of the Bollywood genre and gives it a feminist twist. This one-of-a-kind show will take over the Metro Arts stage from August 17–19, bringing with it a culture-packed performance filled with high-energy Bollywood dancing, catchy music and hyper-rich projected graphics. more
There's a fine line between love and hate, and La Boite Theatre's world-premiere production Capricorn certainly treads it. Written and directed by Butchulla and Kabi Kabi writer Aidan Rowlingson, Capricorn is an unconventional rom-com that follows the fractured trajectory of a relationship in decline, and poses the question – is it possible to love someone and hate them at the same time? more
It's not often that we get a bargain deal at the ballet, but Queensland Ballet's new multi-show season Trilogy is packaging in three ballets for the price of one. From June 16–25, Trilogy is treating audiences to three works from a trio of renowned choreographers, with each performance showcasing unique choreography and dynamic storytelling. more
City-wide celebration Brisbane Festival is back from September 1–23 and is set to deliver a jam-packed program of entertainment. The festival, in association with QPAC, has just announced it will stage the world premiere season of two stage works that are set to dazzle theatre-goers. Allow us to make a song and dance about these two exciting debut productions ... more
Do you ever watch a movie and find yourself with a new-found pep in your step as the credits roll? That's how we feel after watching much-loved film Sister Act, the Whoopi Goldberg masterpiece that is guaranteed to have you bopping in your seat. An homage to the 90s classic is making its way to Brisbane Powerhouse this July, for a sinfully supreme showcase that sees some of Australia's best get back in the habit. more
Ever heard the saying, 'life is a marathon not a sprint'? The latest production from Metro Arts, Break, queries the nature of our dream chasing, the lengths we take to reach the top and asks when it all comes crashing down – what happens next? more
As a quest for wealth meets temptation, will it all be too much to bear? La Boite Theatre invites you to follow the journey of a young man as he navigates a bold new world, taking you from the opium dens of 19th century China to the rugged goldfields of colonial Australia. more
If you've been itching for the arrival of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, then we have some spectacular, spectacular news for you! TodayTix has launched a $30 digital lottery for the must-see musical, and you can throw your hat in the ring right now. more
The latest production from Metro Arts, SHE (See us, Hear us, Engage with us) poses the question on all of our lips following the events of the last couple years – what is going on? more
When it comes to bold, brave and bewitching performances, Metro Arts is where it's at. The West End theatre continues to bring out-of-the-box cultural events to the Brisbane arts scene and its newest production Rough, Red and Raw is no exception. Combining electro-pop bangers, unhinged visuals and sensual choreography with side-splitting comedy, this sonic experience is sure to have your earholes quivering. more
If the past 98 years are anything to show for, La Boite has certainly been a trailblazer and passionate incubator of Brisbane's longstanding art scene. Built on an ethos of pushing boundaries and creating pathways for local and national artists, La Boite's 2023 season is no different, unleashing new works that continue to broaden horizons, ignite imaginations and stir emotions. This season, the nation's oldest and boldest theatre company has once again cooked up a killer line-up of productions – including four world premieres, re-imagined classics and contemporary works. more
There is much to love about Ireland. Whether it's the lush landscapes, compelling history or wonderful people, it's certainly a destination high on our bucket list. If a holiday to the Celtic motherland is not currently in your budget, don't fret! As this St Patrick's Day weekend you can be whisked away to Eire, no passport needed for the return of the music and dance sensation – A Taste of Ireland. more
