What’s on in Brisbane this weekend
21 Oct 2021So you know how to spend your weekend in Brisbane, we have rounded up some ripper events – from street-wide fiestas and riverside high teas to theatrical playgrounds and farm-gate trails. more
Secret bars and shape-shifting storylines – what you didn’t know about immersive theatrical experience A Midnight Visit
07 Oct 2021Combining thrilling theatrics with Edgar Allan Poe story elements, A Midnight Visit has been entertaining Brisbane audiences from inside a disused Fortitude Valley warehouse the past few months. Luckily for thrill-seekers that haven't had the chance to experience the sheer madness of the project, A Midnight Visit has added more shows, so we decided to delve into this mysterious pop-up playground and provide you with some salacious secrets about the production ... more
Tackle life’s big questions in Queensland Theatre’s refreshing new play Return to the Dirt
07 Oct 2021It seems that Brisbane is coming alive again – there are live gigs aplenty, our city's dining scene is thriving and stage shows are popping up left, right and centre. One such show that's well worth your time and ticket is Return to the Dirt, a new play coming to Queensland Theatre this spring from October 16 to November 6. Imaginative, honest and uplifting, this play will raise some of those usually awkward conversations we tend to avoid about life and death – and delves into what it means to really live in the moment. more
Beachside blues – classic Australian play Away gets a new life at La Boite
30 Sep 2021Any seasoned theatre-goer will be familiar with Australian playwright Michael Gow's seminal play, Away. First performed by Sydney's Griffin Theatre Company in 1986, this beachside holiday tale follows three very different families holidaying on the coast for Christmas in 1968. Fast forward to 2021 and the play is getting a fresh new look thanks to the drama-driven crew of La Boite Theatre. Coming to the Kelvin Grove hub from October 25 to November 13, Away is set to take theatre buffs' breath, well, away. more
Globetrotting food festivals, wine soirees and stage spectaculars – the best events happening in and around Brisbane this August
27 Jul 2021Another month, another bunch of awesome happenings to look forward to! Whether you're looking to indulge in some internationally inspired fare, see a beloved story make it to the stage or shop up a storm, there is something for every leisure seeker on the calendar this month. To make things extra convenient for you, we've put together a handy list of the coolest events happening in Brisbane this August. more
A Shakespearean tragedy gets one hot take in La Boite’s sizzling production CAESAR
15 Jul 2021Shakespeare's account of the Roman general's murder by his friend Brutus, The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, is a meditation on friendship, duty and betrayal. The psychological drama was first performed in 1599 and has been adapted many a time – from Orson Welles' 1937 version to Broadway shows and even on the big screen with Marlon Brando. Now, a talented troupe from La Boite Theatre is taking on the iconic play and making it their own. Playing at La Boite from July 23 to August 7, CAESAR is one electrifying theatrical experience you can't miss. more
Feisty femmes and cliffside concerts – five must-see events at BLEACH* Festival 2021
14 Jul 2021Ready your glad rags – BLEACH* Festival is back and she's ready to party! This year, the Gold Coast's pre-eminent multi-day arts and cultural event is celebrating its impressive ten-year milestone with a jam-packed program of art, live music, cabaret, theatre, dance and stories across three main hubs including Burleigh Heads, Southport and Mudgeeraba. As an extra-special treat, there will also be performances in the cultural corridors of HOTA and Dust Temple in Currumbin. This year's festival runs from August 12–22 and whilst we firmly believe the entire festival program is well and truly worthy of the spotlight (you can check that out here), we’ve cherry-picked our top five must-see events that are well worth the drive down the M1 for. more
Scintillating one-woman show Prima Facie brings the courtroom to the stage
02 Jul 2021With the pandemic looming over 2020 and 2021, the #MeToo Movement has taken a back seat in the press. However, sexual harassment, gender inequality and the everyday patriarchal pressures that women face in society have not disappeared. Playwright Suzie Miller is putting the spotlight back on these issues in Queensland Theatre’s powerful debut of Prima Facie from Wednesday July 14 to Saturday August 7. more
Cliffside concerts and escapist experiences – BLEACH* Festival unveils its jam-packed program for 2021
14 Jun 2021Unless you’re new to the coast or you’ve been living under a rock, you’re probably well familiar with BLEACH* Festival. For those who aren’t, well, allow us – BLEACH* Festival is our premier arts and cultural festival that is proudly and passionately Gold Coast. In 2021, BLEACH* Festival will not only celebrate its ten-year milestone but will once again transform the city's esplanades, vacant blocks, Botanic Gardens and hinterland hideaways into backdrops for awe-inspiring, thought-provoking, and exhilarating experiences from August 12–22. Intrigued? You should be! Here's what BLEACH* Festival 2021 has in store ... more
Brisbane Powerhouse’s new production Undertow tackles the hardships of high school
03 Jun 2021High school was a tough time – homework, hormones and the general pressures of growing up sometimes felt like you were stuck in a pressure cooker that would explode at any moment. Brisbane Powerhouse's newest production, Undertow, takes us back into the halls of high school, and in the process sweeps us up into a scintillating story that tackles everything from resilience to mental health, relationships, identity and empathy. more
Interact with history at Woolloongabba’s magical speakeasy the Time Travel Cafe
22 Apr 2021One would figure a Woolloongabba cocktail bar to be a pretty odd place to find a temporal anomaly, but what would we know? We're no experts on time travel. What we do know is that the secretive souls at SpaceFold Technology are getting things primed and ready for the arrival of the Time Travel Cafe – a very special speakeasy that will soon be piercing the fabric of time to arrive at Canvas Club from May 5–23. Before it shuffles off to another point in the timeline, Brisbane locals are welcome to pop in for a drink and a chat with the cafe's distinguished denizens. Keen to indulge your Dr. Who fantasies? Read on to get the low-down on this TARDIS full of tipples ... more
Singing, dancing and a dose of drama – La Boite Theatre announces its spellbinding ACT 2
08 Apr 2021Following a successful season opening with ACT 1 – which featured two hit productions – La Boite Theatre is pulling out all of the stops for a thrilling ACT 2. Kicking off this month and running until August, the exciting second act of the theatre's 2021 season features two diverse main stage productions, a fresh-faced music series and a brand-spanking-new program of HWY events. Order some bubbles, take your seat and settle in for a night at the theatre. more
Showgirls, soul singers and tea spilling – MELT Festival drops its rainbow-soaked program
18 Mar 2021For six fabulous years, MELT: Festival of Queer Arts and Culture has brought a glitter-soaked treasure chest of events to our city. After the year-that-should-not-be-named, MELT is back and better than ever and is giving us a reason to not only put on our heels, but kick them back. So you can start applying your eyeshadow, we have got your sneak peek into this year's festival. From confetti-covered cabaret to Queen tributes, here's a taste of some not-to-be-missed events ... more
Love affairs, New York and hilarious antics – the curtains are raising for Queensland Theatre’s Triple X
17 Mar 2021This time last year, things were a bit strange. Our favourite venues around Brisbane were closing their doors – from restaurants and cafes to cinemas and even our beloved theatres. Thankfully, this year we are well and truly back in action and so is Queensland Theatre. One show that is finding its spotlight again after COVID drew the curtains on the production in 2020 is the much-anticipated Triple X. Set to challenge theatre goers' perception of love, this must-see play is taking over Queensland Theatre until Thursday April 1. more
Super-cute date ideas to impress your crush this Valentine’s Day
11 Feb 2021Loved up couples, listen up! Valentine's Day has finally arrived, with the romantic occasion landing in our hot little hands this Sunday February 14. Whether you plan on spending it with your special someone, a single mate or you've accidentally scheduled a Tinder date (whoops, good luck buddy) we've got a few activities up our sleeves that are sure to impress. Here are some out-of-the-box date-night ideas for this Valentine's Day when a dinner and movie just won't cut it ... more
La Boite Theatre welcomes audiences back and into the conversation with HWY Live
05 Nov 2020It is with great enthusiasm that we welcome the reopening of Brisbane’s beloved La Boite Theatre this month – as well as the chance to play a vital role in helping develop some great new Australian works. HWY Live will show off Brisbane's impressive wealth of local talent, from emerging artists to mid-career names. more
Watch live shows like never before at The Tivoli’s Open Season series of gigs
30 Sep 2020Be prepared for jaw-dropping cabaret, daring circus acts and a whole lot of live-music goodness – The Tivoli is putting on a show (well, actually, quite a lot of them) as part of its brand-new live music and entertainment series Open Season. A curated series of concerts and performances taking over the iconic live-music venue, Open Season is set to reinvigorate Brisbane’s performing arts scene all summer long. From November 2020 to February 2021, eager concert-goers will be able to treat their ears and eyes to shows featuring Custard, Megan Washington, Cub Sport, Queensland Symphony Orchestra, Briefs Factory and many more! more
Queensland Theatre set to reopen with the world premiere of The Holidays
10 Sep 2020It feels like everybody could do with a little bit of good, nay great news, so here's something that is guaranteed to bring a smile to your dial – after a temporary COVID-related hiatus, the Queensland Theatre is back, baby! To celebrate its triumphant return, the venue is hosting the world-premiere season of the Queensland Premier’s Drama Award (QPDA) 2018–19 winner The Holidays by David Megarrity. more
Jazzy picnics, Disney drive-ins and blockbuster motorcycle exhibitions – the best spring events to check out in Brisbane
10 Sep 2020Spring sees Brisbane bloom with a number of exciting events popping up all over the city. So you can streamline the new season celebrations, we have picked out some of the top events worth checking out from September to November. From month-long culture festivals to musical-filled picnics in the park, outdoor cinemas and world-exclusive exhibitions, there’s plenty to dive into this spring. more
Pick up the phone for a sexy hump-day treat with (You Don’t Have To Put On Your) Red Light
10 Sep 2020Your phone rings. You've been expecting it but still, it startles you. Excitedly, you answer. The voice on the other end commands you to get comfortable because you're in for a wild ride. You oblige because, let's be honest, 2020 has been a bit of a bummer so far, so anything that promises a little escape is a welcome reprieve. Plus, you're in the mood for a really, really good time. If this sounds like your kind of hump-day activity, you are invited to get a little hot under the collar for (You Don’t Have To Put On Your) Red Light, an intimate audio experience coming to a phone near you. more