We saw it on the big screen many moons ago, the stage show has just left Sydney with plenty of rave reviews and now it's Brisbane's turn – a supercalifragilistic new production of Mary Poppins flies into QPAC this October for a strictly limited season. Full of heart and some of your favourite songs, this magical stage show is well worth nabbing a ticket, which – you'll be happy to hear – can be obtained for $45 a pop. more
Baz Luhrmann's 2001 jukebox musical hit Moulin Rouge! is as beloved today (perhaps even more so) than it was when it was released more than two decades ago. Its cult following is so devoted that it birthed an Australian-produced musical that has taken the world by storm. In some of the most exciting news to come out of 2022, Moulin Rouge! The Musical is set to can-can into Brisbane in all its glitz, grandeur and glory. more
Broadway-loving babies and theatre fanatics, please stay seated for this next piece of news – Jonathan Larson's Broadway blockbuster tick, tick…BOOM! is coming to Brisbane from March 4–5, 2023. First premiering Off-Broadway in 2001, this magical stage show has since amassed a devoted cult following, a movie adaptation and numerous international productions. Now, it's our turn to finally witness Jonathan Larson's masterpiece. more
For seven fabulous years, MELT: Festival of Queer Arts and Culture has sprinkled Brisbane with glittery events. So we're pretty damn excited that MELT is back from November 10–27 with an absolutely bonkers program. From global headliners and an award-winning cabaret to high-energy music club nights and a queer comedy gala, here's a taste of some not-to-be-missed events ... more
September brings us a bounty of unmissable events, including one of our favourite city wide celebrations – Brisbane Festival. This spring, Metro Arts is teaming up with Brisbane Festival to serve up some sizzling stage shows that are well worth your ticket. From a crack-up comedy and a virtuosic romp to a reimagining of a classic video game arcade, there's something for everyone this season at Metro Arts. more
Adaptations of Shakespeare are engrained into society and pop-culture – The Lion King, She's The Man, 10 Things I Hate About You and Baz Lurhman's Romeo and Juliet. Now, Queensland Theatre is taking a stab at The Bard with Othello, reimagining the play in the Torres Strait. more
This September, La Boite's 2022 season will finish up strong with Tiddas, a co-production with QPAC and Brisbane Festival. Friendship takes centre stage in this adaptation of Anita Heiss’ best-selling novel of the same name, which focuses on five mates whose monthly meetings cover books, life, love and everything messy in between. more
For more than 50 years, Queensland Theatre has birthed visually stunning and thought-provoking productions, presenting an annual season of the best international and Australian works. Its newest production, The Almighty Sometimes, is set to kick off a timely and crucial conversation about mental health and the ripple effect it has on families. more
Ahoy there, sailor! Have you heard the sirens call yet? If not, let us introduce you to Love Lust Lost, Brisbane's newest immersive experience. Found deep in a disused Valley warehouse, this subterranean dreamworld lets you choose your own journey. Though every experience is unique, here are some of the paths you can take if you're keen to uncover the mysteries of the deep ... 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
Picture an underwater world where mythical creatures play, emotions swirl in cerulean waters and tales of the deep are delved into right in front of your eyes. Well you won't have to leave things to the imagination much longer, as you can find this mysterious aqueous oasis in a disused Valley warehouse this July. If your curiosity just piqued, read on to discover more about Love Lust Lost, the largest ever immersive theatre experience to be staged in Brisbane. more
We've now entered the second half of 2022, but that doesn't mean Brisbane's exciting calendar of events is showing any signs of slowing down. Metro Arts' upcoming production roster is a harbinger of the second coming of dynamite performances set to hit our city, with two exhilarating shows arriving at the New Benner Theatre this July. more
When you conjure up images of a magic show, you most likely envision magicians costumed in top hats, capes, gloves and wands. Well, we're about to describe a magic show that strips back everything apart from the wands – they will actually be on full display along with a whole lot of NSFW surprises. Say hello to the Naked Magicians, a duo not afraid to reveal a couple of tools of the trade, just not the secrets. 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
Oscar Wilde’s unmistakable style is combined with a hefty dose of ’90s nostalgia for La Boite Theatre's newest production, An Ideal Husband, which kicks off this July. The scintillating show is playwright Lewis Treston’s adaptation of the iconic society drama about political corruption. Set in Canberra in 1996, this fresh adaption of Wilde’s classic comedy is a hot take on Australian politics and is a must see for any theatre lover ... more
Prepare for popping bottles of bubbles, bendy bodies and a bounty of glitter – Blanc de Blanc Encore is returning to Brisbane! You can expect the same jaw-dropping showcase of jazz tunes, electrifying circus tricks, hilarious antics, gob-smacking acrobatics and risque humour, but this time, amped up to the max. more
When it comes to the entertainment scene, Brisbane is making up for lost time. While the last couple of years have seen empty theatres and sad-looking stages, 2022 seems to be bursting at the seams with must-see theatre, glorious gigs and unmissable events. One show that's worth pencilling in your calendar is Bernhardt/Hamlet, a play coming to Queensland Theatre this autumn from May 28 to June 18. Imaginative, hilarious and hard hitting, this play is for both Shakespeare fans and those who are keen to enjoy a dose of immersive theatre. 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
Pick a card, any card. Remember the number, now put it back in the deck ... while we have no idea what card you pulled out, we can point you in the direction of some fine magicians that will wow you with plenty of close-up magic tricks and leave you rubbing your eyes in wonder. If you like your cocktails served with a side of magic and neon-lit charm, then pull up a seat at the Maho Magic Bar and prepare for a night that will surprise and delight your senses. Straight from the streets of Tokyo, the Magic Makers from Maho Magic Bar are hitting the Gold Coast for a limited time and are ready to serve up delicious drinks and mystifying magic tricks. more
Let's play a little game of 'did you know?'. First fun fact right off the bat – more than 150 years ago, 13 brave Aboriginal men sailed to England and into the unknown, all in the name of cricket. The true-story-inspired theatre piece coming to Brisbane Powerhouse, Black Cockatoo, tells this little-known tale with help from a stellar First Nations cast. Looking for a scintillating show to add to your calendar this April? This one is a winner. more
