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Must-see play Seven Methods of Killing Kylie Jenner explores racism and the dangers of social media
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Must-see play Seven Methods of Killing Kylie Jenner explores racism and the dangers of social media

20 Jan 2022

It's the new year, theatre-loving readers, and we're more than just a little excited to start packing our calendar with thrilling stage shows. One such tantalising theatre experience is La Boite Theatre's newest production, Seven Methods of Killing Kylie Jenner. This killer comedy is well worth a spot on your 2022 must-see list, so keep a space in your diary free from February 24 to March 12. more

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Get your stocking stuffed at sizzling comedy show A Very Naughty Christmas
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Get your stocking stuffed at sizzling comedy show A Very Naughty Christmas

09 Dec 2021

Christmas is just around the corner and we can hear your collective sigh of relief from here. We're ready to clock off for a couple of weeks, chuck on the ultimate festive flick (it's Die Hard, don't even try to argue it) and settle in with some hot cocoa (aka a hot Milo with a dash of Baileys). If you're keen to add a dash(er) of raunchy entertainment to your Christmas shenanigans then we suggest you dance(r) and prance(r) over to Brisbane Powerhouse to catch everyone’s favourite adults-only yuletide production, A Very Naughty Christmas. This holiday-themed comedy concert is back to tickle your tinsel for its fifth year from December 9–19 – and its cast is definitely on Santa's naughty list. more

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Kylie Jenner and '90s nostalgia – La Boite Theatre lifts the curtain on its explosive 2022 season
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Kylie Jenner and ’90s nostalgia – La Boite Theatre lifts the curtain on its explosive 2022 season

25 Nov 2021

We're close to running out of pages on our 2021 calendar and this means one thing – the new year looms and with it comes a collection of exciting events set to hit our city. Kelvin Grove entertainment destination La Boite Theatre will inject a bounty of thrilling theatre experiences into 2022 including killer comedies, heart-tugging musicals, reimaginings of Oscar Wilde favourites and rip-roaring page-to-stage adaptations. Here's a taste of what you can expect to hit the mainstage soon ... more

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Secret bars and shape-shifting storylines – what you didn't know about immersive theatrical experience A Midnight Visit
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Secret bars and shape-shifting storylines – what you didn’t know about immersive theatrical experience A Midnight Visit

07 Oct 2021

Combining 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

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Tackle life’s big questions in Queensland Theatre’s refreshing new play Return to the Dirt
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Tackle life’s big questions in Queensland Theatre’s refreshing new play Return to the Dirt

07 Oct 2021

It 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

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Beachside blues – classic Australian play Away gets a new life at La Boite
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Beachside blues – classic Australian play Away gets a new life at La Boite

30 Sep 2021

Any 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

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A Shakespearean tragedy gets one hot take in La Boite's sizzling production CAESAR
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A Shakespearean tragedy gets one hot take in La Boite’s sizzling production CAESAR

15 Jul 2021

Shakespeare'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

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Feisty femmes and cliffside concerts – five must-see events at BLEACH* Festival 2021
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Feisty femmes and cliffside concerts – five must-see events at BLEACH* Festival 2021

14 Jul 2021

Ready 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

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Scintillating one-woman show Prima Facie brings the courtroom to the stage
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Scintillating one-woman show Prima Facie brings the courtroom to the stage

02 Jul 2021

With 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

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Brisbane Powerhouse's new production Undertow tackles the hardships of high school
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Brisbane Powerhouse’s new production Undertow tackles the hardships of high school

03 Jun 2021

High 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

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Interact with history at Woolloongabba's magical speakeasy the Time Travel Cafe
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Interact with history at Woolloongabba’s magical speakeasy the Time Travel Cafe

22 Apr 2021

One 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

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Singing, dancing and a dose of drama – La Boite Theatre announces its spellbinding ACT 2
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Singing, dancing and a dose of drama – La Boite Theatre announces its spellbinding ACT 2

08 Apr 2021

Following 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

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Showgirls, soul singers and tea spilling – MELT Festival drops its rainbow-soaked program
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Showgirls, soul singers and tea spilling – MELT Festival drops its rainbow-soaked program

18 Mar 2021

For 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

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Love affairs, New York and hilarious antics – the curtains are raising for Queensland Theatre's Triple X
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Love affairs, New York and hilarious antics – the curtains are raising for Queensland Theatre’s Triple X

17 Mar 2021

This 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

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Watch live shows like never before at The Tivoli's Open Season series of gigs
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Watch live shows like never before at The Tivoli’s Open Season series of gigs

30 Sep 2020

Be 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

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Queensland Theatre set to reopen with the world premiere of The Holidays
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Queensland Theatre set to reopen with the world premiere of The Holidays

10 Sep 2020

It 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

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Jazzy picnics, Disney drive-ins and blockbuster motorcycle exhibitions – the best spring events to check out in Brisbane
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Jazzy picnics, Disney drive-ins and blockbuster motorcycle exhibitions – the best spring events to check out in Brisbane

10 Sep 2020

Spring 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

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Pick up the phone for a sexy hump-day treat with (You Don’t Have To Put On Your) Red Light
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Pick up the phone for a sexy hump-day treat with (You Don’t Have To Put On Your) Red Light

10 Sep 2020

Your 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

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Metro Arts opens its doors at West Village with a colourful program of events
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Metro Arts opens its doors at West Village with a colourful program of events

03 Sep 2020

Since moving out of its previous home at 109 Edward Street in The City, we have been eagerly anticipating the reopening (and rebirth) of Metro Arts. The famed creative institution has found its new stomping ground within the West Village precinct, bringing West End its first live theatre in a quarter of a century. To usher in the contemporary era of the 40-year-old multi-arts organisation, Metro Arts has lifted the curtain on its vibrant 2020 program, which includes a variety of electrifying performances, thrilling productions, eye-catching installations and enchanting exhibitions. It all kicks off when the doors open to the public on Thursday September 3, with a jam-packed itinerary of exciting events from the Brisbane Festival program. more