The arts program this weekend brings together major theatre productions, contemporary dance, classical music, exhibitions, cinema, jazz and cultural events. From acclaimed stage productions and ballet to gallery exhibitions, film screenings and live performances, there are creative experiences across Brisbane for a range of interests.

The Films of John Cassavetes

3 July – 29 August 2026 | Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA), Cinema A, South Brisbane
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The Films of John Cassavetes presents a selection of the influential American filmmaker’s work as part of GOMA’s cinema program Tumult and Tenderness. The program explores Cassavetes’ distinctive approach to independent filmmaking and his focus on human relationships.

The Red Dress

25 July – 13 September 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City
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The Red Dress is a collaborative textile artwork featuring thousands of embroidered contributions from people around the world. The exhibition explores women’s experiences, memory and identity through the evolving red garment.

The Book of Mormon

31 July – 4 October 2026 | Glasshouse Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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The Book of Mormon is the award-winning musical created by Trey Parker, Matt Stone and Robert Lopez. The story follows two young missionaries sent to Uganda, combining musical theatre, satire and comedy.

Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards 2026

1 August – 1 November 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City
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The Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards showcases photographs celebrating Brisbane, its people, places and communities. The annual exhibition presents selected works from photographers across a range of styles and perspectives.

Celia Gullett: Spirit Into Matter

5 – 29 August 2026 | Jan Murphy Gallery, Fortitude Valley
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Spirit Into Matter presents new work by Australian artist Celia Gullett. The exhibition explores the relationship between physical materials, form and ideas through Gullett’s contemporary practice.

Do Not Go Gentle

11 – 30 August 2026 | Bille Brown Theatre, South Brisbane
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Do Not Go Gentle explores ageing, dementia, loss and what it means to face the end of life. The production features Andrew Buchanan, Jennifer Flowers, Steven Grives, Christen O’Leary, Marilyn Richardson, Bruce Spence and William Zappa.

Undying: Abdul-Rahman Abdullah

13 August – 7 November 2026 | Griffith University Art Museum, South Bank
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Undying presents work by Western Australian artist Abdul-Rahman Abdullah, whose practice explores memory, family, mortality and connections between people and place through sculpture and installation.

Bohemian Dreams – Mozart, Schubert, Haydn, Krommer & Punto

21 – 30 August 2026 | Plant Empire, Tennyson
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Bohemian Dreams brings classical works by Mozart, Schubert, Haydn, Krommer and Punto to an intimate setting. The program features chamber music from the Classical and early Romantic periods.

Dead Bat on the Night Shift

26 – 29 August, 2 – 5 September 2026 | PIP Theatre, Milton
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Dead Bat on the Night Shift is a theatrical production presented at PIP Theatre. The work brings a darkly comic story to the stage across two performance periods.

Ballet of Lights

28 August 2026 | The Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba
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Ballet of Lights combines classical ballet with illuminated costumes and lighting effects. The performance uses choreography, visual effects and glowing costumes to present a familiar story in a distinctive stage setting.

Immerse – RQAS Jazz Night

28 August 2026 | RQAS Brisbane Gallery, Brisbane City
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Immerse – RQAS Jazz Night combines live jazz with the gallery setting of the Royal Queensland Art Society. The evening brings music and visual art together in a creative environment.

Rosa Mack & West End Mana

28 August 2026 | Mirrorball Ministries, West End
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Rosa Mack & West End Mana presents a live music performance featuring Rosa Mack and West End Mana at Mirrorball Ministries.

Death of a Salesman

28 August – 6 September 2026 | Lyric Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman arrives in Brisbane in a production directed by Neil Armfield and starring Anthony LaPaglia as Willy Loman. The Australian production also features Alison Whyte, Josh Helman and Ben O’Toole.

Alcides Neto

29 August 2026 | The Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba
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Alcides Neto brings his live performance to The Princess Theatre, presenting the Brazilian artist’s music in an intimate Brisbane setting.

Taiwan Film Festival

29 August 2026 | Event Cinemas, Brisbane City
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Taiwan Film Festival presents a selection of Taiwanese films, offering audiences an opportunity to experience contemporary cinema and stories from Taiwan on the big screen.

Book Launch with Dannika Patterson

29 August 2026 | Harry Hartog, Carindale
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Dannika Patterson appears at Harry Hartog for a book launch celebrating her latest work. The event offers readers an opportunity to meet the author and discover her new publication.

The Silent Cry of Flowers

29 – 30 August 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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The Silent Cry of Flowers is a contemporary dance work created by Sthan Kabar-Louët and performed by nine dancers. The work explores resilience, exile and hope through movement, imagery and music.

Symphonic Stories: Music on Sundays 4

30 August 2026 | Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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Symphonic Stories: Music on Sundays 4 presents a live orchestral program in QPAC’s Concert Hall, combining orchestral works with storytelling as part of the Sunday concert series.

This weekend’s program covers theatre, ballet, contemporary dance, classical and jazz music, cinema, photography, visual art and cultural events, with major productions and intimate creative experiences taking place across Brisbane.

Ballet, theatre, musical theatre, classical music, jazz, photography, visual art and film come together this weekend, with major stage productions, exhibitions and live performances offering a varied program for arts audiences.

Heart Dance

25 June – 27 August 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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Heart Dance is a dance experience combining curated music with movement and opportunities for participants to connect with themselves and others. No previous dance experience is required.

The Films of John Cassavetes

3 July – 29 August 2026 | Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA), Cinema A, South Brisbane
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This film program explores the work of American filmmaker and actor John Cassavetes, presenting films he directed alongside selected works featuring him as a performer.

The Red Dress

25 July – 13 September 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City
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The Red Dress is a collaborative embroidered artwork created by contributors around the world. The exhibition explores women’s stories, craft and connections through the evolving artwork.

The Book of Mormon

31 July – 4 October 2026 | Glasshouse Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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This musical comedy follows two young missionaries sent to Uganda on a mission far from home. Created by Trey Parker, Matt Stone and Robert Lopez, the production combines musical theatre, satire and comedy.

Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards 2026

1 August – 1 November 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City
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The 2026 exhibition showcases photographs from the Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards, capturing people, places and everyday moments through the year’s selected works.

Celia Gullett: Spirit into Matter

5 – 29 August 2026 | Jan Murphy Gallery, Fortitude Valley
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Spirit into Matter presents work by artist Celia Gullett exploring the relationship between material, form and ideas through contemporary artistic practice.

Second Coming

6 – 22 August 2026 | La Boite Theatre, Kelvin Grove
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Second Coming is a theatre production centred on an attempt to preserve life on Earth by sending species to a new home on Mars. The story follows geneticist Evie as an unexpected pregnancy disrupts the mission.

Do Not Go Gentle

11 – 30 August 2026 | Bille Brown Theatre, South Brisbane
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Patricia Cornelius’ play uses Captain Robert Falcon Scott’s Antarctic expedition as a framework for exploring ageing, memory and mortality. The production is directed by Heather Fairbairn and features Bruce Spence, Andrew Buchanan and Jennifer Flowers.

Undying: Abdul-Rahman Abdullah

13 August – 7 November 2026 | Griffith University Art Museum, South Bank
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Undying presents sculpture by Abdul-Rahman Abdullah exploring relationships between life, death and the natural world. The exhibition draws on natural history and antiquity collections and combines sculpture with storytelling.

Romeo and Juliet

15 – 22 August 2026 | Lyric Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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The Australian Ballet presents John Cranko’s interpretation of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, set in medieval Verona and performed to Sergei Prokofiev’s score. The production follows the young lovers caught between two feuding families.

The Gospel According to Paul

18 – 23 August 2026 | Playhouse, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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Written and performed by Jonathan Biggins, The Gospel According to Paul is a one-person theatrical portrait of former Prime Minister Paul Keating. The production explores Keating’s political career, achievements, personality and distinctive wit.

Triple Bill (Poulenc, Bell, Heggie)

20 – 21 August 2026 | St Andrew’s Uniting Church, Brisbane City
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This triple bill brings together works by Poulenc, Bell and Heggie in a concert program presented at St Andrew’s Uniting Church.

The A-Z of Jazz – Renae Suttie and the Jazzamatazz Quartet

21 August 2026 | The Ruby Jazz Club, Fortitude Valley
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Renae Suttie and the Jazzamatazz Quartet present a jazz program exploring music across the alphabet. The performance brings together vocals and quartet arrangements in an intimate jazz-club setting.

Alexandra Flood With Jonathan Henderson & Vatche Jambazian: There’s Nothing Like a Dame

21 – 22 August 2026 | Opera Queensland Studio, South Brisbane
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Alexandra Flood joins Jonathan Henderson and Vatche Jambazian for a program celebrating women and operatic repertoire. The performance features music associated with some of opera’s memorable female characters.

Bohemian Dreams: Mozart, Schubert, Haydn, Krommer & Punto

21 – 30 August 2026 | Plant Empire, Tennyson
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The Australian Romantic & Classical Orchestra presents Bohemian Dreams, featuring works by Mozart, Schubert, Haydn, Krommer and Punto. The program brings chamber music from the Classical and early Romantic periods to Brisbane and regional Queensland.

This weekend’s arts program spans ballet, theatre, musical theatre, classical music, jazz, photography, contemporary art and film, with performances and exhibitions continuing across a range of venues.

Art lovers can explore exhibitions, theatre productions, ballet, live music, photography and cultural events this weekend. The program includes major stage productions, contemporary exhibitions, classical and contemporary dance, jazz performances and events celebrating Brisbane’s creative and cultural history.

Heart Dance

25 June – 27 August 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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Heart Dance presents a dance-focused program at the Thomas Dixon Centre, bringing movement and performance together in an arts setting.

Not My Monkey Art Exhibition

25 July – 16 August 2026 | Plant Empire, Tennyson
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Not My Monkey is an open group exhibition inviting artists to respond to the theme through works in a range of sizes and mediums. The exhibition explores ideas connected with the expression “not my circus, not my monkeys”, including circus, performance, animals, animal protection and popular culture.

The Red Dress

25 July – 13 September 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City
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The Red Dress is a 14-year global embroidery project conceived by British artist Kirstie Macleod. The dress features contributions from 380 embroiderers across 51 countries, with the individual panels telling stories of connection, identity and lived experience.

The Book of Mormon

31 July – 4 October 2026 | Glasshouse Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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The Book of Mormon brings the acclaimed musical comedy to Brisbane, combining music, satire and storytelling in a stage production.

Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards 2026

1 August – 1 November 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City
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The finalist exhibition for the Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards 2026 explores Brisbane through the theme Everyday Brisbane, featuring photographs of the city’s people, places, routines and familiar scenes.

Celia Gullett: Spirit Into Matter

5 – 29 August 2026 | Jan Murphy Gallery, Fortitude Valley
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Celia Gullett presents Spirit Into Matter, a solo exhibition at Jan Murphy Gallery running throughout August. The exhibition forms part of the gallery’s 2026 program of contemporary Australian art.

Second Coming

6 – 22 August 2026 | La Boite Theatre, Kelvin Grove
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Written by Kathryn Marquet and directed by Ian Lawson, Second Coming asks, with dark humour and heart, whether humanity can learn from its mistakes on Earth before taking those mistakes to Mars. The production is co-presented by Playlab Theatre and La Boite Theatre and features Ashlee Lollback, Gideon Mzembe, Anthony Standish and Merlynn Tong.

Do Not Go Gentle

11 – 30 August 2026 | Bille Brown Theatre, South Brisbane
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Written by Patricia Cornelius, Do Not Go Gentle uses Captain Robert Falcon Scott’s doomed Antarctic expedition as a metaphor for ageing and memory. The Queensland Theatre production follows a group of aged-care residents who imagine themselves as members of Scott’s expedition.

UQ Engineering Revue 2026

13 – 14 August 2026 | Arcana, Moorooka
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UQ Engineering Revue 2026 takes audiences on a journey through the history of engineering, combining comedy, wordplay, music and performance. The production features a student cast and writing team in a theatrical revue format.

Undying: Abdul-Rahman Abdullah

13 August – 7 November 2026 | Griffith University Art Museum, South Bank
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Undying features intricately carved and painted sculptures by Abdul-Rahman Abdullah exploring relationships between life, death and the natural world. The works draw on natural history and antiquity collections and are accompanied by texts reflecting on the animals depicted.

The Mitch Bellert Quintet – Bebop, Hard-Bop & Beyond

14 August 2026 | The Ruby Jazz Club, Fortitude Valley
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The Mitch Bellert Quintet focuses on the hard-bop and post-bop eras of American jazz, bringing together Mitch Bellert on drums with Ben Bruni on trumpet, Josh Hatcher on tenor saxophone, Eden Armstrong on piano and Elliott Parker on double bass. The group presents modern interpretations of classic jazz while drawing on the tradition of the genre.

Giselle

15 August 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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Brisbane Ballet presents Giselle, the Romantic ballet of love, betrayal and forgiveness, in a production set in the misty Black Forest of 1800s Germany. The production features choreography by Emrys Goldsworthy after Jules Perrot, Jean Coralli and Marius Petipa, with music by Adolphe Adam and Friedrich Burgmuller.

Late Night Orchestra: Back to Ours

15 August 2026 | The Tivoli, Fortitude Valley
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Late Night Orchestra returns with a live celebration of trip-hop and chillout music inspired by influential 1990s and early-2000s compilations. The 12-piece ensemble features Agum, Ben Woolner of Safia, Kylie Auldist of The Bamboos and Owl Eyes, performing music associated with artists including Moby, Air, Portishead, Massive Attack and Daft Punk.

Romeo and Juliet

15 – 22 August 2026 | Lyric Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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The Australian Ballet presents John Cranko’s interpretation of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, bringing the story of the star-crossed lovers to the stage through classical ballet and Prokofiev’s score.

Home Front Festival

16 August 2026 | Wolston Farmhouse, Wacol
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Home Front Festival recreates the atmosphere of Brisbane’s wartime home front at Wolston Farmhouse, where the surrounding farmland was requisitioned during the Second World War. The day includes live 1940s music, swing dancing, living-history displays, vintage fashion, historic vehicles, heritage demonstrations and family activities.

This weekend offers a broad selection of arts experiences, spanning exhibitions, photography, theatre, ballet, jazz, live music and heritage-focused cultural events.

Art lovers can experience a diverse program of exhibitions, theatre productions, dance performances and cultural events this weekend. From major stage productions and contemporary exhibitions to First Nations performances, film showcases and creative experiences, there are plenty of opportunities to explore Brisbane’s arts scene.

Heart Dance

25 June – 27 August 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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Heart Dance celebrates contemporary dance with a performance program at the Thomas Dixon Centre, showcasing movement, creativity and storytelling through dance.

Not My Monkey Art Exhibition

25 July – 16 August 2026 | Plant Empire, Tennyson
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Not My Monkey Art Exhibition presents a creative showcase of artworks displayed at Plant Empire, bringing together visual art and a unique exhibition experience.

The Red Dress

25 July – 13 September 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City
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The Red Dress is a global collaborative embroidery project featuring a single hand-embroidered dress created by artists and craftspeople from around the world. The exhibition explores connection, creativity and the stories behind each contribution.

The Book of Mormon

31 July – 4 October 2026 | Glasshouse Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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The Book of Mormon is a musical comedy created by the writers of South Park and features music, humour and storytelling in a stage production presented at QPAC.

Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards 2026

1 August – 1 November 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City
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The Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards 2026 showcases photographic works celebrating Brisbane’s creative community and the diverse perspectives of local photographers.

Clancestry Gunawarra Re-Creation

5 – 8 August 2026 | Cremorne Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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Clancestry Gunawarra Re-Creation presents a First Nations performance exploring culture, storytelling and connection through dance, music and theatre.

Academy of Queensland Ballet Gala

6 – 8 August 2026 | Talbot Theatre, Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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Academy of Queensland Ballet Gala features emerging ballet artists performing a program of classical, neo-classical and contemporary works.

Flower. Puppy. Show.

6 – 8 August 2026 | Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm
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Flower. Puppy. Show. brings together artist Rachel Burke and performer Patience Hodgson in a creative performance combining visual art, fashion and live entertainment.

Second Coming

6 – 22 August 2026 | La Boite Theatre, Kelvin Grove
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Second Coming is a contemporary theatre production presented by La Boite Theatre exploring themes through live performance and storytelling.

Clancestry Barragga Yangga Many Songs

7 August 2026 | Playhouse, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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Clancestry Barragga Yangga Many Songs celebrates First Nations music and storytelling through a live performance featuring song and cultural expression.

The Dynamic Duo – Percival & Spicer Play Your Favourites

7 August 2026 | The Ruby Jazz Club, Fortitude Valley
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The Dynamic Duo – Percival & Spicer Play Your Favourites features a live performance of popular songs by musicians at The Ruby Jazz Club.

Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour 2026

7 – 8 August 2026 | Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm
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Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour 2026 showcases a collection of adventure films celebrating women in outdoor sports, exploration and adventure.

Clancestry Yothu Yindi

8 August 2026 | Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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Clancestry Yothu Yindi celebrates the music and legacy of the iconic Australian Indigenous band through a special live performance.

Stuck in the Middle – Book Launch With Anton Clifford-Motopi

8 August 2026 | Where The Wild Things Are Bookshop, West End
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Stuck in the Middle – Book Launch With Anton Clifford-Motopi features an author event celebrating the release of the children’s book and providing an opportunity to meet the creator.

Off Broadway

9 August 2026 | Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm
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Off Broadway presents a live performance event at Brisbane Powerhouse featuring creative works and entertainment.

This weekend offers a wide range of arts experiences, including exhibitions, theatre productions, dance performances, cultural events, film showcases and creative performances.

Art lovers can experience theatre productions, exhibitions, film screenings, live performances and cultural events this weekend, featuring major stage productions, gallery exhibitions and creative showcases across Brisbane. From acclaimed performances and visual arts to First Nations celebrations and music events, there are opportunities to explore a diverse range of artistic experiences.

Loving Hut Art Exhibition

24 July – 1 August 2026 | Loving Hut Brisbane, Mount Gravatt
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Loving Hut Art Exhibition presents artworks at Loving Hut Brisbane in Mount Gravatt. The exhibition showcases creative works in a community venue setting.

Heart Dance

25 June – 27 August 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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Heart Dance is a performance program presented at Thomas Dixon Centre in West End. The event features contemporary dance experiences in the home of Queensland Ballet.

Not My Monkey Art Exhibition

25 July – 16 August 2026 | Plant Empire, Tennyson
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Not My Monkey Art Exhibition presents creative works at Plant Empire in Tennyson. The exhibition features contemporary artworks displayed in a unique gallery-style setting.

The Red Dress

25 July – 13 September 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City
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The Red Dress is an international art project featuring a collaborative embroidered textile created by more than 380 artists from around the world. The exhibition at Museum of Brisbane showcases the large-scale artwork alongside stories from the artists who contributed to the project.

Don Ross Mosaic on Display for a Limited Time

26 – 31 July & 2 August 2026 | Anzac Square Memorial Galleries, Brisbane City
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The Don Ross mosaic display features artwork by Australian artist Don Ross, presented at Anzac Square Memorial Galleries. The limited-time display allows visitors to view the mosaic installation on selected dates.

Dracula

28 July – 2 August 2026 | Lyric Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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Dracula is a stage production presented at the Lyric Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre. The theatrical adaptation brings Bram Stoker’s gothic story to the stage.

Ya’Djin Spirit Women

30 July – 1 August 2026 | Cremorne Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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Ya’Djin Spirit Women is a First Nations performance presented at the Cremorne Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre. The production celebrates women’s stories, culture and artistic expression.

Clancestry First Gathering Hosted by Tony Armstrong

31 July 2026 | Cultural Forecourt, South Brisbane
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Clancestry First Gathering is a First Nations cultural event hosted by Tony Armstrong at the Cultural Forecourt in South Brisbane. The event forms part of the Clancestry program celebrating First Nations stories, culture and community.

The Book of Mormon

31 July – 4 October 2026 | Glasshouse Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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The Book of Mormon is a Tony Award-winning musical presented at the Glasshouse Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre. The production features music, comedy and storytelling from creators Trey Parker, Matt Stone and Robert Lopez.

2026 Nordic Film Festival

July – August 2026 | Palace Barracks, Petrie Terrace, Palace James St Cinema, Fortitude Valley
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The 2026 Nordic Film Festival showcases contemporary cinema from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. The festival presents a selection of Nordic films across Brisbane cinema venues.

Rutherford Jazz Trio Presents: Big Steppas

1 August 2026 | The Brightside, Fortitude Valley
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Rutherford Jazz Trio presents: Big Steppas features the jazz trio performing live at The Brightside in Fortitude Valley. The event showcases contemporary jazz performance.

Clancestry GATHAA First Nations Markets

1 – 2 August 2026 | Cultural Forecourt, South Brisbane
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Clancestry GATHAA First Nations Markets bring together First Nations artists, makers and community members at the Cultural Forecourt. The markets form part of the Clancestry program celebrating First Nations culture and creativity.

QLD College of Dance: Red

2 August 2026 | The Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba
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QLD College of Dance: Red is a dance performance presented by Queensland College of Dance at The Princess Theatre. The production features student performers showcasing contemporary dance works.

Whispers of the Winds

2 August 2026 | The Old Museum, Bowen Hills
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Whispers of the Winds is a live performance presented at The Old Museum in Bowen Hills. The event features music and artistic performance in the historic venue.

Fanfare & Flight

2 August 2026 | Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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Fanfare & Flight is a concert performance presented at the Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre. The event features a program of orchestral music celebrating performance and sound.

Theatre productions, exhibitions, film festivals, concerts and cultural events provide a diverse selection of creative experiences this weekend. From major stage shows and visual arts to First Nations celebrations and live performances, Brisbane offers a wide range of artistic events to explore.

If you’re looking for things to do this weekend, there’s a diverse program of theatre, art exhibitions, live music, jazz performances, design events, film screenings and cultural experiences. From major stage productions and gallery exhibitions to concerts and creative workshops, there’s something to enjoy across the weekend.

Heart Dance

25 June – 27 August 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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Heart Dance presents a contemporary performance celebrating movement, storytelling and artistic expression at the Thomas Dixon Centre.

Pride & Prejudice

10 – 26 July 2026 | Playhouse, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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Jane Austen’s classic novel is brought to the stage in this theatrical adaptation at QPAC’s Playhouse.

Don Ross Mosaic on Display for a Limited Time

21 – 24 July, 26 – 31 July & 2 August 2026 | Anzac Square Memorial Galleries, Brisbane City
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View Don Ross’s mosaic installation during this limited exhibition at the Anzac Square Memorial Galleries.

In the Landscape – An Art Exhibition

24 July 2026 | Richard Randall Art Studio, Toowong
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Discover artworks inspired by natural landscapes in this exhibition showcasing contemporary artistic perspectives.

The Scornful Four – A Hot Pot Mix of Original Jazz Creations

24 July 2026 | The Ruby Jazz Club, Fortitude Valley
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Enjoy an evening of original jazz compositions performed live by The Scornful Four.

Loving Hut Art Exhibition

24 July – 1 August 2026 | Loving Hut Brisbane, Mount Gravatt
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This exhibition showcases a collection of artworks on display at Loving Hut Brisbane for a limited time.

The Music of Video Games

24 – 25 July 2026 | Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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Experience orchestral performances featuring music from popular video games presented live in concert.

Celtic Winter Concert

25 July 2026 | Hills Church, Everton Hills
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Celebrate Celtic music traditions with a live concert featuring a selection of seasonal performances.

Magpie Goose x Leece Carmichael: No Waste Wearable Art Workshop

25 July 2026 | Aboriginal Art Co. Gallery, West End
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Take part in a creative workshop exploring sustainable fashion and wearable art using recycled materials.

QSE Turns 25: All the World’s a Stage Gala

25 July 2026 | Avalon Theatre, St Lucia
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Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble celebrates its 25th anniversary with a gala performance showcasing its theatrical legacy.

Sparrowland Short Film Festival – Gala Day

25 July 2026 | PIP Theatre, Milton
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The festival concludes with Gala Day, featuring screenings celebrating independent short filmmaking.

Drawing Festival

25 – 26 July 2026 | Queensland Art Gallery & Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA), South Brisbane
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QAGOMA’s Drawing Festival offers interactive creative activities, workshops and experiences for visitors of all ages.

GOMA Winter Design Market

25 – 26 July 2026 | Queensland Art Gallery & Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA), South Brisbane
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Browse design products, handcrafted goods and works by local designers at the annual winter market.

Not My Monkey Art Exhibition

25 July – 16 August 2026 | Plant Empire, Tennyson
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Explore this contemporary art exhibition featuring works displayed throughout Plant Empire.

The Red Dress

25 July – 13 September 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City
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The Red Dress exhibition presents a collaborative international textile artwork exploring stories through embroidery and craftsmanship.

Whether you’re planning to see a theatre production, visit an art exhibition, enjoy a concert or explore a creative workshop, there’s plenty happening this weekend.

Discover theatre, musicals, classical music, jazz, visual art, artist talks, book events and creative workshops this weekend, with stage productions, exhibitions and live performances taking place across a variety of venues.

Hamlet

19 June – 18 July 2026 | Talbot Theatre, Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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Shakespeare’s classic tragedy is presented in a contemporary production exploring ambition, loyalty and revenge.

Heart Dance

25 June – 27 August 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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Experience this contemporary dance work celebrating movement, storytelling and artistic expression.

Pride & Prejudice

10 – 26 July 2026 | Playhouse, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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Jane Austen’s much-loved novel comes to the stage in a theatrical adaptation featuring wit, romance and memorable characters.

Karaka Orchestra

17 July 2026 | Mirrorball Ministries, West End
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Karaka Orchestra presents a live performance showcasing contemporary orchestral music.

Maestro 5: Ravel & MacMillan

17 – 18 July 2026 | Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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Enjoy an orchestral program featuring works by Maurice Ravel and James MacMillan performed live in the Concert Hall.

Carlos Bárcenas & John Woods: Alma Latina!

17 – 18 July 2026 | Opera Queensland Studio, South Brisbane
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Celebrate Latin American music in an intimate performance featuring Carlos Bárcenas and John Woods.

Don Ross Mosaic on Display for a Limited Time

17, 19, 21 – 24, 26 – 31 July & 2 August 2026 | Anzac Square Memorial Galleries, Brisbane City
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View the restored Don Ross mosaic during its limited public display at Anzac Square Memorial Galleries.

Brisbane Illustration Fair

18 July 2026 | John Reid Pavilion, Bowen Hills
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Meet illustrators, browse original artwork and discover independent creators at this celebration of illustration and design.

Sing Sing Sing – July

18 July 2026 | Opera Queensland Studio, South Brisbane
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Take part in a community singing experience led by Opera Queensland in a welcoming and inclusive setting.

JMI Presents The Malachi Maclean Trio

18 July 2026 | The Ruby Jazz Club, Fortitude Valley
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Enjoy an evening of live jazz as The Malachi Maclean Trio performs at The Ruby Jazz Club.

Let It Go! Hot Air Balloon – Paint n Sip

18 July 2026 | Chelsea Joy Studio, Gumdale
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Create your own hot air balloon-inspired artwork while enjoying a relaxed paint and sip session.

Tess Merlin – Red Dirt Blue Lights

18 July 2026 | Zillmere Library, Zillmere
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Artist Tess Merlin discusses Red Dirt Blue Lights and shares insights into her creative practice.

Joey and the Junjardy – Book Launch with Allison Rocca and Melanie Saward

18 July 2026 | Where The Wild Things Are Bookshop, West End
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Celebrate the launch of Joey and the Junjardy with authors Allison Rocca and Melanie Saward at this special book event.

RQAS Fellows Morning Artist Talks

19 July 2026 | RQAS Petrie Terrace Gallery, Brisbane City
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Hear from featured artists as they discuss their work, inspiration and creative processes during this gallery talk.

Whether you’re interested in theatre, classical music, jazz, exhibitions, literature or hands-on creative experiences, there’s plenty to explore throughout the weekend.

Live theatre productions, musical theatre seasons, ballet performances, contemporary exhibitions, and live jazz performances feature across this weekend, alongside ongoing installations and opening-night art events. The program spans long-running stage works through to limited-run performances and gallery presentations across multiple art forms.

Beetlejuice the Musical

7 June – 2 August 2026 | Lyric Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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A large-scale musical theatre production blending dark comedy and spectacle in a high-energy stage adaptation. This long-running season continues through the period with major theatrical staging and ensemble performances.

軌跡: Path

11 June – 13 July 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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A contemporary performance work presented across a multi-week season exploring movement and visual storytelling. The production runs throughout the lead-up to and beyond this weekend.

Australia Has Cowboys Too’ | Franck Gohier

16 June – 11 July 2026 | Mitchell Fine Art, Fortitude Valley
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A gallery exhibition showcasing contemporary works by Franck Gohier. The exhibition runs in its final days across this weekend period.

Hamlet

19 June – 18 July 2026 | Talbot Theatre, Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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A stage production of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy presented in a contemporary theatre setting. The season continues through mid-July with ongoing performances.

Heart Dance

25 June – 27 August 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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A long-running dance work exploring contemporary movement and choreography across an extended season. The production continues well beyond this weekend period.

Don Ross Mosaic On Display For A Limited Time

7 July – 10 July, 12 – 17 July, 19, 21 – 24 July, 26 – 31 July & 2 August 2026 | Anzac Square Memorial Galleries, Brisbane City
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A rotating exhibition featuring mosaic works displayed across scheduled viewing windows. This installation includes a key display period concluding at the start of the weekend.

Koal

9 – 11 July 2026 | Underground Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm
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A contemporary theatre work presented in an intimate underground venue setting. The production runs across multiple nights within the weekend window.

Snow White

9 – 12 July 2026 | Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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A ballet production reimagining the classic fairy tale through choreography and orchestral performance. The season runs directly through this weekend.

Pride & Prejudice

10 – 26 July 2026 | Playhouse, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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A stage adaptation of Jane Austen’s novel presented as a theatrical production. The season opens at the start of this weekend and continues through late July.

The Descent of Orpheus

10 July 2026 | Grand on Ann, Brisbane City
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A one-night performance exploring classical themes through contemporary staging. This limited presentation occurs on the opening day of the weekend.

Jazz at the Raven

11 July 2026 | The Raven Hotel, West End
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A live jazz performance featuring ensemble musicians in a relaxed venue setting. The event presents a single-night program within the weekend schedule.

1200 – Odyssey of Stone and Shadow

11 July 2026 | Queensland Multicultural Centre, Kangaroo Point
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A contemporary performance work blending multimedia and experimental storytelling. The event takes place as a one-off presentation during the weekend.

Moments by Andrew K | Opening Evening

11 July 2026 | Creative Room Art Space, West End
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An exhibition opening event showcasing contemporary works by Andrew K. The evening marks the launch of a limited gallery presentation across the weekend.

Brisbane City Youth Ballet – The Magic ToyShop

11 – 12 July 2026 | Powerhouse Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm
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A youth ballet performance featuring ensemble choreography and storytelling. The production runs across both days of the weekend.

Live theatre, ballet, contemporary performance works, musical theatre, exhibitions, and live music form a diverse program across this weekend, with both long-running seasons and one-night-only events spanning major performance venues, theatres, and gallery spaces.

Looking for cultural things to do this weekend? This selection includes theatre, film festivals, opera, dance, live music, jazz, classical concerts and visual arts exhibitions across a range of venues.

Beetlejuice The Musical

7 June – 2 August 2026 | Lyric Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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Beetlejuice The Musical is a large-scale stage production running as part of a Brisbane theatre season.

Spanish & Latin America Film Festival

11 June – 5 July 2026 | Palace Barracks, Petrie Terrace / Palace James St Cinema, Fortitude Valley
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The Spanish & Latin America Film Festival presents a curated program of international cinema screenings across multiple venues.

軌跡: path

11 June – 13 July 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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軌跡: path is a contemporary performance work exploring interdisciplinary movement and live artistic expression.

Rusalka

25 June – 4 July 2026 | Glasshouse Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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Rusalka is a contemporary opera production presenting a reinterpretation of the classic work through modern staging.

Heart Dance

25 June – 27 August 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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Heart Dance is a contemporary dance work presented over a long seasonal run exploring movement and choreography.

Red Riding Hood and the Wolf

26 June – 4 July 2026 | Talbot Theatre, Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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Red Riding Hood and the Wolf is a dance-theatre production reinterpreting a classic story through modern performance.

The Great Beach Adventure

30 June – 12 July 2026 | The Lunchbox Theatre, Wynnum
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The Great Beach Adventure is a school holiday theatre experience designed for younger audiences.

JMI Presents the Zachary Spiro Trio

4 July 2026 | The Ruby Jazz Club, Fortitude Valley
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A live jazz performance featuring contemporary improvisation and ensemble performance.

I’ve Had It, Period. (Solo Exhibition by Madeleine McMahon)

4 July 2026 | House Conspiracy, West End
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A contemporary visual arts exhibition exploring personal and conceptual themes.

The Fairy’s Kiss – Leila Josefowicz & John Novacek

5 July 2026 | Powerhouse Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm
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A classical concert featuring violin and piano performance.

Pemulwuy! National Male Voice Festival Finale Concert

5 July 2026 | Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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A large-scale choral finale featuring male voice ensembles from across Australia.

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This weekend features theatre productions, film festivals, opera, dance, jazz, classical concerts and visual arts exhibitions across cultural venues.

This weekend’s arts program features major stage productions, contemporary theatre, live music collaborations, film festivals, exhibitions and gallery experiences across South Brisbane, West End and Fortitude Valley.

Beetlejuice the Musical

7 June – 2 August 2026 | Lyric Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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A large-scale Broadway-style production brings a high-energy mix of comedy, music and theatrical spectacle to the Lyric Theatre.

Hamlet

19 June – 18 July 2026 | Talbot Theatre, Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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A contemporary staging of Shakespeare’s tragedy continues through the season with a focus on modern interpretation and performance craft.

Spanish & Latin America Film Festival

11 June – 5 July 2026 | Palace Barracks, Petrie Terrace, Palace James St Cinema, Fortitude Valley
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A curated film program showcases Spanish and Latin American cinema across multiple venues, featuring screenings throughout the festival period.

軌跡: Path

11 June – 13 July 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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A contemporary arts exhibition explores movement, memory and visual storytelling through multidisciplinary works in a gallery setting.

Heart Dance

25 June – 27 August 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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A long-running installation blends performance and visual art, offering an immersive exploration of movement and expression.

Rusalka

25 June – 4 July 2026 | Glasshouse Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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An operatic production presents a reimagined staging of the classic work, combining orchestral performance and theatrical design.

Red Riding Hood and the Wolf

26 June – 4 July 2026 | Talbot Theatre, Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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A contemporary theatre adaptation reinterprets a familiar fairy tale through modern staging and performance.

Footsteps: First Nations Art Tour

26 June 2026 | Fish Lane Town Square, South Brisbane
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A guided cultural experience highlights First Nations storytelling through public art and place-based interpretation.

Robyn Brown & the Indigo Collective – Swinging into the 60s

26 June 2026 | The Ruby Jazz Club, Fortitude Valley
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A live jazz performance celebrates 1960s-inspired swing and contemporary interpretations of classic styles.

Currents with the Queensland Wind Orchestra

27 June 2026 | The Old Museum — Concert Hall, Bowen Hills
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A contemporary orchestral program presents new and modern wind ensemble works in a formal concert setting.

Masterclass with Paull-Anthony Keightley

27 June 2026 | FourthWall Arts, Woolloongabba
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A professional development session offers insight into acting technique and performance practice through an industry masterclass.

Art & Music by the Bay

27 June 2026 | Wynnum Manly Yacht Club (WMYC), Manly
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A coastal cultural event combines live music and visual art in a relaxed waterfront setting.

Panel | Responses to ‘Kukunna Wurraweena’

28 June 2026 | Institute of Modern Art, Fortitude Valley
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A contemporary arts panel discussion explores themes and interpretations of Indigenous-led artistic work and responses.

Khaled Sabsabi – Recent Work

6 – 27 June 2026 | Milani Gallery, West End
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A gallery exhibition presents recent works by the featured artist, focusing on contemporary visual practice and conceptual themes.

This weekend’s arts program spans major theatre productions, opera, film festivals, contemporary exhibitions, orchestral performances and cultural discussions, showcasing a wide range of live and visual arts experiences across multiple venues.