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Shrek: The Musical
January 17
A bold, funny fairytale adventure where every misfit finds their voice. Communication in Action presents a joyful, witty production of Shrek the Musical. Featuring a talented youth cast and irresistible songs, this family-friendly show reminds us that even ogres deserve to live happily ever after.
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- Exhibition
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BrisAsia 2026: Lois Kim & Hannah Seong
January 23 – February 23, 2026
This exhibition reflects on the quiet structures that shape how Asian experiences move, remember, and relate to space. Through photography, installation, and painting, the artists trace the overlooked architectures that hold our daily lives that form layered spaces of belonging and cultural continuity.
- Workshops & Classes
Rise and Shine – Mindful Movement on the Kite Terrace
February 5
Start your day off with a gentle yet invigorating movement workshop with sweeping views of the Brisbane skyline.
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ON:STAGE KPOP SHOWCASE
February 14
Step into a world of rhythm, colour, and connection at ON:STAGE – a high-energy K-pop dance showcase celebrating community, creativity, and culture. Experience Brisbane’s best crews and performers light up the stage with powerful choreography, dazzling visuals, and the infectious energy of K-culture.
- 2026
- Festival
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- Age Restricted
Lunar Soul Party
February 17
Celebrate the Lunar New Year at Lunar Soul Party – a soulful BrisAsia Festival experience that will have you galloping into the Year of the Fire Horse in style.
- Ballet
- Dance
Giselle: Whispers of the Schwarzwald
March 25 – 27
In Germany’s misty Black Forest, betrayed Giselle rises from her grave to shield every heart that ever loved too fiercely.
Brisbane Ballet’s breathtaking reimagining fuses haunting Teutonic folklore with soaring pointe and liquid grace. A timeless romance reborn – dangerously alive. Feel your own heart awaken.
- Music
- Community
- Classical
Collectivo 2026 Concert Series
April 18 – October 24, 2026
Experience a unique lineup of virtuoso musicians from across Australia and New Zealand.
- Queensland Ballet
- 2026
- Dance
Queensland Ballet and HOTA present Elastic Hearts
April 30 – May 2, 2026
Internationally acclaimed choreographer Garry Stewart joins forces with Queensland Ballet to create Elastic Hearts, a visually striking new work set to Sia’s music, reimagined in an orchestral score by Elliott Wheeler and recorded by Queensland Symphony Orchestra.
- Queensland Ballet
- 2026
- Ballet
Hamlet
June 19 – July 18, 2026
The Shakespeare tragedy you know, retold in a gripping dance drama ballet for the ages in Leo Mujić’s Hamlet.
- Queensland Ballet
- Kids/Family
- Workshops & Classes
Red Riding Hood & The Wolf Children’s Workshops
June 26 – July 4, 2026
A Queensland Ballet workshop, exploring the characters, storytelling and ballet moves from Derek Deane’s The Nutcracker for children ages 2-5 years and 6-12 years.
- Queensland Ballet
- 2026
- School Holidays
- Kids/Family
Red Riding Hood and the Wolf
June 26 – July 4, 2026
Discover this fresh retelling, our curious and lively heroine drifts into a fantastical dream that whisks her away on a colourful adventure filled with quirky characters, unexpected challenges, and plenty of laughs.
- 2026
- Queensland Ballet Academy
- Ballet
Academy of Queensland Ballet Gala
August 6 – 8
Celebrate the future of ballet at our annual Academy Gala. Featuring a dazzling mix of classical, neo-classical, and contemporary works, this event showcases the extraordinary artistry of the Academy’s Upper School and Pre-Professional Program dancers.
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