Want a front row seat to some of the best musicals and stage productions coming down under? Not to worry, Brisbane has a few of the most popular productions on offer this theatre season and they are definitely not to miss.
We’ve got a stacked lineup of the upcoming theatre shows Brisbane is scoring this year and next year that’ll have you snapping up tickets, from iconic musicals to world-renowned plays. So book in that early bird pre-show dinner and prepare to be entertained.
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Shake & Stir Frankenstein
The monsters are moving from under the bed to the Playhouse at QPAC this May. Shake & Stir are bringing their powerful reimagination of the famous Frankenstein story to Brisbane after playing to packed houses in Melbourne and Sydney. Art meets science fiction on stage as Nick Skubij, Director, brings together “140sqm of immersive video surfaces, state of the art automation, pyrotechnics and a sweeping cinematic score” to tell the story of Victor Frankenstein and the consequences of meddling with life and death. A performance that will entice theatre nerds and newcomers alike, it will play for a limited season from 24 May to 8 June. To see innovative production elements injected into an age old story, you can get your tickets here.
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Jesus Christ Superstar
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It has officially been 50 years since Jesus Christ Superstar rocked the world, and what better way to celebrate than to do it all again, but bigger and better? The show has won not only the praise of many, but also some of the biggest accolades in the theatre world. With lyrics and music by Emmy, GRAMMY, Oscar and Tony winners Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, you just know it’s going to be good. The 50th Anniversary tour will feature Australian recording artist Michael Paynter as Jesus, Javon King as Judas, and Mahalia Barnes as Mary. With final tickets out now, get yours here.
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Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular
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Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular is touching down in Brisbane this May with a show that's garnered fans all around the globe. Part musical theatre, part rock and roll concert, this adaption of the world-renowned musical spectacular is especially designed for larger venues, featuring an extended cast and an orchestra of over 65—so it’s guaranteed to be an unforgettable night. With a stellar cast that includes Les Mis’ veterans and stage legends like Michael Ball, Alfie Boe and Killian Donnelly, the world tour will definitely be a fan favourite with additional performances added to its Australian leg due to phenomenal demand. Simply put, you don't want to miss this absolute blockbuster. Grab your tickets here.
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Queensland Ballet’s Triple Bill
Whether you’re looking to dip your (pointed) toe into the world of ballet or simply want to enjoy a beautiful evening celebrating music, movement, and storytelling, this is the night out for you. A ‘triple bill’ lets you experience three shorter ballets—as self-contained stories or just a passion for the dance—and this winter, Queensland Ballet will be showcasing the best of Australian artistry from three acclaimed choreographers on the one stage. Accompanied with live music by Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra, Camerata, each ballet brings a new world to QPAC. There’s the critically acclaimed 4Seasons by Natalie Weir inspired by the sublime music of Vivaldi and Richter, the world premiere of Jack Lister’s Gemini, and A Rhapsody in Motion by Greg Horsman that captures the beauty of a dancer’s daily routine. Grab your tickets here for a three-for-one experience bound to take your breath away.
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When: 27 June to 5 July 2025
Where: QPAC, Russell Street, South Brisbane
Find out more here.
Missy Higgins at QPAC
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The Special Two really are coming together this August, as QPAC has just announced beloved singer-songwriter Missy Higgins will take the Concert Hall stage for a one-night-only performance—raising funds for the award-winning mental health service HEAL (Home of Expressive Arts and Learning). Following three sold-out shows in the Concert Hall last year—which won her the 2024 ARIA Award for ‘Best Live Act’—Higgins is set to perform all her greatest hits alongside the MOSAIC Multicultural Choir. Set your reminder now because tickets will go on sale to the general public on Monday 9 June at 9am.
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When: Saturday 30 August 2025
Where: Concert Hall, QPAC
Find out more here.
Pretty Woman The Musical
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Baby, this musical is going to treat you so nice, you’re not gonna wanna miss it. Forgive the corniness, but it is true—Pretty Woman: The Musical is coming to QPAC in October, and it is a production you definitely want to note in the calendar. Even if you’ve never seen the movie, you can’t go wrong with the musical, featuring a powerhouse combination of direction and choreography by two-time Tony Award® winner Jerry Mitchell, and an original score by Grammy® winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance. An iconic romantic comedy, the performance blends Hollywood, Broadway and legends of music to bring the story of Vivian and Edward to the stage. One for the hopeless romantics, while tickets aren't on sale just yet, you can sign up to the waitlist here.
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A Few Good Men
You know the movie—now watch the play it was based on, which dominated Broadway back in 1989. A thrilling story inspired by the events at Guantanamo Bay in 1986, A Few Good Men follows the death of a US marine and the conspiracies that follow, shedding a light on the toxic internal culture of the United States military. Donned by the New York Daily News as a ‘Enormously Entertaining’, this thrilling tale of justice, power, and accountability is a powerful addition to Brisbane's theatre scene—and it goes without saying, a must watch.
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Annie
It’s a hard knock life but Brisbane has plenty of reasons to celebrate with a season of the ever-popular Broadway musical Annie coming to town. The nationwide tour will be taking over QPAC’s Lyric Theatre this December with a star-studded cast proving exactly why Annie is one of the most awarded and loved musicals of all time. From Broadway talent Anthony Warlow returning as Oliver “Daddy” Warbucks to the original Yellow Wiggle Greg Page in his first musical theatre role as President Roosevelt, Annie is a surefire hit the whole family will love. General tickets are on sale from 9 May—grab yours here.
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When: From December
Where: Lyric Theatre, QPAC
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