The Best Musicals And Theatre Shows In Brisbane You Need Tickets For
Dinushka Gunasekara
Brisbane Editor | Urban List
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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Blanc de Blanc Encore
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Glitz, glam and plenty of champagne are the hallmarks of The West End Electric’s fabulous circus-cabaret Blanc de Blanc Encore—which has just extended its season once again to keep up with the high demand. Equal parts sophisticated French lounge as it is a pumping party, this absolute show-stopper features world-class acrobatics, big laughs and cheeky moments bound to make you blush. With performers who graced the stage alongside the likes of Kylie Minogue, Robbie Williams and Rhianna, this is a night out you won’t be forgetting anytime soon. Grab your tickets here.
The Details
When: Until February 2026
Where: The West End Electric, West End
Find out more here.
Love Actually? The Musical Parody
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Whether you love it or you’re also still furious about the Karen/Harry plotline, gear up to experience Love Actually like never before with this smash-hit new musical—making its Brisbane premiere this festive season. Love Actually? The Musical Parody is the must-see Off-Broadway sensation that takes all the reasons why the rom-com has become a Christmas tradition and dials them up to 100. From outrageous jokes to over-the-top grand gestures and original songs you’ll be humming til Christmas Day, this is pure festive chaos at its finest. Tickets start from $69 and you can grab yours here.
The Details
When: 11 to 21 December
Where: Royal ICC, Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills
Find out more here.
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.
The Details
When: 27 December 2025 to 31 January 2026
Where: Lyric Theatre, QPAC
Find out more here.
Little Shop Of Horrors
This smash-hit Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi musical is set to bloom once again at QPAC with the long-awaited revival of Little Shop Of Horrors. The outrageous comedy has enraptured millions of theatregoers around the globe, as it follows nerdy florist Seymour Krelborn and his carnivorous plant Audrey II. The full-scale production will give you plenty to sink your teeth into, from elaborate plant puppetry to unforgettable tunes led by a live six-piece band. Ravenous? Get on the waitlist here.
The Details
When: From 3 January 2026
Where: Cremorne Theatre, QPAC, South Brisbane
Find out more here.
Now You See Me Live
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Spoiler: You’ve never seen a magic show like this. The stage illusion spectacular Now You See Me Live—inspired by the blockbuster film franchise—is coming to Brisbane, featuring four trailblazing illusionists, shocking twists, and a performance that’ll leave you stunned. The world-class magic ensemble has been curated from around the globe for their spellbinding skills, death-defying acts and incredible showmanship. With thousands of shows up their sleeves—including sell-out residencies on Broadway and in Las Vegas—this is a production you need to see to believe. Tickets are on sale from 9am Friday 10 October here.
The Details
When: 8 to 18 January 2026
Where: Concert Hall, QPAC, South Brisbane
Find out more here.
CATS The Musical
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Cat’s out of the bag! Andrew Lloyd Webber’s record-breaking musical CATS is coming to Brisbane this February as part of its mammoth 40th anniversary Australian tour. Featuring an all-star lineup (including Aussie favourite Todd McKenney), the world-famous and award-winning musical is truly one of the greats—seen by over 81 million people worldwide. Whether it’s your first foray into musical theatre or you’ve already dug your claws in, this show is not to be missed. Grab your tickets here.
The Details
When: From February 2026
Where: Lyric Theatre, QPAC
Find out more here.
MJ The Musical
Image credit: MJ The Musical | Daniel Boud
You know his songs, you know his moves and soon you can see his story on the Brisbane stage because the global smash hit MJ The Musical is officially coming to Brisbane. The Olivier and four-time Tony Award-winning musical has thrilled more than 5 million audience members worldwide, and will be touching down in QPAC’s Lyric Theatre in early 2026—off the back of its highly acclaimed Melbourne run. Set in 1992, the Broadway show offers a behind-the-scenes look into the creation of Michael Jackson’s iconic Dangerous World Tour from the lens of an MTV journalist, who witnesses exactly what catapulted the King of Pop into legendary status. Plus, with more than 25 of MJ’s greatest hits including Beat It, Smooth Criminal, Man In The Mirror and Thriller, you’ll be singing all his tunes on the way home. Pre-sale for the Brisbane season is from Monday 27 October but you can join the waitlist here for first access.
The Details
When: From March 2026
Where: Lyric Theatre, QPAC
Find out more here.
The Last Ship
Image credit: The Last Ship | Manon van der Zwaal
17-time Grammy Award winning artist Sting is coming to town but it’s not for the usual rockstar takeover. Instead, he’s set to perform in his acclaimed musical The Last Ship at QPAC’s newest venue, Glasshouse Theatre. Rooted in his own childhood, Sting will take on the leading role in a moving story following a community of shipbuilders in the northeast of England faced with the closure of all they’ve known. The musical will also feature his beloved songs like Island of Souls, All This Time, and When We Dance woven into the full-scale production that’s been revived for the 2026 run. The original Broadway production of The Last Ship was nominated for two Tony Awards and Sting himself is taking a break from his world concert touring schedule to take the stage. Don’t miss out, sign up for presale here.
The Details
When: 9 April to 3 May 2026
Where: Glasshouse Theatre, South Brisbane
Find out more here.
Beetlejuice The Musical
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Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice—you know the drill. The eight-time Tony Award-nominated Beetlejuice The Musical is returning to Australia in all its ghastly and ghoulish glory. Full of humour, heart and hauntings, the world-class production will be led by Broadway star Andy Karl, whose credits include Groundhog Day, Rocky the Musical, Pretty Woman the Musical, Legally Blonde the Musical and Moulin Rouge. The laugh-out-loud classic based on Tim Burton’s 1988 Academy Award-winning film is a cult-fave for a reason, telling the story of the strange Lydia Deetz whose obsession with all things dead leads her to a degenerate demon with a thing for stripes. Naturally, chaos ensues. Tickets are set to drop later this year, but you can sign up for the waitlist in the meantime here.
The Details
When: From June 2026
Where: Lyric Theatre, QPAC
Find out more here.
Book Of Mormon
Image credit: Book Of Mormon | Daniel Boud
Arguably Australia’s favourite musical, the record-breaking Book of Mormon is officially returning to Brisbane’s QPAC in 2026 as funny and fearless as ever. The Tony, Olivier and Grammy award-winning production has set house records at 27 theatres across the US, broke sales records at New York’s Eugene O’Neill Theater more than 50 times, and set the London record for the highest single day of sales in West End history. Closer to home, the Australian premiere season achieved the highest selling on-sale period of any production in Melbourne’s Princess Theatre’s 159-year history. In other words, whether it’s your first or your fifth, you need to see this hilarious and ground-breaking musical from the creators of South Park, which follows a pair of mismatched Mormon missionaries who go on a trek to spread the good word far from home. Sign up for the waitlist here.
The Details
When: From July 2026
Where: Glasshouse Theatre, QPAC, South Brisbane
Find out more here.
Cirque Du Soleil’s KOOZA
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Roll up, roll up because the iconic Big Top is once again landing in Brisbane—bringing the thrilling and internationally acclaimed Cirque du Soleil production KOOZA to town. As jaw-dropping as it is hilarious, KOOZA is undeniably one of Cirque du Soleil’s most daring touring productions with its mind-boggling acrobatics, death-defying stunts and return to the art of clowning. It’s mesmerised more than eight million spectators around the world, and will no doubt do the same here from August 2026 in a world full of surprises, thrills, chills and delights. Tickets go on sale from 10am Thursday 13 November—you can get them here.
The Details
When: From 1 August 2026
Where: 465 Curtin Ave, Eagle Farm
Find out more here.
COME ALIVE! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular
Image credit: The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular | Luke Dyson
Come one, come all because The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular—based on Hugh Jackman’s beloved movie—is finally making its Australian debut in 2026, bringing its extraordinary fusion of world-class circus and show-stopping musical performances to Brisbane’s Royal Queensland Golf Course. Pairing your favourite songs like This Is Me and Rewrite The Stars with acrobatic artistry and thrilling stunts, this truly is live entertainment at its finest. The incredible show will be coming Down Under off the back of a sell-out and extended London season so this is your chance to experience exactly what had audiences captured and wanting more. Sign up to be the first to know when tickets drop here.
The Details
When: From 24 December 2026
Where: Royal Queensland Golf Course, Eagle Farm
Find out more here.
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