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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The Sleeping Beauty
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Prepare to be whisked away by breathtaking choreography, fairytale romance, and Tchaikovsky’s iconic score as The Australian Ballet spins into Brisbane for a limited season performance of The Sleeping Beauty. The defining masterpiece will take over QPAC from 16 to 23 August, marking the 10th anniversary of former artistic director David McAllister’s take on the spellbinding classic—first performed in 2015, brought back by popular demand in 2017 and now making its grand revival for a nationwide run. From the ambitious production to the extraordinarily detailed costumes, this is the perfect way to experience one of ballet’s most unforgettable spectacles. Grab your tickets here.
The Details
When: 16 to 23 August
Where: QPAC, 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.
The Details
When: Saturday 30 August 2025
Where: Concert Hall, QPAC
Find out more here.
Lassù Cosmic Cabaret
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Yee-haw, calling all space cowboys and cowgirls for an out-of-this-galaxy experience at Lassù Cosmic Cabaret. This adults-only spectacle features a dazzling cast of space beings, alien drifters and Lassù’s legendary rodeo sisters. Expect a unique and risqué circus performance that blends modern spectacle with traditional artistry—brought to life by one of Australia’s most sought-after creative minds, Mitchell Woodcock, who has worked with icons such as Australian treasure Kylie Minogue and pop superstar Rita Ora. Tickets start at $74, or you can really go all out with a Cabaret Table for Two at $155, complete with the best seats in the house and a bottle of bubbly. Lassù will only be in our atmosphere for a short time before blasting off, so don’t miss out—grab your tickets here.
The Details
When 19 to 28 September
Where: Victoria Park, Herston
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.
The Details
When: From December
Where: Lyric Theatre, QPAC
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.
The Last Ship
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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.
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