Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC)
Address: Melbourne Street, South Brisbane
Phone: +61 7 3840 7444
Website: www.qpac.com.au
Hours Open:
- Weekdays: 8:30am–8:30pm
- Saturday: 8:30am–8:30pm
- Closed on Public Holidays
Attraction Types: Art Gallery, Theatre, Conference Centre
Amenities: Box Office, Wheelchair Access, Toilets, Food Available
Suitable for Ages: Families
Restrictions: All Ages
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QPAC is a triumph of design, technical development and construction, offering arts presenters and the people of Queensland a choice of venues and services to suit every need.
Spacious foyers and corporate entertainment areas complement the world-class performance spaces. QPAC also boasts state-of-the-art production facilities, and a 'total event' management team including backstage and technical crews, front-of-house and hospitality staff.
Since its opening in 1985, the success of QPAC has been measured by the calibre of Australian and international performances that have been staged within its walls. With a history of sell-out musicals, plays, ballets, operas and concerts, QPAC has an unrivalled reputation for providing the right mix of location, space, service and venue.
Lyric Theatre:
The Lyric Theatre is a 2,000 seat venue with exceptional acoustics, large main and rear stages and an orchestra pit, and has been designed primarily for opera, ballet and large-scale theatre events such as musicals.
Concert Hall:
The 1,600 seat Concert Hall is a highly versatile concert venue. Although designed essentially for orchestral performances, the Concert Hall is also ideal for contemporary music and stand-up comedy, as well as range of other events including jazz, graduation ceremonies, international conventions and award presentations.
Playhouse:
The 850 seat Playhouse is a state-of-the-art venue primarily designed for theatre and dance. The Playhouse boasts sweeping views of the river and city skyline through the cathedral proportioned glass of the foyer and a glass-walled roof top function room.
Cremorne Theatre:
The Cremorne Theatre is QPAC's most intimate venue. With a maximum seating capacity of 312 patrons, it is ideal for creative productions, cabaret-style concerts, theatre, product launches and lectures.
Tony Gould Gallery:
Exhibitions are presented in the Tony Gould Gallery. The Tony Gould Gallery is accessed via the Cremorne Theatre entrance.
Studios:
The highly versatile Studios are suitable for performances, workshops, auditions, rehearsals or lectures and allow for a range of seating and staging configurations. Creative theming and minimum effort transform the Studios into unique function spaces.
Function and Event Spaces:
The prestigious riverside location and quality facilities of QPAC provide a range of unique spaces for every social occasion or corporate event. Whether it is a large scale gala opening night party, a wedding or a corporate evening of entertainment, you'll find the ideal venue and service at QPAC, with experienced staff, who will assist with all your requirements.
Upcoming events at Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC)
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Danielle de Niese
Mozart Symphony K196/121, “La finta giardiniera” Vine New work (text by Patrick White) Meale Cantilena Pacifica Mozart Exsultate… Read More
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Melissa Etheridge
The Frontier Touring Company is proud to announce that Oscar® and Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge is returning to New… Read More
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Trout Quintet - Quartet for the End of Time
Schubert Piano Quintet, “Trout” Messiaen Quartet for the End of Time Helena Rathbone Violin Christopher Moore Viola Timo-Veikko… Read More
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Beethoven Symphony No.9, Ode to Joy
Messiaen Prayer of Christ ascending towards his Father, from L’Ascension Brahms Geistliches Lied Beethoven Calm Sea and… Read More
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Joe Bonamassa
Award-winning blues rock star, guitar hero and singer-songwriter Joe Bonamassa and his ace touring band will perform a one-night-only concert at the… Read More
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Russian Visions
Prokofiev (arr. Barshai/Tognetti) Visions fugitives Shostakovich Piano Concerto No.1 Shostakovich Octet Tchaikovsky Souvenir de… Read More
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Past events at Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC)
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Cliff Joins the Beatles
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Jessye Norman
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The Green Jam Sessions
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2012 Informative Talks
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Ross Noble - Nonsensory Overload
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Musica Viva - Tafelmusik
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Hilliard Ensemble
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Madeleine Peyroux: CANCELLED
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I Musici - Viva Italia 60th Anniversary Tour
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Queensland Pops Orchestra and The King's Singers
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The Wizard of Oz
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Natalie Cole
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The Angels
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Winner of X Factor 2011
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Mary Poppins
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Christmas in Lazytown
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Spirit of Christmas
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Choral Classics 3: Handel Messiah
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Maestro Series 11: Mendelssohn Violin Concerto
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David Hobson & Teddy Tahu Rhodes
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Choral Classics 2: Brahms Requiem
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Queensland Premier's Drama Award
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Rock of Ages
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Masterworks 4: Tchaikovsky Symphony 4
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Pygmalion
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Maestro Series 10: Mahler 4
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John Farnham
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Melbourne Cup High Tea
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QYO 2011 Finale Concert
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Queensland Pops Orchestra: Chartbusters 2
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The Composer is Dead - Primary School
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King Arthur, Tales of Camelot
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Laughing Samoans - Greatest Hits
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Kawai Piano Series -Liam Viney & Anna Grinberg
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Southern Cross Soloists -Showcase Series Concert 3
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Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra
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Queen It's a Kinda Magic
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Tic Tic II
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Justine Clarke
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Circus Oz - Steampowered
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Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival
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Shaolin Warriors
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James Morrison
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Fluff
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ACO Viennese Serenade
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Festival of Russian Ballet - Imperial Russian Ballet
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Dylan Moran: Yeah, yeah
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The Art of Wine featuring Sirromet
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Lev Vlassenko Piano Competition -Final Round
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Animal Farm
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Music on Sundays 5 Not the Last Night of the Proms!
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Grug
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Cabaret
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Heston Blumenthal
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The Class of 59
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2012 Q&A Sessions
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Romeo and Juliet
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Petula Clark
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Chris Botti
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David Campbell
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Ryan Adams
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John Cleese
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Chopin & Mendelssohn
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Flamenco Fire - Gypsy Pathways
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Morning of the Earth Live
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Ballet Theatre of Queensland - Cinderella
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Angelina Ballerina's Big Audition
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James and the Giant Peach
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Charlie and Lola's Best Bestest Play
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Swan Lake
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Arj Barker - Eleven
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John Waters
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Roger Woodward
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ACO Beethoven Pastoral Symphony
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The Art of Wine featuring Sirromet
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Bjorn Again
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Pam Ayres
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They Will Have Their Way - The Songs of Tim & Neil Finn
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Stolen
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QI Live
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Ladysmith Black Mambazo
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CSTD Dance Extravaganza
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Opera Queensland Presents Tosca
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Carl Barron –A One Ended Stick
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Chris Cornell
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Spring Awakening The Musical
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The Art of Wine featuring Henschke
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Kawai Piano Series - Stephanie McCallum
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Gala 3: The Puccini Experience
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The Land of Yes and The Land of No
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Hale & Pace
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Whole Lotta Love Led Zeppelin Celebration
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Bryan Adams - The Bare Bones Tour
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Maestro Series 9: Rachmaninov Symphony 2
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Le Grand Cirque - Adrenaline
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Maria de Buenos Aires
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In the Mood
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Symphonia Eluvium (Symphony of the Floods)
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Mortal Engine
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The Ten Tenors: Double Platinum Australian Tour 2011
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Ballet Revolucion
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Mercedes-Benz Highlights Parade and Wrap Party: SOLD OUT
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Music On Mondays: Not the Last Night of the Proms!
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Rite of Spring
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Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
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Doctor Zhivago
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