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Holding The Man
Celebrate La Boite’s 100-year history with La Boite Encores, a captivating play-reading series that brings 10 iconic Australian fan favourites from the La Boite archives to life Holding The Man Set in 1970s Australia, Tim and John, a Jesuit schoolboy and the footy captain, fall in love. As society changes, so do they—until an HIV diagnosis shatters their world. But their bond endures. Deeply moving and laugh-out-loud touching, this adaptation of Tim Conigrave’s memoir first came to the La Boite stage in 2013 under the direction of David Berthold. Find out more at the La Boite Theatre website.
Lord Mayor's City Hall Concerts - The Beatlegs
Lord Mayor's City Hall Concerts presents the Beatlegs. THIS CONCERT WILL BE AUSLAN INTERPRETED. Taking you on a journey during the fame of the most iconic rock and roll band, The Beatles, Queensland’s very own Beatles tribute show, The Beatlegs, will take you back in time to relive the years of one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll bands of all time. The Beatlegs is the ultimate Beatles tribute show, and you won’t believe your eyes and ears, with their costume changes including the grey A Hard Day’s Night era suit and infamous Sgt. Pepper outfits, with their brilliant harmonies. This Lord Mayor's City Hall Concert is produced by Evolution Productions.
DragSpeare: Drag Kings Do Shakespeare
Five drag kings on their Queensland tour take on Shakespeare with stupidity, spoof, and sincerity, smashing iconic songs against the Bard in a bold new high-energy cabaret. A camp, chaotic, and unexpectedly heartfelt ride, the Stallion Squad are ready to prove they’re more than just eye candy. Metro Arts is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Metro Arts website.
Blushing
Zen Zen Zo's Blushing is a bold new physical theatre work investigating touch in all its shapes and forms. Enter the microscopic world of the Cells writhing beneath your skin, dissecting the intricacies of physical intimacy across our lives. At a time when distance is the norm, and touch a radical act in a post-pandemic world, Blushing examines our internal dance between shame and curiosity. From a cast of 8 incredible Brisbane performers, witness your bodies’ evolving relationship to touch as we grow and navigate the complexities of physical contact. Blushing runs from the 19 - 29 June ay the Holy Trinity Church, Fortitude Valley.
Du foie gras sous le sapin ("Eat your heart out")
December 2025. As France battles an unprecedented winter heatwave, three broke housemates receive bad news: their rent is about to skyrocket. In the midst of a brutal cost-of-living crisis, this blow threatens not only their already fragile budget but, even worse, their beloved Christmas tradition: the annual foie gras marathon! Faced with their increasingly precarious situation, the trio of misfits find themselves divided over one existential question: how do you respond to a world that’s becoming more dehumanised every day, other than by becoming just like it? Sharp, irreverent, and fast-paced, this original dark comedy takes a brutally honest look at our anxious times, with plenty of wit and humour along the way. This show is performed entirely in French, with English surtitles projected above the stage.
DragSpeare: Drag Kings Do Shakespeare
Five drag kings on their Queensland tour take on Shakespeare with stupidity, spoof, and sincerity, smashing iconic songs against the Bard in a bold new high-energy cabaret. A camp, chaotic, and unexpectedly heartfelt ride, the Stallion Squad are ready to prove they’re more than just eye candy. Metro Arts is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Metro Arts website.
Blushing
Zen Zen Zo's Blushing is a bold new physical theatre work investigating touch in all its shapes and forms. Enter the microscopic world of the Cells writhing beneath your skin, dissecting the intricacies of physical intimacy across our lives. At a time when distance is the norm, and touch a radical act in a post-pandemic world, Blushing examines our internal dance between shame and curiosity. From a cast of 8 incredible Brisbane performers, witness your bodies’ evolving relationship to touch as we grow and navigate the complexities of physical contact. Blushing runs from the 19 - 29 June ay the Holy Trinity Church, Fortitude Valley.
Du foie gras sous le sapin ("Eat your heart out")
December 2025. As France battles an unprecedented winter heatwave, three broke housemates receive bad news: their rent is about to skyrocket. In the midst of a brutal cost-of-living crisis, this blow threatens not only their already fragile budget but, even worse, their beloved Christmas tradition: the annual foie gras marathon! Faced with their increasingly precarious situation, the trio of misfits find themselves divided over one existential question: how do you respond to a world that’s becoming more dehumanised every day, other than by becoming just like it? Sharp, irreverent, and fast-paced, this original dark comedy takes a brutally honest look at our anxious times, with plenty of wit and humour along the way. This show is performed entirely in French, with English surtitles projected above the stage.
DragSpeare: Drag Kings Do Shakespeare
Five drag kings on their Queensland tour take on Shakespeare with stupidity, spoof, and sincerity, smashing iconic songs against the Bard in a bold new high-energy cabaret. A camp, chaotic, and unexpectedly heartfelt ride, the Stallion Squad are ready to prove they’re more than just eye candy. Metro Arts is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Metro Arts website.
Dance Leads to Chaos
Dance Leads to Chaos is an artistic exploration of what it means to have dance restricted, regulated, and removed from our lives. The work gathers inspiration globally from historic bans on dance and artistic expression. Dance Leads To Chaos leans into the recent experience of Australians during the COVID-19 dance restrictions and reminds us that this has happened before to First Nations people, and other cultures around the world. Part dance work, part public service announcement, it creates a space to debrief with audiences and re-evaluate the significance of dance. We invite you to come and picnic in the Parklands with us as the sunset turns to stars. There will be food & drink available for purchase. Bring a rug and or pillows to make yourself comfortable. Please let us know any access requirements when you purchase your ticket. The site is open from 3:30pm so you have time to get comfy and set up :) Presented by Bring A Plate Inclusive Dance Company in partnership with The First Creatives (Cultural Partner) and Let's Go Support Services (Access & Inclusion Partner).
Blushing
Zen Zen Zo's Blushing is a bold new physical theatre work investigating touch in all its shapes and forms. Enter the microscopic world of the Cells writhing beneath your skin, dissecting the intricacies of physical intimacy across our lives. At a time when distance is the norm, and touch a radical act in a post-pandemic world, Blushing examines our internal dance between shame and curiosity. From a cast of 8 incredible Brisbane performers, witness your bodies’ evolving relationship to touch as we grow and navigate the complexities of physical contact. Blushing runs from the 19 - 29 June ay the Holy Trinity Church, Fortitude Valley.
Du foie gras sous le sapin ("Eat your heart out")
December 2025. As France battles an unprecedented winter heatwave, three broke housemates receive bad news: their rent is about to skyrocket. In the midst of a brutal cost-of-living crisis, this blow threatens not only their already fragile budget but, even worse, their beloved Christmas tradition: the annual foie gras marathon! Faced with their increasingly precarious situation, the trio of misfits find themselves divided over one existential question: how do you respond to a world that’s becoming more dehumanised every day, other than by becoming just like it? Sharp, irreverent, and fast-paced, this original dark comedy takes a brutally honest look at our anxious times, with plenty of wit and humour along the way. This show is performed entirely in French, with English surtitles projected above the stage.
DragSpeare: Drag Kings Do Shakespeare
Five drag kings on their Queensland tour take on Shakespeare with stupidity, spoof, and sincerity, smashing iconic songs against the Bard in a bold new high-energy cabaret. A camp, chaotic, and unexpectedly heartfelt ride, the Stallion Squad are ready to prove they’re more than just eye candy. Metro Arts is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Metro Arts website.
Bands in Parks - Community Train Day
The Musical Chairs Band will entertain the crowds at the monthly Community Train Day at McPherson Park, Bracken Ridge. Enjoy the market stalls, grab a bite to eat from the sausage sizzle and treat the kids kids to a ride on a real steam train organised by the Bracken Ridge Central Lions Club, all while enjoying the unique sounds from the Musical Chairs Band.
Bands in Parks - Having a Whale of a Time
The South of the River Community Band will be performing a fun and eclectic mix of fan favourites at the Wynnum Whale Park. Featuring tunes from the Barbie movie and some Taylor Swift hits, mixed with classic rock anthems by INXS and Queen. You'll also enjoy nostalgic melodies from Astro Boy and Sesame Street plus rousing marches and Broadway favourites. Come and enjoy the music - it's a concert for everyone!
Bands in Parks - All About the Groove
The South East Queensland Big Band are on a missing to entertain! Presenting some of the most exciting contemporary pieces, funky riffs, hip beats, and spicy Latin classics, this is certainly a concert not to be missed - and don't forget to bring your dancing shoes. Come and enjoy the music at the Souths Sports Club, Acacia Ridge.
Blushing
Zen Zen Zo's Blushing is a bold new physical theatre work investigating touch in all its shapes and forms. Enter the microscopic world of the Cells writhing beneath your skin, dissecting the intricacies of physical intimacy across our lives. At a time when distance is the norm, and touch a radical act in a post-pandemic world, Blushing examines our internal dance between shame and curiosity. From a cast of 8 incredible Brisbane performers, witness your bodies’ evolving relationship to touch as we grow and navigate the complexities of physical contact. Blushing runs from the 19 - 29 June ay the Holy Trinity Church, Fortitude Valley.
DragSpeare: Drag Kings Do Shakespeare
Five drag kings on their Queensland tour take on Shakespeare with stupidity, spoof, and sincerity, smashing iconic songs against the Bard in a bold new high-energy cabaret. A camp, chaotic, and unexpectedly heartfelt ride, the Stallion Squad are ready to prove they’re more than just eye candy. Metro Arts is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Metro Arts website.
Prize Fighter
Celebrate La Boite’s 100-year history with La Boite Encores, a captivating play-reading series that brings 10 iconic Australian fan favourites from the La Boite archives to life. Prize Fighter A Congolese refugee getting by in the Australian suburbs, Isa has a background that seems unimaginable in his new country – a childhood as a boy soldier, fighting for the same forces that massacred his family. Now, he has a chance to gain fame and fortune. Isa’s a brilliant boxer, and he has a shot at the national title. But his most difficult opponent isn’t in the ring – it’s the terrors of his past. Nominated for a Helpmann Award, Prize Fighter is one of La Boite’s most successful plays in the past decade and solidified our commitment to telling diverse stories. Find out more at the La Boite Theatre website.
DragSpeare: Drag Kings Do Shakespeare
Five drag kings on their Queensland tour take on Shakespeare with stupidity, spoof, and sincerity, smashing iconic songs against the Bard in a bold new high-energy cabaret. A camp, chaotic, and unexpectedly heartfelt ride, the Stallion Squad are ready to prove they’re more than just eye candy. Metro Arts is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Metro Arts website.
DragSpeare: Drag Kings Do Shakespeare
Five drag kings on their Queensland tour take on Shakespeare with stupidity, spoof, and sincerity, smashing iconic songs against the Bard in a bold new high-energy cabaret. A camp, chaotic, and unexpectedly heartfelt ride, the Stallion Squad are ready to prove they’re more than just eye candy. Metro Arts is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Metro Arts website.
DragSpeare: Drag Kings Do Shakespeare
Five drag kings on their Queensland tour take on Shakespeare with stupidity, spoof, and sincerity, smashing iconic songs against the Bard in a bold new high-energy cabaret. A camp, chaotic, and unexpectedly heartfelt ride, the Stallion Squad are ready to prove they’re more than just eye candy. Metro Arts is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Metro Arts website.
Blushing
Zen Zen Zo's Blushing is a bold new physical theatre work investigating touch in all its shapes and forms. Enter the microscopic world of the Cells writhing beneath your skin, dissecting the intricacies of physical intimacy across our lives. At a time when distance is the norm, and touch a radical act in a post-pandemic world, Blushing examines our internal dance between shame and curiosity. From a cast of 8 incredible Brisbane performers, witness your bodies’ evolving relationship to touch as we grow and navigate the complexities of physical contact. Blushing runs from the 19 - 29 June ay the Holy Trinity Church, Fortitude Valley.
DragSpeare: Drag Kings Do Shakespeare
Five drag kings on their Queensland tour take on Shakespeare with stupidity, spoof, and sincerity, smashing iconic songs against the Bard in a bold new high-energy cabaret. A camp, chaotic, and unexpectedly heartfelt ride, the Stallion Squad are ready to prove they’re more than just eye candy. Metro Arts is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Metro Arts website.
Blushing Movement & Devising Workshop
Immerse yourself in the creative world of Blushing with this dynamic workshop, offering an exclusive opportunity to explore movement and devising techniques drawn directly from the production while engaging with Zen Zen Zo’s renowned training methodologies. Held at the Blushing Performance Venue at the Holy Trinity Church and hosted by Director and Zen Zen Zo Artistic Director, Indiah Morris. Participants will: Step into Character: Create your own Blushing character, exploring themes of intimacy, connection, and physical storytelling. Move in Costume: Experience performing in the real costumes from the show, unlocking the unique physical language they inspire. Recreate Scenes: Learn and embody key moments from Blushing, gaining first hand insight into the creative process behind this bold, high-energy production. Train with Zen Zen Zo Techniques: Engage with the company’s core methodologies.Designed for performers, movers, and creators of all experience levels, this workshop invites you to engage with Blushing’s themes of touch and human connection while discovering the innovative training methods that define Zen Zen Zo’s approach. This workshop is held at Holy Trinity Church, 141 Brookes Street, Fortitude Valley
Blushing
Zen Zen Zo's Blushing is a bold new physical theatre work investigating touch in all its shapes and forms. Enter the microscopic world of the Cells writhing beneath your skin, dissecting the intricacies of physical intimacy across our lives. At a time when distance is the norm, and touch a radical act in a post-pandemic world, Blushing examines our internal dance between shame and curiosity. From a cast of 8 incredible Brisbane performers, witness your bodies’ evolving relationship to touch as we grow and navigate the complexities of physical contact. Blushing runs from the 19 - 29 June ay the Holy Trinity Church, Fortitude Valley.
DragSpeare: Drag Kings Do Shakespeare
Five drag kings on their Queensland tour take on Shakespeare with stupidity, spoof, and sincerity, smashing iconic songs against the Bard in a bold new high-energy cabaret. A camp, chaotic, and unexpectedly heartfelt ride, the Stallion Squad are ready to prove they’re more than just eye candy. Metro Arts is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Metro Arts website.
Blushing Movement & Devising Workshop
Immerse yourself in the creative world of Blushing with this dynamic workshop, offering an exclusive opportunity to explore movement and devising techniques drawn directly from the production while engaging with Zen Zen Zo’s renowned training methodologies. Held at the Blushing Performance Venue at the Holy Trinity Church and hosted by Director and Zen Zen Zo Artistic Director, Indiah Morris. Participants will: Step into Character: Create your own Blushing character, exploring themes of intimacy, connection, and physical storytelling. Move in Costume: Experience performing in the real costumes from the show, unlocking the unique physical language they inspire. Recreate Scenes: Learn and embody key moments from Blushing, gaining firsthand insight into the creative process behind this bold, high-energy production. Train with Zen Zen Zo Techniques: Engage with the company’s core methodologies.Designed for performers, movers, and creators of all experience levels, this workshop invites you to engage with Blushing’s themes of touch and human connection while discovering the innovative training methods that define Zen Zen Zo’s approach. This workshop is held at Holy Trinity Church, 141 Brookes Street, Fortitude Valley.
Blushing Movement & Devising Workshop
Immerse yourself in the creative world of Blushing with this dynamic workshop, offering an exclusive opportunity to explore movement and devising techniques drawn directly from the production while engaging with Zen Zen Zo’s renowned training methodologies. Held at the Blushing Performance Venue at the Holy Trinity Church and hosted by Director and Zen Zen Zo Artistic Director, Indiah Morris. Participants will: Step into Character: Create your own Blushing character, exploring themes of intimacy, connection, and physical storytelling. Move in Costume: Experience performing in the real costumes from the show, unlocking the unique physical language they inspire. Recreate Scenes: Learn and embody key moments from Blushing, gaining firsthand insight into the creative process behind this bold, high-energy production. Train with Zen Zen Zo Techniques: Engage with the company’s core methodologies.Designed for performers, movers, and creators of all experience levels, this workshop invites you to engage with Blushing’s themes of touch and human connection while discovering the innovative training methods that define Zen Zen Zo’s approach. This workshop is held at Holy Trinity Church, 141 Brookes Street, Fortitude Valley.
Winter Solstice Festival 2025
The Winter Solstice Festival returns on Saturday, 28th June - a night of fire, community & connection under the stars! This year’s theme, Seeds for the Future, celebrates the wisdom of the past whilst sowing the seeds for an abundant, regenerative future. Just as the Winter Solstice marks the turning of the seasons, a seed holds the promise of new beginnings. Step into a world of connection and contemplation as we celebrate the longest night of the year! What to expect: captivating workshops permaculture & cooking demonstrations ethical food & maker’s markets live music family friendly activities a crackling bonfire and our iconic lantern parade.Workshops: Prune Fruit Trees & Vines Like a Pro with Phil Dudman - Grow Your Food Bush Tukka Talks & Tastings with Bruce Phillips - Murri Tukka Cooking on Coals with Chef Chris Jordan - Three Little Birds Nature Journalling with Bethan Burton - Journalling in Nature Native Bees with Ian Driver - A Green Soul And more to be announced!*Workshops and program subject to change. Full program & more details (including live music lineup) will be released soon! To be first to know, follow Northey Street City Farm on our social media channels. More details: This is a zero-waste event. We encourage you to bring your own reusable mugs, cutlery and bowls, but some will be available on the night if you forget. Bring a picnic blanket, your favourite people, and join us under the stars as we celebrate community, nature, and the days getting longer. Discounted tickets available for those arriving with the Pedal Party or other form of Active Transport. Go green! This is a family-friendly festival, and whilst we love our furry friends - unfortunately no dogs allowed.Interested in volunteering? Are you a musician/band that would like to perform at the festival? Reach out to [email protected] and be a part of the magic! This event is proudly sponsored by Brisbane City Council.