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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.
Bands in Parks - Concours D'Elegance
Brass Roots Live will bring their unique sounds to the Bands in Parks program. Come and enjoy the music at Concours D'Elegance. Head along to the Vintage Car Club of Queensland's annual Concours D’Elegance and enjoy an impressive display of vintage cars and fabulous music from Brass Roots Live.
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.
Inala Multicultural Festival
Inala Multicultural Festival – A vibrant, family-friendly celebration of cultures, community, and connection! This FREE one-day event invites families from Inala and beyond to experience a day packed with live multicultural performances, thrilling rides, food vendors, and unique market stalls. Hosted by Inala Community House, the festival takes place at the Dogs Queensland Showground in Durack, bringing together the best of our diverse community for a day of fun and festivity. Don’t miss out! This event is proudly sponsored by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Inala Community House website.
Single Asian Female
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. Single Asian Female The Golden Phoenix, a restaurant on the Sunshine Coast. The last customers have left for the night, and Pearl can unwind. She’s the quintessential matriarch – balancing family, business, and her love of karaoke. Enter her daughters: Zoe, in the throes of online dating, making big life decisions. And Mei, a teenager, grappling with her identity in modern Australia. Of course they see the world differently to their mother. Pearl is the classic (hilarious) onslaught of embarrassing observations, constantly questioning her Westernised children. Tonight she reveals a secret that threatens to tear their family apart. Debuting at La Boite in 2017 and returning in 2019 before touring nationally and internationally, Michelle Law’s Single Asian Female was a watershed moment for Asian-Australian voices inspiring a new generation of artists. Find out more at the La Boite Theatre website.
Wynnum Fringe
Wynnum Fringe isn’t just a festival – it’s a movement. It’s about celebrating creativity, bringing people together, and transforming the Bayside into a cultural hub of excitement. Join us for a selection of comedy, cabaret, circus, family shows and more! This event is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Wynnum Fringe website.
Josephine Wants to Dance
This winter school holidays, Jackie French and Bruce Whatley’s beloved story leaps from page to stage in ‘Josephine Wants to Dance’. Join a determined kangaroo as she chases her dreams in this fun-filled, heart warming musical for young audiences. "A complete delight" ★★★★ Jo Litson, Daily Telegraph Playing at Brisbane Powerhouse on Tuesday 8 and Wednesday 9 July 2025. AUSLAN performance – Wednesday 9 July, 10am Presented by Brisbane Powerhouse and Monkey Baa Theatre Company. Brisbane Powerhouse is Council’s centre for living art, ideas and experiences, helping to deliver a vibrant and creative city. For more information, please visit the Brisbane Powerhouse website.
Lord Mayor's City Hall Concerts - Launch of the Australian National Piano Competition for Children
Lord Mayor’s City Hall Concerts presents Launch of the Australian National Piano Competition for Children. The Lev Vlassenko Piano Academy presents a Special Piano Celebration Concert featuring selected Academy participants including from the upcoming Australian National Piano Competition for Children 2025 (Little Lev). This concert to launch the competition will include well-known and loved piano classics. The competition will showcase the finest young pianists aged 6 to 13 from across Australia and New Zealand as well as provide an educational program of international standard. The upcoming event will take place in the Talbot Theatre at Thomas Dixon Centre from 10th to 13th July 2025. This Lord Mayor’s City Hall Concert is produced by Salubrious Productions.
Josephine Wants to Dance
This winter school holidays, Jackie French and Bruce Whatley’s beloved story leaps from page to stage in ‘Josephine Wants to Dance’. Join a determined kangaroo as she chases her dreams in this fun-filled, heart warming musical for young audiences. "A complete delight" ★★★★ Jo Litson, Daily Telegraph Playing at Brisbane Powerhouse on Tuesday 8 and Wednesday 9 July 2025. AUSLAN performance – Wednesday 9 July, 10am Presented by Brisbane Powerhouse and Monkey Baa Theatre Company. Brisbane Powerhouse is Council’s centre for living art, ideas and experiences, helping to deliver a vibrant and creative city. For more information, please visit the Brisbane Powerhouse website.
Bands in Parks - From Broadway to Box Office
Sunnybank Brass teams up with sensational vocalist Izzy Cehajic to bring their unique sounds to the Bands in Parks program with their Broadway to Box Office performance. Don't miss an unforgettable afternoon of music and magic in this dazzling open-air concert at the Brisbane Botanic Gardens. You'll be taken on a journey through iconic show tunes and cinematic classics, featuring powerful renditions from beloved hits from Wicked and Jesus Christ Superstar. This fusion of stage and screen promises a touch of Broadway brilliance brought to life in the heart of the botanic gardens. No bookings needed for this free event - just turn up and enjoy!
2025 Brisbane Anywhere Festival
A festival of performances where Brisbane's undiscovered backyards, businesses, bus stops and warehouses become the stage, anywhere but where you'd expect it. From theatre on rooftops, warehouses and beaches, music in planetariums and backyards, comedy, immersive shows and performances popping up in bus stops all around Brisbane, there is no other festival that mixes the excitement of performance while discovering nooks and crannies of Brisbane. This event is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Brisbane Anywhere Festival website.