Lord Mayor's City Hall Concerts - BRISBANE FESTIVAL - University of Queensland Music Gala
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Brisbane City Council proudly presents a special series of Lord Mayor's City Hall Concerts for Brisbane Festival - University of Queensland Music Gala.Join us for a sensational gala hour, where you'll be dazzled by some of The University of Queensland's finest emerging artists. This vibrant, varied program features solo and ensemble musical performances, operatic fireworks, stirring choruses, and much more.Come and hear Brisbane's musical future, live in our great City Hall.This Lord Mayor's City Hall Concert is produced by Brisbane Festival.
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Brisbane City Hall, Brisbane City
Brisbane City Hall, 64 Adelaide Street, Brisbane City
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