8 must see shows at Brisbane Festival 2019

With Brisbane Festival all set to open, we pick through a program that’s chockfull of international premieres while still showcasing local talent.
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Invisible Cities combines dance, drama and technology in a custom venue that shows off festival’s most innovative work. Image supplied.

Creating a festival is a balancing act. It’s about hitting that sweet spot in garnering enough international performances to attract crowds while still supporting a local scene; in finding a mainstream audience while fostering experimental fringe works. With its 2019 program – the fifth and final year for Artistic Director David Berthold – Brisbane Festival aims for just that balance.

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George Dunford
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George Dunford is Content Director at ArtsHub and Screenhub. He has written for Meanjin, The Big Issue, Lonely Planet, The Good Food Guide and others. He has worked in digital leadership roles in the cultural sector for more than 10 years including at the National Library of Australia, National Museum of Australia and the Wheeler Centre. Twitter: @Hack_packer Instagram: george.dunford LinkedIn: george-dunford