Brisbane
The early-career artists making it onto the biggest stages
ArtsHub speaks to five artists coming through initiatives to spotlight and elevate early-career talent.
Brisbane theatre guide: 5 best shows to see in July 2026
This July sees the return of the darkly funny PRAMKICKER as well as a stunning production of Pride & Prejudice.
Sheltering review: a towering triptych of First Nations excellence
Bangarra Dance Theatre breathes new life into a trio of the company’s resounding works, casting them in a fresh light.
Hamlet review: stunningly imaginative ballet
Queensland Ballet delivers a faithful narrative and highly-charged interpretation of Shakespeare’s Hamlet within a beautifully danced production.
Rise and shine, this year's Brisbane Festival has events starting at 6am
‘This year, Brisbane Festival is tuned to the frequency of this city,’ said Artistic Director Ebony Bott.
Brisbane theatre guide: 5 best shows to see in June 2026
Discover the best theatre shows to see in Brisbane in June 2026 with this guide.
Karis Oka on Beetlejuice the Musical: ‘I've always loved the dark and macabre’
For rising star Karis Oka, playing Lydia in the Australian production of Beetlejuice the Musical feels like a fated role.
The Drover's Wife review: Leah Purcell debuts her powerful new Australian opera
It's been a long wait, but Leah Purcell has finally brought her musical adaption of Henry Lawson’s famous short story…
These music festivals are thriving – here's what they're doing right
While the big music festivals are struggling, these smaller community events are drawing loyal audiences.
The Last Ship review: Sting performs his 'deeply personal' musical in Brisbane
Sting’s childhood-inspired musical The Last Ship is a beautifully crafted, well-realised story of defiance tempered with hope.