Queensland
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.
Why opera is making a comeback in the outback
From pop-up pub performances to a Dark Sky Serenade under the stars, Opera Queensland's Festival of Outback Opera is redefining…
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.
Lack of clarity in new hate speech laws impacting artists, arts bodies warn
The National Association for the Visual Arts and the Australian Cartoonists Association have expressed concerns over 'hastily introduced' new hate…
The Devil’s Violin review: ACO brings style and flair to a lively program
In The Devil's Violin, the ACO musicians showcase their strengths on stunning Golden Age instruments.
10 films to see at the 2026 Europa! Europa Film Festival
This year's Europa! Europa Film Festival runs across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Hobart and Auckland.