This weekend features a curated mix of performing arts, exhibitions and live music, with ballet, theatre, candlelight concerts, gallery showcases and artist residencies offering a range of things to do for art lovers across the city.
Artist in Residence: Renee Kire
6 March – 6 September 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City
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An ongoing residency showcasing the evolving work of Renee Kire, offering insight into artistic process and contemporary practice through rotating displays and engagement.
MJ the Musical
27 March – 24 May 2026 | Lyric Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane
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A large-scale stage production exploring the life and music of Michael Jackson, combining choreography, storytelling and live performance.
Autumn Salon
14 April – 2 May 2026 | Mitchell Fine Art, Fortitude Valley
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A group exhibition presenting a diverse selection of contemporary artworks across painting, sculpture and mixed media from established and emerging artists.
Zaachariaha Fielding: Nintirigu
15 April – 9 May 2026 | Jan Murphy Gallery, Fortitude Valley
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A contemporary exhibition featuring works by Zaachariaha Fielding, exploring themes of culture, identity and connection to Country through visual art.
Collectivo 2026 Concert Series
18 April – 24 October 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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An ongoing concert series showcasing a range of chamber music and contemporary performances within an intimate theatre setting.
Heart Dance
23 April – 28 May 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
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A contemporary dance production combining movement, music and storytelling in a performance exploring emotion and human connection.
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
24 April 2026 | QUT Gardens Theatre, Brisbane City
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A reimagined ballet performance of Sleeping Beauty featuring illuminated costumes and a visually immersive stage design.
Candlelight: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons
24 April 2026 | St John’s Cathedral, Brisbane City
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A classical music performance of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons set in a candlelit cathedral, creating an intimate concert atmosphere.
Vince Jones Quintet Masterclass
24 April 2026 | JMI Live, Bowen Hills
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A live masterclass session with Vince Jones and his quintet, offering insight into jazz performance and musicianship.
Footlose: The Musical
24 April – 3 May 2026 | Royal International Convention Centre (Royal ICC), Bowen Hills
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A stage adaptation of the classic film, featuring energetic choreography and a well-known soundtrack in a large theatre production.
Across the weekend, art lovers can explore a mix of theatre, dance, live music and gallery exhibitions, with both one-night performances and long-running shows available across Brisbane’s key cultural venues.