Get ready, Brisbane! The city is absolutely buzzing with world-class theatre, incredible live music, and stunning art exhibitions. Whether you’re in the mood for a glamorous night at a Broadway musical, an evening of symphonic movie magic, or discovering the city’s vibrant local talent, something is exciting happening just around the corner. Clear your schedule, text your friends, and start planning your week with this guide to the hottest tickets in town.
Pretty Woman: The Musical
Venue: Lyric Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane — Date: 5 October – 23 November 2025
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The dazzling stage adaptation of the beloved romantic comedy comes to Brisbane. This joyous musical hit features an electrifying original score by Grammy-winners Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance.
Cinematic: The Oscars
Venue: Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane — Date: 24 – 25 October 2025
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The Queensland Symphony Orchestra returns with its popular concert celebrating iconic scores from beloved, Oscar-worthy films. Conductor Benjamin Northey and soprano Nina Korbe will guide audiences through a night of Hollywood glamour and spectacle.
Under a Modern Sun Art in Queensland 1930s–1950s
Venue: Queensland Art Gallery (QAG), South Brisbane — Date: 16 August – 26 January 2026
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This exhibition showcases Queensland artists from the 1930s–1950s, exploring the development of a modernist sensibility in the state. It highlights the important role of women artists and ceramicists from the era.
Shimmer – CITY WIDE EXHIBITION
Venue: Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City — Date: 18 October 2025 – 18 March 2026
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Leading artist Gerwyn Davies presents a series of striking photographic portraits developed with trans and gender-diverse young people from Open Doors Youth Service. The works celebrate self-expression and resilience through handcrafted sculptural costumes.
Whitefella Yella Tree
Venue: La Boite Theatre, Kelvin Grove — Date: 23 October – 8 November 2025
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In the early 19th century, two teenage boys, one from River Mob and one from Mountain Mob, meet under a lemon tree and fall in love. Their story of young love and survival unfolds on the brink of a world about to be declared ‘Australia’.
Northern Lights, Southern Stars
Venue: Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane — Date: 26 October 2025
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This concert features two rising superstars, baritone Jake Lyle and conductor Sam Weller, performing a program of operatic hits. The Queensland Symphony Orchestra will present iconic works, including Grieg’s ‘Peer Gynt’.
Still Lives: Brisbane
Venue: Turbine Platform, Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm — Date: 15 October – 9 November 2025
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This performance-installation captures moments in local history through the art of rope bondage. The Brisbane edition revisits the city’s punk legacy, specifically referencing The Saints, with instruments bound and suspended in the Turbine Platform.
The Lucky Country
Venue: Underground Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm — Date: 22 – 26 October 2025
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Following a celebrated Sydney season, this moving chamber musical digs deep into themes of identity and belonging. The show features an original score that pays homage to iconic Australian musicians.
Demon Rhythm
Venue: Fairfax Studio – Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm — Date: 24 – 26 October 2025
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This exhibition features a collection of 1000 images stolen from Instagram and replicated by artist Micah Rustichelli. The artist placed themselves in the role of a human image generator, processing the images through paint to question ownership in the digital age.
The Lark
Venue: Cremorne Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane — Date: 15 – 26 October 2025
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A haunting and poetic one-woman show starring Noni Hazlehurst as a woman sifting through the ghosts of her past in a pub awaiting demolition. It is a beautifully crafted monologue about memory, life, and the strength to let go.
Brisbane Fashion Month : Brisbane Designer Showcase
Venue: The Beaumont, Fortitude Valley — Date: 26 October 2025
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Celebrate 10 years of Brisbane Fashion Month at this special designer showcase. The event highlights the best of local design and champions the strong community of creators in Queensland.
Vera Polozkova
Venue: The Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba — Date: 26 October 2025
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The artist comes to Brisbane for a live show and a presentation of her new book, ‘Lost and Found’. The performance, which will be in Russian, blends poetry, recitation, and music in the ancient genre of antiphons.
Zugub, the mask, the spirits and the stars documentary screening
Venue: Queensland Museum Kurilpa, South Brisbane — Date: 25 October 2025
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This compelling 60-minute film invites you into the world of renowned Badu artist Alick Tipoti. It brings to life the stories, language, and traditions of his people through music, dance, and art.
A World of Rhythm Workshop with Ronny Ferella (MELB)
Venue: JMI Live, Bowen Hills — Date: 25 October 2025
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Explore the concepts of polyrhythm, cross-rhythm, and odd time metres in this hands-on workshop with Ronny Ferella. The session applies to any instrument and musical genre, with no music theory essential.
Ella Doneman sings the Blossom Dearie Songbook
Venue: JMI Live, Bowen Hills — Date: 25 October 2025
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Vocalist Ella Doneman and her band present a tribute concert bringing the Blossom Dearie Songbook to life. The show spans five decades of timeless music, weaving in Ella’s own stories and original tunes.
The Mojo Webb Quartet
Venue: Brisbane Jazz Club, Kangaroo Point — Date: 24 October 2025
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Hailing from Northern NSW, Michael ‘Mojo’ Webb brings his dynamic stage presence and showmanship to the Brisbane Jazz Club. Prepare for an evening of weeping guitar riffs, striding piano licks, and a powerful, bluesy voice.
Live at Melbourne Street Green: Brisbane Multicultural Arts Centre (BEMAC) artists
Venue: Melbourne Street Green, (QPAC), South Brisbane — Date: 24 October 2025
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Enjoy the ultimate Friday night wind-down with free performances at QPAC’s vibrant outdoor space. This week features a rotating lineup of music and dance in collaboration with artists from the Brisbane Multicultural Arts Centre (BEMAC).
The Art of Voice and Bass – Masterclass with Hetty Kate & Thierry Fossemalle
Venue: JMI Live, Bowen Hills — Date: 26 October 2025
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Acclaimed jazz vocalist Hetty Kate and bassist Thierry Fossemalle explore the intimate and special duo format. This masterclass is open to vocalists and curious bassists of all levels, combining demonstration and discussion.
Hetty Kate ‘Spring’ Quartet
Venue: JMI Live, Bowen Hills — Date: 26 October 2025
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Paris-based Australian jazz vocalist Hetty Kate presents songs from her newest release, a sparkling homage to the season of spring. The evening will feature beautiful music, classics, and curiosities from her new four-album odyssey.
St Clement’s Anglican Church presents: Nabanga Ensemble – an afternoon Concert
Venue: St Clement’s on the Hill Anglican Church, Stafford — Date: 26 October 2025
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St Clement’s on the Hill welcomes Vanuatu’s first youth orchestra for an afternoon concert. The ensemble will perform sensitive interpretations of traditional Vanuatu lullabies and popular hymns to raise funds for Anglicare’s Youth Homelessness Project.
This is just a snapshot of the amazing events lighting up Brisbane. With so much to see and do, the only hard part is choosing where to start. Grab your tickets before they sell out, and get ready to make the most of everything our incredible city has to offer!
