STAGE BUZZ BRISBANE
30 Apr 2026
Season: April 30th - May 9th, 2026
Title: Elastic Hearts
Presented By: Queensland Ballet and HOTA
Genre: Contemporary Ballet
Synopsis: A bold, visually striking dance work set to the music of Sia, Elastic Hearts blends contemporary ballet with orchestral arrangements of iconic pop songs. Choreographed and directed by Garry Stewart, the production explores themes of resilience, human connection, and the cycles of nature. At its centre is the figure of Gaia, embodying creation, destruction, and renewal, as dancers move through a powerful, emotionally charged landscape of sound, light, and movement.
Performance Dates: April 30th - May 9th, 2026
Performance Times:
April 30 - May 2 & May 9– 1:30 pm & 7:30 pm
May 7 – 6:30 pm
May 8 – 7:30 pm
Performance Location and Address: Talbot Theatre, Thomas Dixon Centre, 406 Montague Road, West End QLD 4101
Ticket Costs:
Adult - $116
Concession - $99
Under 30 - $93
Child - $58
Group (6+) - $99 pp
Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - Elastic Hearts
Recommended Age: Suitable for all ages
Duration: Approximately 1 hour 5 minutes (no interval)
Cast: Queensland Ballet artists
Creative Team:
Choreographer/Director - Garry Stewart
Music - Sia
Music Producer & Arranger - Elliott Wheeler
Originating Artistic Producer - Leanne Benjamin
Conductor - Nigel Gaynor
Set & Costume Designer - Charles Davis
Lighting Designer - Alexander Berlage
Music performed by Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Production Website: Queensland Ballet - Elastic Hearts
Other Information:
Presented in the Talbot Theatre at the Thomas Dixon Centre, Queensland Ballet’s home venue
Season packages available with discounted pricing options
Wheelchair and accessible seating are available; patrons are encouraged to contact the venue directly for assistance with access requirements
