CABARET: Busking in Glory - Anywhere Festival

Title: Busking in Glory

Presented By: Anywhere Festival and Merilee Ettia

Genre: Cabaret / Musical Theatre

Synopsis: Busking in Glory is a heartfelt and humorous cabaret by acclaimed performer Merilee Ettia, blending outrageous true stories from her experiences as a Brisbane street performer with beloved musical theatre songs. Featuring hits from Wicked, The Phantom of the Opera, The Little Mermaid, and Little Women, the production celebrates resilience, performance, and the spirit of Brisbane’s streets.

Performance Dates: May 29th - 31st, 2026

Performance Times:

• Friday - 6PM & 7PM

• Saturday & Sunday - 11AM & 12PM

Performance Location and Address: Queen Street Mall Stage, Queen Street Mall, Brisbane City QLD 4000

Ticket Costs: Free event.

Warnings: Contains references to suicidal ideation, confronting themes, and loud noises.

Recommended Age: PG rating.

Duration: 45 minutes.

Cast:

• Merilee Ettia

Creative Team:

• Creator and Performer - Merilee Ettia

Production Website: Anywhere Festival - Busking in Glory

Other information:

• Presented as part of the Anywhere Festival, which stages performances in unconventional spaces across Brisbane.

• This outdoor performance takes place at the open-air Queen Street Mall Stage with limited folding seating available on a first come, first served basis.

• Additional public seating, nearby food vendors, and public toilets are accessible within the mall precinct.

• Accessibility accommodations and reserved seating requests can be arranged through festival organisers.