MUSICAL THEATRE: Anastasia - QPAC, Opera Queensland, Crossroads Live Australia

16 Sept 2026

Season: September 16th - October 18th, 2026

Title: Anastasia the Musical

Presented By: Opera Australia and Crossroads Live Australia

Genre: Broadway musical / historical romance / family drama

Synopsis: Inspired by the beloved animated film, Anastasia follows Anya, a courageous young woman determined to uncover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer, she joins charming conman Dmitry and former aristocrat Vlad on an extraordinary journey from Imperial Russia to 1920s Paris, discovering love, family and a place to call home.

Performance Dates: Wednesday 16 September – Sunday 18 October 2026

Performance Times: Multiple matinee and evening performances are scheduled throughout the season. Exact dates and times vary and can be viewed through the live QTIX booking calendar.

Performance Location and Address: Lyric Theatre, QPAC, Melbourne Street, South Brisbane QLD 4101

Ticket Costs: Tickets start from $79.90, plus a $7.50 transaction fee. Concession, group, senior-group and school-group prices are available for eligible bookings.

Ticket Link: Book through QTIX

Warnings: Contains theatrical haze, strobe lighting, gunshot sound effects and depictions of smoking.

Recommended Age: Recommended for ages 8 and over. Patrons under 16 must be accompanied by an adult and seated with them.

Duration: Approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes, including interval.

Cast:

Georgina Hopson – Anya
Robert Tripolino – Dmitry
Joshua Robson – Gleb
Rodney Dobson – Vlad
Rhonda Burchmore – Countess Lily
Nancye Hayes AM – Dowager Empress

Production Website: ANASTASIA the Musical Australia

Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible seating, Companion Card bookings and assistance seating are available through the QTIX Call Centre on 136 246.

Accessibility-enhanced performances can be booked through QPAC Group Sales:

Accessibility-Enhanced Performances:

Audio Described: Sunday 11 October 2026 at 1:00 pm
Closed Captioned: Sunday 18 October 2026 at 1:00 pm — book the captioned performance

Audio description is delivered through a discreet headset for patrons who are blind or have low vision. Closed captions can be accessed on a mobile device or tablet through the GoTheatrical app.

Other Information:

Tickets will be issued approximately 10 days before the performance.
Concession and discounted group rates are available, including dedicated senior and school-group offers. One complimentary teacher ticket is provided for every 20 school tickets purchased.
Patrons requiring accessible seating or assistance should book by phone rather than through the standard online booking process.