THEATRE: Half Hour Hamlet - Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble, Anywhere Festival

Title: Half Hour Hamlet

Presented By: Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble (as part of Anywhere Festival)

Genre: Theatre / Shakespeare / Comedy / Physical Theatre

Synopsis: Half Hour Hamlet is a fast-paced, comedic reimagining of Shakespeare’s Hamlet, condensed into a rapid theatrical sprint. Performed by five classically trained actors, the production distils the original tragedy into an energetic, accessible, and humorous performance that focuses on the core story of betrayal, revenge, and existential chaos.

Designed as part of the Shakespeare’s Shorts series, the show is intentionally playful and highly physical, making Shakespeare approachable for audiences of all ages—no prior knowledge of the play is required.

Performance Dates: May 17th - 22nd, 2026

Performance Times:

• May 17th - 1:30PM

• May 22nd - 7PM

Performance Location and Address: Hip Hops Brewers, The Sheds at Brendale264 S Pine Road, Brendale QLD 4500

Ticket Costs:

• Adult - $18

• Child - $10

Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - Half Hour Hamlet

Warnings: May include loud physical performance, comedic violence, and audience interaction.

Recommended Age:All ages (children under 16 should be accompanied by an adult)

Duration: Approximately 45 minutes

Cast: Queensland Shakespeare Ensemble

Production Website: Anywhere Festival - Half Hour Hamlet

Other information:

• Part of the Anywhere Festival, which presents theatre in non-traditional venues across Brisbane.

• This production is a shortened Shakespeare adaptation designed to be fast, accessible, and comedic, performed in an informal venue setting.