STAGE BUZZ BRISBANE
18 Aug 2026
Season: August 17th - 23rd, 2026
Title: The Gospel According to Paul
Presented By: Soft Tread Theatre, QPAC
Genre: Theatre / Comedy / Political Satire
Synopsis: A hit comedy returns to Brisbane for a victory lap.
Written and performed by Jonathan Biggins, The Gospel According to Paul sees the acclaimed comic actor transform into former Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating.
The production explores Keating's landmark political achievements, personal obsessions and distinctive approach to economics and public life, while bringing his famous Question Time wit to the stage.
With fresh and funny takes on Keating's recent media moments, including AUKUS, negative gearing and the lack of meaningful political reform, this sharp and irreverent production offers a humorous look at one of Australia's most distinctive political figures.
Performance Dates: August 17th - 23rd, 2026
Performance Times:
Tuesday & Thursday - 7PM
Wednesday - 1PM & 7PM
Friday - 7:30PM
Saturday - 2PM & 7:30PM
Sunday - 1PM
Performance Location: Playhouse, Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Cultural Centre, South Bank, Brisbane QLD 4101
Ticket Costs:
$69–$99
Transaction fee of $7.50 applies
Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - The Gospel According to Paul
Warnings: Coarse language
Recommended Age: 15+
Duration: Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, with no interval.
Cast:
Jonathan Biggins – Paul Keating
Creative Team:
Written & performed by Jonathan Biggins
Director – Aarne Neeme
Designer – Mark Thompson
Lighting Designer – Verity Hampson
Sound & Video Designer – David Bergman
Producer – Jo Dyer
Production Manager – Barry Searle
Touring Technician – Sam Read
Company Stage Manager – Tanya Leach
Production Website: QPAC - The Gospel According to Paul
Other Information:
Jonathan Biggins is co-creator and star of The Wharf Revue and is one of Australia's well-known comic actors. The production combines biographical theatre, political satire and comedy.
QPAC offers concession pricing for pension and companion card holders. Group and school bookings are also available.
The production is presented in QPAC's Playhouse, with accessible seating and venue accessibility services available. QPAC also provides a Playhouse Visual and Sensory Guide to help patrons prepare for their visit. Patrons requiring accessible seating or other assistance should contact QPAC when booking.
