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< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: The Amazing Bubble Show - Anywhere Festival 9 May 2026 Season: May 9th - 17th, 2026 Title: The Amazing Bubble Show Presented By: Magic Glen & Anywhere Festival Genre: Children’s Entertainment / Family / Comedy / Magic Synopsis: A high-energy, interactive bubble spectacular where Magic Glen transforms simple soap and water into a world of wonder. Expect giant bubbles, bubble tricks, floating bubble sculptures, and plenty of audience participation. Designed to delight children and families, the show blends comedy, magic, and visual spectacle into a joyful, hands-on experience. Performance Dates: May 9th - 17th, 2026 Performance Times: 11:30AM Performance Location and Address: Multiple venues including - North Lakes Community Centre, 10 The Corso, North Lakes QLD 4509 Hills District Community Centre, 291 Dawson Parade, Arana Hills QLD 4054 Ticket Costs: GA - $20.00 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - The Amazing Bubble Show Warnings: Audience participation / sensory effects (bubbles, light, movement) Recommended Age: Family-friendly (best suited for children and families) Duration: Approx. 45 minutes Cast: Magic Glen (performer) Creative Team: Magic Glen / Anywhere Festival artists Production Website: Anywhere Festival - The Amazing Bubbles Show Other information: Part of the Anywhere Festival program, which presents performances in non-traditional community spaces across Brisbane and Moreton Bay. The show is highly interactive, encouraging audience members to participate in bubble-making and on-stage moments. Venue accessibility varies by location; patrons should contact the specific community centre (North Lakes or Hills District) to confirm wheelchair access, seating arrangements, and facilities prior to attending. Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Around the World in 80 Days - Tugun Theatre Company 8 May 2026 Season: May 8th - 30th, 2026 Title: Around the World in 80 Days Presented By: Tugun Theatre Company Genre: Adventure / Comedy / Classic Adaptation Synopsis: Based on Jules Verne’s classic novel, this fast-paced adventure follows Phileas Fogg, a precise and wealthy Victorian gentleman who wagers that he can circumnavigate the globe in just 80 days. Joined by his loyal valet Passepartout, Fogg races against time across continents, encountering unexpected challenges, cultures, and chaos in a high-energy stage adaptation filled with humour, invention, and theatrical storytelling. Performance Dates: May 8th - 30th, 2026 Performance Times: Fridays (& Thursday May 28th) - 7:30PM Saturdays - 2PM & 7:30PM Performance Location and Address: Tugun Village Community Centre, 414 Coolangatta Rd, Tugun QLD 4224, Australia Ticket Costs: Adult - $22 Concession - $17 Table of 10 - $14 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - Around the World in 80 Days Creative Team: Directed by Nathan Schulz Production Website: Tugun Theatre Company - Around the World in 80 Days Other information: This production is part of Tugun Theatre Company’s 2026 season, featuring a classic adventure story adapted for the stage with a focus on fast-paced ensemble storytelling. Venue accessibility is not specifically listed; patrons are advised to contact the Tugun Village Community Centre directly to confirm access requirements and facilities Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Oedipus // End of Line - Role Initiative Theatre Company 8 May 2026 Season: May 8th - 22nd, 2026 Title: OEDIPUS // END OF LINE Presented By: Role Initiative Theatre Company Genre: Theatre / Contemporary Drama Synopsis: A bold, contemporary retelling of the ancient Oedipus myth, this production weaves together three classic Greek tragedies into one fast-paced, visceral story. Stripped back to its human core, it explores family, leadership, loyalty, and the cost of truth through a dynamic ensemble and physical storytelling. Performance Dates: May 8th - 22nd, 2026 Performance Times: 7:30PM Performance Location and Address: Multiple venues including - Newmarket Hall, 212 Ashgrove Ave, Ashgrove QLD Strathpine Community Centre, 199 Gympie Rd, Strathpine QLD The Hills District Community Centre, 291 Dawson Parade, Arana Hills QLD The Paint Factory Festival Hub, 115 Hyde Rd, Yeronga QLD North Lakes Community Centre, 10 The Corso, North Lakes QLD Ticket Costs: Adult - $35 Group (6+) - $25 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - Oedipus // End of Line Production Website: Anywhere Festival - Oedipus // End of Line Other information: Part of the Anywhere Festival, a Brisbane-wide event transforming unconventional spaces into performance venues. The production is a world premiere and features a highly physical, ensemble-driven style. Doors open at 7:00pm. Accessibility is listed as available, with wheelchair access at some venues; patrons are encouraged to confirm specific access details with each location prior to attending. Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Caravan - Nash Theatre 8 May 2026 Season: May 8th - 30th, 2026 Title: Caravan Presented By: New Farm Nash Theatre Genre: Comedy Synopsis: A classic Australian farce by Donald Macdonald, The Caravan follows three couples attempting to share a cramped and questionable caravan on holiday. As tensions rise and personalities clash, the trip descends into chaotic, laugh-out-loud disaster filled with domestic mishaps and escalating absurdity. Performance Dates: May 8th - 30th, 2026 Performance Times: Friday & Saturday evenings - 7:30PM Performance Location and Address: Nash Theatre, 52 Merthyr Road, New Farm QLD 4005, Australia Ticket Costs: Adult - $28 Concession - $23 Member/Child - $18 Group Ticket (10+) - $15pp Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - Caravan Production Website: Nash Theatre - Caravan Other information: Part of Nash Theatre’s 2026 season, which focuses on mystery, comedy, and classic theatrical entertainment. The venue is an intimate community theatre in inner-city Brisbane. Patrons are encouraged to contact the theatre directly to confirm access requirements. Previous Next

< Back IMPROV: Murder at the Bowlo - Improv QLD 8 May 2026 Season: May 8th - 23rd, 2026 Title: Murder at the Bowlo Presented By: Improv QLD Genre: Immersive Improvised Comedy / Interactive Murder Mystery Synopsis: Set in 1987 Queensland, this fully immersive and interactive murder mystery unfolds at a local bowls club fundraiser. When a suspicious death occurs, audience members become detectives—questioning shady politicians, dodgy locals, and bent cops to uncover the motive, means, and murderer. Work solo or in teams to crack the case… and you might even win a meat tray. Performance Dates: May 8th, 15th & 23rd, 2026 Performance Times: 7:30PM Performance Location and Address: May 8th - Club Pine Rivers, 1/11 Sparkes Rd, Bray Park QLD 4500, Australia May 15th - Narangba Bowls Club, 225 Mackie Rd, Narangba QLD 4504 May 23rd - Bramble Bay Bowls Club, Hornibrook Esplanade &, Victoria Ave, Woody Point QLD 4019 Ticket Costs: Adult - $25 Concession - $20 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - Murder at the Bowlo Warnings: Audience interaction and immersive elements Duration: Approx. 60 minutes Production Website: Improv QLD - Murder at the Bowlo Other information: Audience participation is central to the experience, with guests encouraged to play individually or in teams to solve the mystery. A prize (typically a “meat tray”) is awarded to successful sleuths. Venue accessibility details are not specified; patrons are advised to contact the venue directly to confirm accessibility options. Previous Next

< Back BALLET: Elastic Hearts - Queensland Ballet 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 Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Smile: The Story of the Life of Charlie Chaplin - Anywhere Festival 8 May 2026 Season: May 8th - 10th, 2026 Title: Smile: The Story of the Life of Charlie Chaplin Presented By: Marcel Cole as part of Anywhere Festival Genre: Theatre / Physical Comedy / Biography Synopsis: Smile: The Story of Charlie Chaplin is an award-winning one-man physical comedy that brings to life the extraordinary journey of Charlie Chaplin. Created and performed by Marcel Cole, the show uses mime, movement, and visual storytelling to trace Chaplin’s rise from poverty to global stardom—and the personal and political struggles that followed. Blending humour with poignancy, it captures the spirit of silent film while offering a heartfelt tribute to one of cinema’s most iconic figures. Performance Dates: May 8th - 10th, 2026 Performance Times: Friday & Sunday - 6PM Saturday - 5PM Performance Location and Address: New Tricks Wine & Gin Distillery, 26 Collingwood Street, Albion QLD 4010 Ticket Costs: Early Bird - $28 Full Price - $32 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - Smile Warnings: Loud noises Recommended Age: Recommended 10+ (suitable for all ages) Duration: 60 minutes Cast: Marcel Cole (solo performer) Creative Team: Created and performed by Marcel Cole Production Website: Anywhere Festival - Smile Other Information: An internationally acclaimed fringe hit, the show has sold out seasons in Adelaide and Edinburgh and won more than 10 awards, including Best Theatre and Best International Show. As the performance takes place in a distillery venue, access conditions may vary. Patrons with mobility or accessibility requirements are encouraged to contact the organisers or venue in advance to confirm entry, seating, and facilities. Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Incognito - QUT Acting 7 May 2026 Season: May 7th - 9th, 2026 Title: Incognito Presented By: QUT Acting Genre: Play / Drama Synopsis: Written by Nick Payne, Incognito is a compelling and thought-provoking play that interweaves three stories exploring memory, identity, and the human brain. A pathologist steals Albert Einstein’s brain, a neuropsychologist embarks on a new relationship, and a man with a seizure disorder struggles to hold onto his memories. As these narratives intersect, the play asks whether who we are is shaped by our biology—or something more elusive. Performance Dates: May 7th - 9th, 2026 Performance Times: 7PM Performance Location and Address: The Loft QUT, Z2, 22 Musk Avenue, Kelvin Grove QLD 4059, Australia Ticket Costs: General Admission - $35 Concession - $15 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - Incognito Recommended Age: Recommended for mature audiences Duration: Approximately 90 minutes Cast: Performed by QUT Acting graduating ensemble Creative Team: Playwright - Nick Payne Director - Kate Wild Production Website: QUT Acting - Incognito Other Information: A showcase production featuring QUT’s graduating acting cohort, known for its fast-paced structure and actors switching between multiple roles. The play’s interwoven narratives create a layered theatrical experience examining neuroscience, love, and identity. As this performance is held within a university venue, basic access is likely available, but patrons with specific accessibility needs are encouraged to contact QUT or the event organisers in advance to confirm seating, entry, and assistance options. Previous Next

< Back YOUTH MUSICAL: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - Grace Academy 7 May 2026 Season: May 7th - 9th, 2026 Title: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Presented By: Grace Academy Genre: Musical Theatre / Family Synopsis: Based on the beloved book by Roald Dahl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is a magical musical adventure filled with imagination, music, and wonder. When eccentric chocolatier Willy Wonka opens the gates to his mysterious factory, five lucky golden ticket winners are invited inside—including kind-hearted Charlie Bucket. As they journey through a world of chocolate waterfalls, curious inventions, and mischievous Oompa-Loompas, each child faces surprising consequences, while Charlie discovers the true reward of honesty and kindness. Performance Dates: May 7th - 9th, 2026 Performance Times: Thursday & Friday - 7PM Saturday - 1PM & 7PM Performance Location and Address: Redcliffe Entertainment Centre, 10 Downs Street, Redcliffe QLD 4020 Ticket Costs: Adult - $49 Concession - $39 Child (2–12 years) - $39 Family (2 adults + 2 children) - $155 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Recommended Age: All ages / family audiences Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours Production Website: Grace Academy - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Other Information: A large-scale youth production showcasing student performers from Grace Arts Academy. Features well-known songs such as “The Candy Man” and “Pure Imagination.” The Redcliffe Entertainment Centre is a professional performing arts venue with accessible seating, wheelchair access, and accessible amenities. Patrons with specific access requirements are encouraged to contact the venue in advance to arrange assistance. Previous Next

< Back FESTIVAL: 2026 Moreton Bay Anywhere Festival 7 May 2026 Season: May 7th - 24th, 2026 Title: Anywhere Festival Moreton Bay 2026 Presented By: Anywhere Festivals (supported by City of Moreton Bay) Genre: Festival / Multi-arts (Theatre, Comedy, Music, Cabaret, Dance, Circus, Interactive Performance) Synopsis: Anywhere Festival Moreton Bay is a vibrant multi-arts festival that transforms everyday spaces into performance venues. From breweries and galleries to parks, halls, and unexpected corners of the city, the festival showcases a diverse program of live performances including theatre, comedy, cabaret, music, dance, and immersive experiences. Designed to make art accessible and adventurous, the festival invites audiences to discover both new works and new places, with performances ranging from experimental to family-friendly. Performance Dates: May 7th - 24th, 2026 Performance Times: Various times depending on individual events Performance Location and Address: Multiple venues across the Moreton Bay Region, QLD Ticket Costs: Varies by event (many shows approx. $10–$35; some free events available) Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - Anywhere Festival Moreton Bay Warnings: Varies by production (may include adult themes, audience interaction, or immersive elements depending on the show) Recommended Age: Varies by event (program includes both family-friendly and adult performances) Duration: Varies by performance Cast: Features a wide range of local and visiting artists, including emerging and established performers Creative Team: Curated by Anywhere Festival team, featuring multiple independent producers and creatives Production Website: Anywhere Festival Moreton Bay 2026 Other Information: The festival focuses on site-specific and non-traditional performance, encouraging artists to stage work in unique locations such as warehouses, backyards, and community spaces. It supports independent artists by reducing venue costs and fostering creative experimentation, while also encouraging audiences to explore the region in new ways. Accessibility varies by venue. Many locations offer standard facilities, but as performances take place in a wide range of unconventional spaces, patrons are encouraged to check individual event listings or contact organisers for specific accessibility information. Previous Next

< Back OPERA: The Savages - Voxalis Opera 7 May 2026 Season: May 7th - 8th, 2026 Title: The Savages Presented By: Voxalis Opera Genre: Opera / Art Song / Concert Synopsis: The Savages is a striking operatic recital that reflects on the complexities of modern society through music. Centred on Les Illuminations by Benjamin Britten, the work sets surreal poetry by Arthur Rimbaud to create a vivid portrait of civilisation—both luminous and dangerous. This powerful song cycle is paired with excerpts from Jean-Philippe Rameau, blending centuries of music into a unified exploration of culture, myth, transformation, and human behaviour. The result is an intimate yet electrifying performance that holds a mirror to a world shaped by division, beauty, and change. Performance Dates: May 7th - 8th, 2026 Performance Times: 7PM Performance Location and Address: St Andrew’s Uniting Church, 299 Ann Street, Brisbane QLD 4000 Ticket Costs: Adult - $65 Concession - $50 Under 30 - $30 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - The Savages Recommended Age: Suitable for general audiences Duration: Approximately 60–70 minutes Cast: Shannon Leonard (tenor) Rebecca Goobanko (soprano) Monica Ruggiero (mezzo-soprano) Elliott Beauchamp (tenor) Harrison Hammett (baritone) Creative Team: Composer - Benjamin Britten Additional music - Jean-Philippe Rameau Pianist - Maxwell Foster Production Website: Voxalis Opera - The Savages Other Information: Part of Voxalis Opera’s 2026 season exploring Society, Relationships, and Belonging, The Savages represents the “Society” chapter—examining civilisation at its best and worst through music. The program blends opera and art song in an intimate recital format, continuing Voxalis’ focus on innovative, emotionally driven performances. As a central Brisbane church venue, basic access is typically available, but patrons with mobility or accessibility requirements are encouraged to contact the organisers in advance to confirm seating, entry, and assistance options. Previous Next

< Back CABARET: Shoggoth's Old Peculiar - Anywhere Festival 7 May 2026 Season: May 7th - 9th, 2026 Title: Shoggoth’s Old Peculiar Presented By: Anywhere Festival Genre: Cabaret / Live Music / Horror-Folk / Immersive Theatre Synopsis: Shoggoth’s Old Peculiar is a darkly whimsical cabaret experience blending live music, theatrical performance, and immersive visuals. Inspired by the cosmic horror of H.P. Lovecraft (and cheekily named after a Shoggoth's Old Peculiar), the show follows a troupe of bizarre vaudevillian characters as they guide audiences through strange, otherworldly landscapes. Expect a mix of jaunty horror-folk songs, gothic storytelling, and surreal imagery exploring madness, monsters, and murder. Performance Dates: May 7th - 9th, 2026 Performance Times: Thursday & Saturday - 6:30PM Friday - 7:30PM Performance Location and Address: Food Connect Shed, 8 Textile Crescent, Salisbury QLD 4107 Ticket Costs: $33 – $37 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - Shoggoth's Old Peculiar Warnings: Dark themes, horror imagery, references to madness and violence Recommended Age: Parental guidance recommended Duration: Approximately 60 minutes (no interval) Production Website: Anywhere Festival - Shoggoth's Old Peculiar Other Information: A highly stylised “art experience” combining live music, dance, costuming, and projection design. Known for its imaginative visuals, fantastical makeup, and immersive atmosphere, the show has developed a strong cult following within the Anywhere Festival scene. As the performance takes place in an industrial-style venue (Food Connect Shed), conditions may vary. Patrons with mobility or access requirements are encouraged to contact organisers in advance to confirm entry, seating, and facilities. Previous Next