< Back MUSICAL: Panic in Pipton - Act1 Theatre 13 Sept 2024 Season: September 13th - 28th, 2024 Title: Panic in Pipton (A War of the Worlds Musical Story) Presented By: ACT 1 Theatre Genre: Musical Synopsis: In Panic in Pipton , locals and transient guests at a struggling motel on a forgotten byway are thrown together on the Eve of War with The Martians—or so they think. This entertaining and original musical combines elements of "The War of the Worlds" with "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty," creating a unique and captivating experience. The story unfolds as the characters navigate their fears and fantasies, bringing a blend of excitement and whimsy to the stage. Performance Dates: Friday 13 September 2024 Saturday 14 September 2024 Friday 20 September 2024 Saturday 21 September 2024 Friday 27 September 2024 Saturday 28 September 2024 Performance Times: Fridays: 7:30 pm Saturdays: 2:00 pm & 7:30 pm Performance Location and Address: ACT 1, Gympie Road, Strathpine QLD 4500 Ticket Costs: Member: $25.00 (Members are limited to 1 ticket only for this event. Members ticket must be produced upon entry if requested.) Concession: $30.00 (Concession card will need to be produced upon entry if requested.) Non-member: $35.00 Reciprocal Member: $25.00 (For current members of Mousetrap, KSP, Sandgate Theatres. Reciprocal Members must produce a current Membership card/ticket upon request.) Life Member: $0.00 Ticket Link: Panic in Pipton Tickets Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Young Bodies/Somebody's - YeahNah Theatre, BackDock Arts 20 Sept 2024 Season: September 20th - 28th, 2024 Title: Young Bodies/Somebody's Presented By: YeahNah Theatre, BackDock Arts Genre: Drama Synopsis: "Young Bodies/Somebody’s" delves into the intricate relationship between sisters Anna and June as they face the upheaval of moving out of their family apartment following their mother’s new relationship. This debut work by Australian playwright Miranda Michalowski offers a poignant exploration of self-image, family conflict, and societal pressures. The play reveals the hidden struggles beneath the surface of seemingly ordinary lives, providing a powerful and empathetic portrayal of modern womanhood. Performance Dates: Friday 20 September 2024, 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM Saturday 21 September 2024, 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM Thursday 26 September 2024, 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM Friday 27 September 2024, 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM Saturday 28 September 2024, 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM Performance Location and Address: BackDock Arts, 103 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley Ticket Costs: General Admission: $30.00 Concession (Under 40): $25.00 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets Here Warnings: Eating Disorders Sexual Assault Loud Music Strobe Flashing Light Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes Previous Next

< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: Shrek the Musical Jr. - BG Performing Arts 28 Sept 2024 Season: September 28th, 2024 Title: Shrek The Musical Jr. Presented By: BG Performing Arts Genre: Musical, Family Synopsis: Shrek The Musical Jr. is an adaptation of the beloved Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and Broadway musical. This fun-filled production follows Shrek, everyone’s favourite ogre, as he embarks on a journey with a cast of fairytale misfits to rescue Princess Fiona and find true acceptance. Set in a swamp, Shrek's life is turned upside down when banished fairytale characters arrive, leading him to confront the diminutive yet ambitious Lord Farquaad. With romance, humour, and a few unexpected twists, this irreverent take on the classic fairytale offers a powerful message for the whole family. Performance Dates: Saturday, 28 September 2024 – 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM Saturday, 28 September 2024 – 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM Performance Location and Address: Mitchelton State High School, 754 Samford Road, Mitchelton, QLD 4053 Ticket Costs: General Admission (Ages 2yrs+): $25.00 Children under 2yrs: Free (if sitting on an adult’s lap) Ticket Link: Buy Tickets Recommended Age: All ages Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Creative Team: Director: Sam Caruana Choreographer: Bella Gordon Music Director: Kate Baxter Production Manager: Tallulah Baird Production Website: BG Performing Arts Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Speaking in Tongues - Ad Astra Theatre 5 Sept 2024 Season: September 5th - 28th, 2024 Title: Speaking in Tongues Presented By: Ad Astra Theatre Genre: Drama Synopsis: Speaking in Tongues by Andrew Bovell is a piercing drama that intricately weaves together the lives of nine individuals. The narrative explores themes of love, marriage, infidelity, and betrayal. This tense, electrifying play delves into the complexities of relationships between lovers and strangers, highlighting the myriad ways people can hurt one another. The plot follows: Leon, married to Sonja, and Jane, married to Pete. By chance, each spouse meets the other one night and ends up in motel rooms, with Pete and Sonja resisting a one-night stand while Leon and Jane do not. Neil, a lonely man pining for his lost love, Sarah, who moved on decades ago. Valerie, a missing woman whose stiletto is found in Nick’s car. Written By: Andrew Bovell Performance Dates: Thursday, 5 September 2024 - Saturday, 28 September Performance Location and Address: Ad Astra Theatre, 57 Misterton Street, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006 Ticket Costs: $35-$55 Ticket Link: TryBooking - Speaking in Tongues Cast: Lauren Dillon Doll Hunt James Dyke Jazz Lane Creative Team: Director: Heidi Gledhill Producer: Gregory J Wilken Lighting Design Consult: David Walters Set and Costume Design: Chelsea Jewell Voice Coach: Marcus Oborn Movement Director: Nerida Matthaei Sound Composition and Design: Tommi Civili Lighting Design and Operation: Madelyne Leite Dramaturg: Desley Martin Stage Manager: Isabel Folland Other information: Parking around Ad Astra Theatre can be tricky. Please visit the Ad Astra Theatre website to plan your parking in advance. Note that doors close promptly at showtime with no late entry. Previous Next

< Back MUSICAL: Cinderella - Village Green Theatre Group 20 Sept 2024 Season: September 20th - 28th, 2024 Title: Cinderella the Pantomime Presented By: Village Green Theatre Group Genre: Pantomime Synopsis: Once upon a time in a magical kingdom far, far away... Join us on an enchanting journey as we present the timeless tale of Cinderella ! This classic rags-to-riches story follows sweet and kind Cinderella as she faces the cruelty of her dreadful Ugly Sisters, Salmonella and Listeria. Her muddled and confused father, Baron Hardup, is powerless to intervene, and her only comfort is her loyal friend, Buttons. With the help of her Magical Fairy Godmother, Cinderella might just have a chance to attend Prince Charming’s majestic ball and change her fate forever. Despite the wicked schemes of her Ugly Sisters, could Cinderella’s dreams come true in a whirl of magic and wonder? Performance Dates: Friday 20 September 2024 Saturday 21 September 2024 Friday 27 September 2024 Saturday 28 September 2024 Performance Times: Fridays: 7:30 pm Saturdays: 2:00 pm & 7:30 pm Performance Location and Address: Yarrabilba State Secondary College PAC, Basalt Drive, Yarrabilba QLD 4207 Ticket Costs: Adult Ticket: $25.00 (All adults 18+) Concession Ticket: $20.00 (Concession card holders including pensioners) Child Ticket: $12.50 (All children 5-14 years) Student Ticket: $20.00 (Student 15+ - Must have Student ID Card) Group Booking (10 Tickets): $200.00 Cheese Platter: $5.00 (Pre-purchase and enjoy a cheese platter either before or after the show) Ticket Link: Cinderella the Pantomime Tickets Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Trent Dalton's Love Stories - QPAC 8 Sept 2024 Season: September 8th - 29th, 2024 Title: Trent Dalton’s Love Stories Presented By: QPAC and Brisbane Festival Genre: Theatre / Drama Synopsis: Trent Dalton’s Love Stories is a heartfelt exploration of the myriad forms of love. Inspired by bestselling author and journalist Trent Dalton’s unique project of gathering love stories from strangers on the streets of Brisbane, this stage adaptation dives into the complexities of relationships, connection, and the human condition. Adapted by Tim McGarry with additional writing by Dalton and Fiona Franzmann, and directed by Sam Strong, this production blends storytelling, movement, and multimedia to bring to life the deeply personal and universal stories collected by Dalton. Audiences will be taken on a journey through joy, sorrow, passion, and reflection, as the play unravels the tender and powerful emotions that define our lives. Performance Dates: 8 September 2024 – 29 September 2024 Performance Times: Evening Performances: Monday – Saturday 7:00 PM Matinee Performances: Selected Saturdays 1:00 PM Performance Location and Address: Playhouse, QPAC, South Bank, Brisbane, QLD Ticket Costs: $79 - $99 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets for Trent Dalton’s Love Stories Production Website: QPAC Website Warnings: This production contains strong language, adult themes including death, loss, and suicide, sound pressure effects, and haze. Recommended Age: Recommended for ages 15+ Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (no interval) Special Performances: Auslan Interpreted: Thursday 19 September 7:00 PM, Saturday 21 September 1:00 PM Audio Described: Saturday 28 September 1:00 PM Cast: Jason Klarwein as the writer/husband Michala Banas as his wife Rashidi Edwards as Jean-Benoit, the narrator Ensemble: Kimie Tsukakoshi, Jeanette Cronin, Mathew Cooper, Bryan Probets, Harry Tseng, Jacob Watton, and Hsin-Ju Ely Creative Team: Director/Dramaturg: Sam Strong Choreographer & Movement Director: Nerida Matthaei Associate Director: Ngoc Phan Set & Costume Design: Renee Mulder Lighting Design: Ben Hughes Video Design: Craig Wilkinson Composition & Sound Design: Stephen Francis Previous Next

< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: Heathers - Fame Performing Arts 20 Sept 2024 Season: September 20th - 21st, 2024 Title: HEATHERS The Musical - High School Edition Presented By: Fame Performing Arts Genre: Musical Synopsis: Heathers the Musical: High School Edition tells the story of Veronica Sawyer, a brainy yet beautiful misfit who navigates her way into the most powerful clique at Westerberg High: the Heathers. When Veronica gets comfortable with her new status, she falls for the dangerously charming new student, J.D. After getting kicked out of the Heathers by the tyrannical Heather Chandler, Veronica’s life takes a dark turn as J.D. pushes her toward drastic measures that spiral out of control. Written By: Based on the film written by Daniel Waters Performance Dates: 20th - 21st September, 2024 Performance Location and Address: Fame Performing Arts, 4 Burke Street, Woolloongabba, 4102 Ticket Costs: $20.00 - $25.00 Ticket Link: Click here Warnings: PG-13: Coarse language, implied violence, self-harm ideation, sexual references, homophobia, eating disorders, fatphobia, depiction of death, drug/alcohol abuse, use of imitation firearm. Recommended Age: 13+ Production Website: Click here Previous Next

< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: Frozen Kids - BG Performing Arts 21 Sept 2024 Season: September 21st, 2024 Title: Frozen Kids Presented By: BG Performing Arts Genre: Musical, Family Synopsis: Frozen Kids is a 30-minute adaptation of the beloved 2018 Broadway musical, based on the 2013 Walt Disney Animation Studios film. This enchanting production, directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee, features all your favourite characters including Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and Sven. The musical includes classic songs from the film such as “Love Is an Open Door,” “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?,” and “Let It Go,” as well as new songs from the Broadway adaptation. Perfect for young audiences, this production offers a magical journey of self-discovery and the true meaning of love. Performance Date: Saturday, 21 September 2024 – 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM Performance Location and Address: Mitchelton State High School, 754 Samford Road, Mitchelton, QLD 4053 Ticket Costs: General Admission (Ages 2yrs+): $20.00 Children under 2yrs: Free (if sitting on an adult’s lap) Ticket Link: Buy Tickets Recommended Age: All Ages Duration: 45 minutes Creative Team: Director: Bella Gordon Choreographer: Rhiannon Baird Music Director: Kate Baxter Production Manager: Sam Caruana Production Website: BG Performing Arts Previous Next

< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: Young Theatricals Showcase - Ipswich Little Theatre 14 Sept 2024 Season: September 14th, 2024 Title : Young Theatricals 2024 Showcase Presented By : Ipswich Little Theatre Society's Young Theatricals Genre : Drama / Variety Performance Synopsis : Young Theatricals (YTs) is the Ipswich Little Theatre Society’s drama group for teens aged 13-18. Over the term, the class has been working on a collection of individual and group pieces, which will be presented in one exciting showcase performance. Expect a delightful variety of monologues, duologues, group performances, musical numbers, and improv—offering a glimpse into the talent and creativity of the next generation of ILT actors, directors, and writers. Come along to support these young performers as they demonstrate their hard work and passion for theatre! Performance Dates: Saturday, 14 September 2024 Performance Times: 7:30pm Performance Location and Address: Jean Pratt Auditorium, 15 Burley Griffin Drive, Ipswich QLD 4305 Ticket Costs: Adults: $10 Child/Concession: $7 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets Production Website: Young Theatricals Previous Next

< Back MUSICAL: Big Name, No Blankets - ILBIJERRI Theatre Company, Brisbane Festival, QPAC 20 Sept 2024 Season: September 20th - 21st, 2024 Title: Big Name, No Blankets Presented By: ILBIJERRI Theatre Company, Brisbane Festival, QPAC, and University of Queensland Genre: Rock ‘n’ Roll Theatre Show Synopsis: Big Name, No Blankets celebrates the phenomenal journey and impact of Sammy Tjapanangka Butcher, one of the founding members of the Australian music icons, Warumpi Band. This epic rock ‘n’ roll theatre show invites audiences into the world of these central desert legends, as the band navigates the divides between bush and city, white and black, fame and family. Prepare to stomp your feet, clap your hands, and be swept away by this big-hearted and moving story. Performance Dates: 20th September - 21st September 2024 Performance Times: Friday, 20th September: 7:30 PM Saturday, 21st September: 7:30 PM Performance Location and Address: Concert Hall, QPAC, Cnr Grey and Melbourne St, South Brisbane, QLD 4101 Ticket Costs: Price Level 1: $79 Price Level 2: $69 Groups (10+): 1 complimentary ticket for every 9 tickets purchased School Groups (10+): $69 (Price Level 1), $59 (Price Level 2) Ticket Link: Buy Tickets Here Warnings: This production contains images and references to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who have passed. Recommended Age: 12+ Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes (no interval) Previous Next

< Back CABARET: An Evening on Broadway: Heroes vs. Villains - Introspect Theatre Company 8 Sept 2024 Season: September 8th, 2024 Title: An Evening on Broadway: Heroes vs. Villains Presented By: Introspect Theatre Company Inc. Genre: Cabaret, Musical Theatre Synopsis: Prepare for an electrifying night of entertainment as "An Evening on Broadway: Heroes vs. Villains" takes the stage! Experience the timeless clash between good and evil, portrayed through Broadway’s most iconic songs and scenes. Join us for an unforgettable cabaret-style event featuring dazzling dance numbers, stunning vocals, and a touch of comedy, all within an intimate setting. With 18 classic Broadway songs performed by an extraordinary cast, you'll be immersed in a musical journey that pits heroes against villains. Hosted by two charismatic MCs, this show promises surprises and a unique twist that will have you debating which side reigns supreme. Don’t miss this chance to see your favourite characters come to life and enjoy a night filled with drama, music, and fun! Performance Dates: Sunday, 8 September 2024 Performance Times: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Performance Location and Address: Thirsty Chiefs Brewing Company, 4/4 Wills St, North Lakes QLD 4509 Ticket Costs: $30 AUD Ticket Link: Get tickets Production Website: Introspect Theatre Company Inc. Previous Next

< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: Singin' in the Rain Jr. - Brisbane Junior Theatre 20 Sept 2024 Season: September 20th - 21st, 2024 Title: Singin' in the Rain Jr. Presented By: Brisbane Junior Theatre Genre: Musical Synopsis: Singin' in the Rain brings Hollywood's golden era to life with a delightful blend of romance, comedy, and musical numbers. Set during the transition from silent films to "talking pictures," the story follows starlet Lina Lamont and leading man Don Lockwood. While they appear to be the perfect on-screen couple, off-screen, Lina's squeaky voice threatens her career. Enter a talented young actress who might just save the day. With its iconic songs and dazzling dance routines, this musical is a nostalgic celebration of Tinseltown’s early days. Performance Times: Friday 20 September 2024 6:00 PM - 7:45 PM 8:00 PM - 9:45 PM Saturday 21 September 2024 12:00 PM - 1:45 PM 2:00 PM - 3:45 PM Performance Location and Address: Emerge, 1 Coorparoo Rd, Warner QLD 4500 Ticket Costs: $20.00 - $25.00 Ticket Link: Buy tickets Previous Next