< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: Sunshine Coast Youth Theatre Festival - Sunshine Coast Live and The Lind Lane Theatre 16 Aug 2024 Season: August 16th - 18th, 2024 Title: Sunshine Coast Youth Theatre Festival Presented By: Sunshine Coast Live and The Lind Lane Nambour Genre: Youth Theatre Synopsis: Celebrating the Sunshine Coast’s brightest young talent, the annual Sunshine Coast Youth Theatre Festival is a showcase of short plays and exciting performances. This festival is a yearly highlight, offering a platform for emerging performers from the Sunshine Coast. Don't miss this vibrant event that celebrates creativity and young talent. Performance Dates: Friday 16th August 2024 from 6:00pm - 9:00pm Saturday, 17th August 2024 from 9:00am - 9:30pm Sunday, 18th August 2024 from 9:00am - 5:00pm Performance Location and Address: The Lind Theatre, 16 Mitchell Street, Nambour, QLD 4560 Ticket Costs: $10-$50 Ticket Link: Book Tickets Previous Next

< Back MUSICAL: The Sunshine Club - HIT Productions, Ipswich Civic Centre 24 Aug 2024 Season: August 24th, 2024 Title : The Sunshine Club Presented By: HIT Productions Genre : Musical Theatre Performance Date : Saturday, 24 August 2024 Performance Time: 7:30 PM Performance Location: George Hogg Auditorium, Cnr Limestone & Nicholas Streets, Ipswich, QLD About: Ipswich Civic Centre presents "The Sunshine Club," a brilliant new landmark in Australian musicals written and directed by Wesley Enoch AM, a proud Noonuccal Nuugi man and acclaimed creative force in Australian Theatre. This energetic and engaging musical play features a variety of music styles with 28 songs composed by esteemed John Rodgers. "The Sunshine Club" follows the story of Frank Doyle, an Aboriginal serviceman returning home from World War II to find that while the wider world may have changed, attitudes back home in Brisbane remain the same. Filled with defiant energy and ambition for a better life, Frank starts The Sunshine Club, a place where black and white can meet and dance. Here, he dreams of a future where he can dance with Rose, the girl next door and the girl of his dreams. This award-winning production is thought-provoking, vibrant, and joyful, featuring a talented cast of 11, including emerging and established First Nations artists, accompanied by a 5-piece live band. It's perfect for audiences seeking entertaining, socially relevant work, especially at a time of heightened social discourse on Indigenous Affairs. Ticket Prices: Adult Ticket: $49.00 Concession Ticket: $45.00 Student Ticket: $45.00 Child Ticket (3-15 Years): $45.00 Group (4+) Ticket: $45.00 Ticket Link : Buy Tickets Here Duration: 140 minutes including interval Warnings: No Photography, Flash Photography, or Video allowed. Haze effects in use. Show contains mature themes including reference to abortion. Previous Next

< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: The Gruffalo - Ipswich Civic Centre 20 Aug 2024 Season: August 20th, 2024 Title : The Gruffalo Presented By: Ipswich Civic Centre Genre: Children's Theatre, Musical Performance Date: Tuesday, 20 August 2024 Performance Times: School Shows: 10:00 am, 1:00 pm (School Show Only) Public Show: 6:00 pm Venue: George Hogg Auditorium, Cnr Limestone & Nicholas Streets, Ipswich, QLD Duration: 55 Minutes, no interval Synopsis: Step into the magical world of The Gruffalo , based on the beloved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Join Mouse on an adventurous journey through the deep, dark wood, encountering cunning Foxes, eccentric Owls, and party-loving Snakes. Will Mouse's tale of the terrifying Gruffalo save them from becoming dinner for these hungry creatures? This musical adaptation promises songs, laughs, and scary fun for children aged 3+ and their families. Ticket Prices: Adult Ticket: $35.00 each Child Ticket: $25.00 each Group Ticket (10+): $22.50 each Children 2 & Under: Free (must sit on a lap) Book Tickets: Ipswich Civic Centre Box Office Stars Dining: Pre-show Dining: Reserve a table for Stars Dining at 4:45 pm before the 6:00pm performance. Details available through Open Table on the Ipswich Civic Centre website. Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Murder on Record - Upstage Theatre 24 Aug 2024 Season: August 24th, 2024 Title: Murder on Record Presented By: UpStage Theatre Genre : Interactive Dinner and Show Performance Date: Saturday, 24 August 2024 Performance Time: 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Performance Venue: Banyo Bowls Club, 16 Froude Street, Banyo, QLD About: UpStage Theatre is pleased to present an interactive Murder Mystery Dinner and Show at the Banyo Bowls Club. Written by Angela Witcher, this witty little number features twists, turns, and fabulous characters. The theme is 70's, set in Demon Records studio during a London heatwave. Performers hustle for favours, and the audience witnesses the lead-up to a foul deed. Use your powers of deduction to identify the culprit. Prizes are awarded for the best guess, best team name, and best costume. So dust off your platforms, press your flares, and gather up your team for a hilarious night of sleuthing and singing to the top of the pops 70's style. Tickets are limited, so book early to secure your spot. We are ready to entertain you! Ticket Link: Buy Tickets Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: An Evening of One Acts - Sandgate Theatre Inc. 16 Aug 2024 Season: August 16th - 25th, 2024 Title : Cafe One Acts - An Evening of One Act Plays Presented By: Sandgate Theatre Inc. Genres : Comedy, Drama, Romance Synopsis: Cafe One Acts presents a delightful selection of one-act plays that span genres from comedy to drama to romance. Enjoy an evening of diverse theatrical performances that highlight both classic and contemporary works. The following plays will be performed: Box and Cox: A Romance of Real Life in One Act by John Maddison Morton (1847) Two men, unknowingly sharing the same room due to their opposite work schedules, eventually meet and discover surprising connections. Yesterday by Colin Campbell Clements (1923) A British General and his former love reconnect after forty-one years, unravelling a misunderstanding from their past. A Matter of Husbands by Ferenc Molnar (1923) A young lady confronts an actress, suspecting her of having an affair with her husband, only to be led into an unexpected twist. Ashes to Ashes by Jill Curran Two sisters debate over their father’s ashes, only to uncover their father’s surprising final wishes. A Stab in the Art by Paul Hannah In an art gallery, an inexperienced art critic and her friend navigate through personal and artistic revelations, leading to surprising discoveries. Performance Dates & Times: Friday, 16 August 2024 | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Saturday, 17 August 2024 | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Sunday, 18 August 2024 | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Matinee) Friday, 23 August 2024 | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Sunday, 25 August 2024 | 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Location: Sandgate Town Hall, Seymour Street, Sandgate, Brisbane QLD 4017 Ticket Costs: Adult: $15.00 Concession: $10.00 Ticket Link: TryBooking Link Contact for Information: Phone: Chris on 0403 886 458 Previous Next

< Back MUSICAL: Five Course Love The Musical - Heartwarming Productions 16 Aug 2024 Season: August 16th - 17th, 2024 Title : Five Course Love The Musical By : Gregg Coffin Presented By: Heartwarming Productions Genre: Musical, Comedy Synopsis: Three actors play fifteen different characters in five different restaurants, all in pursuit of true love. The evening begins at Dean’s Old-Fashioned All-American Bar-B-Que Texas Eats, where a blind date goes terribly wrong. Next, at the Trattoria Pericolo, a mob wife has a secret rendezvous behind her husband’s back. At Der Schlupfwinkel Speiseplatz, three people discover they are all dating each other. In Ernesto’s Cantina, two rivals battle for the hand of the beautiful Rosalinda. And at the Star-Lite Diner, a waitress dreaming of her true love receives a little help from Cupid in making her dreams come true. Performance Dates & Times: Friday, 16 August 2024 at 7:30 PM Saturday, 17 August 2024 at 7:30 PM Location: New Benner Theatre, Metro Arts, Brisbane, QLD Ticket Costs: General Admission: $50.00 Concession: $45.00 Booking Fee: Up to $3.90 per transaction applies Ticket Link: Get Tickets Here Director : Emily McCormick Duration: Approximately 105 minutes, including a 20-minute interval. Age Suitability: Recommended for ages 16+ Previous Next

< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: The Gruffalo - The Events Centre 23 Aug 2024 Season: August 23rd, 2024 Presented by: The Events Centre and Horizon Festival Location : The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton St, Caloundra Genre : Children's Theatre About the Show: Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in this magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Searching for hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl, and the party mad Snake. Will the story of the terrifying Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there? Songs, laughs, and scary fun for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups. Performance Schedule: Date: Friday, 23 August 2024 10:00 AM 12:00 PM 4:00 PM Performance Location: The Events Centre, 20 Minchinton St, Caloundra QLD Ticket Prices: $30.00 Book Tickets: Click here to book tickets Age Recommendation: 3+ years old and their adults Warnings: Moments of dimmed lighting on stage. Moments of loud roars where the audience participates. Some loud Gruffalo roars. This only lasts for a little while. Duration : Approximately 55 minutes, no interval. Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Eat Her Out - Long Island Iced Theatre, Anywhere Festival 2 Aug 2024 Season: August 2nd - 4th, 2024 Title: Eat Her Out Presented By: Georgia Thomas and Aoife Kissane Genre: Theatre Synopsis: Struggling to pay rent? We have a solution for you...After murdering one of their roommates, two girls are hanging up washing outside their share house, gossiping about the events of their week and complaining about the cost of living in Brisbane. With the watchful eye of their other roommate, Heaven, the two girls must process what they’ve done and what comes next. A murder cover up turned queer love triangle, with a meaty twist that will leave audiences cackling in disgust. This show explores queer obsession, religious guilt, and just how far you’d go to not have to buy groceries at Coles. Performance Dates: Friday, 2nd August 2024 Saturday, 3rd August 2024 Sunday, 4th August 2024 Performance Location and Address: The Paint Factory, 115 Hyde Rd, Yeronga, QLD Ticket Costs: $7.50 Ticket Link: Get your tickets here! Warnings: Contains themes of murder and religious guilt. Recommended Age: Mature audiences (M) Duration: 40 minutes Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Sound & Fury - APAC and Audentis Theatre 7 Aug 2024 Season: August 7th - 9th, 2024 Title: SOUND & FURY: Scenes from the Works of William Shakespeare Presented By: APAC and Audentis Theatre Genre: Shakespearean Theatre Synopsis: SOUND & FURY is an evening of scenes, sonnets, and monologues from some of Shakespeare's most famous and polarising plays, including Measure for Measure, Macbeth, and Twelfth Night. This curated exploration delves into the timeless themes of love, ambition, and the human condition through the Bard's eyes, blending theatrical performances with poetic recitations. Written By: William Shakespeare Performance Dates: 7 & 9 August 2024 Performance Times: Wednesday, 7 August 2024, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Friday, 9 August 2024, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Performance Location and Address: Vent Space, 23 Glenelg Street, South Brisbane, Queensland, 4101 Ticket Costs: Free (Bookings Essential) Ticket Link: SOUND & FURY Tickets Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Scenes From a Yellow Peril - The Reaction Theory, QLD Theatre, BIPOC Arts Australia 9 Aug 2024 Season: August 9th - 24th, 2024 Title : Scenes From A Yellow Peril Presented By: The Reaction Theory with BIPOC Arts Australia Genre : Theatre Synopsis: Scenes from a Yellow Peril is an uncomfortable, playful, and enlightening provocation on racism and privilege from Aotearoa. From award-winning Chinese-New Zealand writer and poet Nathan Joe, this production is less a play and more a series of insights that expose the pain of being othered. The experience of those who are othered will not be denied, offering an insightful look into racism and privilege. Written By : Nathan Joe Performance Dates & Times: 9 – 24 August 2024 Evening Performances: Wednesday – Saturday, 6:00 PM Matinee Performance: Saturday, 17 August, 12:00 PM BIPOC Night: Friday, 16 August, 6:00 PM Performance Location and Address: Diane Cilento Studio, Queensland Theatre, South Brisbane, QLD Ticket Costs: $39 Ticket Link: Book Tickets Here Duration: Approximately 80 minutes, with no interval Warnings: This production contains frequent coarse language, sexual references, depictions of violence, discrimination, and racism. It also contains the use of theatrical haze, dynamic sound, strobe lighting, and lighting blackouts. Cast: Daphne Chen Chris Nguyen Peter Wood Jazz Zhao Creative Team: Co-Director/Producer: Chelsea August Co-Director/Producer: Egan Sun-Bin Producer: Alyson Joyce Associate Producer: Jess Bunz Set Designer: Alex Riley Costume Designer: Frances Foo Sound Designer: Emma Burchell Lighting Designer: Briana Clark Video Designer: Imperfect Creatives Stage and Production Manager: Petria Leong Cultural Safety Consultant: Katrina Irawati Graham Production Website: Scenes from a Yellow Peril Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Dark Lake Origins - The Thousand Interactive 9 Aug 2024 Season: August 9th - 10th, 2024 Title : DARK LAKE - Origins Presented By: The Thousand Interactive Genre: Interactive Horror Theatre Experience Synopsis: In 1998, three friends vanished while walking in a darkened park. Police discovered an alarming amount of blood but no bodies or murder weapon. The case went cold, and soon after, unsettling hauntings began. The lake, now known for its ghostly apparitions—a blood-soaked girl and a deranged killer—beckons the brave to uncover the truth behind these supernatural occurrences. For the first time, DARK LAKE - Origins reveals the harrowing events that turned this location into a source of nightmares. Performance Dates & Times: Friday, 9 August 2024 | 7:30 PM & 8:30 PM Saturday, 10 August 2024 | 7:30 PM & 8:30 PM Location: Secret Location in Brisbane (Exact location provided at checkout) Ticket Prices: Adult Ticket: $65.00 AUD Student Ticket: $56.00 AUD (Valid Student I.D. required on arrival) Group of 8 Ticket: $60.00 AUD each Ticket Link: DARK LAKE - Origins Event Details: This immersive horror experience is an outdoor, walk-around event. Guests are booked in groups of 8, with entry times spaced 5 minutes apart. Arrive early to explore pre-entry content before the experience begins. Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Scenes With Girls - Salad Days Collective, PIP Theatre 31 July 2024 Season: July 31st - August 3rd, 2024 Title: Scenes With Girls Presented By: Salad Days Collective in partnership with PIP Theatre Genre: Contemporary Comedy Synopsis: Scenes With Girls by Miriam Battye is a contemporary, audacious comedy that delves into the lives of three young women navigating the complexities of sex, love, and friendship. The play consists of 22 scenes featuring Tosh and Lou, two inseparable friends who reject conventional narratives and find solace and identity in each other's company. When other friends drift away and new relationships form, Tosh and Lou remain steadfast in their unique bond, exploring what it truly means to love and be enough. Performance Dates: Wednesday, 31st July 2024: 7:30 PM Thursday, 1st August 2024: 7:30 PM Friday, 2nd August 2024: 7:30 PM Saturday, 3rd August 2024: 1:00 PM & 7:30 PM Performance Location and Address: PIP Theatre20 Park Rd, Milton, QLD Ticket Costs: General Admission: $35.00 Student: $12.00 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets Here Duration: Approximate Running Time: 90 minutes Cast: Jasmine Prasser as Tosh Hannah Ward as Lou Georgina Sawyer as Fran Creative Team: Director: Ava Rusch Producers: Jasmine Prasser and Georgina Sawyer Lighting Design: Claire Yorston Sound Design: Ziggy Enoch Previous Next