< Back MUSICAL THEATRE: Long Gone Lonesome Cowgirls - 3bCreative 7 Feb 2025 Season: February 7th - 16th, 2025 Title: Long Gone Lonesome Cowgirls Presented By: 3bCreative Genre: Drama/Musical Synopsis: Set against the backdrop of the 1960s, Long Gone Lonesome Cowgirls tells the story of two deserted wives in outback Queensland, navigating the confusion of the era with dreams of Hank Williams and Patsy Cline. The play contrasts the women’s personal struggles with the cultural shifts happening in Australia at the time, particularly in the wake of the Vietnam War. While exploring themes of loneliness and unhappiness, the play is infused with humour and sharp dialogue, making it an uplifting experience. What sets the play apart is its seamless integration of Country and Western songs, which perfectly complement the women’s experiences and the mood of the story. Performance Dates: Friday, 7 February 2025 – 7:30 PM Saturday, 8 February 2025 – 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM Sunday, 9 February 2025 – 2:00 PM Friday, 14 February 2025 – 7:30 PM Saturday, 15 February 2025 – 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM Sunday, 16 February 2025 – 2:00 PM Location and Address: Buderim War Memorial Hall, Cnr King and Church Streets, Buderim, QLD 4556 Ticket Costs: Single Ticket: $32.00 Concession (Pensioners & Special Exception Card Holders): $30.00 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets Duration : Approximately 2.5 hours, including intermission Previous Next

< Back COMEDIC THEATRE: Alexa Turn on the Lights - Cluster Arts, Redland Performing Arts Centre 7 Feb 2025 Season: February 7th, 2025 Title: Alexa – Turn On The Lights Presented By: Cluster Arts, Redland Performing Arts Centre Part of: Stage Door Sessions Genre: Interactive Theatre/Comedy Synopsis: Step into the world of Alexa – Turn On The Lights , a unique performance where human creativity and AI collide. Part TED talk, part couples therapy, this show features a begrudging duet between performer Jacob Watton and an Amazon Alexa smart home device. With wit, empathy, and raw emotion, Watton explores our dependence on technology to bridge human connections. This interactive show features bespoke programming, allowing Alexa to actively respond and shape each performance in real time—meaning no two performances are alike. With improvisational comedy, this intimate performance will leave you questioning how far technology can go in understanding what it means to be human. It’s a joyous night that will connect you in unexpected ways. Creators: Jacob Watton & Ben Watton Performer(s): Jacob Watton (& an Amazon Alexa!) Producer: Cluster Arts Performance Date: Date: Friday, 7 February 2025 Time: 7:30 PM Duration: 45 minutes (no interval) Location and Address: RPAC Concert Hall Stage, 2-16 Middle Street, Cleveland, QLD 4163 Ticket Costs: VIP: $30.00 A Res: $25.00 RAMP Member Prices: VIP: $24.00 A Res: $20.00 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets Warnings: Parental guidance is recommended to determine suitability for children. Recommended Age: 15+ Accessibility: Wheelchair Access Induction Loop Hearing Assistance Companion Card Accessible seating available online or via box office. For further assistance, please contact RPAC on 3829 8131. Previous Next

< Back MUSICAL THEATRE: The Boy From Oz - Beenleigh Theatre Group 7 Feb 2025 Season: February 7th - 22nd, 2025 Title: The Boy From Oz Presented By: Beenleigh Theatre Group Genre: Musical Biography Synopsis: The Boy From Oz is the iconic Australian musical biography and tribute to the legendary Peter Allen. Born in the outback town of Tenterfield in 1944, Peter Allen began his entertainment journey at age 5, impersonating Al Jolson. His rise to fame saw him become a pop star as a teenager, tour Asia, and meet Judy Garland, who introduced him to her daughter, Liza Minnelli. This meeting marked the start of an extraordinary journey that included winning an Oscar, selling out Radio City Music Hall, and becoming a beloved figure in Australia. With plenty of highs and lows—including his Broadway flop, the death of his partner, and his own battle with illness—Peter Allen’s life was one of complexity, talent, and resilience. The Boy From Oz captures his vibrant energy, leaping through time as his life unfolds in the context of one of his iconic concerts. Performance Dates: Friday, 7 February 2025 – Saturday, 22 February 2025 Performance Location and Address: Crete Street Theatre, Crete Street, Beenleigh QLD 4207 Ticket Costs: Adult: $35.00 Concession/Child: $30.00 Group Discounts: Available for 10+ tickets; contact the Box Office. Ticket Link: Book Tickets Here Warnings: Mild sexual references. Features strobes, lighting effects, and loud noises. Recommended Age: Suitable for most audiences, but parental guidance recommended. Duration: Approximately 150 minutes, including a 20-minute intermission. Creative Team: Directed by: Lachland Dodd Musical Direction by: Nate Stevenson Choreography by: Jennifer B Ashley Other Information: Companion card holders can contact the Box Office at info@beenleightheatregroup.com for bookings. Event may be subject to cancellation or postponement; refunds or ticket transfers will be offered. Production Website: Beenleigh Theatre Group Previous Next

< Back CABARET: A Naughty Little Cabaret - Toowoomba Choral Society 7 Feb 2025 Season: February 7th - 8th, 2025 Title: A Naughty Little Cabaret Presented By: Toowoomba Choral Society Genre: Musical Cabaret Synopsis: A Naughty Little Cabaret is a cheeky, high-energy celebration of musical theatre, brimming with sass, sparkle, and fun designed for grown-ups! This cabaret promises a night filled with fabulous performances, laughter, and a little bit of mischief. Performance Dates: Friday, 7 February 2025 Saturday, 8 February 2025 Performance Times: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Performance Location and Address: Toowoomba Choral Society - Hall, 216 Raff St, Toowoomba QLD 4350 Ticket Costs: Adult: $30.00 Concession: $25.00 Ticket Link: Book Tickets Here Warnings: This cabaret includes content intended for mature audiences. Recommended Age: 18+ Previous Next

< Back DRAMATIC THEATRE: The Crucible - Gold Coast Little Theatre 1 Feb 2025 Season: February 1st - 22nd, 2025 Title: The Crucible Presented By: Gold Coast Little Theatre Genre: Drama Synopsis: Arthur Miller’s classic play, The Crucible , is a gripping tale of mass hysteria set in Salem in 1692. Drawing a chilling parallel to the McCarthyism of the 1950s, this play examines the power of superstition, paranoia, and false accusations in a small, tightly-knit community. Featuring a stellar cast, this production offers a powerful exploration of morality, justice, and the human spirit. Performance Dates: 31 January – 22 February 2025 Performance Location and Address: Gold Coast Little Theatre, 21A Scarborough Street, Southport, 4215 Ticket Costs: Opening Night: Adult $39.00, Member $33.00 Other Performances: Adult: $37.00 Member: $30.00 Concession: $32.00 Students (16+): $26.00 Students (Under 16): $20.00 Groups (10+): $31.00 per ticket Groups (50+): $28.00 per ticket Ticket Link: Click here to book tickets Warnings: Themes of mass hysteria and persecution Recommended Age: 13+ Duration: Approx. 2 hours Director: Hunter Wall Cast: John Proctor: Dom Bradley Abigail Williams: Angelique Giuffre Elizabeth Proctor: Olivia French Mary Warren: Mia Waldron Reverend Parris: Ricky Moss Reverend Hale: Jolan Walker Judge Danforth: John Arthars Judge Hathorne: Carey Parsons Rebecca Nurse: Del Halpin Giles Corey: Craig Kocinski Francis Nurse: Jeffery Walker Ann Putnam/Sarah Good: Kate McNair Thomas Putnam: Michael Mills Tituba: Isabel Laver Ezekiel Cheever: Peter White Marshal Herrick: Hunter Wall Betty Parris: Cadence Smith Mercy Lewis: Georgia Harper Susanna Walcott: Harmony Kaidyn Ensemble: Ana Ribola-Jensen Production Website: Gold Coast Little Theatre Previous Next

< Back BURLESQUE: Sinner - LDC Productions 31 Jan 2025 Season: January 31st, 2025 Title: Sinner Presented By: LDC Productions Genre: Dance / Cabaret Synopsis: LDC Productions proudly presents Sinner , a sophisticated exploration of the seven deadly sins. This captivating journey blends contemporary dance and cabaret, offering a mesmerizing performance that explores each sin through distinct, immersive tales. Prepare to be transported into a world where temptation, desire, and vice unfold in bold, unforgettable ways. Performance Dates: Friday, 31 January 2025 Performance Time: 8:15pm Performance Location and Address: Theatre 2, HOTA (Home of the Arts), 135 Bundall Rd,Surfers Paradise, Queensland Ticket Costs: Adult (18+): $70 Pensioner: $65 Senior: $65 Ticket Link: Sinner Tickets - HOTA Warnings: Performance contains adult themes, drug references, sexual references, coarse language, nudity, and loud noises. Recommended Age: 18+ only Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes (including an interval) Previous Next

< Back MUSICAL THEATRE: Six - QPAC 2 Jan 2025 Season: January 2nd - February 9th, 2025 Title: SIX The Musical Presented By: QPAC Genre: Musical Synopsis: Six The Musical returns to Brisbane in 2025 following sell-out seasons across Australia. This high-energy 80-minute musical experience sees the six Tudor queens of England boldly rewrite history through catchy pop anthems. Get ready for a pop-filled, fierce, and unforgettable experience as the queens take you through their tumultuous lives. Performance Dates: 2 January – 9 February 2025 Performance Location and Address: Playhouse, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), Cultural Precinct, South Bank, Brisbane Ticket Costs: $90 - $199 Ticket Link: Book tickets for SIX at QPAC Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes (no interval) Warnings: Strobe effects, flashing lights, theatrical haze, loud music, and adult themes, including discussions of miscarriage and personal trauma. Recommended Age: Recommended for ages 10+. Sing-Along Performance: 5:00 PM, Sunday 2 February 2025. Audiences are invited to sing along with the queens at this special performance. Previous Next

< Back MUSICAL THEATRE: Grease - QPAC 3 Jan 2025 Season: January 3rd - February 1st, 2025 Title: GREASE The Musical Presented By: John Frost for Crossroads Live Australia Genre: Musical Synopsis: GREASE is back in an all-new, multi-million dollar production, bringing the iconic high school romance, unforgettable music, and pure fun to the stage. This electrifying production stars Patti Newton as Miss Lynch, Bobby Fox as Vince Fontaine, and Marcia Hines as the Teen Angel. With hit songs like “Summer Nights,” “Sandy,” “Hopelessly Devoted to You,” “You’re The One That I Want,” and “Greased Lightnin’,” GREASE is a joyous celebration that guarantees a fun night out, featuring Rydell High’s beloved characters like Danny, Sandy, Kenickie, and Rizzo. Experience the ultimate party musical in a slicker, sexier version that promises to make you relive the magic of this timeless classic. Performance Dates: 3 January – 1 February 2025 Performance Location and Address: Lyric Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), Cultural Precinct, South Bank, Brisbane Ticket Costs: From $69.90 Ticket Link: Book tickets for GREASE at QPAC Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes (including interval) Warnings: Strobe lighting, theatrical haze, moderate coarse language, simulated smoking of cigarettes, and several scenes of backside mooning. Recommended Age: Ages 7 and up. All persons aged 16 or under must be accompanied by an adult from the same ticket transaction. Accessibility: Wheelchair access and Companion Card seating are available. For additional assistance, you can contact QPAC's Call Centre at 136 246. Audio Described performance on Sun 19 Jan 2025, 1:00 PM Auslan Interpreted performance on Thu 30 Jan 2025, 7:00 PM Previous Next

< Back COMEDIC THEATRE: The Appleton Ladies' Potato Race - Mates Theatre Genesis 24 Jan 2025 Season: January 24th - February 1st, 2025 Title: The Appleton Ladies' Potato Race by Melanie Tait Presented By: Mates Theatre Genesis Genre: Comedy/Drama Synopsis: Appleton is a small, quintessential Australian country town where tradition meets change. Long-time resident Barb embraces new ideas, but her friend Bev clings to the old ways. When Penny returns to her childhood home, she discovers a glaring inequality at the Appleton Show's famous potato race: the winning man’s prize is $1,000, while the winning woman’s prize is a mere $200. Determined to level the playing field, Penny takes action, proving that sometimes, breaking the glass ceiling requires a potato sack and a lot of grit. Performance Dates: Friday 24 January 2025 – Saturday 1 February 2025 Performance Location and Address: Donald Simpson Community Centre, 172 Bloomfield Street, Cleveland QLD 4163 Ticket Costs: Adult: $25.00 Concession: $20.00 Student/Child: $15.00 Ticket Link: Purchase Tickets Here Other Information: All tickets are "General Admission" (no seats will be allocated). Previous Next

< Back MUSICAL THEATRE: A Little Night Music - Ipswich Musical Theatre Company 2 Feb 2025 Season: February 2nd - 15th, 2025 Title: A Little Night Music Presented By: Ipswich Musical Theatre Company Genre: Musical Theatre Synopsis: Set in 1900 Sweden, A Little Night Music unfolds with a blend of romance, humour, and intrigue as it explores the tangled web of affairs surrounding actress Desirée Armfeldt and the men who love her: lawyer Fredrik Egerman and the dashing Count Carl-Magnus Malcolm. Featuring the iconic song “Send in the Clowns” and a lush, romantic score, A Little Night Music is a tale of nostalgia, love, and the magic of music on a summer’s night. Performance Dates: Sunday, 2 February 2025 – Saturday, 15 February 2025 Performance Location and Address: The Old Courthouse, Cnr. East and Roderick Streets, Ipswich, QLD 4305 Ticket Costs: $45.00 Ticket Link: Click here to book tickets. Cast: Michael Lawrence — Fredrik Egerman Mikayla Barratt — Anne Egerman Fiona Kennedy — Desirée Armfeldt Bailey O’Mara — Henrik Egerman Elizabeth Masu — Petra Bethanie Walsh — Fredrika Armfeldt Regan Flor — Madame Armfeldt Kellie Wilson — Countess Charlotte Malcolm Michael Lewis — Count Carl-Magnus Malcolm David Hibbard — Mr. Lindquist Anita Parakh-Morgan — Mrs. Nordstrom Claire Arnold — Mrs. Anderssen Alex Andujar — Mr. Erlanson Krystie French — Mrs. Segstrom Massimo Masu — Frid Production Website: Visit Ipswich Musical Theatre Company’s website Recommended Age: All ages Previous Next

< Back MUSICAL THEATRE: Macbeth - The Barden Party, Backdock Arts 1 Feb 2025 Season: February 1st - 15th, 2025 Title: Macbeth - A Sassy, Sexy, Bluegrass Twist! Presented By: The Barden Party Genre: Theatre/Bluegrass Musical Synopsis: The Barden Party is back to spice up your summer with a thrilling and saucy rendition of Shakespeare's Macbeth . This dark tale of ambition and betrayal is reimagined with a sassy bluegrass twist, blending humour, music, and heart. Performed in the stunning outdoor setting of the BackDock courtyard, this unforgettable experience combines the timeless drama of the Bard with the lively energy of bluegrass. Enjoy this raucous, rocking, and ridiculously entertaining adaptation of Macbeth like you’ve never seen before! Performance Dates: 1st Feb - 15th Feb Performance Location and Address: BackDock Arts, 103 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, QLD, 4006 Ticket Costs: General Admission: $36.00 Concession: $26.00 Ticket Link: Click here to book tickets Warnings: Depictions of violence and mild adult themes Recommended Age: 12+ Duration: Approx. 2 hours About the Company: The Barden Party is an award-winning theatre troupe known for transforming Shakespeare into accessible, professional, and wildly entertaining performances. With accolades such as the 2024 Adelaide Fringe Best Theatre/Physical Theatre Week 1 for Romeo & Juliet and the 2022 Dunedin Fringe Excellence Award for A Midsummer Night’s Dream , their productions are filled with music, mischief, and magic. Previous Next

< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: Mary Poppins Jr. - Roar Academy, Redcliffe Musical Theatre 1 Feb 2025 Season: February 1st - 2nd, 2025 Title: Cameron Mackintosh and Disney's Mary Poppins JR. Presented By: RMT Youth & ROAR Academy Genre: Junior Musical Synopsis : Based on one of the most popular Disney movies of all time and the Broadway musical that played for over 2,500 performances, Mary Poppins JR. brings the story of the Banks family to life. The jack-of-all-trades, Bert, introduces us to England in 1910, where young Jane and Michael have sent many nannies packing—until Mary Poppins arrives. With a combination of magic and common sense, she teaches the Banks family to value each other again through unforgettable adventures and heartwarming lessons. Performance Dates and Times: Saturday, 1 February 2025 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Saturday, 1 February 2025 | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM Sunday, 2 February 2025 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Sunday, 2 February 2025 | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM Performance Location and Address: Redcliffe Entertainment Centre, 10 Downs Street, Redcliffe, QLD 4020 Ticket Costs: Adult: $35.00 Concession: $32.50 Child (2-12 years): $30.00 Family (2 Adults + 2 Children): $110.00 Group (10+): $32.50 per ticket Ticket Link: Book Tickets Here Recommended Age: Suitable for all ages. Duration: Approx. 90 minutes, no interval. Creative Team: Director: Madeleine Johns Music Director: Rhonda Davidson-Irwin Production Website: Redcliffe Entertainment Centre - Mary Poppins JR Previous Next