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< 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

< Back THEATRE: Freshblood Festival - Vena Cava Productions 9 Aug 2024 Season: August 9th - 18th, 2024 Title : Freshblood Festival Presented By: Vena Cava Productions Genre : Theatre, Readings, Improv Synopsis: The Freshblood Festival is an exciting event featuring a diverse lineup of theatre, readings, improv, and music. Hosted at BackDock Arts, the festival spans over two weekends in August, offering a variety of shows that range from comedy to drama, exploring themes of friendship, love, and personal growth. Performance Dates & Times: Weekend 1: 9, 10 & 11 August 2024 Weekend 2: 16, 17 & 18 August 2024 Performance Location and Address: BackDock Arts, Brisbane, QLD Tickets : To be announced. Keep an eye out for ticket releases. Featured Shows: Twentee - It’s Tee’s twentieth birthday, and she is soaking up every last drop of teenage turbulence. Known for not fussing over Instagram-worthy, planned-to-perfection birthday parties, Tee is forced to reconsider when her birthday might be the key to restoring her high school friendship group. With unresolved baggage, uninvited television crews, and hidden secrets, can old friends truly put their differences aside for the night of Tee’s life, or will they erupt into a chaotic clash? The Train Arriving On - "When we finally find ourselves, I hope it’s not the ending." Restricted by her rigid, jam-packed schedule, Laurie unknowingly cuts herself off from the excitement of young life until she meets fun-loving (but directionless) Percy. Ignoring her friend Harper's warnings, Laurie quickly spirals under the serendipitous influence of romance. Will the changes they make for each other be the very thing to destroy them? All The Things I Should've Said - This play tells the story of two ex-lovers reliving their relationship through the lens of missed connections and moments that never were. Drawing from absurdist influences, it seeks to answer the question, "What parts of ourselves die when we lose someone else?" 12 Letters of Literature - Join William Shakespeare in a comedy as he traverses the wacky and wild world of your favourite fandoms. Welcome to writer's heaven! In this hilarious tale, Shakespeare reads works from inspired authors and allows them to traverse the halls of writer's heaven. Expect saucy tales that will blow your whistle before the reaping starts. The Lab - Three girls meet in a nightclub bathroom and find out they have more in common than they thought. Renegade Types of Heartbreak - Everyone experiences heartbreak; we know this, and we've lived it. This is a love letter to the people who support us through our hardest, darkest times. Woman - Influenced by Euripides' Medea, this performance explores feminine rage using elements of ensemble theatre. Inspired by personal experiences, the performance speaks to the broader female experience, utilizing modern interpretations of the Greek chorus, contemporary movement, and slam poetry. Dying - Have you ever thought, "That's crazy! How could that even be real?" and then spiralled into an existential crisis? Well, calm down, it's not like you're dying or anything. There's A Bear Out There - An absurdist comedy about two people trapped in a secluded cabin because there's a bear outside. Can they outlast their descent into isolation and madness? Will the bear eat them? Is the bear real, or just a man in a costume? The director may have wanted to use a real bear but was told it's a health and safety violation. The play explores the danger and artistry of live theatre. Theatre For Dummies - What is rule breaking if the society that wrote the rules is dead? It means bugger all. Follow Jack and Mike, two scavengers that discover theatre and completely break all the rules in an attempt to reinvent communication and finally reveal the truth to the corrupted omniscient, Human Library. Thicker Than Water? - Thicker Than Water? will highlight that Improv does not belong within just comedy. Improvised theatre can be anything. Inspired by audience interaction, the performance will showcase how the relationships that we are supposed to be closest to evolve (and devolve) over time. See the talented Ella Humphreys and Ben Spalding in this dramatic, narrative long-form, that seeks to answer the question... if our blood is, Thicker than Water? Theatre Sports For Half Brained Thoughts - Vena Cava's very own Theatre Sports club showcases their improvisation talents in this incredibly fun showcase! Pinkie Promise - Claudia and Molly are at a crossroads for the rest of their lives. A graduation weekend, spent at a beach-house, is filled with vulnerable confessions, breakdowns and breakups. In the present day, an adult Claudia revisits not only her memories of this intimate weekend, but the poetic stories of strangers: learning more about herself and what it means to lose something. A Heart's Echo - Lyra and Killian shared a burning passionate love for years and were perfectly happy together. Some may have even called them soulmates. Until suddenly, Lyra broke Killian’s heart and abandoned him without telling him why. Six months later, the two unexpectedly meet at a wedding in which Lyra herself is the bride. As Killian demands an explanation for her sudden change of heart, it becomes obvious that Lyra is keeping a secret. Will she reveal what she is hiding from him? This heartfelt staged play reading questions the lengths we go to protect the people we love. Can there still be a happy ending? QUT Lit Salon - The playwrights are usurping the actors. Taking the leap onto stage with Lit Salons debut at Freshblood and come listen to an assortment of work for stage from the writers of QUT. Never Blue - After a traumatic incident in Alice's life causes her to face recurring nightmares, Alice's parents ship her off to the questionably effective Never Blue Wellness Retreat in an attempt to help her. But as Alice refuses to open up, despite the efforts of the other loveable guests and the retreat's resident psych, she is prescribed a drug to help her sleep. The effects are... interesting. Alice must learn that while her future may have changed and the love she experienced is gone, she is still here and capable of change and a new future. Previous Next

< Back CABARET: Broadway Murderers - Ghostlight Theatre Co. 9 Aug 2024 Season: August 9th, 2024 Title : Broadway Murderers - A Musical Cabaret Presented By: Ron Hurley Theatre Genre: Musical Cabaret Synopsis: Join us for a night celebrating Broadway's most infamous murderers. This musical cabaret showcases the most blood-thirsty songs from iconic musicals such as Heathers, Sweeney Todd, Phantom of the Opera, Little Shop of Horrors, and more. Accompanied by live musicians, this event promises a thrilling and chilling evening of musical theatre. Hosted by the devilishly charming Reagan Warner, this one-night-only special event will be an unforgettable experience. Performance Date & Time: Friday, 9 August 2024 | 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM Location: Ron Hurley Theatre, Seven Hills Hub, 28 Tallowwood St, Seven Hills QLD 4170 Ticket Cost: $35.00 Ticket Link: TryBooking - Broadway Murderers Cast: Rhea Basha Adam Goodall Benjamin Oxley Yasmin Elahi Reagan Warner Patrick Oxley Maegan Weir ...And more Previous Next

< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: All the World's a Stage - Brisbane Acting and Drama 9 Aug 2024 Season: August 9th - 10th, 2024 Title : All The World's a Stage Presented By: Brisbane Acting and Drama Genre : Comedy About : Join us for our annual live show with our acting students! "All The World's a Stage" is a comedy based on the stories and verse of arguably the greatest author of all time, William Shakespeare! Performed by the Junior and Intermediate students of Brisbane Acting and Drama. Performance Dates and Times: Friday, 9 August 2024: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Saturday, 10 August 2024: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Location: The Studio, 16/48 Bloomfield Street, Cleveland QLD Ticket Prices: Adult: $19.00 (Persons over 18 years) Concession: $16.00 (Persons with a valid concession card) Child: $14.00 (Persons 12 years of age and under) Youth: $16.00 (Persons between 13 and 17 years) Ticket Link: All The World's a Stage Tickets Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Psycho Beach Party - The X Collective, PIP Theatre 8 Aug 2024 Season: August 8th - 24th, 2024 Title : Psycho Beach Party Presented By: The X Collective Genre: Comedy, Drama, Thriller Synopsis: Psycho Beach Party mashes up '50s psychodramas, '60s surfer films, and '80s slasher horror flicks into a truly madcap comedy. Think Gidget meets Mommie Dearest! It's 1962, and teenage tomboy Chicklet Forrest desperately wants to be a part of the surfer crowd on Malibu Beach. The one thing getting in her way, however, is her unfortunate tendency towards multiple personalities. Her most dangerous alter ego — voracious vixen Ann Bowman — has nothing less than world domination on her mind! Join us for a night of surf, sun, and psycho fun! Performance Dates & Times: Thursday, 8 August 2024 - Saturday, 24 August 2024 Location: PIP Theatre, 20 Park Rd, Milton, QLD 4064 Ticket Costs: Adult: $41 Concession: $36 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets Here Cast: Chicklet Forrest: Aubrey Haive Starcat: Connor Scoble Yo Yo: Daniel Kirkby Berdine: Ella Humphrey Provoloney: Hayden Parsons Mrs Forrest: Izabella Wasilewska Kanaka: Justin Ryan Bettina Barnes: Lisa Hickey Marvel Ann: Rachel Jordan Creative Team: Director: Wayne McPhee Produced by: The X Collective as a Co-Production of PIP Theatre Previous Next

< Back MUSICAL: Tell Me on a Sunday - Suncoast Repertory Theatre 10 Aug 2024 Season: August 10th - 11th, 2024 Title : Tell Me on a Sunday Presented By: Suncoast Repertory Theatre Directed By: Simon Denver Genre: One-Woman Song Cycle Synopsis: Tell Me on a Sunday is a captivating one-act song cycle with lyrics by Don Black and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. This one-woman tour-de-force features the exceptional talent of Shelley Hansen, who delivers a dazzling performance full of power and heart-rending vulnerability. With the brilliant accompaniment of pianist Darren Hesketh and seamless support from back-up vocalists and stagehands, Emma’s story is brought to life in a colourful tapestry of music and drama. Performance Dates & Times: Saturday, 10 August 2024 | 7:30 PM Sunday, 11 August 2024 | 2:00 PM Location: Community Theatre, Maleny Showgrounds, QLD Ticket Information: Bookings are essential. Please contact Joy to secure your tickets. Phone: 0417 719 809 or 5494 2841 Previous Next

< Back MUSICAL: Legally Blonde The Musical - QLD Conservatorium 1 Aug 2024 Season: August 1st - 10th, 2024 Title : Legally Blonde The Musical Presented By: Queensland Conservatorium Genre : Musical Theatre Synopsis: Get ready for a fabulously fun and award-winning musical experience with Legally Blonde The Musical, based on the beloved movie. Follow the journey of Elle Woods as she challenges stereotypes and tackles scandal while pursuing her dreams. This action-packed musical is bursting with memorable songs and dynamic dances that make it an absolute blast! Elle Woods seems to have it all until her world is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner breaks up with her to attend Harvard Law. Determined to win him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into Harvard Law School. There, she faces challenges with her peers, professors, and her ex. With the help of new friends, Elle discovers her true potential and sets out to prove herself to the world. Performance Dates & Times: 01 August: 7:30pm 02 August: 7:30pm 03 August: 1:30pm 03 August: 7:30pm 07 August: 7:30pm 08 August: 7:30pm 09 August: 7:30pm 10 August: 1:30pm 10 August: 7:30pm Performance Location and Address: Conservatorium Theatre, Griffith University, Brisbane, QLD Ticket Costs: $55 - $60 Ticket Link: Queensland Conservatorium - Legally Blonde The Musical Tickets Duration: Approximately 120 minutes including an interval. Warnings: This production contains sexual references and mild coarse language. Previous Next

< Back THEATRE: Necklace - Isabel Stankiewicz, Anywhere Festival 2 Aug 2024 Season: August 2nd - 4th, 2024 Title: Necklace Presented By: Isabel Stankiewicz Genre: Theatre Synopsis: Necklace is an intimate, autobiographical and participatory performance exploring the experience of being treated and viewed as a burden on the medical system while bringing to light the joys, struggles, and triumphs from diagnosis to acceptance. At turns funny and gutting, this story reminds us to be adventurers, always searching for the treasure within ourselves and others. This show will surprise and delight you and widen critical conversations about our perceptions of disability. Join Isabel and her suitcase for an adventure and the Queensland premiere of this new theatre work. Performance Dates: Friday, 2nd August 2024 Saturday, 3rd August 2024 Sunday, 4th August 2024 Performance Location and Address: Marhaba Cafe, 64 Adelaide Street, Brisbane Ticket Costs: $35.00 Ticket Link: Get your tickets here! Recommended Age: PG Duration: 90 minutes Special Notes: The Saturday matinee includes a light afternoon tea and the cost of an optional workshop exploring disability and access. The Sunday matinee is relaxed, sensory-friendly with Auslan and audio description. Previous Next

< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: Stark Raven Mad - Catbird Theatre 4 Aug 2024 Season: August 4th, 2024 Title: Stark Raven Mad Presented By: Catbird Theatre Genre: Children & Youth Synopsis: "Stark Raven Mad" is a fast-paced, interactive poetry show featuring over 30 poems performed with a mix of puppets, costumes, movement, and music. This darkly humorous and delightfully absurd show brings to life gothic poetry from renowned authors like Edgar Allan Poe, Heinrich Hoffman, Hilaire Belloc, Emily Dickinson, Lewis Carroll, and more. Suitable for audiences aged 6 and up, the performance promises to surprise, amuse, and maybe even frighten its viewers. The show includes a Q&A session. Performance Dates: Sunday, 4th August 2024 Performance Location and Address: On The Boards Theatre Company, 1/433 Wondall Rd, Tingalpa QLD Ticket Costs: $25.00 Ticket Link: Stark Raven Mad Tickets Recommended Age: PG (suitable for people 6 and up or guardian discretion) Duration: 60 minutes Previous Next