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< Back THEATRE: What We Ought To Be - Empire Theatre 16 Jan 2025 Season: January 16th - 18th, 2025 Title: What We Ought to Be Presented By: The Empire Theatre's Homegrown Independent's Program Genre: Theatre / Neo-Gothic Synopsis: From the mind of an emerging local playwright comes a suite of deeply flawed characters, all reeling in the aftermath of an aristocrat’s death. Balancing elements of a classic whodunnit with gothic storytelling, What We Ought to Be is an original play guaranteed to surprise in the grimmest way possible. Exploring themes of desire, delusion, and a tiny bit of axe murder, this Toowoomba-based debut poses one haunting question: “What are you willing to do to get what you deserve?” Performance Dates: Thursday, 16 January 2025 Friday, 17 January 2025 Saturday, 18 January 2025 Performance Times: Thursday, 16 January – 7:30 pm Friday, 17 January – 7:30 pm Saturday, 18 January – 2:00 pm & 7:30 pm Performance Location and Address: Studio, The Empire Theatre, 56 Neil St, Toowoomba QLD Ticket Costs: Adult: $31.40 Full-Time Student: $26.90 Ticket Link: Book Now Duration: 70 minutes with no interval Creative Team: Supported by the Toowoomba Regional Council, Regional Arts Fund, and The Empire Theatre’s Homegrown Program Previous Next

< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: Scrooge's Christmas Carol - Noosa Arts Theatre 3 Jan 2025 Season: January 3rd - 19th, 2025 Title: Scrooge's Christmas Carol Presented By: Noosa Arts Theatre Genre: Family Show with Music Synopsis: True to Charles Dickens' beloved story, Scrooge's Christmas Carol tells the transformative tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly man who is visited by three spirits on Christmas Eve. The Ghost of Christmas Past, the Ghost of Christmas Present, and the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come reveal his mistakes, the joy he’s missing, and the grim future that awaits if he doesn’t change. Moved by these revelations, Scrooge becomes a kinder, more generous person, embracing the Christmas spirit and improving his life and the lives of those around him. Written by Sue Sewell and directed by Harvey Wolfe, this heartwarming adaptation, set in Dickensian times, is a musical family show perfect for all ages. Performance Dates: Preview: Thursday 3 January 2025 at 7:30 PM – All tickets $15 Evenings: Thursday 10 and Thursday 17 January 2025 at 7:30 PM Matinees: Friday 4, Saturday 5, Friday 11, Saturday 12, Friday 18, and Saturday 19 January 2025 at 2:00 PM Performance Location and Address: Noosa Arts Theatre, 163 Weyba Road,Noosaville, QLD 4566 Ticket Costs: Adults: $25 Concessions: $20 Member/Group: $20 U18: $15 Ticket Link: Buy tickets for Scrooge's Christmas Carol Recommended Age: Family-friendly, suitable for all ages Duration: Approximately 2 hours Production Website: Noosa Arts Theatre Website Previous Next

< Back CABARET: Blanc de Blanc Encore - Strut and Fret, West End Electric 14 Nov 2024 Season: November 14th, 2024 - February 16th, 2025 Title: Blanc de Blanc Encore Presented By: Strut & Fret Genre: Cabaret Synopsis: Prepare to immerse yourself in the hedonistic, glamorous, and extravagant world of "Blanc de Blanc Encore." This intoxicating, Gatsby-esque show combines vintage French flair with risqué humour, spectacular aerial acts, comedy, and dazzling dance numbers. With an acclaimed international cast, the five-star extravaganza promises to astonish and delight, showcasing all the champagne-soaked debauchery fans loved from the original "Blanc de Blanc," enhanced with new surprises. Performance Dates: 14th November 2024 - 16th February 2025 Performance Location and Address: The West End Electric, 125 Boundary St, West End, QLD 4101 Ticket Costs: Preview General Admission: $75.00 Ringside VIP: $156.00 Platform VIP: $145.00 Premium: $125.00 General Admission: $100.00 Ticket Link: Purchase Tickets Here Duration: 115 minutes, including an interval. Warnings: This performance contains strobe lighting, theatrical haze, one tonne of ethically sourced white feathers, adult themes, coarse language, nudity, and references to alcohol consumption. If you suffer from asthma or allergies, please take your medications and precautions. Recommended Age: Strictly 18+ Dress Code: Smart-casual; audiences are encouraged to glam it up with a touch of sparkle if the mood takes you! Previous Next

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< Back THEATRE: A Christmas Carol - Shake & Stir Theatre Co., QPAC 12 Dec 2024 Season: December 12th - 24th, 2024 Title: A Christmas Carol Presented By: QPAC and Shake & Stir Theatre Co. Genre: Family / Kids Synopsis: Charles Dickens’ beloved holiday tale, A Christmas Carol , comes to life in this award-winning stage spectacle, adapted and created by the acclaimed Shake & Stir Theatre Co. Join Ebenezer Scrooge on a transformative journey through Christmases past, present, and future, as he is confronted with choices that could change his life forever. This grand production features live music, carolling, innovative video design, lavish costumes, and festive snow, creating an enchanting experience for the entire family. Performance Dates: Thursday, 12 December 2024 – Tuesday, 24 December 2024 Performance Location and Address: Playhouse, QPAC, Cnr Grey and Melbourne Streets, South Brisbane, QLD Ticket Costs: $65-75 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets Here Warnings: This production contains supernatural themes, haze, smoke, strobe effects, and loud music. Recommended Age: Recommended for ages 10 years and older. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (no interval, subject to change) Cast: Ross Balbuziente Eugene Gilfedder Nelle Lee Mia Milnes Bryan Probets Tabea Sitte Nick Skubij Lucas Stibbard Creative Team: Adaptor: Nelle Lee Director: Michael Futcher Designer: Josh McIntosh Composer: Salliana Campbell Lighting Designer: Jason Glenwright Video Designer: Craig Wilkinson Sound Designer: Guy Webster Creative Producer: Ross Balbuziente Accessibility: Dedicated seating options are available for wheelchair users and Companion Card holders. Auslan Interpreted: Friday, 20 December 2024, 2:00 PM Previous Next

< Back CHRISTMAS SHOW: Mousetrap Family Christmas Show - Mousetrap Theatre 29 Nov 2024 Season: November 29th - December 8th, 2024 Title: Mousetrap Family Christmas Show Presented By: Mousetrap Theatre Genre: Family Christmas Show Synopsis: Mousetrap Theatre invites you to end the year on a festive note with a Christmas show filled with songs, dancing, trivia, and holiday fun for the whole family. Guests are encouraged to come dressed in their best festive outfits and to bring their own drinks and nibbles to enjoy during the show. Performance Dates: Friday, 29 November 2024 – Sunday, 8 December 2024 Performance Times: Fridays and Saturdays: 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Sundays: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM Performance Location and Address: John Naumann Hall (Table Seating), 474 Deception Bay Road, Deception Bay QLD 4508 Ticket Costs: Adult: $25.00 Concession: $20.00 Child (14 and under): $15.00 Member: $15.00 Family (2 Adults + 2 Children): $65.00 Ticket Link: Book Tickets Recommended Age: All ages welcome Other Information: Bookings can also be made via phone by calling 0439 954 719 if not using PayPal or Credit Card. This show will feature table seating Previous Next

< Back VARIETY SHOW: Christmas Actually - The Little Red Company, HOTA 20 Dec 2024 Season: December 20th, 2024 Title: Christmas Actually Presented By: HOTA and The Little Red Company Genre: Musical, Cabaret, Christmas Synopsis: The festive smash Christmas Actually returns for another year, bringing all the magic and hilarity of the holiday season to the stage. This star-studded show is led by Australian cabaret icon Libby O’Donovan OAM and features an all-star cast, including Andy Cook, Alisha Todd, and Tim Carroll, as they perform the best musical moments from the beloved holiday classic Love Actually . Relive the iconic songs by Mariah Carey, Norah Jones, Joni Mitchell, Kelly Clarkson, and more, all brought to life by Australia’s top musicians and vocalists. With comedy, charm, and festive cheer, the show is packed with holiday hits, a rockstar band, and plenty of surprises—including nativity lobsters and cinnamon sticks. A perfect way to kick off the silly season! Performance Dates and Times: Friday 20 December 2024, 7:30 pm Performance Location: Theatre 1, HOTA (Home of the Arts) Ticket Costs: Adult: $69 Seniors/Pensioners: $52 HOTA Member: $58.50 Student: $50 Ticket Link: Christmas Actually Tickets Warnings: Contains coarse language, adult content, loud music, haze, and confetti. Recommended Age: Ages 15+ Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Previous Next

< Back CHRISTMAS SHOW: Santa & The 7 Christmas Fairies - BPAC 20 Dec 2024 Season: December 20th - 22nd, 2024 Title: Santa & The 7 Christmas Fairies Presented By: BPAC Genre: Family Christmas Show Synopsis: Celebrate the festive season with Santa & The 7 Christmas Fairies , a magical and heartwarming show for the whole family. Join Santa and his fairy friends on an enchanting adventure filled with fun, laughter, and Christmas spirit. Perfect for kids and kids at heart, this performance will brighten your holiday season! Performance Dates and Locations: 20 December 2024: Brisbane State High School Performing Arts Centre, Cnr Merivale St & Ernest St, South Brisbane, QLD 21 December 2024: Bribie Island Recreation Hall, 156 First Avenue, Bongaree, QLD 4507 22 December 2024: Lind Lane Theatre, 16 Mitchell Street, Nambour, QLD 4560 Ticket Costs: Adult: $35 Concession/Student: $30 Child (4-17 years): $25 Adult + Show Bag: $45 Concession/Student + Show Bag: $40 Child (4-17 years) + Show Bag: $35 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets Contact Information: For enquiries, email: bpacchairman@gmail.com Previous Next