Brisbane Events Listings

An Unforgettable Evening - Natalie Cole

International Pop, R&B and Jazz legend Natalie Cole, is coming to Brisbane for An Unforgettable Evening with Natalie Cole. Throughout her highly successful career, the sultry and sophisticated songstress has received accolades in abundance - nine Grammy Awards, Songwriters Hall of Fame Hit maker, George and Ira Gershwin Lifetime Musical Achievement Award, three American Music Awards across the Adult Contemporary, Soul and Rhythm and Blues genres and three NAACP Image Awards - 2000 Outstanding Actress in a Television, Mini-Series or Dramatic Special (Livin' For Love: The Natalie Cole Story) and Best Jazz Artist in 2002 and 2009. If You've Got Love on Your Mind....don't miss An Unforgettable Evening with Natalie Cole at The Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre.

Annie

The timeless tale of Little Orphan Annie is back, giving a whole new generation the chance to experience this classic musical about never giving up hope. Boasting one of Broadways most memorable scores, including Its the Hard Knock Life, Easy Street, N.Y.C. and the ever-optimistic Tomorrow, Annie is one of the most awarded and loved musicals of all time. It became a smash hit movie musical starring Aileen Quinn, Albert Finney and Carol Burnett, that is adored worldwide and a fixture of popular culture references. Its songs, including Tomorrow and It's the Hard Knock Life have become staples of musical theatre repertoires worldwide and now, 34 years on, it remains one of the most loved and universally appealing musicals of all time.

Anywhere Theatre Festival

The Anywhere Theatre Festival is a brand spanking new Brisbane festival you'll find anywhere but traditional theatre. Parks, garages, houses, public toilets, vacant blocks and Skype and Twitter. Anywhere but a traditional theatre. Circus, drama, comedy, music, opera, ballet, dance. Our mission is to brazenly strip away the elitism of 'going to the theatre' to reconnect audiences and community with theatre, with story telling and with performance ... anywhere." In 2011 there were 152 performances of over 40 productions over 10 days. 2012 will be bigger and better.

Aussie Nash Hash

The Aussie Nash Hash Brisbane 2013 will be held in the Brisbane city area. May is just ideal for exercising and socialising with old and new friends as it is not too hot and sticky, nor cold and wet. They will have some fantastic pre and post lubes including an over 100 run held on Wednesday and a busso lunch on Friday. Stay tuned for more information on winery tours to the Stanthorpe region. And no Nash Hash would be complete without the charity fundraising "Red Dress" run to be held on Thursday. “On On” to Brisbane for Aussie Nash Hash.

Australia Day Lunch - Brisbane

Australia Day in Brisbane is shaping up to be a massive celebration with best-selling author and former Wallaby Peter FitzSimons and a surprise singing sensation joining the festivities in Brisbane. To kick off the celebrations, the Australia Day Lunch, proudly sponsored by Australia Post, will be held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, hosted by Channel Ten's Bill McDonald. As Queensland's first major corporate event of the year, the lunch brings together hundreds of business and community leaders to celebrate our Australian way of life. Don't miss out on the opportunity to share in the spirit of Australia Day at this great annual event.

Australian Chamber Orchestra - Beethoven 9, Ode to Joy

An expanded Australian Chamber Orchestra teams up with one of the finest British choirs and an exceptional line-up of soloists in Beethoven's epic Symphony No.9, Ode to Joy. Richard Tognetti is the Artistic Director and Lead Violin, alongside the Choir of Clare College, Cambridge (Graham Ross Director), Lucy Crowe for Soprano, Fiona Campbell for Mezzo Soprano, Allan Clayton for Tenor, and Matthew Brook for Bass.

Australian Chamber Orchestra - Chopin and Mendelssohs Octet

The Australian Chamber Orchestra presents Chopin and Mendelssohn's Octet. Russian pianist Polina Leschenko stars alongside violinist and Artistic Director, Richard Tognetti and the Australian Chamber Orchestra in sparkling concertos by Chopin and Górecki. The Australian Chamber Orchestra play the much-loved Mendelssohn Octet and demonstrate their legendary Stradivarius, Guarneri and Guadagnini violins. The performance includes, Paganini (arr. Tognetti) Caprice on Caprices; Morricone Exercises I: Adagio; Chopin (arr. Tognetti) Piano Concerto Number 1; Gorecki Piano Concerto; and Mendelssohn Octet.

Australian Chamber Orchestra - Danielle de Niese

Internationally acclaimed soprano Danielle de Niese makes her Australian professional debut with the Australian Chamber Orchestra performing Mozart's Exsultate Jubilate, Schubert's Death and the Maiden and more. With Richard Tognetti as Artistic Director and Lead Violin, and Danielle de Niese as Soprano - do not miss this one off event.

Australian Chamber Orchestra - Russian Visions

Steven Osborne is guest pianist with the Australian Chamber Orchestra in an entirely Russian program featuring Prokofiev, Shostakovich and Tchaikovsky's Souvenir de Florence. The program consists of Prokofiev (arranged by Barshai and Tognetti) - Visions fugitives, Piano Concerto No. 1 and Octet by Shostakovich and Souvenir de Florence by Tchaikovsky. The Artistic Director and Lead Violin is Richard Tognetti. Steven Osborne will feature on the piano, while David Elton will be playing the trumpet.

Australian Chamber Orchestra - The Hilliard Ensemble

The Australian Chamber Orchestra collaborates with the Hilliard Ensemble, delving into medieval, renaissance and contemporary vocal music, as well as luscious string orchestra music. The Hilliard Ensemble is famous for mesmerising performances and chart-topping recordings of early and contemporary vocal music. Gregorian chant and French medieval hymn hypnotically intertwine with Edwards' orchestral setting of Veni Creator Spiritus (Come Holy Spirit). A cappella prayers from 15th century England and Arvo Pärt join Raskatov's Russian Orthodox chant setting, written for The Hilliard Ensemble and string orchestra. This concert also celebrates the luscious Australian Chamber Orchestra string sound with two opulent works by Elgar and Arensky after Tchaikovsky.

Australian Chamber Orchestra - Trout Quintet and Quartet for the End of Time

Small in scale but exceptionally musically and emotionally ambitious is the Australian Chamber Orchestra's concert combining Schubert's Trout Quintet and Messiaen's Quartet for the End of Time, with brilliant young Palestinian-Israeli pianist Saleem Abboud Ashkar and clarinettist Paul Dean. With Helena Rathbone on Violin, Christopher Moore on Viola, Timo-Veikko Valve on Cello, Maxime Bibeau on Double Bass, Paul Dean on Clarinet, and Saleem Abboud Ashkar on Piano.

Brisbane Fitness and Health Expo

The Brisbane Fitness and Health Expo is a one-stop-shop for anyone looking to improve their health, fitness and general well-being. A range of innovative health and fitness solutions will be on display, along with products and information from leading brands in the industry. The Expo will cater to the thousands of people who are looking for health and fitness solutions that complement their busy lives. Whether you're looking to hit the gym, kick a ball, lose weight, pump iron, improve your diet, find the latest in health and fitness information, or just have a great day out - the Brisbane Fitness and Health Expo has something for you!

Brisbane Irish Festival

Clear a space in your diary...the dates have been set for Brisbane’s inaugural Irish Festival, a Gaelic extravaganza. Tipped to be a week to remember, the Brisbane Irish Festival is a must for anyone with even an ounce of Irish Blood. Celebrating Irish culture and heritage, the festival will see a jam packed programme of events taking place across the city. From traditional to contemporary, the festival offers something for all ages. Highlights from the Brisbane Irish Festival will include the St Patrick's Day Parade and Fair. The Fair will take place at King George Square. Gaelic sports festival, an Irish Trivia Night, an Irish Film Night, a food fair, a TradFest, the Saint Patrick’s Eve Dinner and stacks of ceol agus craic with music and dancing in venues across Brisbane.

Flash Women

Discover an eclectic, vibrant and stylish collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women's favourite fashion pieces in this special exhibition. Flash Women celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander style, profiling a diverse range of women, from respected elders such as Aunty Ruth Hegarty, to talented young designer Grace Lee and entrepreneur Juliette Knox. Through their stories, common themes emerge: a demonstration of cultural pride, and strong and deliberate links to country and culture through fashion and clothing choices.

King George Square Games Night

What better way to meet new people than over a friendly and fun game of Scrabble, chess or Connect Four ? On the last Thursday of each month King George Square becomes the place to learn some new games and bond over your old favourites. Bring your own board game, or join in with someone else. For those who want an audience, large-scale versions of classic games will be on offer. Presented by Brisbane City Council in association with Sinuosity.

Live Music - Brisbane Wine Bar Weekly

At Live Music - Brisbane Wine Bar Weekly, come and see international recording artist, singer, and songwriter, Jodie-Joy perform her one woman show. She will be performing popular radio songs, jazz and some of her original hits! The Voice - Live and Intimate is a Jodie-Joy free event which will be held every week. Call the venue for further details.

Look! The Art of Australian Picture Books Today

Children and adults alike will be delighted and inspired by Look! the art of Australian picture books today. It is a free exhibition celebrating the breathtaking artistry behind some of the nation's most treasured picture books. Look! features original artworks, sketches and drawings by more than 40 of Australia's most talented illustrators, including Shaun Tan, Graeme Base, Bob Graham, Lucia Masciullo, Stella Danalis, Gregory Rogers, Leigh Hobbs and Terry Denton. The exquisite images tell many stories, sharing glimpses into the beautiful, hilarious, adventurous and sometimes scary worlds of childhood. They help children to understand their world and give imaginations fuel to dream. Titles featured include favourites such as Are We There Yet?, The Arrival and Old Tom's Holiday. The exhibition is complemented by a program of activities for both children and adults. Enjoy craft, music, tours, talks, workshops and more! Look! is a State Library of Victoria touring exhibition.

Mary Poppins the Musical

Disney and Cameron Mackintosh invite you to let your imagination take flight as you step into the magical world of Mary Poppins. Brilliantly adapted from the beloved books by Queensland’s own P.L.Travers and the classic 1964 Walt Disney film, Mary Poppins arrives December 2011 at the Lyric Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre for a strictly limited season. This spectacular production includes all of the best loved songs from the film including Chim Chim Cher-ee, A Spoonful of Sugar, Jolly Holiday, Step In Time, Feed the Birds and SupercalifragilistIicexpialidocious and new classics like Practically Perfect and Anything Can Happen. Mary Poppins has captured the hearts of millions since premiering on the West End and Broadway, and now Australians can experience the unforgettable songs, stunning choreography and unsurpassed stagecraft of this extraordinary theatrical event. Tickets are selling fast - no extension possible!

Matisse: Drawing Life

One of the most significant exhibitions of work on paper by Henri Matisse will show exclusively at Brisbane's Gallery of Modern Art this summer. An exhibition of more than 300 drawings, prints, paper cut-outs and artist books by one of the 20th century's greatest artists; this is an event not to be missed.

Megawatt

How do we make electricity? How does an electric guitar work? Do animals use electricity? With 40 interactive exhibits and information modules, the Megawatt exhibition explores the role of electricity in our everyday lives and highlights the importance of safety when dealing with electricity. Explore how electricity is everywhere and how it entertains us and takes us places. Renewable and sustainable energy alternatives are featured as well as the generation and transmission of electricity. Things to see and do: generate electricity and discover electric circuits, motors and electromagnets; send a message using Morse Code; touch the spark with a Plasma Ball; become a human battery; create your own science fiction soundtrack and explore electric guitars and speakers; find out how solar electricity works; and push, pull, press and play safely with electricity Megawatt Exhibition - produced by Scienceworks, Museum Victoria.

Morning Of The Earth - Live In Concert

40 years ago one film defined a music, a lifestyle... a generation. Released in 1972, featuring stunning surfing sequences from Bali, Angourie, Kirra, Oahu, Maui and elsewhere, Morning of the Earth has been universally acclaimed as perhaps the greatest surfing film ever made. But it is much more than that. It is the surf movie that has, and will always, have the biggest impact on surfing in Australia. The soundtrack from Morning of the Earth was the first Australian soundtrack album to go gold. Morning of the Earth live in concert will bring together a veritable who's who of Australia's musicians to breathe new life into this classic soundtrack. Featuring original performers Brian Cadd and Tim Gaze (Taman Shud) and special guests Mike Rudd, Lior, and Gyan.

Ronan Keating

Ronan Keating has enjoyed consistent success in Australia with releases such as the 2010 double-platinum album 'Duet', 2009's platinum 'Songs For My Mother', which spent four consecutive weeks in the number one spot on the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA) charts, and the festive 'Stay'. While Australian album sales near 1.5 million, worldwide sales have surpassed an incredible 22 million. Sharon Corr will be special guest on all shows. Hugely successful as a member of The Corrs, Sharon is now finding success as a solo artist, with the release of her debut album 'Dream Of You' (Warner Music). Over the course of their 15 year career, The Corrs sold more than 40 million albums worldwide, featuring massive singles such as 'Runaway', 'Radio', 'Forgiven Not Forgotten', 'So Young' and 'Breathless'. Don't miss a special evening with Ronan Keating, and special guest Sharon Corr, live in concert.

The Ukulele Orchestra Of Great Britain

After 25 years of gigs in venues all over the world, from the Village Hall to the Royal Albert Hall, The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain comes to the Queensland Performing Arts Centre Concert Hall for the very first time. Bringing only their 'bonsai guitars', and the belief that all musical genres are available for reinterpretation (as long they are played on the uke!), the Ukelele Orchestra does away with drums, piano, backing tracks, pitch shifters and electronic trickery. With a virtuosic collision of raw post-punk performance and toe-tapping oldies - from Tchaikovsky to Nirvana via Otis Redding and Spaghetti Western soundtracks - the Orchestra is routinely met with standing ovations. Modern exercise in minimal art? Or a rabble-rousing music hall/stadium rock experience? Either way, you'll never think about music in the same way.

William Robinson: A Portrait Of The Artist

William Robinson's self-portraits have played a significant part in his artistic production since submitting his first Archibald Prize entry, William with Josephine in 1984. In 1987, Robinson rose to national prominence when he won the coveted portrait prize amongst much controversy with Equestrian Self Portrait. He subsequently won a second time with Self Portrait with Stunned Mullet in 1995 - placing him in the exclusive company of Brett Whiteley as being the only dual winners of the prestigious prize to win with self-portraits. A portrait of the artist is the first comprehensive exhibition of William Robinson's self-portraiture from the winning Archibald entries, farmyard paintings and French lithographs produced at Atelier Bordas, Paris. This is a perfect chance for you to acquaint yourself with more of his works

Young Designers Market - South Bank

The Young Designers Market at South Bank features cutting edge designs across a range of exciting fashion, jewellery, home design, prints and much more from up to 80 talented new designers. Shopping at the Young Designers Market gives you the opportunity to buy quality new styles from designers who are on their way to international stardom. Since its launch in 2007, the Young Designers Market has been a forum to showcase the diversity of Australia’s untapped design talent and has helped launch the careers of promising local designers. It gives aspiring designers the opportunity to showcase their work in an up-market setting, among other high calibre up and coming artists and designers. In order to be eligible for the Young Designers Market all products offered for sale must be designed by the applicant. The Market is located on Little Stanley Street at South Bank - perfect for those who love to dine, shop and enjoy the stunning surroundings.