Redland Performing Arts Centre

23/12/2024

📸 REDLANDS WHITE CHRISTMAS – SOCIALS AND SHOW 🎄✨
The Redland City Choir proudly presented their 10th Redlands White Christmas concert at RPAC on Saturday, 14 December. 🎶
They were joined by Jacob Cavanough and his South of the River Community Band, along with a host of talented guest performers. 🎤🎻
Take a look at some of the lucky audience members from the 7:30 pm performance and enjoy some fantastic snapshots from the show! 📸✨

We hope this enchanting program brought everyone into the Christmas spirit. 🎅

23/12/2024

📸 JD SMITH CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION SOCIALS🎄✨
Direct from The Ten Tenors, JD Smith brought Christmas cheer to the RPAC stage with guest artist Shandelle Cooke and his incredible four-piece band. 🎤🎸
We hope everyone enjoyed this festive treat! 🎅
Check out the socials below to see some of the smiling faces who attended the JD Smith Singer/Songwriter concert.

20/12/2024

🎄✨ Join us for the final days of our Christmas celebrations—don’t miss the festive fun! ✨🎄

🎇 FREE Christmas Light & Bubble Show
📅 20 & 21 Dec | ⏰ 6:30–7:15pm

🌱 The Hoarder-culturalist
📅 20 & 21 Dec

🎺 Brisbane Excelsior’s Big Brassy Christmas
📅 21 Dec | ⏰ 2pm

Bring your family and friends to celebrate the season with music, magic, and merriment! 🌟

📍 Redland Performing Arts Centre
🎟️ Visit our website for more details: https://www.rpac.com.au/what-s-on/

20/12/2024

If you can't decide which show, give the gift of drama, laughter, and magic this Christmas!

Unwrap the joy of live theatre by gifting your loved ones a RPAC gift voucher.

Click here to order and a digital gift voucher will be sent to your inbox: https://www.rpac.com.au/visit/ticketing-information/rpac-gift-vouchers/

With tickets starting at just $20, it makes the perfect gift or stocking filler!

20/12/2024

WE'RE MOVING... BOX OFFICE TEMPORARY RELOCATION

From Monday, 23 December, the RPAC Box Office will be temporarily relocated to the Redland City Council Customer Service Centre in Cleveland while our forecourt is redeveloped to improve access and facilities at RPAC.

New Box Office Location: Redland City Council, Customer Service Centre, Bloomfield Street, Cleveland.

Operating Hours: Mon to Fri, 9am - 4pm

For performances, a mobile Box Office will be available at RPAC one hour before each event to welcome guests as they arrive. For more information: www.rpac.com.au/about-us/creating-a-better-rpac/

19/12/2024

🎭 Tickets On Sale Now!

This school holiday, join techno-troublemakers Counterpilot for an interactive theatrical haunting! 👻✨

Think Goosebumps thrills meets Minecraft creativity with an existential twist. Enter a giant pillow fort through a secret tunnel, create your own ghosts, and illuminate fears with magical projections.

“If you love Wednesday Addams, or A Series of Unfortunate Events, you might just have the kind of twisted instincts that we do. In which case, we don’t just want to make a show for you. We want you to be part of that show...” — COUNTERPILOT

Please visit the RPAC website for FAQ about the show i.e. Is this a haunted house? What is the space like? Are there jump scares? Are parents & guardians involved? Is this suitable for my older/younger child?

📅 Thu 23 – Sat 25 Jan
⏰ 9.30am &11.30am
📍 RPAC, Cleveland⁠
🎟️ Tickets from $21

👉BOOK NOW: www.rpac.com.au/what-s-on/all-events/scaredy-house/

🌟 Let your imagination run wild in Scaredy House—no two shows are ever the same! 🎟️

19/12/2024

🎭✨ Tickets are NOW ON SALE for DIVA! 🎶🌟

Experience the power, emotion, and beauty of the female voice with the extraordinary Queenie van de Zandt! 🎤🎵 From Barbra Streisand to Aretha Franklin, Queenie reinterprets timeless melodies in an unforgettable celebration of iconic songstresses. 💃💖
🎟️ Limited seats available! Be part of our exclusive Stage Door Sessions, where you’ll enjoy an intimate performance on the Concert Hall stage and a behind-the-scenes glimpse of RPAC.

Don't miss out—secure your tickets now! 🎫✨

📅 Sat 8 Feb, 7.30pm⁠
📍 RPAC, Cleveland⁠
🎟️ Tickets from $20
👉BOOK NOW:

Experience the magic of DIVA – a breathtaking celebration of the power, emotion, and beauty of the female voice!

18/12/2024

📸 BUBBLE SHOW SOCIALS 🎄🫧

We had a soap-tastic time last week when Dr. Bubble and his mischievous elf, Milkshake, transported us to the bubble department of the North Pole!

Check out the socials below of some of the lucky people who managed to secure tickets to this sold-out show.

We hope everyone had an amazing time!

Did you catch the magical moment when your child was in their very own bubble at the end of the show? We'd love to see your photos! Share them on social media and tag to spread the joy!

17/12/2024

RPAC BOX OFFICE CLOSED FOR MANDATORY TRAINING

The RPAC Box Office is closed on Wednesday 18 December for mandatory training.

During this time, tickets for upcoming shows can be purchased online via www.rpac.com.au

The Box Office will re-open at 9am on Wednesday 20 December.

We apologise for any inconvenience this closure may cause.

17/12/2024

🚀 ‘Drizzle Boy ’at RPAC: A Mesmerising Performance! 🌟

Queensland Theatre’s ‘Drizzle Boy’ made an unforgettable appearance at Redland Performing Arts Centre in November!

This heartwarming and witty coming-of-age story, which follows Drizzle Boy—a young autistic man navigating university, love, and independence—touched the hearts of all who experienced it. Through Drizzle Boy’s eyes, audiences were invited to see the world in a new way, filled with hope, humour, and endless imagination.

“Such an incredible show and storyline, I was mesmerised. PLUS, the light and sound effects were fantastic!”

Check out the behind-the-scenes shots and social photos from this incredible production. The photos are a reminder of how special this show was for both the cast, crew and the audience.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this inspiring and uplifting event! 🌟

17/12/2024

🎺✨ JOYFUL BRASS FOR CHRISTMAS ✨🎄

This Saturday, escape the summer heat and the shopping chaos for an afternoon of festive cheer with the Brisbane Excelsior Band! Taking the RPAC stage, they’ll deliver a heartwarming performance led by the legendary David Bremner, Principal Trombone of the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra.

🎶 Delight in timeless holiday classics like Silent Night, Jingle Bells, Sleigh Ride, and the jazzy brilliance of Duke Ellington’s Nutcracker Suite.

Australia’s top brass band will bring the magic of Christmas to life under David’s expert direction.

🎟 Tickets are still available, so don’t miss out! Gather the family, soak in the joy of the season, and enjoy a relaxing, musical break from the holiday hustle.

📅 This Sat, 21 Dec at 2pm
📍 RPAC Concert Hall
🎫 BOOK NOW: https://www.rpac.com.au/what-s-on/all-events/brisbane-excelsior-big-brassy-christmas/

Let’s make this Christmas one to remember—grab your tickets today! 🎄✨

Tickets will also be available on the door, from one hour prior to the concert.

14/12/2024

🎄 Tonight’s Christmas Light and Sound Show on the RPAC Performance Lawn has unfortunately been cancelled due to heavy rain and the boggy conditions of the lawn.

🌟 You can still join in the festive fun next week, with Light and Sound Shows running from 6:30pm to 7:15pm on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.

13/12/2024

Discover the Magic of Nature this December! 🎄✨

Embark on a whimsical adventure with Mr. Barley, a quirky and determined farmer, as he invites you into his enchanting garden. Inspired by A Christmas Carol, this interactive family show is packed with laughter and lessons.

Watch as Mr. Barley’s hilarious attempts to hoard his garden’s treasures lead to funny blunders and a heap of wasted food.

🎭 Dates: 19–21 December
✨Times: 5PM & 6:30PM
🌟 Tickets: Just $15 per person!
📍 Where: RPAC’s outdoor space, transformed into a magical wonderland where kids become part of the story!
👉BOOK NOW: https://www.rpac.com.au/what-s-on/all-events/the-hoarderculturalist/

They’ll learn about kindness, sharing, and nature’s wonders as they join Mr. Barley on playful adventures.

✨ Extra Fun! Enjoy a FREE light and bubble show on the RPAC performance lawn before or after the show!

☔️ Rain? No problem! If the garden’s getting a drink, the adventure continues inside the RPAC buildings.

Don’t miss this heartwarming holiday experience filled with generosity, joy, and festive fun! 🎁

Supported by Redland City Council through the PASSAGE Artist Development Program and the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.

13/12/2024

🎤 Tickets On Sale Now! 🎸

Get ready for a one-of-a-kind live music experience with beatbox sensation Tom Thum and bohemian singer-songwriter Jamie MacDowell!

Known for their jaw-dropping mix of virtuosic beatboxing and soulful folk-pop melodies, this dynamic duo delivers a performance that’s hilarious, heartfelt, and unforgettable.

As part of our Stage Door Sessions series, you’ll enjoy an up-close and intimate show right on the Concert Hall stage. Enter through the Stage Door for an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse of RPAC!

📅 Sat 15 Feb, 7.30pm⁠
📍 RPAC, Cleveland⁠
🎟️ Tickets from $25

👉BOOK NOW: www.rpac.com.au/what-s-on/all-events/jamie-macdowell-tom-thum/

Limited seats available – grab your tickets now and experience the magic.

A hilarious and riotous combination of folk-pop songs and virtuosic beatboxing

12/12/2024

Tickets Now On Sale!

✨ Alexa, Turn on the Lights blends wit, empathy, and emotion to explore our reliance on technology.🤖 Experience an interactive performance where AI meets human connection, with every show unfolding live through improvisations with Alexa.

This show is part of the new ‘Stage Door Sessions’ program, where you’ll enter through the backstage area, sit on the stage with the artist, and enjoy an up-close view of the performance. Seats are limited, so don’t miss out. 🎭✨

📅 Fri 7 Feb, 7.30pm⁠
📍 RPAC, Cleveland⁠
🎟️ Tickets from $20

👉 BOOK HERE www.rpac.com.au/what-s-on/all-events/alexa-turn-on-the-lights/

Where Technology Meets Theatre: A Show Like No Other

Step into the world of 'Alexa, Turn on the Lights', an innovative and witty performance where human creativity and AI collide—technology that's sitting right next to you and is always listening.

11/12/2024

🎤 Wil Anderson: WILEGITIMATE – Live On Stage! 🎤

While planning his dad’s 80th, Wil uncovered a family secret he never knew. Want to know what it is? You’ll have to see the show!

💥 2024’s smash-hit is back in 2025, touring some of his favourite Australian regions.
🎭 Don’t miss Wil’s most personal and hilarious show yet – from the host of Gruen and Question Everything, and a six-time award-winning comedy legend.

📅 Friday, 8 August
🕡 6:30 PM
👉 Book now and experience the magic live: www.rpac.com.au/what-s-on/all-events/wil-anderson-wilegitimate/

Don’t miss one of our finest storytellers live on stage in his best and most personal show yet.

10/12/2024

🎶 Musical Magic Awaits in 2025! 🎶

The RPAC Musical Melodies Concert Series is back with 5 unforgettable shows!

A stellar line-up of Musical Melodies favourites and fresh new faces will grace the stage, celebrating the songs and moments that have shaped generations.

Travel to the Emerald Isle with stirring renditions of iconic Irish classics, bask in the glamour of ‘50s Hollywood with the beloved songs of Doris Day, or groove to the electrifying sounds of rock ‘n’ roll’s golden era from the ’60s and ’70s.

The transformative power of music also takes centre stage as Rachael Beck shares the songs that have defined her career, while Spirit of the Anzac honours the uplifting music and stories of WWII and the Vietnam War.

A season of nostalgia, inspiration, and sing-along joy awaits – perfect for every musical taste

📅 Showing throughout 2025
🕕 Daytime performances
🎟️Tickets from $28 (book four or more concerts and save)
👉 Book now: https://www.rpac.com.au/musical-melodies-2025-concert-series/
✨ Gather your friends and make 2025 a year of cherished musical memories!

07/12/2024

🎤 TICKETS NOW ON SALE!
Strap yourself in for an hour of non-stop laughs as comedic powerhouse Tommy Little hits the road with his brand-new stand-up show, I’m Not Proud.

⭐ "Comedy gold from the get-go" – Herald Sun

Tommy has had many successful moments in his life, but don’t worry this show is about none of those!

Get ready for Tommy’s high-energy performance and hilarious tales that’ll keep you laughing from start to finish!

📅 Fri 21 March, 8pm
📍 RPAC, Cleveland
🎟️ For bookings and more information:
www.rpac.com.au/what-s-on/all-events/tommy-little-i-m-not-proud/

Strap yourself in for an hour of laughs when comedic powerhouse, Tommy Little!