Wednesday 22 February 11.00am

     Wednesday 13 June 11.00am 
All Tickets $12.00  Book both shows $10.00 (per show)

Known as one of the finest military bands in Australia, the Australian Army Band Brisbane provides music for regal, vice-regal, state and ceremonial occasions, performs at festivals, gives concerts and presents precision marching displays, as well as fulfilling its military role.  

Every year the band provides music for many varied community groups and receives acclaim from audiences wherever it performs.

The Australian Army Band Brisbane is a great asset to the State of Queensland and provides an extremely professional "public face" for the Australian Army.

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 Wednesday 29 February 7.30pm
Adults $35.00 Concession $32.00

All the world may be a stage but actor Joe Bleakley is a star barely perceptible to the naked eye. Recently arrived in the Foggadieu Retirement Village, Joe decides to put on a performance for the residents featuring monologues from some of the great roles he never got to play.

As Joe prepares for his performance we learn about the man, his joys and triumphs as well as his disappointments with life and his troubled relationship with his daughter.

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Thursday 8 March 2012 8.00pm
Adults $46.90 Concession $44.90 Group 10+ $39.90 

Direct from sold out seasons in London and Los Angeles, the Australian made, international hit show Busting Out! is touring Australia in 2012.

With more front than Myer, our bosom-buddies return in their own laugh-out-loud and totally liberating show which has been seen by over 400,000 adoring fans throughout the world.

 

 Friday 16 March 7.30pm
Adults $45.00   Concession $43.00   Tickets at the door $50.00 

Stefan Grossman makes it look easy; his laid back humour abets his brilliance and one is apt to forget that the man on stage is playing some of the most difficult pieces. Stefan has played with Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Eric Clapton and Paul Simon. After 33 years, the excitement is building throughout Australia. Stefan Grossman returns to play for you.

 

 Monday 19 March 2012 6.00pm (Public Performance) 

 Tuesday 20 March 2012 10.00am & 12.00pm (School bookings only) 

All Tickets $10.00

The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should Ever set foot in the deep dark wood...

But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo's child ignores her father's warning and tiptoes out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn't really exist... does she?

The team behind "The Gruffalo" return with the charming sequel. "The Gruffalo's Child" brings together physical theatre, music and beautiful puppetry to deliver songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 4 and up, and their adults...

 Thursday 22 March 7.30pm
Adults $55.00 Concession $50.00

If it wasn't for Australia there wouldn't have been a ‘JA-AR'. Without JA-AR there would never have been John Rowles, and for that the New Zealand born entertainer is eternally grateful.

Since the announcement of his Farewell Tour in his native New Zealand he has performed over 25 sold out two and a half hour shows with his 6 piece band. With the New Zealand tour complete Rowles now turns his attention to a comprehensive tour of Australia, a country that he has called his second home for much of his professional life.

 Friday 23 March 7.30pm
Adults $35.00 Concession/Student $28.50 Early Bird Discount $27.00 (Purchase by 29/02/2012) 

Love the distinctive sounds of four-part a cappella harmony in the barbershop style? Join us for an evening of Cole Porter, Elvis Presley, Gospel, Australian Bush Ballads, Broadway Standards and a cache of uplifting, exuberant tunes.  Presented in a highly polished package that leaves audiences smiling, this is a show to lift hearts and make spirits sing.

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 Saturday 24 March 7.30pm
Adults $32.00 Concession/Student $29.00 Child $22.00 

At just 17 years of age, Liam Burrows has already developed into an exceptional young singer and musician, performing at leading venues all over Australia as well as overseas.

His surprisingly mature voice astonishes listeners and his musicality and stage presence knocks them out.

He has earned the respect of professional musicians and the public with his interpretation, phrasing, technical ability and scatting that display a maturity of style way beyond his years

 Saturday 14 April 7.30pm
Adults $45.00 Concession $42.00

After 25 years as Australia's leading musical theatre and cabaret artist, Rhonda Burchmore continues to wow audiences around the country with her sensuality, comedy, dance, energy and phenomenal vocal talents. Her latest show, Legs 11, is a funny, fun and fascinating insight into the life of Australia's most loved dancing queen.

 Saturday 21 April 10.00am 
All Tickets $29.90 Childs 2 & Under Free (must sit on a lap) 

Come along with Elmo and the Sesame Street gang as they circle the globe in this all-singing, all-dancing stage show touring Australia in 2012.

Abby Cadabby, Big Bird, Grover, Zoe, Cookie Monster and Elmo use the letters of the alphabet to navigate a voyage through imagination that sees the gang visiting China, Zambia, France, India and Australia! Elmo and his friends have fun learning how people sing and dance and say hello in different places, but things don't go to plan when Cookie Monster eats a letter of the alphabet.

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Tuesday 24 April 2012 10.00am and 1.30pm 
All Tickets $8.00

Ipswich Seniors Concert Group present 2 main house performances each year. The cast are all experienced Ipswich performers who volunteer their time to tread the boards to bring these locally written & directed shows to life.

10.00am show is for special needs group bookings only. Bookings can only be made at Box Office on 3810 6100.

1.30pm show is a public performance. (Pre-show entertainment will commence at 1.00pm)

Concert written & directed by Ipswich's own Kevin Hallewell.

Thursday 26 April 8.00pm
Adults $39.00 Concession $37.00 Children $20.00 

Troy Cassar-Daley is at the top of the Australian Country Music scene. He has a reputation amongst his peers in the Australian music industry as being the most loved and respected singer/songwriters in country music.

This is reflected on a mainstream level by the many industry awarded accolades for his work as a successful recording artist. His fans will tell you he is a fantastic guy, great entertainer, brilliant guitarist and the most amazing vocalist.

 Saturday 28 April 7.30pm
Adults $34.00 Concession/Student $27.00
     Child $27.00 Group 10+ $27.00

The "Prom" concert is back for 2012.

Last years first ever "Prom" in Ipswich was both beautiful and fun. It was also stirring combining "Pomp and Circumstance" with Johann Strauss Waltzes, "Waltzing Matilda" and 1812 Overture.

This year, those "Grande Gendarmes" gentlemen return with greater fun in two segments.  The girls are back to transport everyone away in song, and the Orchestra is set to really wow everyone.

The traditional part of the Prom, involves singing national songs, while waving the relevant flags, just like Albert Hall in London for the past 102 years.  We aim to fill the Civic Centre with people, flags and singing.

(First 3 rows of stalls seating removed for Cushion Concert effect)

Tuesday 15 May 7.30pm
Adults $35.00 Concession $32.00

By Don Reid | A CDP Production
Directed by Wayne Harrison

Five ordinarily marvellous women find themselves back in their infants school classroom plying their needles in a good oldfashioned session of "stitch and bitch". Their confessions are frank, their rivalries intense and their jokes outrageous. They discover a common frustration with the limitations of being female and mature in a world still largely defined by men. Cast includes Maggie Blinco, Annie Byron, Jeanie Drynan, Donna Lee and Linden Wilkinson.

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 Saturday 19 May 7.30pm
Adults $35.00 Concession/Student $28.50 Disability Carer $10.00 

Early Bird Tickets $27.00 (available until 29/02/2012)

Guitar aficionados and fans of unplugged music - listen up! In this celebration of virtuoso, acoustic guitar Richard Gilewitz (internationally
renowned performer from the US) and Tim O'Brien (seasoned local fingerstyle guitarist) present a dazzling yet soulful set of instrumental music in an intimate, unplugged setting. Covering a repertoire that includes fingerstyle blues, folk, classical, roots, reinvented pop classics and original instrumental tunes, this show will thrill guitar players and fans alike.

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 Saturday 19 May 7.30pm
All Tickets $45.00 

James Morrison says.

"I have put together a group of the finest musicians in Australia, with a repertoire that includes both classic jazz standards and original works - The result is a dynamic musical experience."

"The different stylistic approach of the various members of the group provides great diversity in our concerts - my guitarists work blends the contemporary with the traditional like no other and the percussion of  my drummer has to be seen to be believed. Added to this, the vocal talents of Emma Pask make an evening with the James Morrison Band something I'm sure you will not forget."

 

 Sunday 20 May 7.30pm
All tickets $65.00 Group 8+ $60.00
     Disability carer $10.00 

In 1992, John Waters and Stewart D'Arrietta took to the small stage at the Tilbury Hotel, Woolloomooloo, Sydney with their debut production of "Looking Through A Glass Onion".  What was an initially a one week booking quickly sold out and extended into a six week, sell out season.  Thus the original seed of "Looking For A Glass Onion" was born.

Fast forward 20 years and after many successful and sold out Glass Onion tours, John and Stewart have decided to return to their ‘up close and personal' intimate 2 man show tour commencing in January 2012.

Tuesday 22 May 7.30pm
All Tickets $35.00 Group 10+ $25.00 

 

Stuffing one of the world's largest comedy festivals into the one show is no easy feat, but the Melbourne International Comedy Festival has done just that with Roadshow 2012.

Offering a selection of Australian, international and special guest comedians, the Roadshow is literally all the best bits of the Comedy Festival condensed into the one ‘all killer, no filler' travelling event.

 Sunday 27 May 7.30pm
Adults $35.00 Concession $32.00  Child $20.00 

Adam Harvey, one of Australia's most accomplished Country Music performers, reaches a new pinnacle of achievement with his seventh studio album FALLING INTO PLACE.

With a career that spans 10 years, 3 Gold albums, total sales upwards of 300,000 albums and 7 Golden Guitar Awards; including 2 for Album of The Year and 2 more for Male Vocalist of The Year, Harvey is already at the forefront of Australia's most acclaimed Country Music entertainers and has the runs on the board to show for it.

 Tuesday 29 May 2012 6.00pm (Public Performance) 

     Wednesday 30 May 2012 10.00am & 12.00pm

    (School bookings only) 
All Tickets $10.00

When James Henry Trotter accidentally drops some magic crystals by the old peach tree, strange things start to happen.  A peach begins to grow at the top of the tree and before long it's as big as a house.

 Friday 1 June 8.00pm
 All Tickets $65.00 

Australia, it's back... by overwhelmingly popular demand!

Happy Days Records by special arrangement with its president "Big Al Delvecchio" brings this unique concept to the stage with new stars and memories from the era that reigns supreme in Rock N Roll history. Big Al - world famous drive-in owner of Al's Diner - has cooked up a rock and roll feast large enough to whet any appetite assembling the greatest band ever to take you back to a decade that created music legends and influenced a formidable culture, performing a catalogue where their songs are timeless, their hits are endless, and their flair is never forgotten. Rock like never before and take the journey back to the Class of 59!!!

 Friday 1 June 7.30pm
Adults $25.00 Concession/Student $22.00  Under 18yrs $15.00  Disability carer $10.00

One night - three incredible guitarists. The show features solo and combined performances, guitar fireworks and beautiful songs from an eclectic range of styles including blues, jazz, country, classical and contemporary.

Michael Fix has earnt a place amongst the world's top players with his entertaining and amazing fretboard wizardry.

Nick Charles has been described by The Melbourne Age as "Australia's virtuoso of acoustic roots and blues"

Andrea Valeri from Italy - his first time in Australia - has been shaking up the guitar world with his sophisticated cover arrangements and heartfelt originals.
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Sunday 3 June 2012 7.30pm

Adults $69.90 Concession $59.90 School Age Child $44.90 Group 10+ $59.90 Family (family of 4) $200.00 (child extras $30.10)

Making their World Premiere season in Australia, LES BALLETS ELOELLE are bringing their new production "Men In Pink Tights" - the most spectacular, talented and hilarious all-male comedy ballet ever

From the thrilling pirouettes of the male dancers (in male and female costumes) with brilliant choreography to the side splitting humour, LES BALLETS ELOELLE new show "Men In Pink Tights" is a show designed for the young and old. The greatest troupe of its kind around the globe; Les Ballet's Eloelle features over fifty ballets in its repertoire and an array of the best international professional male ballet dancers from thirteen nations.

Thursday 14 June 7.30pm
Adults $35.00 Concession $32.00

Starring Peter Phelps

Award winning Australian playwright David Williamson's play has been described as part Romeo and Juliet, part Meet the Parents. This satirical comedy is set in Noosa. Toby and Ros are retired left wing radicals who flee to the upmarket Sunshine Coast seaside town to escape scandal in Sydney. There they meet Natasha and Ron - a shallow socialite and a brash property developer. When their children find romance together, the patter of tiny feet brings on the clashing of egos.

Contains strong language and adult themes.

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 Friday 15 June 2012, 7.30pm
     Saturday 16 June 2012, 7.30pm 
Adults $35.00  Concession $30.00                                    School student $25.00  Group 10+ $25.00 

A production by The Escapists
In association with Critical Stages

This is not a love story. This is a story about love. This is the story of Thom and Alethea. Two neighbours in an apartment block, trying desperately to keep their lives from falling apart. But the wall that stands between them has decided they belong together.

Following sell-out seasons across Australia, this hilarious smash-hit production by The Escapists is a stunning celebration of theatricality, imagination and the joy of play.

 Sunday 17 June 7.30pm
Adults $65.00 Disability carer $10.00

Over 24 Hit songs including "You Don't Own Me", "Son of a Preacher Man", "I Only Want To Be With You", "You Don't Have To Say You Love Me", "I Just Don't Know What To Do With Myself", "Close To You", "Stay Awhile" and many more

After a run of sell out Sydney shows in 2010, Monique Montez now joins Deni Hines in a National Concert Tour celebrating Dusty Springfield's musical achievements, hit songs, and the impact they had around the world during the era of Black & White Soul.

 Wednesday 4 July 7.30pm
Adults $32.00  Concession $29.00

A Critical Stages and The Follies Company production
By Allan Knee 

SYNCOPATION is a smash-hit fusion of comedy, drama, romance and ballroom dancing set in the exciting, electric rush of New York City in 1912.

Henry Ribolow is a Jewish meatpacker crazy with a dream of becoming a ballroom dancer, and desperate for a dance partner. Anna Bianchi, an Italian Catholic seamstress, is unsatisfied with her life until she spots a curious ad in the paper: "Give your life a lift. Wanted: A Dance Partner to dance for royalty."

 Saturday 7 July 8.00pm
Adults $57.00 Concession/Student $52.00
     School Age Child $28.00 Group 8+ $50.00

It only seems like yesterday but more than 50 years on The Delltones are still enchanting and energizing audiences with their highly exciting and colourful performances.

The Delltones with their rich harmonies, featuring the unique voice of PEEWEE WILSON still captivate audiences blending their own hits ‘Gee', ‘You're The Limit', Get A Little Dirt On Your Hands', ‘Come A Little Bit Closer', ‘Hangin'Five' with classic DooWop and Pop.

 

 Sunday 8 July 2012 8.00pm
All tickets $60.00  Group 10+ $50.00

On the back of 4 x top 10 albums featuring tracks from Broadway through to ‘60s pop, David Campbell is excited to release his next album and labour of love for 2011 - ‘Let's Go'!  Featuring David's signature fresh twist on some of the most exciting tracks to come from the early eighties, Let's Go! will be in stores November 18. 

Initially inspired by the revolutionary ‘second British invasion' of the early ‘80s, Let's Go is sure to be the biggest summer party album of 2011 and features hits including Let's Go, Shout To The Top, Come on Eileen, I'm Your Man and Tainted Love. 

 Sunday 12 August 7.30pm
Adults $69.00 Concession/Student $64.00
     Group 8+ $59.00 Disability carer $10.00 

The Harbour Agency and the producers of the phenomenally successful ‘Rock Show' - Sound One - proudly present Jon English, back bigger and better in 2012!

Jon English has been working tirelessly to unearth, refine and rediscover a whole lot more from the great rock'n'roll archives to bring you ... ‘Rock Revolution'!

 Wednesday 15 August 2012 6.00pm (Public Performance) 

     Thursday 16 August 2012 10.00am & 12.00pm

     (School bookings only) 
All Tickets $10.00

Celebrate the 110th Anniversary of Beatrix Potter's beloved classic with Happy Birthday Peter Rabbit, a mischievous musical about the world's most loveable bunny.

 

 Friday 26 October 8.00pm
Adults $87.90 Concession/Student $77.90
     Primary School Child $67.90 Group 10+ $77.90
     Child 2 & Under free (must sit on lap)

Following their 2011 sell out performance of A Festival of Russian Ballet, the Imperial Russian Ballet Company return to Australia with their presentation of the classic masterpiece "Sleeping Beauty" in three acts.

The Imperial Russian Ballet Company combines the unity and integrity of the great Russian ballet schools where traditions are passed on from one generation to another.