First Nations Onstage 2026

Ipswich Civic Centre presents… 

First Nations Onstage

Ipswich Civic Centre is proud to present some of the best First Nations works touring in 2026. Featuring a live music and theatre, don’t miss your opportunity to share in this rich culture. We invite you to join us for one, or all of these performances!

Mixtape – Tjaka w/ Masterwolf and the Soul Mechanics @ Studio 188 – 21 February 2026 – PAST EVENT

Tjaka’s high-energy bangers introduce the use of Didjeribone (a slide didgeridoo, similar to a trombone), ripping guitar solos, and the deep sounds of the FaceBass to create a contemporary Indigenous experience like no other.

Saplings – National Tour – Thursday 9 July 2026

From Australian Theatre for Young People.

Four talented young actors take on multiple roles in this collection of hilarious and heartbreaking stories born from workshops with young people experiencing the youth justice system, from Marrickville to Moree. Winner of Sydney Theatre Awards’ Best Production for Young People, 2024.

Budjerah + Jem Cassar-Daley w/ Birren – Friday 10 July 2026

Budjerah brings his signature vocals, dynamic stage presence, and evolving artistry to the Civic Centre stage alongside Jem Cassar-Daley.

Budjerah is a two-time ARIA award winner and in 2023 he not only opened for Ed Sheeran’s sold-out stadium tour but collaborated with him on ‘2Step’ and performed with Kylie Minogue.
Jem, who won the 2026 Q-Music ‘Song of the Year’, is a proud Gumbaynggir and Bundjalung woman weaving culture and emotion into every song.

Budgerah and Jem will be supported by Birren, a Bunjalung artist from Fingal Head who blends soul, roots and modern storytelling into music.