January’s almost done and 2026 is already shaping up to be a massive year for musicals at Brisbane’s QPAC. Blockbusters, family classics, and big international productions are all locked in for the City’s musical heart.
CATS, Beetlejuice, MJ The Musical, and The Last Ship, are all set to entertain Queensland audiences. Check out our complete guide to QPAC musicals in 2026:
CATS — Lyric Theatre, QPAC
✨ The iconic Andrew Lloyd Webber musical returns for its 40th Australian anniversary season.
📅 6 – 22 February 2026
🔗 TICKETS HERE
Annie — Lyric Theatre, QPAC
✨ Everyone’s favourite red-headed optimist shines in this classic feel-good musical.
📅 27 December 2025 – 31 January 2026
🔗 TICKETS HERE
Little Shop of Horrors — Cremorne Theatre, QPAC
✨ The cult-favourite horror-comedy musical featuring Seymour, Audrey, and a blood-thirsty plant.
📅 From 3 January 2026
🔗 TICKETS HERE
MJ The Musical — Lyric Theatre, QPAC
✨ The Tony Award-winning musical celebrating the life and music of Michael Jackson.
📅 From 27 March 2026
🔗 TICKETS HERE
The Last Ship — Glasshouse Theatre (QPAC)
✨ Sting’s powerful musical about community, industry collapse, and resilience — accompanied by Sting’s own music.
📅 9 April – 3 May 2026
🔗 TICKETS HERE
Beetlejuice The Musical — Lyric Theatre, QPAC
✨ The smash-hit Broadway comedy finally arrives in Brisbane — strange and unusual in all the right ways.
📅 From 7 June 2026
🔗 TICKETS HERE
The Book of Mormon — Glasshouse Theatre (QPAC)
✨ The outrageous, award-winning comedy musical makes its Brisbane return.
📅 Mid-2026 (dates varying by release)
🔗 TICKETS HERE
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