Queensland Theatre
78 Montague Rd,
South Brisbane QLD 4101
Queensland Theatre
For more than 50 years, Queensland Theatre has created collective experiences that change lives, presenting an annual season of the best classic, contemporary, international and Australian works.
#Venues
Queensland Theatre productions are staged at two iconic venues in Brisbane's South, QPAC and the Bille Brown Theatre
Bille Brown Theatre
Named in honour of the acclaimed Queensland actor and playwright, Bille Brown Theatre is the home of Queensland Theatre, located by the Brisbane River and the stage for created collective experiences that change lives.
Diane Cilento Studio
The Diane Cilento Studio is a black box studio. Located on the Ground Level of Queensland Theatre - an intimate performance venue that places audiences inside the action.
QPAC Playhouse Theatre
With two levels – the stalls and balcony – you have an exceptional view of the stage from every seat. Whether you're a theatre aficionado or seeking a memorable night out, the Playhouse at QPAC promises captivating stories and mesmerizing dance performances.
#Getting There
Public Transport
Public transport services are available at a walking distance including bus services stopping on Montague Road.
Ride Your Bike
Plan your route and parking, and find CityCycle bike stations using Cycling Brisbane’s Route Planner.
Parking
Street parking is available in neighbouring streets and undercover parking is available for booking via the Queensland Theatre Box Office.
#Accessibility
Building Access
The lift (1m by 1.7m) takes you up to the mezzanine level, which has a seating area for patrons with tables and chairs and the Bille Brown Theatre Door 2 entrance.
Bathrooms
There is one All User/Accessible bathroom. The bathroom door is fitted with a Special Access Automatic Toilet Door Systems. When the bathroom is vacant, simply press the “Push To Open” button for access.
Companion Card
Queensland Theatre provides Companion Card holders with a second ticket for their chosen companion at no cost. To book companion card tickets please contact the Box Office by phoning 1800 355 528 or email sales@queenslandtheatre.com.au
Wheelchair Seating
For patrons who remain in their wheelchair, there are up to four wheelchair seating areas with companion seating. These are subject to availability based on production staging requirements. For patrons who transfer into a theatre seat there are up to three wheelchair seating areas with companion seating. These are subject to availability based on production staging requirements.
Audio Description
Queensland Theatre works with Vantagepoint to offer Audio Described services on specific performances. This service allows blind or low vision patrons to enjoy our shows by having trained describers capture in live narration the action, costumes, sets, transitions, gestures, facial expressions and lighting or special effects in performance. This service can be enjoyed from anywhere in the theatre, via a ListenTech assistive listening device. Upon your arrival please go to the Box Office to collect your device.
Tactile Tours
Tactile Tours are available for all of our mainstage productions and are scheduled on the same dates as Audio Described performances. Each tour offers blind and low-vision patrons the chance to touch and examine props and costumes and hear the cast and crew describe the visual aspects of the production. If you are interested in learning more about upcoming Tactile Tours, please contact mail@queenslandtheatre.com.au or phone 3010 7600.
Assistive Listening Technology
Patrons who are hard of hearing or have booked into a specific Audio Described performance can borrow a ListenTech assistive listening device from the Box Office. The Audio is sent directly to headphones (provided with the ListenTech device), a hearing aid or a cochlear implant. Upon your arrival, please go to the Box Office to sign out a device.
Auslan Interpretation
Queensland Theatre works with Auslan Stage Left to offer Auslan Interpreted services on specific performances and events. During an Auslan Interpreted performance or event, one or two interpreters are positioned in view, relaying the dialogue spoken by the actors, into sign language, in real-time. Suitable seating is reserved in the theatre to ensure optimal sightlines to the interpreters.
Neurodivergent Patrons
Queensland Theatre welcomes neurodivergent patrons and encourages the use of personal noise-cancelling headphones, sunglasses and audio descriptors. If there are themes or technical warnings for a production that you would like to know more about before attending one of our shows please reach out to our Box Office. For select shows, spoiler sheets will be available closer to the season commencing. Please check the show page for availability.
Assistance Animals
Assistance animals (qualified and in-training) are welcome in all areas of Queensland Theatre. For comfort, seating areas with extra room in the Bille Brown Theatre and the Diane Cilento Studio are K38+39 seats.
Relaxed Performances
In Relaxed Performances minor changes will be made to reduce bright lighting and loud noises, theatre doors remain open for patrons to come and go and a designated breakout space will be available.
COVID-19 safety at Bille Brown Theatre
Bille Brown Theatre is open to the general public in line with Queensland Government’s COVID-19 guidelines.
Bille Brown Theatre FAQs
Here you will find answers to common questions about attending an event or visiting Bille Brown Theatre.