1. Brisbane Powerhouse arts centre exterior
    Photograph: Martin K Jacobsen
  2. Brisbane Powerhouse
    Photograph: FalconView | Brisbane Powerhouse
  3. Concert at Brisbane Powerhouse
    Photograph: Supplied | Melt Festival

Brisbane Powerhouse

This former 1920s power station is now the heart of Brisbane's performing arts and culture scene
  • Theatre
  • New Farm
Melissa Woodley
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Time Out says

Located in leafy New Farm Park, Brisbane Powerhouse is Brisbane's home of contemporary culture, performance and art. A pre-war industrial building by the river, its architecture is pretty striking as well. The former power station was built in the 1920s and reopened in 2000 as a vibrant centre for all things creative.

Each year, the Powerhouse hosts more than 1,250 performances in its 11 separate venues: theatre, dance, comedy, panel talks, movies, cabaret, burlesque, concerts, markets and visual arts. Highlights include Brisbane Comedy Festival, Melt, OHM Festival of Other Musical, Brisbane Festival and Night Feast. Fascinating one-hour tours of the building are available that take in the venue's industrial past and its heritage-listed graffiti, while two bars and restaurants (Bar Alto, Mary Mae's and Vertigo) offer refreshments and river views. Brisbane Powerhouse is also home to weekly farmers' markets, held every Saturday.

Details

Address
119 Lamington St
New Farm
Brisbane
4005
Opening hours:
Mon-Tue 9am-5pm; Wed-Sat 9am-late; Sun 9am-6pm
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