Go to site:  Queensland Ballet – A Classical Celebration

Bangarra Dance Theatre presents Terrain, a new work of contemporary dance and theatre fused with storytelling by acclaimed choreographer Frances Rings.

Inspired by the landscape of one of our greatest natural wonders this work explores the metamorphosis and timeless beauty that is Lake Eyre. Tracing through the erosions of time we face the challenges of man and environment as they struggle for survival amongst the delicate ecology in search of the rare phenomenon that is Australia’s inland sea. Beyond the ancient vastness we travel through drought and deluge to witness this ephemeral transformation of place.

Described by choreographer Frances Rings as a “Hymn to Country”, this powerfully evocative new work transports us to the scorching arid desert plains where nature delivers in abundance and promises all but guarantees nothing.

Go to site:  Bangarra – Terrain

Returning for the third time clarinet and saxophone virtuoso Andy Firth will thrill you with great swing tunes and ballads. He will be supported by the sensational vocal and piano skills of Sarah McKenzie, a jazz star on the rise.

“A genius of the clarinet.” Maestro Tommy Tycho MBE

Go to site:  Queensland Pops Orchestra: Music to Swing By

The hit BBC TV series is now a hilarious new stage play and has become London’s biggest comedy sensation in decades.

Enter Jim Hacker’s world of hung parliaments, a world of global warming, illegal immigrants and oil rich dictators. Yes, Prime Minister is a hysterical foray into the comedy of politics and intrigue. Set in the present day, in the oak-panelled drawing room of the British Prime Minister’s country residence,the embattled PM, Sir Humphrey and Bernard are back – this time facing their greatest challenge yet!

In 2012, the writers of the original TV series Yes, Prime Minister bring the riotous inner workings of Westminster to the QPAC Playhouse for the first time.

Go to site:  Yes, Prime Minister

Brisbane’s biggest charity bike ride is back and is promising to be bigger and better than ever before. Last year more than 4,600 riders took part and now YOU are invited to cycle for those living with multiple sclerosis!

This year’s Brissie to the Bay bike ride will be held on Sunday 24 June 2012 and this is one cycling event on the calendar not to be missed!

Whether you are looking for a physical challenge, a team building exercise for work colleagues or a relaxing day out with the family, there is a distance to suit every rider.

Choose to ride the ever-popular endurance 100km course or the 50km, 25km or the family friendly 10km along the riverside through Brisbane’s scenic South Bank precinct.

And it’s all for a good cause. You’ll be raising money to support Queenslanders living with MS, the most common neurological condition affecting young Australian adults.

Sadly there is no known cause or cure for MS – it’s a mystery disease that attacks a person’s brain and spinal cord often causing irreparable damage.

Start raising money for people living with MS today. Super Keen and Early Entry discounts are now available online – make sure you don’t miss out!

Visit www.BrissietotheBay.com.au to register today.

Your Local Wedding Guide Brisbane Bridal Expo will be held once again this winter, at the RNA Showgrounds. Over two big days we will be showcasing some of Brisbane’s best bridal businesses, from cakes to cars, dresses to decorators, you’ll find everything you need to say I do!

All brides to be will receive a copy of the 2012 Your Local Wedding Guide Brisbane as well as a handy carry bag to collect all the flyers and information you will receive from exhibitors. You can also register for our major prize draw, which includes a wedding gown, engagement shoot and more!

Our ever-popular fashion parades will be back again, with parades at 11.00am, 12.15pm, 1.30pm, and 2.45pm showcasing the best of Brisbane’s wedding gowns, bridesmaid’s dresses and groom’s attire. And if you pre register for your parade of choice on our website, you will go into the draw for our pre registration prize package. After the parade you can visit our gown sale, which will feature gorgeous gowns from local Brisbane Bridal retailers and designers, exclusively priced for expo attendees.

Find out more: Brisbane Bridal Expo

Naturally 7 return to QPAC with a collection of new songs and tricks to excite audiences.

Naturally 7 infuse hip-hop, beatboxing, jazz, gospel, Motown and R&B in an astounding style called Vocal Play. Lending their phenomenal musical talents to some of pops greatest hits and originals, they pump out not just the melodies and harmonies, but the drums, guitars, horns and beats – with nothing but the human voice.

From singing as an A Cappella gospel group in New York’s Bronx in the late 90′s, Naturally 7 cover a huge variety of music including the iconic hits of the Beatles and Simon & Garfunkel, and the Phil Collins’ classic Feel It (In the Air Tonight). Recent releases include Soul Bossa Nostra (recorded with star rapper Ludacris for Quincy Jones) and the singles Keep the Customer Satisfied and Life Goes On, based on the George Michael WHAM! hit Everything She Wants.

Following their sell-out Vocal Play – Australia Tour in March 2011, electrifying performances at the Hollywood Bowl, and earning standing ovations as special guests on Michael Bublé’s Crazy Love World Tour, Naturally 7 are back with their new show.

The All Natural Tour performs in Perth, Brisbane, Adelaide, Sydney and Melbourne and will include material from their new album, hits from their seven studio albums and new arrangements of iconic pop songs.

Go to site:  Naturally 7 – All Natural Tour

When do dreams become real? Choreographer François Klaus offers a different take on the legendary story by Cervantes in this inventive production.

The ballet, Don Quixote, is being filmed, and the dancer performing the title role feels such an affinity for his character that he plunges himself into reading the original tale. In his dreams, he becomes the famous knight and is transported into the wonderful world of the Don’s illusions, where he performs chivalrous deeds, seeks glory in battle, and gives his heart to the beautiful Dulcinea. But the Don’s grand exploits are all in his head, and he is blissfully unaware of how much amusement this creates.

Back on the film set, there is a sparkling performance of highlights from the traditional ballet. With stirring music and spirited dance, this Don Quixote is a gentle reminder of the great power of imagination.

Go to site:  Queensland Ballet – Don Quixote

This Mother’s Day, Queenslanders of all ages are invited to walk or run in Australia’s largest charity fun run for breast cancer research.

The Brisbane event involves a 4km and 8km walk and run, starting and finishing at the Cultural Forecourt, South Bank Parklands.

An initiative of Women in Super, the Mother’s Day Classic has raised $10.8 million for the National Breast Cancer Foundation since it began in 1998.

Registration is available online at http://www.mothersdayclassic.com.au/register-online.

For those wanting to assist but unable to run or walk on the day, there is the option of making a donation or registering as a volunteer for the event at http://www.mothersdayclassic.com.au.

Bastian is a dreamer who just can’t keep his feet on the ground. When he discovers a dusty old novel called The Neverending Story, he steals it away to the attic of his school where he reads of the mystical land of Fantasia, the home of all imaginary and fantastical creatures.

But Fantasia faces a deadly threat – the Nothing – which is destroying everything that comes in its path. The Childlike Empress calls for a hero, and the boy warrior Atreyu is sent to save Fantasia from the clutches of the Nothing. But as Atreyu journeys across Fantasia, his and Bastian’s worlds become intertwined in a mind-blowing adventure that will leave you on the edge of your seat.

Adapted from Michael Ende’s best selling book and based on the classic film, The Neverending Story will delight audiences young and old. Take a journey into your imagination with Bastian and Atreyu, Artax his steed, Falkor the flying luckdragon and a host of other fantasy characters in this moving story of adventure, courage and the power of one boy’s imagination.

Go to site:  The Neverending Story