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Brisbane Festival Unveils 106-Production Program for Bezzina’s Final Lineup

Running September 5–27, the festival spotlights Craig & Karl’s bridge installations with world premieres in a 39% free program showcasing local, First Nations plus international artists.

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Overview

  • The program spans 23 days with 106 productions and 1,069 performances, offering over 39% of events free to the public.
  • Artistic Director Louise Bezzina gears up for her sixth and final festival, framing the lineup as a celebration of Brisbane’s cultural identity.
  • Craig & Karl will transform the Goodwill, Neville Bonner and Kangaroo Point bridges into a vibrant public art trail.
  • World premieres include Preparing Ground and Back to Bilo, alongside Afterglow’s fire sculptures and candlelit installations in the City Botanic Gardens.
  • Major productions feature LA Dance Project’s Gems, Stephen Page’s Baleen Moondjan, Riverfire fireworks, Skylore drone shows and free Brisbane Serenades outdoor concerts.