The Empire

02/06/2026

Get ready for a huge night of live stand-up as some of Australia’s best comedy talent hit the stage for the Melbourne International Comedy Festival 😂✨

Hosted by Jake Howie, this hilarious lineup features Brett Blake, Kushi Venkatesh, Suren Jayemanne, and Sez bringing big energy, quick wit and non-stop laughs.

Don’t miss your chance to catch this all-star comedy night live: https://empiretheatre.com.au/whats-on/melbourne-international-comedy-festival-roadshow-2026

02/06/2026

Exciting News! Boy & Bear are heading back to Toowoomba with their Tripping Over Time Regional Tour!

Set your alarms for 10am this Thursday to secure your tickets before they sell out!

REGIONAL AUSTRALIA! We’re heading your way! There is a still a chance we could add a few more shows to this tour so please let us know anywhere we’ve missed that we should play. Can’t wait to head out on the road to all of these awesome places and see you all. Going to be some very fun shows and we’re bringing a bunch of amazing artists along for the ride too! 🙌

02/06/2026

Direct from the UK, internationally acclaimed vocalist Shaun J Marshall brings the unmistakable sound of Rod Stewart to life in an electrifying live tribute experience, The UK Rod Stewart Show 🇬🇧✨

Backed by a full live band of top-tier musicians, this world-class production celebrates the iconic hits and legendary career of Sir Rod Stewart, featuring classics like Maggie May, Sailing, Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?, Hot Legs, and more, this is a high-energy celebration of one of music’s greatest icons.

🎟️ Don’t miss this unforgettable night of timeless hits and powerhouse vocals: https://empiretheatre.com.au/whats-on/the-uk-rod-stewart-show-26

01/06/2026

Presented by Fairholme College, Girls Like That is an explosive drama that confronts the realities of growing up in the digital age.

A powerful and unflinching drama about loyalty, betrayal, and the double standards faced by young people today.

Book your tickets today: https://empiretheatre.com.au/whats-on/girls-like-that

Please note: Parental Guidance is suggested for students under 15

31/05/2026

Join us for a season of comedy, Aussie icons, and unforgettable performances that will warm your heart and captivate your imagination this winter.

From world-class comedians and laugh-out-loud stand-up, to spectacular tribute concerts and beloved Australian performers, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season.

See it all this Winter: empiretheatre.com.au/whats-on

31/05/2026

MOCKINGBIRD is an intimate live music experience built around the original works of ARIA-nominated and APRA Award-winning songwriter Mark Sholtez featuring acclaimed Australian vocalist Luke Kennedy and special guest artists. 🎶

Raw, honest and deeply personal, this unique performance explores the connection between performer and song in an up-close setting unlike any other.

As part of Queensland Fringe in partnership with The Empire.

🎟️ Book now for this special live music experience: https://empiretheatre.com.au/whats-on/mockingbird

31/05/2026

Get ready for a celebration of Elton John's music like no other as Your Song comes to Toowoomba this July! ✨

Join us for an unforgettable reimagining of Elton's biggest hits including Candle in the Wine, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, I'm Still Standing and Tiny Dancer using powerful stories and personal experiences shared by real-life people.

🎟 https://empiretheatre.com.au/whats-on/your-song

Presented by the incredible The Little Red Company

30/05/2026

As part of Queensland Fringe in partnership with The Empire, Twelve Days of Stillness is a striking new solo performance from David Fenton - raw, intimate and emotionally hypnotic.

Through stories of family, grief, q***r awakening, love and loss, audiences are drawn into a deeply human exploration of what we carry with us across a lifetime.

This is bold, immersive storytelling that asks not just to be watched, but felt. ✨

🎟️ Don’t miss this unforgettable live experience: https://empiretheatre.com.au/whats-on/twelve-days-of-stillness-written-and-performed-by-david-fenton

30/05/2026

Go behind the scenes of one of Australia’s most talked-about independent films. 🎬

Join Stephen Roche and acclaimed producer Scott Corfield for a special live conversation exploring the incredible journey behind the award-winning Australian feature film Don’t Tell.

With insights into filmmaking, festivals, storytelling and the Australian screen industry, this engaging event promises inspiration, honest conversation and plenty of behind-the-scenes stories along the way.

Part of Queensland Fringe in partnership with The Empire.

🎟️ Don’t miss this unique live event: https://empiretheatre.com.au/whats-on/in-conversation-stephen-roche-and-scott-corfield-behind-don-t-tell

29/05/2026