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The Urbanite's Culture desk covers Brisbane's arts scene in depth — theatre, opera, ballet, exhibitions and the ideas shaping the city's creative life. From opening night reviews to artist profiles, this is where we track what's worth your attention on stage and in the gallery.

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The Blank Canvas of Friendship: Why Yasmina Reza’s ‘ART’ Remains a Modern Masterpiece
Culture

The Blank Canvas of Friendship: Why Yasmina Reza’s ‘ART’ Remains a Modern Masterpiece

Phillipe Blake—11 March 2026·3 min read
The Art of Friendship: Our Exclusive Interview with Toby Schmitz & Opening Night Review.
Culture

The Art of Friendship: Our Exclusive Interview with Toby Schmitz & Opening Night Review.

Phillipe Blake—11 March 2026·3 min read
6 QAGOMA Christmas Design Market Artists: Gift Local This Christmas!
Culture

6 QAGOMA Christmas Design Market Artists: Gift Local This Christmas!

Phillipe Blake—5 December 2025·3 min read
Here & Now ~ Emerging Artists Exhibition
Culture

Here & Now ~ Emerging Artists Exhibition

Phillipe Blake—3 November 2025·3 min read
Banksy's Biggest Show Ever! 'Chapter 2' Premieres in Brisbane
Culture

Banksy's Biggest Show Ever! 'Chapter 2' Premieres in Brisbane

Phillipe Blake—2 November 2025·3 min read
Introducing Urban Rewards: Your all-access pass to the best of Brisbane.
Culture

Introducing Urban Rewards: Your all-access pass to the best of Brisbane.

Phillipe Blake—21 September 2025·3 min read
From Piano Bars to Private Stages: The Professional and Personal Music of Graham Hobson
Culture

From Piano Bars to Private Stages: The Professional and Personal Music of Graham Hobson

Phillipe Blake—7 August 2025·3 min read
A Spin Through Time: The History of Brisbane's Iconic Wheel
Culture

A Spin Through Time: The History of Brisbane's Iconic Wheel

Phillipe Blake—1 August 2025·3 min read
Wonderstruck at GOMA: A Journey into Awe in Brisbane's Modern Art Hub
Culture

Wonderstruck at GOMA: A Journey into Awe in Brisbane's Modern Art Hub

Phillipe Blake—12 July 2025·3 min read
Lights, Camera, Queensland: The State’s Deep Ties with Hollywood Filmmaking
Culture

Lights, Camera, Queensland: The State’s Deep Ties with Hollywood Filmmaking

Phillipe Blake—22 April 2025·3 min read
Why Magazine Advertising Still Counts in 2025
Culture

Why Magazine Advertising Still Counts in 2025

Phillipe Blake—22 March 2025·3 min read
Brisbane’s QPAC: A Cultural Gem by the River
Culture

Brisbane’s QPAC: A Cultural Gem by the River

Phillipe Blake—16 March 2025·3 min read
Echoes of Humanity: The Performances That Defined Cinema's Year of Transformation
Culture

Echoes of Humanity: The Performances That Defined Cinema's Year of Transformation

Phillipe Blake—2 March 2025·3 min read
QUIVR: Broadcasting Brisbane to the World
Culture

QUIVR: Broadcasting Brisbane to the World

Winn Lane’s iconic DJ school, radio station and studio welcomes its new and inclusive bar space for electronic music lovers.…

Phillipe Blake—15 October 2023·2 min read
Come one, come all to West End's island of misfit toys - The Burrow
Culture

Come one, come all to West End's island of misfit toys - The Burrow

Phillipe Blake—15 October 2023·3 min read
Artisans of Albion - united by James Rennell
Culture

Artisans of Albion - united by James Rennell

Phillipe Blake—15 October 2023·3 min read