4 QSO Concerts to Gift Your Loved Ones This Christmas
Forget the BOREdinary presents and step away from screens and socks this Christmas by giving the gift of an unforgettable concert experience that will last long after the holiday season ends. Whether it’s a classical masterpiece, cinematic thrill, beloved franchise, or iconic film scores, these four Queensland Symphony Orchestra concerts are the perfect gift of a fun day (or evening) out for the whole family!
1. The Rite of Spring – Classical Masterpieces meets a Circus Twist
Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring remains one of the most influential and revolutionary pieces in the history of classical music. In this daring work, Stravinsky challenged traditional musical forms in such a way it famously caused a riot at its Paris premiere in 1913 due to its radical approach. This 2025 performance by Queensland Symphony Orchestra carries the legacy of pushing creative boundaries by collaborating with world-renowned Brisbane circus company Circa to reinterpret the iconic ballet.
In addition to The Rite of Spring, Debussy’s Prélude à l’après-midi d’un faune (Afternoon of a Faun) will introduce to concert, followed by Respighi’s Concerto gregoriano for violin and orchestra, performed by QSO Artist in Residence Kristian Winther.
This concert is appropriate for all ages and perfect for those who appreciate the power of orchestral music but are interested in experiencing something never before seen on the Brisbane stage. Buy tickets to The Rite of Spring, 20-22 February at the QPAC Concert Hall.
2. Skyfall in Concert– License to Thrill!
For fans of James Bond, Skyfall in Concert serves up an action-packed evening from start to finish!
Skyfall sees Daniel Craig return as Secret Agent 007 in the franchise’s most successful film to date, pitting Bond against the ruthless cyberterrorist and former British agent Silva. As the film plays on the big screen, Queensland Symphony Orchestra will bring Thomas Newman’s award-winning score to life, including Adele’s unforgettable title track.
From thrilling chases across the rooftops of Istanbul to a dramatic reunion at Bond’s childhood home in the Scottish Highlands, this concert will transport listeners into the heart of the Bond universe. Grab tickets now for this must-see event for any James Bond fan, 4 April at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
3. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 in Concert – The Final Battle Comes to Life
The final battle for the Wizarding World™ begins! For the Potterheads in your family, grab them tickets to experience Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 2 like you’ve never seen before!
Queensland Symphony Orchestra performs Alexandre Desplat’s iconic score LIVE on stage as the film is projected onto a high-definition screen, putting you right in the middle of the action. Feel the intensity as your favourite characters break into Gringotts Bank, Battle for the fate of Hogwarts™ and watch the final standoff between Voldemort™ and Harry with the full force of a live orchestra!
The perfect gift for Harry Potter fans, music lovers or nostalgia seekers, put Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 2 in Concert on the top of your Christmas list this holiday season! Accio tickets, 5 April 2025 at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
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4. The Art of the Score: The Music of Hans Zimmer– The Ultimate Movie Soundtrack Showdown
Whether you’re a fan of Hans Zimmer’s film scores or any of the films from his near-infinite list of compositions, this is your Blockbuster movie concert event of 2025. Enjoy music from The Lion King, The Dark Knight, Interstellar, Pirates of the Caribbean, Inception, Gladiator, The Holiday, The Da Vinci Code, Kung Fu Panda, and more!
Hosted by the Art of the Score podcast creators Andrew Pogson and Dan Golding, with conductor Vanessa Scammell, this journey with titans of technicolour is perfect for the whole family! Score those tickets for Art of the Score: The Music of Hans Zimmer, 23 & 24 May at the QPAC Concert Hall.
