Queensland Multicultural Centre in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia | Public service

Queensland Multicultural Centre

Locality: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 7 3392 3787

Address: 102 Main St, Kangaroo Point 4169 Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Website: http://qmc.org.au

Likes: 2267

Add/Update information

Reviews

Tags

• Non-profit organisation
• Performance art theatre
• Public service

25.01.2022 Santa Taranta will be here at the QMC Nov 8th. Check em out!!! Get the hottest tickets in town here

25.01.2022 Have you popped in to the QMC lately? We've extended the dates for Manudilo's exhibition now running till end of October! Come in any time Monday to Friday and check out his wonderful 'Window to Exploration' exhibit, as part of Brisbane Multicultural Arts Centre's ILLUMINATE PROGRAM.

25.01.2022 THIS EVENT HAS NOW BEEN POSTPONED FOR A FUTURE DATE (TBC)

25.01.2022 From all of us here at the QMC, we hope you are staying safe and as well as can be in these trying times. The Queensland Multicultural Centre (QMC) is still open and operating with minimal staff. This is being done of course, with the absolute strictest adherence to all Queensland State Government and Federal regulations. Although all scheduled public events at the QMC have now been cancelled by their respective organisers, we are remaining positive and look forward to host...ing a great range of events, festivals, exhibitions, seminars, and workshops for our community again very soon! Although events may be on hold for now, we are still available to take your enquiries for any of your future bookings with the QMC. Give us a call and find out about our range of available spaces, our free car parking, and how we make your special event a memorable occasion. 3392 3787 [email protected] http://qmc.org.au/contact-us/

24.01.2022 Have you heard of Oxfam Trailwalker Australia? It's Australia's original charity team endurance event where teams of four walk 100km of bush trail in under 48 hours to tackle poverty. INTERESTED? Well why not come along to Oxfam Trailwalker Brisbane 101 Night, at QMC. In this FREE information session, you'll hear from Oxfam Trailwalker experts who will take you through the journey from getting you prepared for the trail, to making your fundraising easy and rewarding. You'l...l be inspired from past walkers who have conquered the trail, hear the global impact your fundraising events make and have the opportunity to ask questions. When: Thursday 13th February 2020 Get more details here: http://qmc.org.au/events/oxfam-trailwalker-101-night/

24.01.2022 We are absolutely loving having artists back to showcase their art in our building This month, drop in and see the amazing works in the "Heart Journey" exhibition by Queensland Guangxi Multicultural Communities. Artists of Australian-Chinese backgrounds, including both children and adults, have created works depicting their experiences and personal journeys living in both China, and their second home, Australia. Another part of the exhibition also includes artworks that mir...ror the artists’ experiences of living with the COVID-19 restrictions and shutdowns. In addition to traditional oil, ink, watercolour and acrylic paintings, the exhibition also features artworks that incorporate healing properties, which is a highlight of this exhibition. Displaying until 30 November, 2020 102 Main Street, Kangaroo Point

21.01.2022 Get into the Christmas spirit and come along to Fame Theatre Company's Christmas Cabaret this Saturday night at QMC. This Christmas Cabaret will be performed by Fame students live on stage with a 6 piece band and special guest singer Rachael Beck. For more information on how to secure your tickets, go to: http://qmc.org.au/events/christmas-cabaret-rachel-beck/

20.01.2022 The QMC team would like to wish you and your loved ones a very Festive Season! A big thank you to all our customers, partners, artists, patrons and friends for making 2019 another wonderful year. Our office will be closed from this Monday 23rd Dec, reopening Monday 6th January, however events will still be running throughout this period. If you havent already booked your dates, our 2020 calendar is filling up, so get in quick! Secure your dates at www.qmc.org.au

18.01.2022 Check out the awesome first episode of BEMACs new docuseries. Watch the full episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/egPpDw-4qQY Parts were filmed right here at the QMC!

18.01.2022 We can't wait to see this one return to the QMC stage!

16.01.2022 Our friends at Dance for Parkinson's Australia are hosting free virtual dance classes for Mandarin speaking communities. Classes will be seated with some standing options and are open to members of the Parkinson's community as well those living with other motor and mobility issues. They kick start tomorrow and no experience is needed to join. For more information visit www.dancepdau.org or see the event below

16.01.2022 River City Cali Dance Studio are holding their End of Year Extravaganza for 2019 here at the QMC! Their concert includes competition items along with the much awaited Pantomime performance by all Club Members and Special Guests. Get your tickets here... https://www.stickytickets.com.au//river_city_cali_dance_st See more

15.01.2022 Pasifika Wave presents award-winning documentary Marks of Mana, an exclusive Queensland Premiere showing at QMC this month. Marks of Mana explores the sacred tatau practise of Papuan Makmak, Moko Kauae, Fijian Veiqia, and the Samoan Malu. The film follows the journey of several Pasifika women who are reclaiming the art of tatau in memory of their ancestors. For more information and to grab your tickets, go to http://qmc.org.au/events/pasifika-wave-presents-marks-mana/

14.01.2022 Now's a perfect time to come back and visit the Queensland Multicultural Centre for this great art exhibition! It's been a while since we've been able to host an art exhibition at the QMC, so we are thrilled to open a new FREE art display from tomorrow morning for the whole month of September, showcasing works by visual artist - Manudilo as part of the ILLUMINATE program by Brisbane Multicultural Arts Centre (BEMAC) Pop in to the QMC any time Monday to Friday between 9...am and 5pm and discover A Window to Exploration which explores the concept of looking into four windows, and four perspectives of how the Manudilo sees the world. Find out more here: https://bemac.org.au//bemac-illuminate-a-window-to-explor/ You can also catch an interview with Manudilo on our Breakfast with BEMAC program tomorrow morning at 8am on Radio 4EB 98.1FM or listen on demand from tomorrow on https://www.4eb.org.au/shows/breakfast-with-bemac/ The BEMAC Illuminate program is all about providing opportunities for visual artists to showcase their work to a broader audience at the QMC, as part of our commitment to support and create opportunities for artists of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

12.01.2022 Check out the awesome first episode of BEMAC’s new docuseries. Watch the full episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/egPpDw-4qQY Parts were filmed right here at the QMC!

12.01.2022 Don't forget to pop in to the QMC this month to see Manudilo’s Art Exhibition ‘A Window to Exploration’ - which showcases his captivating illustrative works, as part of the BEMAC ILLUMINATE program. All of Manudilo’s works are also FOR SALE and each unique piece sold will be signed, and framed. Manudilo will also throw in a small BONUS illustration as a gift! Come in any time Monday to Friday between 9am 5pm at the QMC 102 Main st, Kangaroo Point. The Brisbane Multic...ultural Arts Centre (BEMAC) Illuminate program is all about providing opportunities for visual artists to showcase their work to a broader audience at the QMC, as part of our commitment to support and create opportunities for artists of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. If you’re a visual artist from a culturally and linguistically diverse background and would like to exhibit your artwork at The QMC (at no cost, and with free marketing support), get in touch with us today! Email [email protected] or call 3392 3787.

12.01.2022 *THIS EVENT HAS NOW BEEN CANCELLED* Their sound is MELODIC... Their beat is CONTAGIOUS... and their energy is ELECTRIC!!... Don't miss A Night with The Balkanics - 21 March at Queensland Multicultural Centre Check out their vibrant sound below: https://www.facebook.com/100000940785591/posts/3092416327466363/?d=n #bemacpresents #balkanmusic #multiculturalmusic #multiculturalarts #brisbaneevents #brisbanegigs #theoriginals #underthebridge

10.01.2022 Dust is a Tragicomedy performed by renowned Serbian actors Natasa Ninkovic & Zoran Cvijanovic. The play showcases how a couple, who is living on the brink of poverty has their life suddenly changed overnight by winning the lottery. The performances explores the eternal question of what it means to be happy and will both make the audience laugh and connect with the actors. U-next is proud to bring this production in conjunction with the Serbian National Theatre. This play is performed in the Serbian language. Get your tickets here

08.01.2022 Immerse yourself in Chinese culture at the Chinese Culture & Arts Festival on Saturday 9th November at Brisbane City Hall. Shandong Intangible Cultural Heritages will do a FREE public demonstration between 1PM & 6PM in the Toowong room. You will be amazed as they demonstrate paper cut silhouette, dough culture, seal engraving and much more. The gala dinner will be presented by unique artists from China with amazing Australian musicians including world famous William Barton an...d Joan Carden award winner Haotian Qi. The night will be full of music and songs, martial arts, lion dancing, magic and more. The Gala dinner will be held in the main auditorium 7:15PM - 9:30PM. Grab yourself a ticket from Ticketek https://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx

08.01.2022 The Pasifika Womens Alliance invites all PWA members to the 2019/20 Annual General Meeting on Saturday, 9th November 2019, 10AM here at the QMC The PWA Board for 2020 will be elected. To be eligible to nominate for a position or place your vote; you must be a current financial (paid) member. Membership can be paid/ renewed prior to and on the day of the AGM. Light refreshments after the meeting will be provided.... REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL. Positions vacant: President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer General Board Member (3) Details of the nomination process can be found on the PWA website https://pasifikawomensalliance.com//annual-general-meeting/ We ask that you extend this invitation to all Pasifika sisters currently residing in Brisbane, Australia.

08.01.2022 It's only a few weeks till International Women's Day - a time to celebrate women's achievements and make a positive difference for women. The Pasifika Women's Alliance will be celebrating our diverse community of strong women, and invite all to come to their International Women's Day event at QMC on 7 March to celebrate the efforts and successes of all women and enhance the sister within our community.

08.01.2022 Have you visited The Queensland Multicultural Centre? Did you know that we offer a variety of unique spaces available to hire that are suitable for a wide range of events? From film screenings to networking events, seminars, workshops, live performances, presentations, award ceremonies, expos, exhibitions and much more! ... The great variety of spaces within the QMC means we can tailor any event to suit your needs. Our spaces are flexible and our rates very affordable. Find us directly under the Story Bridge at Kangaroo Point! Visit our website www.qmc.org.au to find out more, or call us on 3392 3787 for a no obligation tour of our state of the art facilities.

08.01.2022 We are excited to have the 13th Annual Ashu Babu Memorial Tabla School Concert at the QMC this Saturday evening. Tune in to their livestream from 6pm! More details below.

07.01.2022 ONLY 1 DAY LEFT to grab your tickets to THE DOLL (Lutka) performed at QMC tomorrow night! This independent theatre production from Belgrade, Serbia is a compelling story about a single man who after a broken relationship, decides to buy the most sophisticated android woman to be his companion. Sexy robot algorithm and human emotions produce many comical situations.Grab your tickets here http://qmc.org.au/events/the-doll-lutka/... The show by Serbian Theatre Nights in Australia will be performed in the Serbian language with English subtitles.

07.01.2022 Although scheduled events and performances at the QMC have been postponed for now, our main theatre space has been put to good use these past few weeks. Brisbane Multicultural Arts Centre (BEMAC) have been filming parts of their new cultural docuseries at the QMC (all with social distancing measures of course) and will be launching it online very soon! Make sure you follow their Facebook page so you don't miss an episode of this special series! #ourstories #ourart #ourway - #OutsideIn

06.01.2022 Don't forget to pop in to the QMC this month to see Manudilos Art Exhibition A Window to Exploration - which showcases his captivating illustrative works, as part of the BEMAC ILLUMINATE program. All of Manudilos works are also FOR SALE and each unique piece sold will be signed, and framed. Manudilo will also throw in a small BONUS illustration as a gift! Come in any time Monday to Friday between 9am 5pm at the QMC 102 Main st, Kangaroo Point. The Brisbane Multic...ultural Arts Centre (BEMAC) Illuminate program is all about providing opportunities for visual artists to showcase their work to a broader audience at the QMC, as part of our commitment to support and create opportunities for artists of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. If youre a visual artist from a culturally and linguistically diverse background and would like to exhibit your artwork at The QMC (at no cost, and with free marketing support), get in touch with us today! Email [email protected] or call 3392 3787.

06.01.2022 BrisAsia Festival kicks off this weekend across Brisbane for the whole month of February, and we're so excited to be the chosen venue for some of the included events... ASIAN FOOD & FILM - 14 & 15 FEB - QMC Eat Asian food, and watch Asian films, the best combination! Choose from JIMAMI TOFU, THE FAREWELL, and PARASITE, with themed music, and Asian food buffet. GET YOUR TIX HERE https://www.asianfoodandfilm.com/... BRISASIA SOUND - Sat 29 FEB - QMC Enjoy a musical showcase, panel discussions, and exciting workshops. Singapore Hip Hop act - FingerFunk - will be headlining the event, and then when the night closes, K-pop until you drop at the Silent K-pop Disco Night. Numbers are limited. GET YOUR FREE TIX HERE www.bit.ly/brisasiasound2020 MATERIALISM EXHIBITION by MayLyn Chew - QMC *This event has now been cancelled*. We apologise for any inconvenience. https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au//multicu/brisasia-festival #brisasia #brisasiafestival #brisasia2020 #multiculturalbrisbane

06.01.2022 We are getting into the Christmas spirit early! As a thank you to our wonderful and supportive community, Brisbane Multicultural Arts Centre (BEMAC) are giving away FREE room hire (up to 4hrs) for dance or theatre rehearsal sessions in our fabulous QMC auditorium. You better hurry as this will book out quickly! Go to our booking page to submit your request, and make sure you mention BEMAC CREATE in the additional notes field. http://qmc.org.au/enquiries/ *This FREE room hire is available during December (1st - 20th) and only during office hours (9am-5pm) Monday to Friday, and dependent on room and time availability. Please note: technical support lights or sound will not be included in this offer and our standard venue booking procedures apply. Further Terms and Conditions also apply.

05.01.2022 Presented by Serbian Theatre Nights in Australia, The Doll is a captivating theatre performance that will be right here on our stage Nov 20 It tells the story about a single man who after a broken seven year relationship, decides to buy the most sophisticated android woman to be his companion. Sexy robot algorithm and human emotions produce many comical situations.... This play is written by Miro Gavran, most famous Balkan play writer with over 300 premiers in region and Europe. Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/P0sYzolbefU To Book your tickets head on over to Trybooking https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=524314&

05.01.2022 Are you looking for something to do Saturday 9th November? Check out the Brisbane Chinese Culture & Arts Festival at Brisbane City Hall. There will be free public events in the afternoon and a Gala event at night. ... Experience Chinese painting, music, micro carving and much more.

05.01.2022 Our beautiful colleague Lily has been such a treasured part of our team here at QMC and Brisbane Multicultural Arts Centre (BEMAC) for many years. Today, Lily finishes up with us to move to Melbourne. We are sure she will miss the QLD sunshine , but we will miss her smiling face and beautiful spirit. We thank you for all your hard work, but most of all, we thank you for the wonderful memories and friendship Lily.

04.01.2022 Calling all artist, musicians, songwriters, performers, storytellers and arts workers in Logan and Ipswich... heres a great opportunity to recharge your creativity while in quarantine!

03.01.2022 We have FREE exhibition space available in 2020 for Visual Artists! To submit your expression of interest, email us on [email protected]

02.01.2022 Great news for the Arts and Cultural sector!

02.01.2022 Why not come out for a FREE event at the QMC thanks to JMC Academy. Their students from the contemporary music program will be presenting their final recital performances at QMC from 16-18 December . Covering a range of genres from rock, pop, funk, folk, metal, RnB, jazz and more, each student will present a set of music showcasing their performance and songwriting skills. ... For showtimes, visit our website: http://qmc.org.au/events/jmc-academy-music-recitals/

02.01.2022 J Percussion Music School - Australia presents GRAND VOYAGE this November at Queensland Multicultural Centre! This delightful showcase will bring you various masterpieces from around the world performed by JP Music school's very own percussion ensembles formed by their talented students ranging from primary school age to high school age. Specially featured performers will include our Primary Ensemble, Intermediate High Ensemble and Senior High Ensemble who are regular competi...tors and winners of the nationwide Australian Percussion Eisteddfod every year. When: November 2nd Time: 4:30PM Head on over to our website for ticketing details: http://qmc.org.au/events/grand-voyage/

02.01.2022 4 WEEKS TO GO BOOK NOW! Brisbane Ballet's new work DICHOTOMY will blow you away! ... SHOWS ON MARCH 5TH AND 6TH BOOK AT www.brisbaneballet.org.au

02.01.2022 Experience a fantastic night of wonderful Sufi Qawwali music at the QMC in the early New Year. On 2 Jan, Farhan Shah (dubbed the Pakistani Pavarotti) brings his amazing traditional Qawwali group to Brisbane together with dancer Shereen Ladha. This unique world music genre is a high energy format inspired by poetry that stretches back almost a thousand years. For more information, and to secure your tickets, go to: http://qmc.org.au//farhan-shah-brothers-shereen-ladha-qaw/

01.01.2022 Enjoy a wonderful celebration of modern cultural dance from around the world at QMC this month with Y.C.V Dance. Showcasing their work from through out the year, they will take you from Cuba with traditional Rumba to America for Urban Hip Hop and across to India with Bhangra. Get your tickets here https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=574822&