Upcoming shows
From January 30, 2026
The Whitlams
With Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Whitlams joins the Sydney Symphony Orchestra in two performances of their renowned symphonic collaboration on Friday 30 and Saturday 31 January at the State Theatre. The Whitlams was the first Australian indie band to perform with Australia's finest orchestras back in 2004, and the show has developed in the ensuing 20 years as new albums have been written and released.
February 5, 2026
The Rock Orchestra
By Candlelight
The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight comes to Australia with a 90-minute concert, breathing beautifully dark energy into legendary Rock & Metal.
February 7, 2026
John Williamson
55 YEARS - My Travellin' Days are Done!
Presented by 2GB. What can be said about John Williamson that hasn’t already been said? 2025 will mark his 55th year in the industry.
February 17, 2026
An Evening With Gillian Welch & David Rawlings
And just like that, they’re back! After a stellar sold out run earlier this year of three Sydney Opera Houses and five Hamer Halls in Melbourne, Gillian Welch and David Rawlings make an exciting return to Australia for the second leg of their Woodland campaign. This time hittin’ the road from Queensland and making their way down the East Coast, with a slight detour to Adelaide, then finishing in regional Victoria.
February 20, 2026
Ben Folds & A Piano
Featuring Lindsey Kraft
Frontier Touring are thrilled to welcome Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter and New York Times Best Selling author, Ben Folds, back to Australia next February and March as part of his Ben Folds & A Piano tour.
From February 21, 2026
Gregory Alan Isakov
An Initimate Acoustic Evening
GRAMMY-nominated singer, songwriter and musician Gregory Alan Isakov returns to Australia for his third tour performing in an intimate acoustic format.
From February 25, 2026
Bernard Fanning
Tea & Sympathy 20th Anniversary Tour
One of Australia’s most celebrated singer-songwriters, Bernard Fanning, is taking his celebration of 20 years of Tea & Sympathy around Australia in February and March 2026, playing all the songs from the album and more.
From February 27, 2026
Human Nature
Motown 20th Anniversary: Regional Tour Part 2
The 2026 Southern tour will kick off with a return to one of their favourite venues in Australia and a special hometown show – the Sydney State Theatre. Sydney fans will have the opportunity to join Human Nature pre-show with a special VIP Package. The HN Pre-Show Soul Jam offers rare backstage access, where VIP guests will enjoy an intimate acoustic set as Andrew, Mike, Phil, and Toby warm up for the main event.
March 7, 2026
The Fab Four
The Ultimate Tribute
Abstract Touring is proud to announce The Fab Four, direct from the United States, described by the LA Times as “The greatest Beatles show in the world.”
March 17, 2026
An Intimate Evening with Celtic Thunder
A Celebration of Their Greatest Songs
Fans of the internationally renowned Irish music phenomenon, Celtic Thunder, are in for a special treat as the group announces their brand-new show, An Intimate Evening with Celtic Thunder - touring Australia in March 2026.
April 15, 2026
K-POP ICONS LIVE
Get ready to sing, dance, and party like never before with K-POP ICONS LIVE, the ultimate concert experience celebrating the global music phenomenon, K-Pop!
April 18, 2026
Leo Sayer
Still Feel Like Dancing?
After the Sold Out success of his 2025 UK and Ireland Tour, music legend Leo Sayer will be returning home to Australia for his first tour down under in six years …and he still feels like dancing! Leo has spent over five decades as an iconic singer and songwriter. With this performance, Leo and his band bring boundless energy, exuberance and a hit packed show to some of his favourite venues across the country.
April 24, 2026
Queen Forever
Greatest Hits Tour - 20th Anniversary
The lights go down, the crowd roars, and from the first note you know — this is Queen, as it should be. In 2026, Queen Forever celebrates 20 years with their Greatest Hits Tour – 20th Anniversary, the ultimate tribute to rock’s most iconic band.
May 1, 2026
PUPO
50th Anniversary World Tour
Celebrate five decades of unforgettable hits with Italian music legend Pupo, joined by diva Fiordaliso. One night of passion, nostalgia, and pure Italian magic!
From May 14, 2026
The Waterboys
THE WATERBOYS make their long-awaited return to Australia and New Zealand in May 2026 their first tour in over a decade!
June 19, 2026
The Film Music of Hans Zimmer Orchestrated
Are you a fan of Hans Zimmer’s epic film scores? Now you can experience them Live in Concert with The George Ellis Symphony Orchestra! For one night only, hear all the majestic sounds come to life right before your very eyes.
November 14, 2026
The Bootleg Beatles
Celebrating the music of The Fab Four on Film
Featuring hits from A Hard Day’s Night, Help!, Magical Mystery Tour, Yellow submarine and Let it Be, The Bootleg Beatles and their eight piece orchestra will take you on a whistle stop trip through the celluloid career of the Fab Four in their brand new spectacular multi-media stage show.