Company Spotlight
Queensland Ballet
Queensland Ballet is Brisbane's professional company, founded by Charles Lisner back in 1960. It became internationally visible under Li Cunxin's long tenure, and it is known for ambitious full-length classics alongside contemporary programming.
Fast facts
- Founded
- 1960
- Based in
- Brisbane, Australia
- Style
- Classical and contemporary
- Home venue
- Queensland Performing Arts Centre
What Queensland Ballet is known for
- Brisbane's professional company
- Founded by Charles Lisner
- Li Cunxin's artistic leadership era
- Full-length classical productions
Notable figures
Over its history, Queensland Ballet has been shaped by dancers and choreographers including Charles Lisner, Li Cunxin.
How to see Queensland Ballet
Catch them at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre in Brisbane, with the Thomas Dixon Centre serving as their home base and studio theatre.
Ballets in the repertoire
Classic ballets you may catch Queensland Ballet perform include The Nutcracker, Swan Lake, Giselle, Coppélia.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Queensland Ballet based?
In Brisbane, Australia, performing mainly at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre.
Who founded Queensland Ballet?
It was founded by Charles Lisner in 1960.
When was Queensland Ballet founded?
Queensland Ballet was founded in 1960 and is based in Brisbane, Australia.
Where is Queensland Ballet based?
Queensland Ballet is based in Brisbane, Australia, and performs at Queensland Performing Arts Centre.
Who are some notable dancers associated with Queensland Ballet?
Notable figures connected with Queensland Ballet include Charles Lisner, Li Cunxin.