Griffith University is proud to partner with the Queensland Performing Arts Centre to present this exciting new production of Grease. This is a chance for audiences to see the next generation of musical theatre stars in the state’s premier performing arts venue.
At Griffith University, our world-class performing arts programs are training the next generation of musicians, actors and performers – using the arts to transform lives and create a better future for all.
Our program has a focus on industry engagement, and it is vital that our students build their professional networks and gain exposure to the industry while they study. Our longstanding association with QPAC has provided once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for our students.
Queensland Conservatorium alumnus Shubshri Kandiah was discovered during a partnership program with QPAC and later made her professional debut at the Lyric Theatre in Disney’s Aladdin.
Our young cast is excited to bring this modern-day revival of Grease to the Lyric stage this November. The premiere season at QCGU earlier this year was a hit, with a reimagined production breathing fresh life into the show.
Theatre has the power to transform, transport and inspire and this production encourages audiences to consider the challenges facing our society, from gender equity to social justice. Theatre goers can expect everything they love about Grease and more, with some unique changes that bring it very much into 2021.
The double cast production involves our entire musical theatre cohort accompanied by talented musicians from the Queensland Conservatorium. This is much more than just putting on a show. It provides students with an opportunity to develop and hone techniques over several performances that are essential for their growth as performers
Professor Carolyn Evans – Griffith University Vice Chancellor
We are committed to fostering and showcasing the rich artistic talent we have here in Queensland. We’ve long partnered with QCGU to provide performance opportunities for students from The Con (Conservatorium) at QPAC’s popular Green Jam sessions, our annual Spirit of Christmas concerts and our The Sky’s the Limit professional development programs led by high profile visiting international and local artists,
Taking to the stage of QPAC’s largest theatre will be an incredible experience for the close to 70 students. It is very rare that we’d have availability in our largest theatre’s schedule to enable us to give these future stars the chance to shine on the big stage and so this opportunity really is a silver lining in amongst the cloud of COVID.
“The QCGU Musical Theatre degree graduates are highly regarded within the industry nationwide. We have seen many young graduates go on to secure professional roles in major productions and I encourage audiences to support and enjoy this fresh take on Rydell High’s class of ‘59’s enduring story
John Kotzas – QPAC Chief Executive
