Brisbane Powerhouse
Brisbane Powerhouse
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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4.5
685 reviews
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Jim L
Brisbane, Australia94 contributions
Nov 2021
Love the place, with the history ambiance, but drink prices are way over the top. Went to a lovely performance last night ( Emma Dean), and bought a pre show drink. $11 per glass, and no glasses left for the sparkly wine, so we’re given a normal wine glass, and the sparkles were non existent. Otherwise, lovely place, and the performance was amazing. Maybe drop the drink prices a little, and people might go back for a 2nd one, without breaking the bank.
Written 21 November 2021
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BoomerLite
Melbourne, Australia20 contributions
Aug 2022
Went to see the bulding and to see what was going on. It is a performance and arts venue, not a museum or gallery, so if you go just for a poke around outside of a show there isn't much going on. The riverfront cafe is fabulous.
Written 31 August 2022
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AdventureSheSaid
Brisbane, Australia224 contributions
Sept 2022
Great venue - with a very niche/arty vibe (compared to most other theatre venues in the city) and surprising parking options (if you're not wanting to pay, do a cheeky google, there are a whole load of free options). Bar is cute & reasonably priced. There are great views from/of the Brisbane river and a lovely garden area outside the venue also. Have seen a few fabulous/wild/interesting shows during this year's Brisbane Festival!
Written 30 September 2022
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Mick R
Ayr, UK470 contributions
Feb 2020
Riverside place on walkway is good place to stop and eat or drink. Innovative use of the old building. We ordered our food and drink and paid at the bar but had a wait before we picked up our own food as there is no waiter service. Our chicken dish was good.
Written 4 February 2020
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James H
Nerang, Australia4 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Comedy Nights at the Powerhouse, but the place has food and a bar.
Desperately need more toilet facilities, and disabled toilets too. Often there are a few thpusand people here at a time, but only 1 toilet each for men and women. Very poor
Desperately need more toilet facilities, and disabled toilets too. Often there are a few thpusand people here at a time, but only 1 toilet each for men and women. Very poor
Written 7 March 2020
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sonia
Queensland, Australia3 contributions
May 2024 • Friends
This Review is for the Food only. Eat before you go and do not order if possible Its atrousious plus bad presentation . (Photo attached). If i can put a zero as a Review I would of . Especially cheese platter . It was My first visit ever to this Food outlet and it was so dissappointing for the price they charge . Not worth a dime , shocking 🤮
Written 20 May 2024
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CasandraTP
Sydney, Australia4,294 contributions
Oct 2024 • Friends
This is a fascinating old building which had been converted into a live venue. On Saturday mornings there is a farmers market next door which is fabulous. The building has great street art on it and really interesting sculptures as well. Do look at the signs as they are not as they appear to be. It is easy to get to via city cat and worth checking out their website for live shows.
Written 13 October 2024
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621dougw
Gold Coast, Australia237 contributions
Dec 2022
Visited the Brisbane Powerhouse in December 2022 to attend a Cirque de Solais circus. The venue is really nice, right on the river with beautiful views and parking is
plentiful. The restaurants within the venue are also of a high standard.
plentiful. The restaurants within the venue are also of a high standard.
Written 23 December 2022
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Jeff M
Perth, Australia109 contributions
Feb 2021
Had a small portion of my photoshoot being done at the brick wall. It was out of our way to drive up to the place, and only really has the one wall that everyone takes photos next to. If you live nearby or don't mind the time spent to get from there and back, then it is a great location, as you won't find anything similar to it. But just for a couple of photos, it isn't worth it.
Written 20 July 2021
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Nick G
Brisbane, Australia59 contributions
Mar 2020
This place is great!! it get the comedy festival each year in March and has some of the best espresso martin's in Brisbane.
It an old building that has been restored and is located on the Brisbane river. It has some free comedy each Friday afternoon.
It an old building that has been restored and is located on the Brisbane river. It has some free comedy each Friday afternoon.
Written 5 March 2020
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Hey, I'm a university student undertaking an assessment in regards to the Powerhouse. For personal reasons im unable to go and see it myself unfortunately but if you don't mind I would really appreciate you answering a couple simple questions I have:
1. Inside, is each level divided into a certain art? Say for examply one level contains a range of paintings and the next is for performing arts and the next is for music or anything similar?
2. Did you find it would be difficult for local and unknown artists to be represented inside the powerhouse and show off their own art?
3. Do you believe the Powerhouse is taking advantage of the resources and range of creative talent?
PS. As mentioned, I am asking in regards to a QUT Uni assessment so ANY feedback goes a long way.
Kind Regards, Pat :)
Written 19 September 2017
Hi Pat,
I wasn't there long enough to have a good look around, so I can't answer your questions.
Written 19 September 2017
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