Music in the Upper House

Music in the Upper House returns this September following the smashingly successful 2025 Opera in the Upper House. Don't miss your chance to experience Australia's premier musical performance staged in a former parliamentary chamber.

Featuring exceptional vocalists accompanied by an instrumental trio, this unique performance blends opera, classical favourites and contemporary works. From Beethoven to The Beatles, each carefully curated piece is chosen to complement the grandeur and history of the setting.

Set within Queensland's historic Upper House, this one-night-only event combines music, heritage and purpose. Beneath glittering Waterford chandeliers and 22-carat gold-leaf ceilings, experience a captivating new production by Viva La Musica, featuring rising stars of Australian music and the vibrant Viva La Musica Voices Program.

Presented by the Queensland Former Parliamentary Members' Association, this exclusive evening supports Drug ARM's Brisbane Street Outreach Services and celebrates timeless themes of romance, betrayal and politics in a chamber where politics once ruled.

Whether you're a seasoned music lover, a curious newcomer, or simply seeking a rare cultural experience with heart, this is a night not to be missed.

Tickets

General Admission (7.30pm performance)
Chamber Floor Seats - $55 + booking fee SOLD OUT

Chamber Gallery Seats - $45 + booking fee

A cash bar will open on the President's Verandah from 6.30pm for guests attending the performance.

Pre-show Dinner at Strangers' Restaurant (6.00pm) SOLD OUT
$85 SOLD OUT
Bookings must be made directly with Parliament House: https://bit.ly/mituhdinner SOLD OUT

Pre-show Dinner at Strangers' Restaurant - SOLD OUT

Begin your evening in timeless elegance at historic Strangers' Restaurant, located within the Parliament House precinct.

Settle into the restaurant's late Victorian charm and enjoy a refined two-course modern Australian menu showcasing the finest seasonal Queensland produce.

As dinner concludes, you'll be perfectly placed to step into the grandeur of the Upper House Chamber for an unforgettable evening of music.

Dinner bookings must be made directly through Parliament House: https://bit.ly/mituhdinner

Show Time

7.30pm to 8.45pm
No interval

About the Venue

Immerse yourself in the history of Queensland democracy within the architecturally stunning Queensland Parliament House.

The performance will be held in the Legislative Council Chamber, the former Upper House of Queensland Parliament. Since the Upper House was abolished in 1922, the chamber has been reserved for significant parliamentary events, including the Opening of Parliament and Estimates Committee hearings.

Learn more about the chamber's history:
http://www.parliament.qld.gov.au/explore/history/parliament-house/inside-parliament-house/legislative-council-chamber

Dress Code

Business casual or business formal (no jeans).

Parking

There is no parking available onsite. However, several nearby car parks offer reduced evening rates, and limited street parking may be available on Alice Street.

If you require accessible parking, please contact our team on (07) 3620 8805 or email marketing@drugarm.com.au.

Admission to the Venue

Please bring a valid photo ID for security screening at the Alice Street entrance to the Parliamentary Annexe.

Guests will receive a name badge upon entry and are required to wear it at all times while within the Parliament House precinct.