Melt Festival has revealed their first artist for its 2025 program! In celebration of LGBTQIA+ artists and allies, Brisbane will proudly host the legendary star of stage and screen, Bernadette Peters, for an exclusive Australian performance in October.
It’s set to be the iconic star’s first Australian performance in over a decade and a major cultural moment for theatre and music lovers alike. An Evening with Bernadette Peters will hit the Brisbane Convention Centre on Friday 24 October.
With a prolific career spanning six decades, Peters remains one of entertainment’s most celebrated performers. She has captivated audiences across stage, film and television, earning Tony Awards, a Golden Globe and Emmy nominations.
Renowned for creating the roles of The Witch in Into the Woods and Dot in Sunday in the Park with George in the original Broadway productions, Peters is a defining voice in musical theatre and continues to amass new fans.
Peters has appeared on both The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and Jimmy Kimmel Live! over the past few weeks. She is currently performing in the highly anticipated Broadway season of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends. Following acclaimed runs in the West End and Los Angeles, the show is receiving widespread praise. This is further cementing her enduring legacy and connection to the work of Stephen Sondheim.
Peters’ extensive body of work includes iconic film appearances in The Jerk, Pennies from Heaven (for which she won a Golden Globe) and Annie. Beloved television roles include Mozart in the Jungle, The Good Fight and Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist.
Peters is an icon of the LGBTQIA+ community and tireless advocate and fundraiser for AIDS patients and research via her work with the Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Her performance at Melt Festival is set to be a powerful celebration of both artistry and activism, reflecting her enduring commitment to the community and the causes she champions.
Bernadette Peters will be supported by Camerata – Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra.
Melt Festival is one of Australia’s largest LGBTQIA+ arts festivals, celebrating queer culture through theatre, music, visual arts and performance. Hosted annually in Brisbane, it brings together both emerging and established artists from across the globe to showcase diverse and groundbreaking work. The festival is a vibrant and inclusive event that highlights the rich tapestry of LGBTQIA+ storytelling and creativity.
Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the legendary Bernadette Peters live in Brisbane!
If you purchase a premium ticket before 11.59 AEST 8 May you will automatically go into the ballot to be eligible for an exclusive VIP upgrade! The exclusive VIP packages include best seats in the house and the opportunity to meet Bernadette Peters after the performance.
Be the first to grab your tickets and be part of this unforgettable, exclusive Australian show at Melt Festival 2025.
An Evening With Bernadette Peters runs on 24 October 2025 at Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre as part of 2025 Melt Festival.
Tickets: https://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=BERNAPE25
Website: https://www.melt.org.au/
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/melt.fest/
Melt is supported by the Queensland Government, through Tourism and Events Queensland, and Brisbane City Council, through Brisbane Economic Development Agency.
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