# The Last Ship

- **Activity Name**: The Last Ship
- **Location**: Glasshouse Theatre, Russell Street, South Brisbane QLD, Australia
- **City**: Brisbane
- **State**: QL
- **Country**: Australia
- **Duration**: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
- **Activity URL**: https://allevents.in/brisbane/things-to-do/the-last-ship-aid0p38fm1

## About this Activity

Why watch The Last Ship


Written, composed and starring international music icon Sting, THE LAST SHIP arrives in Brisbane for its Southern Hemisphere debut at QPAC’s Glasshouse Theatre in 2026.


Inspired by Sting’s childhood in Wallsend in the United Kingdom, THE LAST SHIP tells the story of a community facing the disappearance of their shipyard.


Sting takes on the leading role of Jackie White, bringing personal depth and a moving tribute to the people and place that shaped him.


Expect a sweeping score of raw folk, rousing choirs, and tender ballads with favorites like Island of Souls, All This Time, and When We Dance.


The story
Set in the shipbuilding town of Wallsend in the United Kingdom, THE LAST SHIP tells the story of a close-knit community facing the closure of their local shipyard, with foreman Jackie White leading the workers in a final act of defiance to build one last ship, intertwining themes of love, loss, and community.

## Pricing

- **Starting Price**: AUD 194.61
- **Currency**: AUD

## Essential Information

- **Location**: Glasshouse Theatre, Russell Street, South Brisbane QLD, Australia
- **Address**: Brisbane, QL, Australia
- **Coordinates**: -27.445185643303, 153.10641579692

## About the place

Written, composed and starring international music icon Sting, THE LAST SHIP arrives in Brisbane for its Southern Hemisphere debut at QPAC’s Glasshouse Theatre in 2026.


Inspired by Sting’s childhood in Wallsend in the United Kingdom, THE LAST SHIP tells the story of a community facing the disappearance of their shipyard.


Sting takes on the leading role of Jackie White, bringing personal depth and a moving tribute to the people and place that shaped him.


Expect a sweeping score of raw folk, rousing choirs, and tender ballads with favorites like Island of Souls, All This Time, and When We Dance.


The story
Set in the shipbuilding town of Wallsend in the United Kingdom, THE LAST SHIP tells the story of a close-knit community facing the closure of their local shipyard, with foreman Jackie White leading the workers in a final act of defiance to build one last ship, intertwining themes of love, loss, and community.

## Additional Information

This activity is non-refundable and cannot be cancelled. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.

## Frequently Asked Questions

- **Q**: Show details
  - **A**: Categories: Musical, Stars on stage, True story, Drama
- **Q**: Cast & crew
  - **A**:
    - Music and lyrics by Sting.
    - New book by Barney Norris and Lorne Campbell.
    - Based on the original book by John Logan and Brian Yorkey
- **Q**: Additional info
  - **A**:
    - This show is suitable for ages 12 years and above.
    - Age suitability recommendations are just suggestions. So, trust your judgment when booking tickets for any show, and enjoy!
    - Most theatres are air-conditioned year-round, so it can get a bit chilly. Bring a light jacket just in case.

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## Activity Tags

- **Tags**: Musicals, Performances, Live Shows, Classical, Folk, Hard Rock, Dinner

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