Dinner Before Death of a Salesman — Lyric Theatre, QPAC
Arthur Miller's towering American masterpiece returns to Brisbane starring Anthony LaPaglia as Willy Loman. A landmark production at the Lyric Theatre, QPAC for a limited season.
The show plays at the Lyric Theatre, QPAC from 28 August to 6 September 2026. Willy Loman's shattering story of dreams and disappointment — brought to life in one of the most anticipated theatrical events of the year. Make an unforgettable night of it at South Bank.
The Lyric Theatre, QPAC has strict lockout — once the show starts, latecomers may not be admitted until an interval. Don't cut it close. Here's how to plan:
| Show time | Arrive for dinner | Allows for | Walk to QPAC |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7:30pm | 5:45pm | 2 courses + drinks | Leave by 7:20pm |
| 8:00pm | 6:00pm | 2 courses + drinks | Leave by 7:50pm |
| 8:00pm | 5:30pm | 3 courses | Leave by 7:50pm |
Tell us your show time when you book — we pace the service so you're not watching the clock. The walk from our front door to the Lyric Theatre, QPAC entrance is 2 minutes. We'll point you in the right direction when you leave.
The right pre-theatre meal is satisfying without being heavy — you want to enjoy the performance, not be digesting through act two. Here's what works well at Sage Yellowfin before a show:
For the non-seafood person at the table: the eye fillet steak is consistently our best executed meat dish. Arrive at 6pm, order by 6:15, and you're walking to QPAC by 7:45 with time to find your seat.
Sage Yellowfin on Little Stanley Street is 160 metres from the QPAC Lyric Theatre — a 2-minute flat walk. We specialise in pre-theatre dining and time your service around your curtain call. Book by 6pm for evening performances.
Book for 6:00pm for an 8pm show — this gives you two comfortable courses and a drink, with time to walk to QPAC. For three courses, arrive at 5:30pm. Always mention your show time when booking so we can pace service accordingly.
Sage Yellowfin is at 24/164 Little Stanley Street, South Bank — approximately 160 metres from the QPAC Lyric Theatre entrance. It is a flat, well-lit 2-minute walk. We'll point you in the right direction when you leave.
Yes — Anthony LaPaglia's return to the stage is a major event and South Bank restaurants fill fast on theatre nights. We strongly recommend booking your dinner table at least 2–3 days in advance. Same-day bookings may be available by phone but can't be guaranteed.
Yes — we regularly host groups of 4 to 20 for pre-theatre dinners. For groups of 8 or more, contact us directly by phone or WhatsApp so we can arrange seating and timing to ensure everyone is at QPAC with time to spare.
Book your pre-show table at Sage Yellowfin. 160 metres from the QPAC Lyric Theatre — service timed to your curtain call.
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