Not a Cult* at Brisbane Festival tickets
About Not a Cult*
Counterpilot has a plan for all of us. And all you have to do is say “yes”
From the award-winning techno-troublemakers behind Adrift and Truthmachine, comes a whimsical, interactive experience that we are pretty sure is not a cult...
A public spectacle of disconcerting joy, Not a Cult * invites audiences to put on a pair of headphones, don a patriotic robe, and follow pseudo-inspirational instructions from an enigmatic voice. Together, this impromptu flash mob will conduct a mysterious ritual featuring wheelie bins, tiki torches, and barbecue tongs. Before long, our army of good citizens will have taken over South Bank, spreading their message of unrelenting optimism and rabid Australiana.
Not a Cult * skewers our “she'll be right” attitude and refuses to bow down at the altar of meritocracy. Fuelled by toxic positivity, multi-level marketing schemes, and the unique purgatory of waiting on hold, this is stinging satire masquerading as a real good time.
So, are you ready to say “yes” today?
- depends how you define ‘cult’.
Run time
30min. No Interval
Categories
Events, Theatre Week
Age
Ages 15+.
Start date
10th September, 2026
End date
18th September, 2026
Venue
Festival Village, South Bank
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. Please note, as an outdoor site, the ground is uneven in some areas. On the Banks is a general‑admission event with a dedicated accessible viewing platform on The Deck. The Deck features a ramp, accessible restrooms, and easy access to food and drinks. Portable chairs are available for patrons who need one, though some seating may be uncovered as it’s an outdoor venue.
Directions
BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT: South Bank is serviced by buses, trains, and ferries. Limited parking is available nearby.
BY DROP OFF: If you’re getting dropped off, use Grey Street outside QPAC or South Brisbane Train Station. There’s a dedicated accessible pick-up and drop-off zone available on Russell Street, outside the ABC and QPAC Playhouse.
BY CAR: Parking is available at the Performing Arts Car Park (P1) via Stanley Place, with limited availability. Additional nearby options include the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre and South Bank Parklands car parks.
More information about Not a Cult*
“An enigmatic live art conspiracy which all the cool kids will want to join... no one else is making work quite like this” - The Age
“The experience was completely unlike anything we'd seen — futuristic in the most unnervingly human way… it left us walking out of there with our curiosity spiked and our reality slightly tilted. In the best way.” - 4ZZZ
Presented by: Brisbane Festival
Artists: Counterpilot
Director/Co-Writer/Co-Devisor: __Nathan Sibthorpe __
Lighting & Technical Designer/Co-Devisor: __Christine Felmingham __
Composer & Sound Designer/Co-Devisor: __Mike Willmett __
Co-Writer/Co-Devisor: Toby Martin
Technical Designer & Fabricator: __John Felmingham __
Production & Costume Designer: Chloe Greaves
Originating Costume Designer: __Sarah Winter __
Choreographer: Neridah Waters
Dramaturg: Bridget Boyle
Producer: Nicholas Southey
Voice Performances: Toby Martin, Chenoa Deemal & Kate O’Sullivan
Hero Imagery: Morgan Roberts
Title Design: Sean Dowling
Frequently asked questions
What is the running time of Not a Cult*?
Not a Cult* runs for 30min. No Interval
Which theatre is Not a Cult* at?
Not a Cult* is at South Brisbane's Festival Village, South Bank, which is located at South Bank Cultural Forecourt, Melbourne Street, South Brisbane, 4101.
How much are tickets for Not a Cult*?
Not a Cult* tickets start at $25.
What is the age recommendation for Not a Cult*?
Ages 15+.
How do you get tickets for Not a Cult*?
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