Drum Tao Samurai of the Drum
If you’ve got older kids or teens who love big, immersive performances, or you’re looking for a night out that feels a bit different, Drum Tao – Samurai of the Drum is coming to Bundaberg for one night of live theatre-meets-concert energy. It’s not a quiet sit-back-and-watch kind of show it’s built around rhythm, movement and spectacle, with powerful taiko drumming and strong stage presence. For families with teens, it can be a great shared experience, especially if your household enjoys music, dance, martial arts, or anything with a strong beat.
The next Bundaberg date is Sunday 19 April 2026, running from 6pm to 7:50pm at the Moncrieff Entertainment Centre. Drum Tao is known for blending traditional Japanese taiko drumming with athletic movement, choreography and dramatic staging. The production leans into a “samurai” style of precision and intensity, so audiences can expect a show that’s visually striking as well as loud in the best way. If you’re planning to take younger children, it may be worth considering how they cope with volume and late evening times, but for tweens, teens and adults, it’s a memorable kind of night out.
Events like this matter because they give families access to live performance close to home. Seeing world-class touring acts locally can spark kids’ interest in music and the arts, and it’s also a reminder that theatre isn’t just plays and musicals it can be rhythm-driven, physical, and genuinely exciting. Even for people who don’t go to shows often, this one can feel approachable because it’s so sensory and story-led through movement.
Tickets are available with a range of pricing options, including adult, concession and child tickets, as well as group pricing.
Details:
When: Sunday 19 April 2026
Time: 6pm – 7:50pm
Where: Moncrieff Entertainment Centre, Bundaberg
Cost: Adult $89.90; Concession (Pensioner/Senior/Student) $79.90; Group 10+ $79.90; Child U15 $59.90; Child under 2: Free (no seat allocated)
More info: Book Now (Moncrieff Box Office) / moncrieff@bundaberg.qld.gov.au / (07) 4130 4100
