Melbourne's theatre scene offers a wealth of entertainment, from hit musicals to cutting-edge performances and late-night cabaret shows.
The ultimate theatre guide to Melbourne
What's on in Melbourne's theatres, clubs, cabaret bars and comedy spots.
Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
The inspiring life story of the Queen of Rock, who didnât just break the rules â she rewrote them.
Love Actually? The Musical Parody
An unforgettable show that celebrates love, laughter and the spirit of the season.
The Australian Ballet: Storytime Ballet
Be enchanted by The Sleeping Beauty, a Storytime Ballet for kids aged three years and up.
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Disney's Beauty and the Beast the Musical
Experience Disney's new enchanting musical, Beauty and the Beast.
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Carnival of Karactors
A monthly cabaret show featuring sexy and silly circus artists, comedians and burlesque performers.
The Female Pope
Witness Rakini Devi's powerful transformative durational performance as part of Asia TOPA.
Sunday Night Stand Up Comedy Show
A mix of comics from the TV and radio, alongside some future stars.
Tiny, Fluffy, Sweet
Ultra-cute content steals the spotlight in this endearing new performance premiere.
Lucy Best's Disgraceful Christmas
A naughty and nice one-woman comedy cabaret christmas show, performed by heathen and elf, Lucy Best.
The Nutcracker
Journey to the Land of Sweets and create lasting memories with this Christmas ballet favourite.
New Year's Eve (& The Day Before) Gala Concerts
These gala concerts are Melbourneâs favourite way to ring in the new year.
The Merry Wives of Windsor
A vibrant and eclectic adaption of the great Sir John Fallstaffâs last stand.
Asia TOPA: Bread, Circuses and Home
An installation and performance series about migration by Delhi-based artist duo Thukral and Tagra.
One Day in September
A new musical exploring the story of a footballer grappling with his personal and private lives.
Alice in Wonderland
Lewis Carrollâs timeless classic is returning to Melbourne for a limited season at the Athenaeum.
The Comics Lounge Comedy Club
Enjoy a night of laughs, cocktails, food and friends with stand-up comedy acts.
Whoop Dee Doo Revue
A full evening of entertainment â a double show event of burlesque to neo performance art.
The Improv Conspiracy
Theatre and training centre with four weekly comedy nights and public workshops on improvisation.
Golden Blood
Golden Blood will set your pulse racing all the way to its inevitable, heart-rending climax.
Club Voltaire
Intimate theatre space in North Melbourne hosting a variety of shows and entertainment.
Melbourne's major theatres
Princess Theatre
Melbourneâs iconic Princess Theatre is regarded by many as Melbourneâs most spectacular landmark.
Her Majesty's Theatre
This heritage-listed theatre has provided entertainment for Melbourne since 1886.
Arts Centre Melbourne
With its iconic spire, the Arts Centre Melbourne is a cultural and architectural landmark.
La Mama Courthouse
One of the great independent theatres of the city with a focus on diversity and inclusivity.
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La Mama Courthouse
One of the great independent theatres of the city with a focus on diversity and inclusivity.
Speakeasy Theatre
A vaudeville theatre presenting burlesque and cabaret shows, as well as comedy and circus acts.
The Butterfly Club
An intimate theatre hosting quirky performances and serving cocktails in bars with kitsch decor.
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