The ultimate theatre guide to Melbourne
Theatre's back in a big way in Melbourne. See mammoth productions of blockbuster musicals and shows, or head along to hidden venues for something a little more unique.
Unmissable theatre events
Disney's Beauty and the Beast the Musical
Experience Disney's new enchanting musical, Beauty and the Beast.
Tina: The Tina Turner Musical
The inspiring life story of the Queen of Rock, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them.
My Brilliant Career
A new adaptation of the timeless classic that channels that fire into a high-energy musical.
A Christmas Carol
A big-hearted, smash-hit production of one man's transformation from resentment to redemption.
Love Actually? The Musical Parody
An unforgettable show that celebrates love, laughter and the spirit of the season.
Comedy, cabaret and burlesque
The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
Be captivated with over two hours of cabaret, burlesque comedy, sideshow and an array of surprises.
Improvised Comedy: The Remix
Improvised comedy from true stories, sampled and remixed to create comedy gold.
Something Good: Improv Comedy Show
Enjoy long form improv at its finest, with famous faces dropping by each week.
Improvised Comedy: F#*k This, I Quit
This show uses your work stories to create hilarious inmprovised scenes.
Hofbrauhaus Trivia Experience mit Ben Sorensen
Join Ben Sorensen’s free weekly Hofbrauhaus trivia experience.
Kid's theatre and family shows
The Australian Ballet: Storytime Ballet
Be enchanted by The Sleeping Beauty, a Storytime Ballet for kids aged three years and up.
Farmer's Daughters
A three-storey farm-to-table venue from Alejandro Saravia, celebrating the Gippsland region.
Bodega Underground
Bodega is a late night taqueria and underground mezcaleria in the basement of the Crossley Hotel.
Sake Restaurant & Bar
This luxurious dining space at Hamer Hall offers premium Japanese dishes and sake.
More to explore
Theatre and shows
Discover Melbourne's hit musicals, cutting-edge theatre and late-night cabaret shows.
The best pre- and post-theatre dining in Melbourne
Fuel up before a big show or extend your city visit at these local eateries.
Best pre-theatre dining deals
The ultimate pre-theatre dining deals. Pub grub to Mexican feasts, here's the best for all budgets.
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Christmas
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Explore a wonderland of events and dazzling decorations as the city comes to life this Christmas.
Christmas eat and drink
Feeling festive? Sip mistletoe martinis at a rooftop bar or dine under the lights in a laneway.
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Melbourne Museum
Explore history, culture, science, and nature at this popular Melbourne attraction.
THE LUME Melbourne
Experience art, dining, wellness and more like never before across 3000sqm of immersive space.