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.
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Cruel Britannia: After Frankenstein
Score $29 tickets to see this reimagining of Shelley’s Frankenstein.
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.
Zaffé
Zaffé is an open-hearted celebration hosted by young artists from the Middle Eastern diaspora.
Comedy, cabaret and burlesque
Shimmery Burlesque
Australia's most glamorous burlesque show takes centre stage at the Athenaeum Theatre.
The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
Be captivated with over two hours of cabaret, burlesque comedy, sideshow and an array of surprises.
Comedy at the Coopers Inn
A comedy club featuring the best local, interstate and international stand-up comedians.
Improvised Comedy: The Remix
Improvised comedy from true stories, sampled and remixed to create comedy gold.
Carnival of Karactors
A monthly cabaret show featuring sexy and silly circus artists, comedians and burlesque performers.
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 Nutcracker
Journey to the Land of Sweets and create lasting memories with this Christmas ballet favourite.
Hansel and Gretel for Schools and Families
A performance of the opera Hänsel und Gretel sung in English and designed for kids and families.
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.
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Best pre-theatre dining deals
The ultimate pre-theatre dining deals. Pub grub to Mexican feasts, here's the best for all budgets.
Last updated on Tue 12 Nov 2024
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