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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Arts Centre Melbourne
Visit the Tix at 12 page every Tuesday at 12pm to score discounted theatre tickets for 12 hours.
Unmissable theatre events
Mamma Mia! The Musical
The smash hit phenomenon returns for an ultimate night of music, love, laughter and friendship.
Death of a Salesman
See Anthony LaPaglia's in his Australian stage debut in Arthur Miller's masterpiece.
The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
A variety revue show featuring burlesque, cabaret, comedy and bringing back good, old-fashioned fun.
Grease the Musical
Grease returns to the Australian stage in a new, multi-million dollar live production.
La Cage Aux Folles
Enjoy this all singing, all dancing, all laughing journey to the night life of St Tropez.
Kid's theatre and family shows
The best kid's theatre shows on in Melbourne
Featuring musical theatre, free plays, puppet shows and more.
Dance and performances
Comedy
Comedy Untamed
A two-hour show featuring stand-up, improvisation, line games and audience interaction.
Comedy at the Coopers Inn
A showcase of the best local, interstate and international comedians every Friday night.
Basement Comedy Club: Tony Martin and friends
Tony Martin (Have You Been Paying Attention?) headlines Basement Comedy Club on Friday and Saturday.
The Comics Lounge Comedy Club
Enjoy a night of laughs, cocktails, food and friends with stand-up comedy acts.
Kings of Comedy: Underground, Uncensored, Unrivalled
Enjoy stand-up comedy from future stars and celebrity guest headliners.
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.
The best pre- and post-theatre dining in Melbourne
Fuel up before a big show or extend your city visit at these local eateries.
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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.
The best kid's theatre shows on in Melbourne
Featuring musical theatre, free plays, puppet shows and more.
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