
The ultimate theatre guide to Melbourne
See mammoth productions of blockbuster musicals and shows, or head along to hidden venues for something a little more unique.
Unmissable theatre events
Beetlejuice The Musical
The eight-time Tony Award-nominated musical is now playing at the Regent Theatre.
Kimberly Akimbo: A Musical
This Australian premiere brims with infectious energy and tunes that soar.
Mother Play
Expansive yet intimate drama charting the personal upheavals of one family starring Sigrid Thornton.
Dying: A Memoir
Equally moving and hilarious, Cory Taylor’s last work has been adapted by Benjamin Law.
In The Heights
Lin-Manuel Miranda's show includes high-energy dance, soulful storytelling, and unforgettable music.
Comedy, cabaret and burlesque
The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque
Experience Melbourne's most intimate variety show in a hidden gem of the city.
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 magic performers.
Something Good: Improv Comedy Show
Enjoy long form improv at its finest, with famous faces dropping by each week.
The Big HOO-HAA!
Fast, furious and funny, The Big HOO-HAA! is Melbourne's best-loved weekly impro comedy show.
Kid's theatre and family shows
Yong
Mixing historical fact and narrative fiction, moving from China to the goldfields of Australia.
Dog Man: The Musical
When evil cats and cyborg fish threaten the city, it's time to call in the ultimate good boy!
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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Her Majesty's Theatre
This heritage-listed theatre has provided entertainment for Melbourne since 1886.
Princess Theatre
Melbourne’s iconic Princess Theatre is regarded by many as Melbourne’s most spectacular landmark.