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.
Grease the Musical
Grease returns to the Australian stage in a new, multi-million dollar live production.
Mamma Mia! The Musical
The smash hit phenomenon returns for an ultimate night of music, love, laughter and friendship.
La Cage Aux Folles
Enjoy this all singing, all dancing, all laughing journey to the night life of St Tropez.
Death of a Salesman
See Anthony LaPaglia's in his Australian stage debut in Arthur Miller's masterpiece.
Melbourne Fringe Festival
Melbourne Fringe Festival is Victoria's largest independent arts festival.
Arts Centre Melbourne
With its iconic spire, the Arts Centre Melbourne is a cultural and architectural landmark.
The Australian Ballet: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
A madcap magical tale from The Australian Ballet.
Melbourne's essential night-time events
From hidden laneway markets to winter wonderlands, Melbourne gets lit once the lights go out.
8 reasons to leave work on time
Get the best happy hour deals, cheap tickets to amazing shows and more.
Melbourne's best rainy day activities for kids
Find the best indoor family activities during the school holidays.
The best kid's theatre shows on in Melbourne
Featuring musical theatre, free plays, puppet shows and more.
Melbourne's best drag shows and queer-friendly venues
Find drag bingo, burlesque life drawing, cabaret and the best queer-friendly venues in Melbourne.
Carnival of Karactors
A rotating cast of steamy, sexy and silly circus artists, comedians and burlesque performers.
Dream Factory
Be transported into the real and imagined worlds of neurodiverse and mixed ability artists.
Moosh the Hobo Cat
A poetical play about life on the streets and doing it hard in contemporary society.
Myth, Propaganda and Disaster and the Heirs of America
The story of an outspoken political activist and student in a conspiracy theory-obsessed Australia.
Halloween Murder at the Manor
Solve the quintessentially British whodunnit while you enjoy a delicious three-course dinner.
Maho Magic Bar
Be transported to downtown Tokyo for a neon-lit night of mischief, magic, laughter and cocktails.
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill
Zahra Newman stars as Billie Holiday in an extraordinary showcase of acting and vocal mastery.
Melbourne's major theatres
Princess Theatre
Melbourne’s iconic Princess Theatre is regarded by many as Melbourne’s 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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The best pre- and post-theatre dining in Melbourne
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