Theatre and shows

20 Dec – 1 Feb

Anastasia the Musical

Discover the romantic and adventure-filled Broadway production inspired by the beloved film.

Until 28 Sep

The Lark

From the creators of the critically acclaimed Mother, comes the world premiere of The Lark.

9 Sep – 14 Dec

MJ The Musical

A look into the life, music and career of one of the most influential artists in music history.

1 – 4 Oct

Sh!t Theatre: Or What's Left of Us

Folk music and grief collide in this award-winning true crime tale.

25 Oct – 29 Nov

Dying: A Memoir

Equally moving and hilarious, Cory Taylor’s last work has been adapted by Benjamin Law.

24 – 26 Sep

An Evening on Broadway

An extraordinary celebration of musical theatre.

16 – 18 Oct

First Trimester

First Trimester explores human connection and parenthood

23 – 27 Sep

Seen and Heard

An interactive performance where kids give parenting advice (8 to 12 years).

4 Sep

Neon Nights

An unforgettable modern cabaret experience – an explosive blend of rhythm, music and dance.

Until 13 Sep

Destiny

This family drama serves as a potent reminder that the past is always with us.

14 Nov – 19 Dec

Much Ado About Nothing

Shakespeare’s classic comedy of love’s ecstasy and complexities.

5 Oct

Unwoman (The Protest)

A durational artwork celebrating the multitude of experiences around birth, fertility and pregnancy.

15 – 19 Oct

Women in Red

Solo theatre presenting a layered exploration of women’s lives in contemporary society.

Melbourne's essential night-time events

From hidden laneway markets to epic pop-ups, Melbourne gets lit once the lights go out.

1 – 19 Oct

Tattoo Show

A live art, truth and dare show featuring a professional tattoo artist.

7 Sep

Merry Wives of Windsor Dress Rehearsal

Experience a charming opera rehearsal by the renowned Lyster Opera Company.

10 Sep – 4 Oct

The 39 Steps

Four actors, 130 characters and 100 minutes of hilarity.

14 Sep

Ink'laab: Write the Revolution

Join an evening of revolutionary poetry, storytelling and live music performances.

25 Oct – 23 Nov

Hair: The Tribal Love Rock Musical

Take the trip to see the brand-new reimagined production of the musical, Hair.

13 – 14 Sep

Then What?! Children's Writing Workshop

Learn how to be a super special storyteller in this workshop for children aged 5 to 7 years.

Until 13 Dec

Carnival of Karactors

A monthly cabaret show featuring sexy and silly circus artists, comedians and magic performers.

11 – 28 Sep

Othello

A gripping, unflinching take on one of Shakespeare’s greatest plays.

Until 14 Sep

Sunday Night Stand Up Comedy Show

A stand-up comedy show featuring eight different comics, with a new lineup each week.

8 – 18 Oct

Falling Heads

Raw, dynamic, actor's theatre in a North Melbourne hidden-gem performance space.

15 – 19 Oct

What Doesn't Kill You

This award-winning comedy show arrives in Melbourne after selling out Edinburgh Fringe.

15 – 19 Oct

Poems of a Transsexual Nature

A new play on the reckless escapades of a transmasc with a god complex.

Until 17 Jan

Burlesque Lounge

Melbourne's sparkling burlesque dinner show experience right in the heart of the city

31 Oct – 5 Nov

The Barber of Seville

A rollicking, laugh-out-loud comedy about everyone’s favourite friendly neighbourhood barber.

2 Nov

Opera Up Late with Reuben Kaye

A wild ride through the world of opera with a decidedly queer lens.

8 – 19 Oct

Murder in the Graveyard: An Improvised Whodunnit

Bring out your dead! Melbourne's award-winning improvised whodunnit returns in time for Halloween.

5 – 14 Sep

Son of Byblos

A bold and emotionally charged family drama presented by Asamina Theatre Company.

1 – 5 Oct

Horse Play: An Earnest One Man Show based on The Saddle Club

Reimagining and recontextualizing the age-old story for a modern audience.

Until 6 Sep

In The Heights

Lin-Manuel Miranda's show includes high-energy dance, soulful storytelling, and unforgettable music.

30 Sep – 5 Oct

The weather app, on my phone, at a party

A new work devised by young people, full of anxiety and joy, comedy and melancholy.

14 – 17 Oct

Requiem

Réquiem is a dance-theatre work that unravels the nexus between grief, memory and mythology.

28 Oct – 23 Nov

The Talented Mr Ripley

From Joanna Murray-Smith comes a ravishing adaptation of this 20th-century thriller.

8 – 14 Sep

Peter Baecker is Own Priscilla

From Austria to Australia, this show is a wild soundtrack of Peter's journey of self-discovery.

9 – 12 Sep

Ramone

A Work In Progress show by Ramone The Demon.

2 – 10 Oct

A Big Massive Star!

Two executioners trying to make renteth – one teen saint trying to save France.

11 – 19 Oct

Nothing to See Here, Just a Totally Normal Comedy Show

Zoe Heim and Jett Bond present a completely normal, everything above board comedy show.

Fairfax Studio

An intimate theatre presenting smaller-scale and experimental productions.

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.