Melbourne's theatre scene offers a wealth of entertainment, from hit musicals to cutting-edge performances and late-night cabaret shows.

10 Jul - 11 Sep

9 to 5 The Musical

Set the alarm for a great night out at Dolly Parton's joyous smash hit musical 9 to 5!

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16 Mar - 18 Dec

Hamilton

The award-winning musical has arrived in Melbourne.

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17 May - 27 Nov

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

The brand-new production can now be enjoyed in one magical afternoon or evening.

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The ultimate theatre guide to Melbourne

What's on in Melbourne's theatres, clubs, cabaret bars and comedy spots.

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20 Aug - 1 Oct

Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Moulin Rouge! The Musical returns to Melbourne in 2023.

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7 Aug - 9 Oct

Hairspray

The multi award-winning Broadway musical opens at the Regent Theatre in August.

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12 Jul - 21 Aug

SIX The Musical

Think you know Tudor history? Think again.

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4 Nov - 6 Nov

Titanic The Musical: In Concert

A stunning concert celebrating the 110th anniversary of the legacy of the Titanic.

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Melbourne's essential night-time events

From hidden laneway markets to winter wonderlands, Melbourne gets lit once the lights go out.

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3 Oct

American Opera Double Bill

An enlivening exploration of contemporary opera.

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12 Aug - 26 Aug

Smells Like a Song

A fully improvised musical where you call for the songs!

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21 Sep - 2 Oct

All the Hours

Sister Bernard, a Cistercian nun of strict observance, has been confined to her cell.

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28 Sep - 2 Oct

Ken's Quest

An entertaining stage adaptation of a novel about the working visa ambitions of Ken.

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16 Sep - 22 Oct

Ghost Stories

The international stage phenomenon and hit West End play comes to Melbourne.

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24 Aug - 4 Sep

Amleth: No-Lander Mark

A story of betrayal, revenge and an ever-questioned matter of 'justice'.

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27 Sep - 2 Oct

The Measure of a Moment

A soulful reimagining of 1890s Melbourne.

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31 Aug - 11 Sep

Curveball

A pre-post apocalyptic tragic comedy about the possible end of the Earth.

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4 Mar - 14 Oct

The Australian Ballet: Behind The Scenes

Go behind the scenes and spend a morning with the dancers.

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14 Sep - 24 Sep

The Humans

Powerful and poignant theatre about family dynamics and ageing.

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11 Aug - 10 Dec

Princes of the Night

Enjoy the glitz and glamour of this weekly cabaret show.

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13 May - 19 Nov

Comedy Republic's Main Stage

Enjoy Comedy Republic's signature line-up show every Friday and Saturday night.

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30 Jul - 27 Aug

Maestro Impro

Get ready for mayhem at this high-stakes improvisation showdown.

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23 Sep - 31 Oct

Mad Hatters Tea Party

Fall down the rabbit hole at StoryVille.

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26 Aug - 27 Aug

More Than Words Can Say

Seven deaf artists explore the significance and promise of signed stories.

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2 Sep - 18 Sep

K-Box

K-Box brings humour, guts and hard truths to the suburban family dinner table.

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6 Aug - 20 Aug

The Saturday Experiment: Rap About It

An hilarious improvised hip hop musical where your suggestions are king.

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23 Sep

Toe fai!

Using storytelling and dance, what happens when technology allows memory to dissolve.

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9 Sep - 10 Sep

One Man In His Time: John Bell and Shakespeare

Spend an evening with John Bell as he shares his humour, wit and a lifetime of Shakespeare.

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13 Oct

Syzygy Ensemble: Rejuvenate

Listen to dynamic works performed by a chamber music ensemble.

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26 May - 31 Aug

Darkfield

Be immersed in four shipping container experiences: Séance, Flight, Coma and Eulogy.

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Melbourne's major theatres

Arts Centre Melbourne

With its iconic spire, the Arts Centre Melbourne is a cultural and architectural landmark.

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Princess Theatre

Melbourne’s iconic Princess Theatre is regarded by many as Melbourne’s most spectacular landmark.

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Her Majesty's Theatre

This heritage-listed theatre has provided entertainment for Melbourne since 1886.

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Regent Theatre

This landmark theatre is one of Melbourne’s premier live performance venues.

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Comedy Theatre

The historic Comedy Theatre hosts musicals, drama and yes, comedies.

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Malthouse Theatre

Contemporary theatre in Southbank presenting inventive theatrical performances.

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Athenaeum Theatre

This heritage-listed venue hosts comedy, music and theatre.

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Southbank Theatre

Performance space and home of the Melbourne Theatre Company.

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Chinatown

Let the hanging lanterns guide you along Little Bourke Street into Australia’s oldest Chinatown.

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Film

Melbourne has a thriving film scene, with film festivals and screenings at cinemas year-round.

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Museums and art galleries

Explore Melbourne's public museums and galleries along with artist-run and commercial galleries.

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Monthly highlights

Make the most of your visit to Melbourne with our monthly guides to what's on in the city.

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