Theatre and shows

The ultimate theatre guide to Melbourne

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

Until 29 Dec

Tina: The Tina Turner Musical

The inspiring life story of the Queen of Rock, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them.

6 – 16 Nov

Made in China 2.0

This critically acclaimed work is an illuminating portrait of family and popular culture.

24 – 26 Oct

Batman in Concert

Experience the epic world of Gotham City in an unforgettable night for Batman fans of all ages.

Until 6 Oct

Private View

Enter into a world of unspoken stories and secret longing.

11 reasons to leave work on time

Get the best happy hour deals, cheap tickets to amazing shows and more.

Until 20 Oct

Melbourne Fringe Festival

Experience Victoria's largest independent arts festival.

Until 29 Dec

Disney's Beauty and the Beast the Musical

Experience Disney's new enchanting musical, Beauty and the Beast.

22 Nov – 29 Dec

A Christmas Carol

A big-hearted, smash-hit production of one man's transformation from resentment to redemption.

16 Feb – 16 Mar

And Then There Were None

A brand-new production of the bestselling crime novel of all time.

Melbourne's essential night-time events

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

Arts House

Contemporary arts space presenting performances, exhibitions and community projects.

Until 14 Dec

Carnival of Karactors

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

8 – 12 Oct

Bianka Ismailovski: Working Girl

Laugh out loud at ethically non-monogamous, queer, sober comedian Bianka’s wild life.

Until 6 Oct

The Migration Office: A Variety Hour Comedy Show

Bringing rich cultural experiences to the table for an hour of standup, clowning and improv.

5 Oct

City North Fest!

Take a speculative dive into shared futures at City North Fest's Cardigan Street takeover.

14 – 20 Oct

House With A Sunken Garden

A poignant and edgy ode to holding your own among the wreckage of a broken heart.

Comedy Theatre

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

Trades Hall

Home of the Victorian trade union movement and a vibrant arts and theatre venue.

13 – 14 Dec

Lucy Best's Disgraceful Christmas

A naughty and nice one-woman comedy cabaret christmas show, performed by heathen and elf, Lucy Best.

Until 14 Dec

Circus Arcana

A tarot themed circus show

15 Nov

Dan and Phil: Terrible Influence Tour

Dan and Phil are coming to Australia for their hilarious live stage show

Until 11 Dec

Magicians at Work

Experience new and experimental magic.

11 – 14 Dec

Hänsel und Gretel

Experience a performance of the opera Hänsel und Gretel.

12 Oct

A Psychic and a Medium

Step into the mesmerizing world of the supernatural with Anette Boyle and Julia Cartagena.

12 – 20 Oct

Lowest Prices Are Just the Beginning...

An improv show about the cult of DIY.

Hamer Hall

This multi-level concert hall is the largest venue at the Arts Centre.

Until 11 Oct

Bryan and Richard Have Sketch Appeal

An evening of sketch comedy from two of the loveliest and sketchiest people you'll ever meet.

19 – 20 Dec

The Nutcracker

Journey to the Land of Sweets and create lasting memories with this Christmas ballet favourite.

16 – 20 Oct

Linda (For One More Week)

A two-person, narrative, queer sketch show, about the interconnectedness of lives.

16 Mar – 11 May

Jesus Christ Superstar

Experience a revived production of this iconic and unmissable musical.

30 – 31 Dec

New Year's Eve (& The Day Before) Gala Concerts

These gala concerts are Melbourne’s favourite way to ring in the new year.

Until 6 Oct

Sh*tbag

A one-person darkly comedic play about Crohn’s Disease, mania and casual sex.

20 – 30 Nov

Cruel Britannia: After Frankenstein

A transgender reimagining of Shelley’s Frankenstein.

Until 6 Oct

Motion Sickness

A hilarious cabaret about the not-so-glam reality of solo travelling.

9 Oct – 3 Nov

Gluttony

A play in three courses.

6 Nov

An Evening with Stephen Fry

An unforgettable evening in the company of comedian, actor and master storyteller Stephen Fry.

The Comics Lounge Comedy Club

Enjoy a night of laughs, cocktails, food and friends with stand-up comedy acts.

Until 7 Dec

The Rockstar and the Krill

Join for an all-singing, all-dancing free show for families.

The Improv Conspiracy

Theatre and training centre with four weekly comedy nights and public workshops on improvisation.

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.

The Butterfly Club

An intimate theatre hosting quirky performances and serving cocktails in bars with kitsch decor.