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

The ultimate theatre guide to Melbourne

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

Moulin Rouge! The Musical
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Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Moulin Rouge! The Musical returns to Melbourne.

Grease the Musical

Grease the Musical

Grease returns to the Australian stage in a new, multi-million dollar live production.

Mamma Mia! The Musical

Mamma Mia! The Musical

The smash hit phenomenon returns for an ultimate night of music, love, laughter and friendship.

La Cage Aux Folles

La Cage Aux Folles

Enjoy this all singing, all dancing, all laughing journey to the night life of St Tropez.

Death of a Salesman
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Death of a Salesman

See Anthony LaPaglia's in his Australian stage debut in Arthur Miller's masterpiece.

Hour of the Wolf

Hour of the Wolf

Be part of Melbourne's latest large-scale immersive theatre mystery experience.

Melbourne Fringe Festival

Melbourne Fringe Festival

Melbourne Fringe Festival is Victoria's largest independent arts festival.

Circus 1903

Circus 1903

An edge-of-your-seat, magical experience for young and old this summer.

Arts Centre Melbourne

Arts Centre Melbourne

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

Melbourne's essential night-time events

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

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

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

The best kid's theatre shows on in Melbourne

Featuring musical theatre, free plays, puppet shows and more.

Rent

Rent

Don't miss your chance to discover the show that took Broadway by storm.

Arts House

Arts House

Contemporary arts space presenting performances, exhibitions and community projects.

Melbourne's best drag shows and queer-friendly venues

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
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Carnival of Karactors

A rotating cast of steamy, sexy and silly circus artists, comedians and burlesque performers.

Dream Factory

Dream Factory

Be transported into the real and imagined worlds of neurodiverse and mixed ability artists.

Moosh the Hobo Cat

Moosh the Hobo Cat

A poetical play about life on the streets and doing it hard in contemporary society.

Myth, Propaganda and Disaster

Myth, Propaganda and Disaster

The 20th anniversary of Stephen Sewell’s classic political thriller.

Myth, Propaganda and Disaster and the Heirs of America

Myth, Propaganda and Disaster and the Heirs of America

The story of an outspoken political activist and student in a conspiracy theory-obsessed Australia.

Linda (For One More Week)

Linda (For One More Week)

A story about life after death after life.

Run Robyn Run

Run Robyn Run

From Prague 1945 to Sydney 2023, this family’s got some stories.

Comedy Theatre

Comedy Theatre

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

Halloween Murder at the Manor

Halloween Murder at the Manor

Solve the quintessentially British whodunnit while you enjoy a delicious three-course dinner.

Maho Magic Bar
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Maho Magic Bar

Be transported to downtown Tokyo for a neon-lit night of mischief, magic, laughter and cocktails.

Trades Hall

Trades Hall

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

The Burlesque Revue

The Burlesque Revue

A night of glamour, seduction and breathtaking performances.

Zaffé

Zaffé

You’re invited to a Middle Eastern wedding party like no other.

Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill

Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill

Zahra Newman stars as Billie Holiday in an extraordinary showcase of acting and vocal mastery.

Festival Park

Festival Park

Visit Melbourne’s iconic Queen Victoria Market to experience your Fringe fantasy.

Maestro Impro
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Maestro Impro

Enjoy this high-stakes improvisation showdown.

Looped

Looped

A play about the original bad-girl actress, Tallulah Bankhead.

Hamer Hall

Hamer Hall

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

Authentic Flamenco

Authentic Flamenco

A passionate flamenco performance with stunning vocals, instruments, and dances.

Of Stars and Streetlights

Of Stars and Streetlights

What writing a poem a day for six will do to a person (in a good way).

Zindzi & The Zillionaires

Zindzi & The Zillionaires

Get ready to groove with Zindzi and her fluffy friends The Zillies.

MI:WI 3027

MI:WI 3027

A play about friendship, culture and identity during World War 2.

Melbourne's major theatres

Regent Theatre

Regent Theatre

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

Princess Theatre

Princess Theatre

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

Her Majesty's Theatre

Her Majesty's Theatre

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

Comedy Theatre

Comedy Theatre

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

Athenaeum Theatre

Athenaeum Theatre

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

Southbank Theatre

Southbank Theatre

Performance space and home of the Melbourne Theatre Company.

Arts Centre Melbourne

Arts Centre Melbourne

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

La Mama Courthouse

La Mama Courthouse

One of the great independent theatres of the city with a focus on diversity and inclusivity.

More theatre venues

Fairfax Studio

Fairfax Studio

An intimate theatre presenting smaller-scale and experimental productions.

La Mama Courthouse

La Mama Courthouse

One of the great independent theatres of the city with a focus on diversity and inclusivity.

Speakeasy Theatre

Speakeasy Theatre

A vaudeville theatre presenting burlesque and cabaret shows, as well as comedy and circus acts.

The Butterfly Club

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

The best pre- and post-theatre dining in Melbourne

Fuel up before a big show or extend your city visit at these local eateries.

The ultimate Melbourne live gig guide

The ultimate Melbourne live gig guide

Concert halls and music venues hosting live music this week

Film

Film

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

THE LUME Melbourne
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THE LUME Melbourne

Immerse yourself in Connection – breathtaking stories through First Nations art and music.