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Melbourne's theatre scene offers a wealth of entertainment, from hit musicals to cutting-edge performances and late-night cabaret shows.
Malthouse Outdoor Stage
Experience the best of live outdoor entertainment at Malthouse Outdoor Stage.
The ultimate theatre guide to Melbourne
What's on in Melbourne's theatres, clubs, cabaret bars and comedy spots.
Live at the Bowl
An open-air program of music, dance, circus, community-led and family-friendly events.
An American in Paris
The delightful musical play inspired by the 1951 film comes to Melbourne this March.
Ghost Stories
The international stage phenomenon and hit West End play comes to Melbourne in 2022.
Melbourne's essential night-time events
From hidden laneway markets to retro roller rinks, Melbourne gets lit once the lights go out.
A Resourceful Hero Struggling Against Incredible Odds
A homage to and lambasting of Hollywood blockbusters.
Weekly Bible Study: Secret Burlesque and Comedy Show
A secret vaudeville show with cabaret and burlesque
Hercules: Daniel Schlusser Ensemble
An unflinching theatrical descent into a dark underworld of heroes, gods and monsters.
Lennon McCartney: A Musical Tribute to the Masters
Channelling the songwriters' essence, with an all-new contemporary twist.
The Big Tease Soiree
Celebrates the golden era vintage tease, sizzling cabaret and variety shows.
The Australian Ballet: Behind The Scenes
Go behind the scenes and spend a morning with the dancers.
Applause: 1930s Berlin Burlesque and Cabaret
Cabaret and burlesque in the Apollo Theatre at Speakeasy HQ.
La Mama Poetica: March
La Mama Poetica: March features Jennifer Harrison, Tim Evans, Lucy Van and Paul Mitchell.
An Unauthorised History of Moomba
A darkly comic telling of the history of Melbourne's iconic festival.
Kit Kat Prov: Impro Melbourne
A preview season of a new comedy festival show, Kit Kat Prov An improvised Cabaret.
Elvis King of the World
See and hear Mark Andrew as Elvis in one of the biggest Elvis concerts ever staged.
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.
Melbourne's major theatres
Arts Centre Melbourne
With its iconic spire, the Arts Centre Melbourne is a cultural and architectural landmark.
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.
Malthouse Theatre
Contemporary theatre in Southbank presenting inventive theatrical performances.
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