What's On

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

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

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Best pre-theatre dining deals

The ultimate pre-theatre dining deals. Pub grub to Mexican feasts, here's the best for all budgets. 

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The Phantom of the Opera

Experience the phenomenon when the spectacular new production comes to Melbourne.

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A Christmas Carol

The Charles Dickens classic starring David Wenham comes to Melbourne this holiday season.

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Hamilton

The award-winning musical has arrived in Melbourne.

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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

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

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& Juliet

The award-winning musical of the greatest love story ever remixed opens in Melbourne in February.

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Friends! The Musical Parody

Celebrate the misadventures of our favourite 20-something pals in life, work and love in 1990s NYC.

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Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Moulin Rouge! The Musical returns to Melbourne in 2023.

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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

The dazzling new production is guaranteed to make your heart sing.

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The Mousetrap

Come and see the world's longest running play.

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tick, tick...BOOM!

Australian premiere of the pop / rock off-Broadway musical tick, tick...BOOM!

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Slava's Snowshow

One of the most powerful theatrical experiences returns to Melbourne for a limited season.

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Madagascar the Musical

A family musical based on the smash-hit movie.

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Alice in Wonderland

Tumble down the rabbit hole and join Alice on her captivating and magical adventure.

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Cirque du Soleil: Crystal

Witness Cirque du Soleil's first ever acrobatic performance on ice.

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Arts Centre Melbourne

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

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Melbourne's best rainy day activities for kids

Find the best indoor family activities during the school holidays.

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8 reasons to leave work on time

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

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Arts House

Contemporary arts space presenting performance and interactive works.

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Comedy Theatre

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

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Trades Hall

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

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Bauhaus Burlesque

Enjoy a night of artistic burlesque and variety theatre.

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Hamer Hall

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

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Princes of the Night

Enjoy the glitz and glamour of this weekly cabaret show.

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Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies

Join the magical fairies as they go on a musical adventure.

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La Mama Cabaretica: Holiday Special

Ring out the year with cabaret acts and a glass of something jolly.

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La Mama Explorations

A month of bite-sized theatre shows at a Melbourne favourite.

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Orchestral Dark Side of the Moon

A musical celebration of Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon, Atom Heart Mother and Echoes.

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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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The Capitol

An extraordinary refurbished cinema and destination for events, festivals and live performances.

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The Comics Lounge Comedy Club

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

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Disney's Camp Rock: The Musical

Fun for all ages, the show is a classic story of rivalry and power.

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The Improv Conspiracy

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

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Queens of the Damned: Pirate Dinner Theatre Experience

All hands on deck for the ultimate dinner and show experience.

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Rupi Kaur

Hear literary phenomenon, artist and poet Rupi Kaur perform live.

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In Small Doses

Christmas, crutches, and close relations... what could possibly go wrong?

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The Australian Ballet: Swan Lake

See this dynamic new vision of a timeless classic.

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D&D Live: Dice Paper Role Xmas Special

Join Dice Paper Role as they butcher the classic yuletide story A Christmas Carol.

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MTC Digital Theatre: The Heartbreak Choir

A warm-hearted hug of a play brought to the screen.

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More theatre and shows

Melbourne's major theatres

Regent Theatre

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

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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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Comedy Theatre

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

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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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Arts Centre Melbourne

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

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La Mama Courthouse

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

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More theatre venues

Fairfax Studio

An intimate theatre presenting smaller-scale and experimental productions.

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La Mama Courthouse

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

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Speakeasy Theatre

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

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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

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

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The ultimate Melbourne live gig guide

Concert halls and music venues hosting live music this week

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Film

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

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THE LUME Melbourne

Enter the world of Monet and Friends – an epic adventure into French Impressionism.

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