The Book of Mormon 2026

MRS. DOUBTFIRE | Musical

A Beautiful Noise | The Neil Diamond Musical

How I Hexed Your Mother

Theatre in Melbourne – Shows, Venues & Musicals

Melbourne Theatre is London's West End or New York's Broadway

Melbourne has one of Australia's most vibrant theatre scenes, with major musicals, comedy theatre, independent productions and family shows appearing on stages across the city throughout the year.

From historic theatres in the city centre to smaller independent venues across Melbourne, there is always something happening on stage. Some productions arrive from London's West End and New York's Broadway, while others premiere right here in Melbourne.

This Melbourne Theatre Guide brings together current theatre shows, upcoming productions, major theatre venues, festivals and links to theatres across Melbourne to help you explore what's on and discover the best theatre in Melbourne.

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The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque

The Speakeasy Theatre

Step inside The Vaudeville Revue - Melbourne's must-see variety spectacular. A favourite with locals and visitors alike, The Vaudeville Revue is an 18+ cabaret and variety show ..

Blanc De Blanc Encore | The Greatest Magic Show

Spiegel Haus Melbourne

Magic Men Live: Feel The Magic

Love Machine

Experience the ultimate night out with Australia's rated #1 male revue show! Saturday nights @ Love Machine - Prahran Magic Men "FEEL THE MAGIC" features the hottest hunks ..

Magic Men - Crown Casino

Level 3 Night Clubs At Crown

Voted Australia's no.1 Male Revue. Magic Men delivers nonstop thrills for the ultimate girls' night FEEL THE MAGIC WITH MAGIC MEN AUSTRALIA! Magic Men takes over Crown Melbo..

Tix at 12 | $Discount Arts Centre Tickets

Arts Centre Melbourne

For a 12 hour window from 12pm every Tuesday, get access to a variety of discounted shows. Enter the promo code TIXAT12 and click apply before continuing to seat selection. Dis..

Menxclusive | Xclusive The Show

Platform One

Australia's Finest Cabaret and Burlesque By MenXclusive Turning the tables for a fantastic night out. More than just any revue Australia has to offer you can now induldge in so..

No Scripts Given - An Improvised Comedy

The Speakeasy Theatre

Selected Friday's at the Speakeasy theatre Melbourne at 7 pm. Buckle up for a night of comedy that's raw real unfiltered and unapologetically hilarious Eight top-tier improvi..

How I Hexed Your Mother

Witches in Britches Theatre Restaurant

How I Hexed Your Mother @ Witches in Britches Thursday - Sundays Meet Ted, a hopeless romantic with a wand he barely knows how to use (in more ways than one). Ted tries t..

VIVA Melbourne: Society

VIVA Melbourne

Step inside our Society- an invitation only experience set within the world of The Upstairs Club. The Upstairs Club is a secret playground for the bold, the curious, and the una..

VIVA Melbourne: Scandal

VIVA Melbourne

Scandal begins where the evening should probably end. A late- night world of energy, and quiet indulgence. Scandal invites you into something more intimate, where the perfo..

Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty In A Dazzling Light Show

The Capitol

Experience Sleeping Beauty like never before in this dazzling dance and light show. Classical ballet and modern technology come together to create an artistic masterpiece like ..

Melbourne Shakespeare presents Eurydice by Sarah Ruhl

fortyfivedownstairs

Melbourne Shakespeare Company is proud to present Sarah Ruhl's Eurydice, a luminous, poetic reimagining of the Greek myth, directed by multi-award-winner Gary Abrahams. Followin..

Oz: The Cirque Experience

Athenaeum Theatre

Do you dare challenge the wonderful Wizard of OZ? Whether you're chasing heart, brains, courage - or just a damn good time - Oz is calling. From award winning Australian produce..

The Australian Ballet: Romeo and Juliet

Regent Theatre

With Orchestra Victoria The world's most famous love story - John Cranko interprets Shakespeare's immortal text into a beloved classical ballet. With its compelling storytell..

The Jury Experience: Million-Dollar Murder or Web of Lies?

St Kilda Town Hall

You've been called for jury duty. Step into a thrilling courtroom drama where the audience is the jury. Listen to testimonies, analyze evidence, and ultimately decide.. guilty ..

The Jury Experience - Death by AI: Who Pays the Price?

St Kilda Town Hall

You've been called for jury duty. Step into a thrilling courtroom drama where the audience is the jury. Listen to testimonies, analyze evidence, and ultimately decide.. guilty ..

Between The Lines - The James Joyce/Groucho Marx Letters

fortyfivedownstairs

Bloomsday in Melbourne proudly presents Between The Lines - The James Joyce/Groucho Marx Letters Written by Steve Carey Directed by Renee Palmer Now in their 32nd year of ..

Bangarra Dance Theatre: Sheltering

Playhouse Theatre

Beneath the constellation of its creative and cultural legacy, Australia's leading Indigenous performing arts company, Bangarra Dance Theatre, will present a program of three power..

In Shadows (Dalam Bayang-Bayang)

Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre

A ghost story told through shadow puppetry, live music and dance, In Shadows (Dalam Bayang-Bayang) reimagines a classic tale from Southeast Asian folklore and immerses audiences in..

Saltbush - magical interactive theatre experience

Bunjil Place: Community & Civic Centre

A magical interactive theatre experience for young children, inspired by Australia's First Nations culture. Step into a breathtaking interactive world where storytelling, movem..

Panorama Brasil

The Count's

Panorama Brasil draws on the diverse musical landscape of Brazil: music from the bars and clubs of Rio, from the streets of Salvador, and from Brazil's rich folkloric history. Expe..

Justin Peck's Copland Dance Episodes

Regent Theatre

The Australian Ballet presents Justin Peck's Copland Dance Episodes Joyous modern ballet. In a stunning explosion of colour, fun and music, Justin Peck's Copland Dance Episo..

Erica Vanlee: Magic

Arrow On Swanston

Starring, Direct from Sydney, Erica Vanlee! If you're lookin' for a night out that's gonna leave you speechless, Erica Vanlee's magic show is the way to go! Trust me, this Am..

MR BIG aka Tatay, A Transwoman and That Tiring Tune!

fortyfivedownstairs

A ghost that will not stop singing. A bride with a funeral to plan. A 90s love song that refuses to die. From award-winning playwright Dax Carnay-Hanrahan, MR BIG aka Tatay..

Comedy Magic by Chris Morant

Arrow On Swanston

Chris has performed for over 20 years, the last 4 years at Melbourne Magic Festival most shows SOLD OUT and best new comer award 2021. He has performed on Cruise Ships, private..

Disney On Ice: Magic in the Stars

Rod Laver Arena

Chart a course through the night sky to Disney On Ice - where every story starts with a wish! Take a magical journey with Mickey, Minnie, and friends through the timeless stori..

Attack On Titan - Beyond the Walls World Tour

Hamer Hall

Attack On Titan - Beyond the Walls World Tour - The Official Concert Fans of the globally renowned anime phenomenon "Attack on Titan" are in for a once-in-a-lifetime experience!..

Pride & Prejudice (Sort Of)

Athenaeum Theatre

The five-star musical comedy sensation, PRIDE AND PREJUDICE* (*sort of), is finally heading Down Under. Direct from its triumph in the West End where it won the Laurence Olivie..

Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a Sparkling Show

The Capitol

After captivating audiences worldwide with Peter Pan, Ballet of Lights presents Cinderella at the Capitol Theatre, Melbourne This classic fairy tale is reimagined in a ballet sh..

Waitress | Broadway's smash-hit musical

Her Majesty's Theatre

If only life were as easy as pie.. Broadway's smash-hit musical WAITRESS is baking its way to Melbourne! Everyone deserves a slice of happiness! Broadway's smash-hit musical ..

Bluey's Big Play - The Stage Show

Comedy Theatre

This is Bluey's Big Play, for real life. From New York's Madison Square Garden to London's Royal Festival Hall, Bluey's Big Play has delighted fans across the globe - and now it..

Ballet of Lights: Peter Pan in a Sparkling Show

The Capitol

Six performers in illuminated costumes bring this classic story to life through dance, light, and color. Join Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, and the Darling children on a magical jour..

Abbie Chatfield Loves Men

Palais Theatre

After trauma dumping to 18,000 ticket holders across the country, Abbie Chatfield returns with a brand-new show dedicated to men. The good, the bad, the wildly overconfident, an..

New Owner

The Show Room | Arts Centre Melbourne

Arts Centre Melbourne presents The Last Great Hunt's New Owner A story of love, loss and new beginnings 17 - 18 July | The Show Room Knowing that dogs are the best medici..

The Jury Experience: Diamonds, Lies, and a Dead Man

St Kilda Town Hall

You've been called for jury duty. Step into a thrilling courtroom drama where the audience is the jury. Listen to testimonies, analyze evidence, and ultimately decide.. guilty or ..

The Book of Mormon 2026

Princess Theatre

Australia's biggest ever musical comedy is coming back to the Princess Theatre Tuesday - Sunday | Season extended until 19th July 2026 @ Princess Theatre This outrageous mu..

Cirque Du Soleil: Kooza

Flemington Racecourse

A Cirque du Soleil production featuring Acrobatics and the Art of clowning that has audiences on the edge of their seats. KOOZA delivers a signature Cirque du Soleil experience..

Knights Of Fire at Kryal Castle | School Holiday's

Kryal Castle

Knights clashing with flaming swords snow queens and winter magic - 'Knights of Fire' returns to Kyral Castle these school holidays. Saturday 27th June 2026 - Sunday 19th July 2..

Bring It On - The Musical

National Theatre

From the Tony Award winning powerhouse behind Hamilton and Avenue Q comes Bring It On The Musical, a turbo charged, beat dropping, high flying explosion of music, movement and atti..

Rabbit & Watson

Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre

A celestial love story Award winning playwright Shane Woon blends Chinese mythology, Boy Love drama and the AFL in Rabbit & Watson, an epic queer love story that transcends spac..

Saplings

The Show Room | Arts Centre Melbourne

Arts Centre Melbourne and Australian Theatre for Young People present Saplings By Hannah Belanszky 31 July - 1 August | The Show Room Yani wants to go to the Easter Show,..

Dita Von Teese: Nocturnelle

Palais Theatre

The ever-reigning Queen of Burlesque Dita Von Teese returns to Australia and New Zealand with her most opulent show yet: Nocturnelle. With Nocturnelle Dita unveils a bewitching ..

Pretty Woman: The Musical

Regent Theatre

Head to Hollywood with the dazzling stage adaptation of one of the most beloved rom-coms of all time - Pretty Woman: The Musical. Bursting with glamour, charm, and all the iconi..

Steel Magnolias

Athenaeum Theatre

The beloved film live on stage The iconic story that made us laugh, cry, and fall in love with six extraordinary women is back - live on stage in a dazzling new Australian produ..

SIX The Musical

Comedy Theatre

THE QUEENS ARE BACK! LIVE ON STAGE! The global smash-hit phenomenon SIX the Musical is making its royal stage return to Melbourne's Comedy Theatre from July 2026. Fro..

PAW Patrol Live! Race to the Rescue | Melbourne

Margaret Court Arena

The PAW Patrol are on a roll and LIVE on stage! The heroic characters from the top-rated animated preschool series PAW Patrol, produced by Spin Master Entertainment and airing ..

A Beautiful Noise | The Neil Diamond Musical

Princess Theatre

The story of the legendary Neil Diamond comes to life on stage in a gripping and uplifting new music Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the ..

Menopause The Musical

Athenaeum Theatre

Ladies! It's time to embrace "The Change" with a night out, full of uncontrollable laughter, uplifting celebration and shared sisterhood! Inspired by a hot flush and a bottle o..

Australian Tap Dance Festival 2026

The official 15th Australian Tap Dance Festival will return in 2026. We're curating a full week long event with a fresh format, new energy, and an international artist to conti..

The Australian Ballet: The Nutcracker

Ian Potter State Theatre

This October,?we're performing The Nutcracker in Melbourne for the first time since 2019 and tickets are now on sale. Sir Peter Wright's magical production of this cherished bal..

The Vaudeville Revue: Cabaret, Comedy and Burlesque

The Speakeasy Theatre

30 Nov -0001

Step inside The Vaudeville Revue - Melbourne's must-see variety spectacular. A favourite with locals and visitors alike, The Vaudeville Revue is an 18+ cabaret and variety show that brings together burlesque, circus, ..

Blanc De Blanc Encore | The Greatest Magic Show

Spiegel Haus Melbourne

30 Nov -0001

Magic Men Live: Feel The Magic

Love Machine

30 Nov -0001

Experience the ultimate night out with Australia's rated #1 male revue show! Saturday nights @ Love Machine - Prahran Magic Men "FEEL THE MAGIC" features the hottest hunks bringing the heat to town with their siz..

Magic Men - Crown Casino

Level 3 Night Clubs At Crown

30 Nov -0001

Voted Australia's no.1 Male Revue. Magic Men delivers nonstop thrills for the ultimate girls' night FEEL THE MAGIC WITH MAGIC MEN AUSTRALIA! Magic Men takes over Crown Melbourne with an award-winning, high-energy ..

Tix at 12 | $Discount Arts Centre Tickets

Arts Centre Melbourne

30 Nov -0001

For a 12 hour window from 12pm every Tuesday, get access to a variety of discounted shows. Enter the promo code TIXAT12 and click apply before continuing to seat selection. Discounts will be available across these ic..

Menxclusive | Xclusive The Show

Platform One

30 Nov -0001

Australia's Finest Cabaret and Burlesque By MenXclusive Turning the tables for a fantastic night out. More than just any revue Australia has to offer you can now induldge in some amazing elements of burlesque Circus ..

No Scripts Given - An Improvised Comedy

The Speakeasy Theatre

30 Nov -0001

Selected Friday's at the Speakeasy theatre Melbourne at 7 pm. Buckle up for a night of comedy that's raw real unfiltered and unapologetically hilarious Eight top-tier improvisers take the stage to share wild awkwar..

How I Hexed Your Mother

Witches in Britches Theatre Restaurant

30 Nov -0001

How I Hexed Your Mother @ Witches in Britches Thursday - Sundays Meet Ted, a hopeless romantic with a wand he barely knows how to use (in more ways than one). Ted tries to impress the lovely Mona with magic but..

VIVA Melbourne: Society

VIVA Melbourne

30 Nov -0001

Step inside our Society- an invitation only experience set within the world of The Upstairs Club. The Upstairs Club is a secret playground for the bold, the curious, and the unapologetically indulgent. Behind clos..

VIVA Melbourne: Scandal

VIVA Melbourne

30 Nov -0001

Scandal begins where the evening should probably end. A late- night world of energy, and quiet indulgence. Scandal invites you into something more intimate, where the performances are sharper, the connection is c..

Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty In A Dazzling Light Show

The Capitol

13 Jun 2026

Experience Sleeping Beauty like never before in this dazzling dance and light show. Classical ballet and modern technology come together to create an artistic masterpiece like no other where exquisite dancers literal..

Melbourne Shakespeare presents Eurydice by Sarah Ruhl

fortyfivedownstairs

28 May 2026 to 14 Jun 2026

Melbourne Shakespeare Company is proud to present Sarah Ruhl's Eurydice, a luminous, poetic reimagining of the Greek myth, directed by multi-award-winner Gary Abrahams. Following acclaimed sold-out seasons at fortyfiv..

Oz: The Cirque Experience

Athenaeum Theatre

12 Jun 2026 to 14 Jun 2026

Do you dare challenge the wonderful Wizard of OZ? Whether you're chasing heart, brains, courage - or just a damn good time - Oz is calling. From award winning Australian producers, comes a new theatrical experience th..

The Australian Ballet: Romeo and Juliet

Regent Theatre

6 Jun 2026 to 16 Jun 2026

With Orchestra Victoria The world's most famous love story - John Cranko interprets Shakespeare's immortal text into a beloved classical ballet. With its compelling storytelling that always hits the heart, Cranko's..

The Jury Experience: Million-Dollar Murder or Web of Lies?

St Kilda Town Hall

19 Jun 2026

You've been called for jury duty. Step into a thrilling courtroom drama where the audience is the jury. Listen to testimonies, analyze evidence, and ultimately decide.. guilty or not guilty? Murder #1: A love tria..

The Jury Experience - Death by AI: Who Pays the Price?

St Kilda Town Hall

20 Jun 2026

Between The Lines - The James Joyce/Groucho Marx Letters

fortyfivedownstairs

17 Jun 2026 to 21 Jun 2026

Bloomsday in Melbourne proudly presents Between The Lines - The James Joyce/Groucho Marx Letters Written by Steve Carey Directed by Renee Palmer Now in their 32nd year of celebrating this much-loved worldwide ev..

Bangarra Dance Theatre: Sheltering

Playhouse Theatre

18 Jun 2026 to 27 Jun 2026

Beneath the constellation of its creative and cultural legacy, Australia's leading Indigenous performing arts company, Bangarra Dance Theatre, will present a program of three powerful works:?'Keeping Grounded', 'Brown Bo..

In Shadows (Dalam Bayang-Bayang)

Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre

24 Jun 2026 to 28 Jun 2026

A ghost story told through shadow puppetry, live music and dance, In Shadows (Dalam Bayang-Bayang) reimagines a classic tale from Southeast Asian folklore and immerses audiences in a world of shadow, sound and memory. ..

Saltbush - magical interactive theatre experience

Bunjil Place: Community & Civic Centre

27 Jun 2026 to 28 Jun 2026

A magical interactive theatre experience for young children, inspired by Australia's First Nations culture. Step into a breathtaking interactive world where storytelling, movement and technology come together in a ma..

Panorama Brasil

The Count's

1 Jul 2026

Panorama Brasil draws on the diverse musical landscape of Brazil: music from the bars and clubs of Rio, from the streets of Salvador, and from Brazil's rich folkloric history. Experience the sophistication of bossa nova,..

Justin Peck's Copland Dance Episodes

Regent Theatre

23 Jun 2026 to 2 Jul 2026

The Australian Ballet presents Justin Peck's Copland Dance Episodes Joyous modern ballet. In a stunning explosion of colour, fun and music, Justin Peck's Copland Dance Episodes makes its exclusive Australian premi..

Erica Vanlee: Magic

Arrow On Swanston

30 Jun 2026 to 4 Jul 2026

Starring, Direct from Sydney, Erica Vanlee! If you're lookin' for a night out that's gonna leave you speechless, Erica Vanlee's magic show is the way to go! Trust me, this American gal's got tricks up her sleeve an..

MR BIG aka Tatay, A Transwoman and That Tiring Tune!

fortyfivedownstairs

24 Jun 2026 to 5 Jul 2026

A ghost that will not stop singing. A bride with a funeral to plan. A 90s love song that refuses to die. From award-winning playwright Dax Carnay-Hanrahan, MR BIG aka Tatay, A Transwoman and That Tiring Tune! is ..

Comedy Magic by Chris Morant

Arrow On Swanston

1 Jul 2026 to 5 Jul 2026

Chris has performed for over 20 years, the last 4 years at Melbourne Magic Festival most shows SOLD OUT and best new comer award 2021. He has performed on Cruise Ships, private events, and Semi Final of Australia's G..

Disney On Ice: Magic in the Stars

Rod Laver Arena

2 Jul 2026 to 6 Jul 2026

Chart a course through the night sky to Disney On Ice - where every story starts with a wish! Take a magical journey with Mickey, Minnie, and friends through the timeless stories of Cinderella, Aladdin, Toy Story, an..

Attack On Titan - Beyond the Walls World Tour

Hamer Hall

5 Jul 2026 to 6 Jul 2026

Attack On Titan - Beyond the Walls World Tour - The Official Concert Fans of the globally renowned anime phenomenon "Attack on Titan" are in for a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Be ready for an unforgettable journ..

Pride & Prejudice (Sort Of)

Athenaeum Theatre

18 Jun 2026 to 11 Jul 2026

The five-star musical comedy sensation, PRIDE AND PREJUDICE* (*sort of), is finally heading Down Under. Direct from its triumph in the West End where it won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Comedy, Pride and Preju..

Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a Sparkling Show

The Capitol

11 Jul 2026

After captivating audiences worldwide with Peter Pan, Ballet of Lights presents Cinderella at the Capitol Theatre, Melbourne This classic fairy tale is reimagined in a ballet show where dancers shine in glow-in-the-da..

Waitress | Broadway's smash-hit musical

Her Majesty's Theatre

1 May 2026 to 12 Jul 2026

If only life were as easy as pie.. Broadway's smash-hit musical WAITRESS is baking its way to Melbourne! Everyone deserves a slice of happiness! Broadway's smash-hit musical WAITRESS is baking its way to Australia ..

Bluey's Big Play - The Stage Show

Comedy Theatre

1 Jul 2026 to 12 Jul 2026

This is Bluey's Big Play, for real life. From New York's Madison Square Garden to London's Royal Festival Hall, Bluey's Big Play has delighted fans across the globe - and now it returns home to Australia for an encore..

Ballet of Lights: Peter Pan in a Sparkling Show

The Capitol

12 Jul 2026

Six performers in illuminated costumes bring this classic story to life through dance, light, and color. Join Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, and the Darling children on a magical journey to Neverland! Discover the magic..

Abbie Chatfield Loves Men

Palais Theatre

12 Jul 2026

After trauma dumping to 18,000 ticket holders across the country, Abbie Chatfield returns with a brand-new show dedicated to men. The good, the bad, the wildly overconfident, and the ones writing books about being "al..

New Owner

The Show Room | Arts Centre Melbourne

17 Jul 2026 to 18 Jul 2026

Arts Centre Melbourne presents The Last Great Hunt's New Owner A story of love, loss and new beginnings 17 - 18 July | The Show Room Knowing that dogs are the best medicine, Mabel adopts Bart from the animal sh..

The Jury Experience: Diamonds, Lies, and a Dead Man

St Kilda Town Hall

18 Jul 2026

The Book of Mormon 2026

Princess Theatre

6 Feb 2026 to 19 Jul 2026

Australia's biggest ever musical comedy is coming back to the Princess Theatre Tuesday - Sunday | Season extended until 19th July 2026 @ Princess Theatre This outrageous musical comedy follows the misadventures o..

Cirque Du Soleil: Kooza

Flemington Racecourse

20 May 2026 to 19 Jul 2026

A Cirque du Soleil production featuring Acrobatics and the Art of clowning that has audiences on the edge of their seats. KOOZA delivers a signature Cirque du Soleil experience in its most exhilarating form. High..

Knights Of Fire at Kryal Castle | School Holiday's

Kryal Castle

27 Jun 2026 to 19 Jul 2026

Knights clashing with flaming swords snow queens and winter magic - 'Knights of Fire' returns to Kyral Castle these school holidays. Saturday 27th June 2026 - Sunday 19th July 2026 @ Kryal Castle Knights battling w..

Bring It On - The Musical

National Theatre

11 Jul 2026 to 19 Jul 2026

From the Tony Award winning powerhouse behind Hamilton and Avenue Q comes Bring It On The Musical, a turbo charged, beat dropping, high flying explosion of music, movement and attitude. Inspired by the hit film Bring ..

Rabbit & Watson

Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre

15 Jul 2026 to 26 Jul 2026

A celestial love story Award winning playwright Shane Woon blends Chinese mythology, Boy Love drama and the AFL in Rabbit & Watson, an epic queer love story that transcends space and time. Directed by Keith Brocke..

Saplings

The Show Room | Arts Centre Melbourne

31 Jul 2026 to 1 Aug 2026

Arts Centre Melbourne and Australian Theatre for Young People present Saplings By Hannah Belanszky 31 July - 1 August | The Show Room Yani wants to go to the Easter Show, Kai wants a sense of home, Shanika want..

Dita Von Teese: Nocturnelle

Palais Theatre

8 Aug 2026

The ever-reigning Queen of Burlesque Dita Von Teese returns to Australia and New Zealand with her most opulent show yet: Nocturnelle. With Nocturnelle Dita unveils a bewitching new vision - an exquisite blend of old-H..

Pretty Woman: The Musical

Regent Theatre

14 Jul 2026 to 9 Aug 2026

Head to Hollywood with the dazzling stage adaptation of one of the most beloved rom-coms of all time - Pretty Woman: The Musical. Bursting with glamour, charm, and all the iconic moments you know and love, this joyous..

Steel Magnolias

Athenaeum Theatre

23 Jul 2026 to 9 Aug 2026

The beloved film live on stage The iconic story that made us laugh, cry, and fall in love with six extraordinary women is back - live on stage in a dazzling new Australian production. Written by Robert Harling, th..

SIX The Musical

Comedy Theatre

24 Jul 2026 to 23 Aug 2026

THE QUEENS ARE BACK! LIVE ON STAGE! The global smash-hit phenomenon SIX the Musical is making its royal stage return to Melbourne's Comedy Theatre from July 2026. From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses Catheri..

PAW Patrol Live! Race to the Rescue | Melbourne

Margaret Court Arena

22 Aug 2026 to 23 Aug 2026

The PAW Patrol are on a roll and LIVE on stage! The heroic characters from the top-rated animated preschool series PAW Patrol, produced by Spin Master Entertainment and airing on Nickelodeon, will complete a ruff-roa..

A Beautiful Noise | The Neil Diamond Musical

Princess Theatre

5 Aug 2026 to 6 Sep 2026

The story of the legendary Neil Diamond comes to life on stage in a gripping and uplifting new music Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from B..

Menopause The Musical

Athenaeum Theatre

2 Sep 2026 to 6 Sep 2026

Ladies! It's time to embrace "The Change" with a night out, full of uncontrollable laughter, uplifting celebration and shared sisterhood! Inspired by a hot flush and a bottle of wine, the global smash hit, Menopause ..

Australian Tap Dance Festival 2026

26 Sep 2026 to 3 Oct 2026

The official 15th Australian Tap Dance Festival will return in 2026. We're curating a full week long event with a fresh format, new energy, and an international artist to continue to enrich your tap education. Dis..

The Australian Ballet: The Nutcracker

Ian Potter State Theatre

24 Oct 2026 to 31 Oct 2026

This October,?we're performing The Nutcracker in Melbourne for the first time since 2019 and tickets are now on sale. Sir Peter Wright's magical production of this cherished ballet is set to Tchaikovsky's iconic score..

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MRS. DOUBTFIRE | Musical

Princess Theatre

Helloooo, poppets! MRS. DOUBTFIRE, the feel-good comedy musical based on the beloved film, arrives at the Princess Theatre this November. Out-of-work actor Daniel Hillard will d..

SIX The Musical

Comedy Theatre

THE QUEENS ARE BACK! LIVE ON STAGE! The global smash-hit phenomenon SIX the Musical is making its royal stage return to Melbourne's Comedy Theatre from July 2026. Fro..

Pretty Woman: The Musical

Regent Theatre

Head to Hollywood with the dazzling stage adaptation of one of the most beloved rom-coms of all time - Pretty Woman: The Musical. Bursting with glamour, charm, and all the iconi..

The Book of Mormon 2026

Princess Theatre

Australia's biggest ever musical comedy is coming back to the Princess Theatre Tuesday - Sunday | Season extended until 19th July 2026 @ Princess Theatre This outrageous mu..

Waitress | Broadway's smash-hit musical

Her Majesty's Theatre

If only life were as easy as pie.. Broadway's smash-hit musical WAITRESS is baking its way to Melbourne! Everyone deserves a slice of happiness! Broadway's smash-hit musical ..

A Beautiful Noise | The Neil Diamond Musical

Princess Theatre

The story of the legendary Neil Diamond comes to life on stage in a gripping and uplifting new music Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the ..

Disney On Ice: Magic in the Stars

Rod Laver Arena

Chart a course through the night sky to Disney On Ice - where every story starts with a wish! Take a magical journey with Mickey, Minnie, and friends through the timeless stori..

Menopause The Musical

Athenaeum Theatre

Ladies! It's time to embrace "The Change" with a night out, full of uncontrollable laughter, uplifting celebration and shared sisterhood! Inspired by a hot flush and a bottle o..

Bring It On - The Musical

National Theatre

From the Tony Award winning powerhouse behind Hamilton and Avenue Q comes Bring It On The Musical, a turbo charged, beat dropping, high flying explosion of music, movement and atti..

MRS. DOUBTFIRE | Musical

Princess Theatre

1 Nov 2026

Helloooo, poppets! MRS. DOUBTFIRE, the feel-good comedy musical based on the beloved film, arrives at the Princess Theatre this November. Out-of-work actor Daniel Hillard will do anything for his kids. After losing cu..

SIX The Musical

Comedy Theatre

24 Jul 2026 to 23 Aug 2026

Pretty Woman: The Musical

Regent Theatre

14 Jul 2026 to 9 Aug 2026

The Book of Mormon 2026

Princess Theatre

6 Feb 2026 to 19 Jul 2026

Waitress | Broadway's smash-hit musical

Her Majesty's Theatre

1 May 2026 to 12 Jul 2026

A Beautiful Noise | The Neil Diamond Musical

Princess Theatre

5 Aug 2026 to 6 Sep 2026

Disney On Ice: Magic in the Stars

Rod Laver Arena

2 Jul 2026 to 6 Jul 2026

Menopause The Musical

Athenaeum Theatre

2 Sep 2026 to 6 Sep 2026

Bring It On - The Musical

National Theatre

11 Jul 2026 to 19 Jul 2026

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PAW Patrol Live! Race to the Rescue | Melbourne

Margaret Court Arena

The PAW Patrol are on a roll and LIVE on stage! The heroic characters from the top-rated animated preschool series PAW Patrol, produced by Spin Master Entertainment and airing ..

Disney On Ice: Magic in the Stars

Rod Laver Arena

Chart a course through the night sky to Disney On Ice - where every story starts with a wish! Take a magical journey with Mickey, Minnie, and friends through the timeless stori..

The Shark Is Broken

Athenaeum Theatre

By Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon When the shark won't work, the drama does. Behind the scenes of Jaws, three actors are stranded on a boat as tempers flare, egos clash, and a ..

Comedy Magic by Chris Morant

Arrow On Swanston

Chris has performed for over 20 years, the last 4 years at Melbourne Magic Festival most shows SOLD OUT and best new comer award 2021. He has performed on Cruise Ships, private..

Saltbush - magical interactive theatre experience

Bunjil Place: Community & Civic Centre

A magical interactive theatre experience for young children, inspired by Australia's First Nations culture. Step into a breathtaking interactive world where storytelling, movem..

Erica Vanlee: Magic

Arrow On Swanston

Starring, Direct from Sydney, Erica Vanlee! If you're lookin' for a night out that's gonna leave you speechless, Erica Vanlee's magic show is the way to go! Trust me, this Am..

Melbourne Magic Festival 2026

400+ performances of 59 different shows over two weeks! "PERFECT SCHOOL HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT!" The Melbourne Magic Festival is now officially recognised as the largest fes..

Bluey's Big Play - The Stage Show

Comedy Theatre

This is Bluey's Big Play, for real life. From New York's Madison Square Garden to London's Royal Festival Hall, Bluey's Big Play has delighted fans across the globe - and now it..

Cirque Du Soleil: Kooza

Flemington Racecourse

A Cirque du Soleil production featuring Acrobatics and the Art of clowning that has audiences on the edge of their seats. KOOZA delivers a signature Cirque du Soleil experience..

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Disney On Ice: Magic in the Stars

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The Shark Is Broken

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15 Oct 2026 to 8 Nov 2026

By Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon When the shark won't work, the drama does. Behind the scenes of Jaws, three actors are stranded on a boat as tempers flare, egos clash, and a cinematic legend hangs by a thread. ..

Comedy Magic by Chris Morant

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Saltbush - magical interactive theatre experience

Bunjil Place: Community & Civic Centre

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Erica Vanlee: Magic

Arrow On Swanston

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Melbourne Magic Festival 2026

29 Jun 2026 to 11 Jul 2026

400+ performances of 59 different shows over two weeks! "PERFECT SCHOOL HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT!" The Melbourne Magic Festival is now officially recognised as the largest festival of its kind in the Southern Hemisp..

Bluey's Big Play - The Stage Show

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Flemington Racecourse

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Rabbit & Watson

Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre

A celestial love story Award winning playwright Shane Woon blends Chinese mythology, Boy Love drama and the AFL in Rabbit & Watson, an epic queer love story that transcends spac..

New Owner

The Show Room | Arts Centre Melbourne

Arts Centre Melbourne presents The Last Great Hunt's New Owner A story of love, loss and new beginnings 17 - 18 July | The Show Room Knowing that dogs are the best medici..

Between The Lines - The James Joyce/Groucho Marx Letters

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Bloomsday in Melbourne proudly presents Between The Lines - The James Joyce/Groucho Marx Letters Written by Steve Carey Directed by Renee Palmer Now in their 32nd year of ..

Rabbit & Watson

Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre

15 Jul 2026 to 26 Jul 2026

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17 Jul 2026 to 18 Jul 2026

Between The Lines - The James Joyce/Groucho Marx Letters

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Ballet of Lights: Peter Pan in a Sparkling Show

The Capitol

113 Swanston Street Melbourne

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Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty In A Dazzling Light Show

The Capitol

113 Swanston Street Melbourne

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Arts Centre Melbourne, 100 St Kilda Rd Melbourne

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191 Collins Street Melbourne

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