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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
THE SHOW THAT POPS YOUR CORK!
Step inside the velvet-draped world of Blanc de Blanc at Spiegel Haus Melbourne!
This intoxicating blend of circus, cabaret, comedy and risqué..
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..
Late Night Vice
Spiegel Haus Melbourne
Enter a world of mystery, mischief, and midnight glamour.
Late Night Vice is Melbourne's bold new after-hours escape.
Slink into Melbourne's glimmering wild side.
Late ..
The Book of Mormon 2026
Princess Theatre
Australia's biggest ever musical comedy is coming back to the Princess Theatre
Tuesday - Sunday | 6th February 2026 - 30th April 2026 (extended) @ Princess Theatre
This out..
The Melbourne Festival of Tease: The Sip Club
The Toff
Are you looking for a killer burlesque show in Melbourne? Well, look no further!
The doors to decadence swing open, the bubbles are flowing, and Melbourne's newest playground o..
Mara
Theatre Works
Theatre Works and Machination Theatre Ensemble proudly present
Mara
By Hanna Pyliotis
Directed by Megan Jones
This is not a fairytale. It's a reckoning.
This April, ..
Heathers the Musical
Playhouse Theatre
Direct from London and New York, the wickedly funny Heathers the Musical is coming to Melbourne in April.
Welcome to Westerberg High, where Veronica Sawyer is just another of th..
ART | Modern Classic Play
Comedy Theatre
Richard Roxburgh, Damon Herriman and Ryan Corr star together in the internationally award-winning play ART by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton.
A razor-sharp com..
Melbourne Opera: Don Giovanni
Athenaeum Theatre
Melbourne Opera is staging a timely production of Don Giovanni (The Rake Punished) from 26 April - 3 May at the Athenaeum Theatre.
Don Giovanni is hailed as one of Mozart's gre..
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 ..
Red Sky Morning
Theatre Works
Theatre Works presents
Red Sky Morning
By Tom Holloway
A powerful and poetic story about family, silence, and finding hope in the everyday.
A woman, a man, and a girl ..
Opera Australia: La Traviata
Regent Theatre
"What should I do? Plunge into the vortex of pleasure and drown there?" - Violetta
Violetta is a coveted courtesan, the toast of Paris, desired by many. When she meets the arden..
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..
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 ..
Opera Australia: 70th Anniversary Concert Gala
Regent Theatre
Join us for a landmark, glittering celebration of our journey - and be part of the story that continues.
Seventy years ago, a band of idealists - butchers, pharmacists, newsagen..
Darebin Arts Speakeasy: Slop
Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre
Slop by Aviva Endean and Rebecca Jensen
Presented by Darebin Arts Speakeasy
Following the international success of their duet Slip, Rebecca Jensen and Aviva Endean return wi..
Bernie Dieter's Club Kabarett
Meat Market
The global smash hit comes to Melbourne! A night of breathtaking circus, gender bending aerial and fire breathing sideshow.
The Queen of punk kabarett is turning Meat Market int..
Opera Australia: Gilbert & Sullivan - A Musical Celebration
Regent Theatre
Mischievous humour meets soaring melodies - a sparkling concert of operatic wit, whimsy and unforgettable song.
From not-so-fearsome pirates with a flair for melody, to bewigged..
Who's Bad | Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience
Athenaeum Theatre
Celebrate the "King of Pop" with Who's Bad, the ultimate Michael Jackson tribute touring Australia in 2026.
Now in its 20th year, this world-class production has sold out 50 UK..
Opera Australia: Encore! Songs from the Musicals
Regent Theatre
A thrilling, star-studded showcase of showstoppers from our musical theatre classics.
There are moments in the theatre when time seems to stand still - when every note, every ly..
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 ..
Prima Facie
Comedy Theatre
Australian playwright Suzie Miller's razor-sharp writing has found extraordinary success around the world.
The original Australian production of her acclaimed one-woman play Pr..
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..
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 - 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 ..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
EUPHORIC | Burlesque Comedy Drag & Dance
The Round: Whitehorse Performing Arts Centre
A modern-day variety show of Comedy, Burlesque, Cabaret, Drag, Dance, Music and more!
This 18+ event combines burlesque, comedy, drag, cabaret, dance, and more in to a lively, f..
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 ..
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 b..
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..
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
THE SHOW THAT POPS YOUR CORK!
Step inside the velvet-draped world of Blanc de Blanc at Spiegel Haus Melbourne!
This intoxicating blend of circus, cabaret, comedy and risqué glamour celebrates the wild and wonderf..
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..
Late Night Vice
Spiegel Haus Melbourne
30 Nov -0001
Enter a world of mystery, mischief, and midnight glamour.
Late Night Vice is Melbourne's bold new after-hours escape.
Slink into Melbourne's glimmering wild side.
Late Night Vice is a cocktail-drenched fever ..
The Book of Mormon 2026
Princess Theatre
6 Feb 2026 to 30 Apr 2026
Australia's biggest ever musical comedy is coming back to the Princess Theatre
Tuesday - Sunday | 6th February 2026 - 30th April 2026 (extended) @ Princess Theatre
This outrageous musical comedy follows the misad..
The Melbourne Festival of Tease: The Sip Club
The Toff
1 May 2026
Are you looking for a killer burlesque show in Melbourne? Well, look no further!
The doors to decadence swing open, the bubbles are flowing, and Melbourne's newest playground of glamour, mischief, and tease is callin..
Mara
Theatre Works
22 Apr 2026 to 2 May 2026
Theatre Works and Machination Theatre Ensemble proudly present
Mara
By Hanna Pyliotis
Directed by Megan Jones
This is not a fairytale. It's a reckoning.
This April, acclaimed theatre-maker Megan Jones and ..
Heathers the Musical
Playhouse Theatre
8 Apr 2026 to 3 May 2026
Direct from London and New York, the wickedly funny Heathers the Musical is coming to Melbourne in April.
Welcome to Westerberg High, where Veronica Sawyer is just another of the nobodies dreaming of a better day. But..
ART | Modern Classic Play
Comedy Theatre
22 Apr 2026 to 3 May 2026
Richard Roxburgh, Damon Herriman and Ryan Corr star together in the internationally award-winning play ART by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton.
A razor-sharp comedy about friendship, ego and the chaos ..
Melbourne Opera: Don Giovanni
Athenaeum Theatre
26 Apr 2026 to 3 May 2026
Melbourne Opera is staging a timely production of Don Giovanni (The Rake Punished) from 26 April - 3 May at the Athenaeum Theatre.
Don Giovanni is hailed as one of Mozart's greatest and most demanding operas.
Mel..
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty In A Dazzling Light Show
The Capitol
15 May 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..
Red Sky Morning
Theatre Works
6 May 2026 to 16 May 2026
Theatre Works presents
Red Sky Morning
By Tom Holloway
A powerful and poetic story about family, silence, and finding hope in the everyday.
A woman, a man, and a girl live under the same roof, and over the c..
Opera Australia: La Traviata
Regent Theatre
8 May 2026 to 16 May 2026
"What should I do? Plunge into the vortex of pleasure and drown there?" - Violetta
Violetta is a coveted courtesan, the toast of Paris, desired by many. When she meets the ardent Alfredo, her life changes forever and ..
Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a Sparkling Show
The Capitol
16 May 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..
The Jury Experience: Million-Dollar Murder or Web of Lies?
St Kilda Town Hall
16 May 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..
Opera Australia: 70th Anniversary Concert Gala
Regent Theatre
17 May 2026
Join us for a landmark, glittering celebration of our journey - and be part of the story that continues.
Seventy years ago, a band of idealists - butchers, pharmacists, newsagents - gave up their day jobs to celebrate..
Darebin Arts Speakeasy: Slop
Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre
13 May 2026 to 23 May 2026
Slop by Aviva Endean and Rebecca Jensen
Presented by Darebin Arts Speakeasy
Following the international success of their duet Slip, Rebecca Jensen and Aviva Endean return with Slop, a visceral sequel that plunges ..
Bernie Dieter's Club Kabarett
Meat Market
17 Apr 2026 to 24 May 2026
The global smash hit comes to Melbourne! A night of breathtaking circus, gender bending aerial and fire breathing sideshow.
The Queen of punk kabarett is turning Meat Market into the hottest kabarett club East of Berl..
Opera Australia: Gilbert & Sullivan - A Musical Celebration
Regent Theatre
22 May 2026 to 24 May 2026
Mischievous humour meets soaring melodies - a sparkling concert of operatic wit, whimsy and unforgettable song.
From not-so-fearsome pirates with a flair for melody, to bewigged Lords of the House tangled in mischief,..
Who's Bad | Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience
Athenaeum Theatre
22 May 2026 to 24 May 2026
Celebrate the "King of Pop" with Who's Bad, the ultimate Michael Jackson tribute touring Australia in 2026.
Now in its 20th year, this world-class production has sold out 50 UK venues, including London's iconic O2 Ar..
Opera Australia: Encore! Songs from the Musicals
Regent Theatre
28 May 2026 to 30 May 2026
A thrilling, star-studded showcase of showstoppers from our musical theatre classics.
There are moments in the theatre when time seems to stand still - when every note, every lyric, every breath pulls you deeper into ..
The Jury Experience: Diamonds, Lies, and a Dead Man
St Kilda Town Hall
30 May 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?
Crime #1: Superstar Lana..
Prima Facie
Comedy Theatre
20 May 2026 to 31 May 2026
Australian playwright Suzie Miller's razor-sharp writing has found extraordinary success around the world.
The original Australian production of her acclaimed one-woman play Prima Facie returns in a true homecoming, ..
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..
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 - Death by AI: Who Pays the Price?
St Kilda Town Hall
20 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?
Moral Dilemma #1: A dr..
Cirque Du Soleil: Kooza
Flemington Racecourse
20 May 2026 to 28 Jun 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..
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..
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 ..
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..
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..
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..
EUPHORIC | Burlesque Comedy Drag & Dance
The Round: Whitehorse Performing Arts Centre
3 May 2026 to 22 Aug 2026
A modern-day variety show of Comedy, Burlesque, Cabaret, Drag, Dance, Music and more!
This 18+ event combines burlesque, comedy, drag, cabaret, dance, and more in to a lively, fast-paced night out that's bold, cheeky,..
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..
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 sco..
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..
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Musicals in Melbourne
8th April 2026 to 3rd May 2026
Direct from London and New York, the wickedly funny Heathers the Musical is coming to Melbourne in April.
Welcome to Westerberg High, where Veronica Sawyer is just another of the nobodies dreaming of a better day. But when sh..
17th April 2026 to 24th May 2026
The global smash hit comes to Melbourne! A night of breathtaking circus, gender bending aerial and fire breathing sideshow.
The Queen of punk kabarett is turning Meat Market into the hottest kabarett club East of Berlin.
..
22nd May 2026 to 24th May 2026
Celebrate the "King of Pop" with Who's Bad, the ultimate Michael Jackson tribute touring Australia in 2026.
Now in its 20th year, this world-class production has sold out 50 UK venues, including London's iconic O2 Arena.
..
2nd July 2026 to 6th July 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, and Cars, ..
1st May 2026 to 12th July 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 for the ..
14th July 2026 to 9th August 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 musical..
24th July 2026 to 23rd August 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 Catherine of Ar..
5th August 2026 to 6th September 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 Brooklyn ..
Sunday 1st November 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 custody in..
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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
THE SHOW THAT POPS YOUR CORK!
Step inside the velvet-draped world of Blanc de Blanc at Spiegel Haus Melbourne!
This intoxicating blend of circus, cabaret, comedy and risqué..
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..
Late Night Vice
Spiegel Haus Melbourne
Enter a world of mystery, mischief, and midnight glamour.
Late Night Vice is Melbourne's bold new after-hours escape.
Slink into Melbourne's glimmering wild side.
Late ..
The Book of Mormon 2026
Princess Theatre
Australia's biggest ever musical comedy is coming back to the Princess Theatre
Tuesday - Sunday | 6th February 2026 - 30th April 2026 (extended) @ Princess Theatre
This out..
The Melbourne Festival of Tease: The Sip Club
The Toff
Are you looking for a killer burlesque show in Melbourne? Well, look no further!
The doors to decadence swing open, the bubbles are flowing, and Melbourne's newest playground o..
Mara
Theatre Works
Theatre Works and Machination Theatre Ensemble proudly present
Mara
By Hanna Pyliotis
Directed by Megan Jones
This is not a fairytale. It's a reckoning.
This April, ..
Heathers the Musical
Playhouse Theatre
Direct from London and New York, the wickedly funny Heathers the Musical is coming to Melbourne in April.
Welcome to Westerberg High, where Veronica Sawyer is just another of th..
ART | Modern Classic Play
Comedy Theatre
Richard Roxburgh, Damon Herriman and Ryan Corr star together in the internationally award-winning play ART by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton.
A razor-sharp com..
Melbourne Opera: Don Giovanni
Athenaeum Theatre
Melbourne Opera is staging a timely production of Don Giovanni (The Rake Punished) from 26 April - 3 May at the Athenaeum Theatre.
Don Giovanni is hailed as one of Mozart's gre..
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 ..
Red Sky Morning
Theatre Works
Theatre Works presents
Red Sky Morning
By Tom Holloway
A powerful and poetic story about family, silence, and finding hope in the everyday.
A woman, a man, and a girl ..
Opera Australia: La Traviata
Regent Theatre
"What should I do? Plunge into the vortex of pleasure and drown there?" - Violetta
Violetta is a coveted courtesan, the toast of Paris, desired by many. When she meets the arden..
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..
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 ..
Opera Australia: 70th Anniversary Concert Gala
Regent Theatre
Join us for a landmark, glittering celebration of our journey - and be part of the story that continues.
Seventy years ago, a band of idealists - butchers, pharmacists, newsagen..
Darebin Arts Speakeasy: Slop
Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre
Slop by Aviva Endean and Rebecca Jensen
Presented by Darebin Arts Speakeasy
Following the international success of their duet Slip, Rebecca Jensen and Aviva Endean return wi..
Bernie Dieter's Club Kabarett
Meat Market
The global smash hit comes to Melbourne! A night of breathtaking circus, gender bending aerial and fire breathing sideshow.
The Queen of punk kabarett is turning Meat Market int..
Opera Australia: Gilbert & Sullivan - A Musical Celebration
Regent Theatre
Mischievous humour meets soaring melodies - a sparkling concert of operatic wit, whimsy and unforgettable song.
From not-so-fearsome pirates with a flair for melody, to bewigged..
Who's Bad | Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience
Athenaeum Theatre
Celebrate the "King of Pop" with Who's Bad, the ultimate Michael Jackson tribute touring Australia in 2026.
Now in its 20th year, this world-class production has sold out 50 UK..
Opera Australia: Encore! Songs from the Musicals
Regent Theatre
A thrilling, star-studded showcase of showstoppers from our musical theatre classics.
There are moments in the theatre when time seems to stand still - when every note, every ly..
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 ..
Prima Facie
Comedy Theatre
Australian playwright Suzie Miller's razor-sharp writing has found extraordinary success around the world.
The original Australian production of her acclaimed one-woman play Pr..
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..
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 - 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 ..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
EUPHORIC | Burlesque Comedy Drag & Dance
The Round: Whitehorse Performing Arts Centre
A modern-day variety show of Comedy, Burlesque, Cabaret, Drag, Dance, Music and more!
This 18+ event combines burlesque, comedy, drag, cabaret, dance, and more in to a lively, f..
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 ..
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 b..
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..
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
THE SHOW THAT POPS YOUR CORK!
Step inside the velvet-draped world of Blanc de Blanc at Spiegel Haus Melbourne!
This intoxicating blend of circus, cabaret, comedy and risqué glamour celebrates the wild and wonderf..
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..
Late Night Vice
Spiegel Haus Melbourne
30 Nov -0001
Enter a world of mystery, mischief, and midnight glamour.
Late Night Vice is Melbourne's bold new after-hours escape.
Slink into Melbourne's glimmering wild side.
Late Night Vice is a cocktail-drenched fever ..
The Book of Mormon 2026
Princess Theatre
6 Feb 2026 to 30 Apr 2026
Australia's biggest ever musical comedy is coming back to the Princess Theatre
Tuesday - Sunday | 6th February 2026 - 30th April 2026 (extended) @ Princess Theatre
This outrageous musical comedy follows the misad..
The Melbourne Festival of Tease: The Sip Club
The Toff
1 May 2026
Are you looking for a killer burlesque show in Melbourne? Well, look no further!
The doors to decadence swing open, the bubbles are flowing, and Melbourne's newest playground of glamour, mischief, and tease is callin..
Mara
Theatre Works
22 Apr 2026 to 2 May 2026
Theatre Works and Machination Theatre Ensemble proudly present
Mara
By Hanna Pyliotis
Directed by Megan Jones
This is not a fairytale. It's a reckoning.
This April, acclaimed theatre-maker Megan Jones and ..
Heathers the Musical
Playhouse Theatre
8 Apr 2026 to 3 May 2026
Direct from London and New York, the wickedly funny Heathers the Musical is coming to Melbourne in April.
Welcome to Westerberg High, where Veronica Sawyer is just another of the nobodies dreaming of a better day. But..
ART | Modern Classic Play
Comedy Theatre
22 Apr 2026 to 3 May 2026
Richard Roxburgh, Damon Herriman and Ryan Corr star together in the internationally award-winning play ART by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton.
A razor-sharp comedy about friendship, ego and the chaos ..
Melbourne Opera: Don Giovanni
Athenaeum Theatre
26 Apr 2026 to 3 May 2026
Melbourne Opera is staging a timely production of Don Giovanni (The Rake Punished) from 26 April - 3 May at the Athenaeum Theatre.
Don Giovanni is hailed as one of Mozart's greatest and most demanding operas.
Mel..
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty In A Dazzling Light Show
The Capitol
15 May 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..
Red Sky Morning
Theatre Works
6 May 2026 to 16 May 2026
Theatre Works presents
Red Sky Morning
By Tom Holloway
A powerful and poetic story about family, silence, and finding hope in the everyday.
A woman, a man, and a girl live under the same roof, and over the c..
Opera Australia: La Traviata
Regent Theatre
8 May 2026 to 16 May 2026
"What should I do? Plunge into the vortex of pleasure and drown there?" - Violetta
Violetta is a coveted courtesan, the toast of Paris, desired by many. When she meets the ardent Alfredo, her life changes forever and ..
Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a Sparkling Show
The Capitol
16 May 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..
The Jury Experience: Million-Dollar Murder or Web of Lies?
St Kilda Town Hall
16 May 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..
Opera Australia: 70th Anniversary Concert Gala
Regent Theatre
17 May 2026
Join us for a landmark, glittering celebration of our journey - and be part of the story that continues.
Seventy years ago, a band of idealists - butchers, pharmacists, newsagents - gave up their day jobs to celebrate..
Darebin Arts Speakeasy: Slop
Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre
13 May 2026 to 23 May 2026
Slop by Aviva Endean and Rebecca Jensen
Presented by Darebin Arts Speakeasy
Following the international success of their duet Slip, Rebecca Jensen and Aviva Endean return with Slop, a visceral sequel that plunges ..
Bernie Dieter's Club Kabarett
Meat Market
17 Apr 2026 to 24 May 2026
The global smash hit comes to Melbourne! A night of breathtaking circus, gender bending aerial and fire breathing sideshow.
The Queen of punk kabarett is turning Meat Market into the hottest kabarett club East of Berl..
Opera Australia: Gilbert & Sullivan - A Musical Celebration
Regent Theatre
22 May 2026 to 24 May 2026
Mischievous humour meets soaring melodies - a sparkling concert of operatic wit, whimsy and unforgettable song.
From not-so-fearsome pirates with a flair for melody, to bewigged Lords of the House tangled in mischief,..
Who's Bad | Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience
Athenaeum Theatre
22 May 2026 to 24 May 2026
Celebrate the "King of Pop" with Who's Bad, the ultimate Michael Jackson tribute touring Australia in 2026.
Now in its 20th year, this world-class production has sold out 50 UK venues, including London's iconic O2 Ar..
Opera Australia: Encore! Songs from the Musicals
Regent Theatre
28 May 2026 to 30 May 2026
A thrilling, star-studded showcase of showstoppers from our musical theatre classics.
There are moments in the theatre when time seems to stand still - when every note, every lyric, every breath pulls you deeper into ..
The Jury Experience: Diamonds, Lies, and a Dead Man
St Kilda Town Hall
30 May 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?
Crime #1: Superstar Lana..
Prima Facie
Comedy Theatre
20 May 2026 to 31 May 2026
Australian playwright Suzie Miller's razor-sharp writing has found extraordinary success around the world.
The original Australian production of her acclaimed one-woman play Prima Facie returns in a true homecoming, ..
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..
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 - Death by AI: Who Pays the Price?
St Kilda Town Hall
20 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?
Moral Dilemma #1: A dr..
Cirque Du Soleil: Kooza
Flemington Racecourse
20 May 2026 to 28 Jun 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..
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..
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 ..
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..
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..
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..
EUPHORIC | Burlesque Comedy Drag & Dance
The Round: Whitehorse Performing Arts Centre
3 May 2026 to 22 Aug 2026
A modern-day variety show of Comedy, Burlesque, Cabaret, Drag, Dance, Music and more!
This 18+ event combines burlesque, comedy, drag, cabaret, dance, and more in to a lively, fast-paced night out that's bold, cheeky,..
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..
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 sco..
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..
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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
THE SHOW THAT POPS YOUR CORK!
Step inside the velvet-draped world of Blanc de Blanc at Spiegel Haus Melbourne!
This intoxicating blend of circus, cabaret, comedy and risqué..
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..
Late Night Vice
Spiegel Haus Melbourne
Enter a world of mystery, mischief, and midnight glamour.
Late Night Vice is Melbourne's bold new after-hours escape.
Slink into Melbourne's glimmering wild side.
Late ..
The Book of Mormon 2026
Princess Theatre
Australia's biggest ever musical comedy is coming back to the Princess Theatre
Tuesday - Sunday | 6th February 2026 - 30th April 2026 (extended) @ Princess Theatre
This out..
The Melbourne Festival of Tease: The Sip Club
The Toff
Are you looking for a killer burlesque show in Melbourne? Well, look no further!
The doors to decadence swing open, the bubbles are flowing, and Melbourne's newest playground o..
Mara
Theatre Works
Theatre Works and Machination Theatre Ensemble proudly present
Mara
By Hanna Pyliotis
Directed by Megan Jones
This is not a fairytale. It's a reckoning.
This April, ..
Heathers the Musical
Playhouse Theatre
Direct from London and New York, the wickedly funny Heathers the Musical is coming to Melbourne in April.
Welcome to Westerberg High, where Veronica Sawyer is just another of th..
ART | Modern Classic Play
Comedy Theatre
Richard Roxburgh, Damon Herriman and Ryan Corr star together in the internationally award-winning play ART by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton.
A razor-sharp com..
Melbourne Opera: Don Giovanni
Athenaeum Theatre
Melbourne Opera is staging a timely production of Don Giovanni (The Rake Punished) from 26 April - 3 May at the Athenaeum Theatre.
Don Giovanni is hailed as one of Mozart's gre..
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 ..
Red Sky Morning
Theatre Works
Theatre Works presents
Red Sky Morning
By Tom Holloway
A powerful and poetic story about family, silence, and finding hope in the everyday.
A woman, a man, and a girl ..
Opera Australia: La Traviata
Regent Theatre
"What should I do? Plunge into the vortex of pleasure and drown there?" - Violetta
Violetta is a coveted courtesan, the toast of Paris, desired by many. When she meets the arden..
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..
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 ..
Opera Australia: 70th Anniversary Concert Gala
Regent Theatre
Join us for a landmark, glittering celebration of our journey - and be part of the story that continues.
Seventy years ago, a band of idealists - butchers, pharmacists, newsagen..
Darebin Arts Speakeasy: Slop
Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre
Slop by Aviva Endean and Rebecca Jensen
Presented by Darebin Arts Speakeasy
Following the international success of their duet Slip, Rebecca Jensen and Aviva Endean return wi..
Bernie Dieter's Club Kabarett
Meat Market
The global smash hit comes to Melbourne! A night of breathtaking circus, gender bending aerial and fire breathing sideshow.
The Queen of punk kabarett is turning Meat Market int..
Opera Australia: Gilbert & Sullivan - A Musical Celebration
Regent Theatre
Mischievous humour meets soaring melodies - a sparkling concert of operatic wit, whimsy and unforgettable song.
From not-so-fearsome pirates with a flair for melody, to bewigged..
Who's Bad | Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience
Athenaeum Theatre
Celebrate the "King of Pop" with Who's Bad, the ultimate Michael Jackson tribute touring Australia in 2026.
Now in its 20th year, this world-class production has sold out 50 UK..
Opera Australia: Encore! Songs from the Musicals
Regent Theatre
A thrilling, star-studded showcase of showstoppers from our musical theatre classics.
There are moments in the theatre when time seems to stand still - when every note, every ly..
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 ..
Prima Facie
Comedy Theatre
Australian playwright Suzie Miller's razor-sharp writing has found extraordinary success around the world.
The original Australian production of her acclaimed one-woman play Pr..
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..
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 - 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 ..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
EUPHORIC | Burlesque Comedy Drag & Dance
The Round: Whitehorse Performing Arts Centre
A modern-day variety show of Comedy, Burlesque, Cabaret, Drag, Dance, Music and more!
This 18+ event combines burlesque, comedy, drag, cabaret, dance, and more in to a lively, f..
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 ..
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 b..
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..
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
THE SHOW THAT POPS YOUR CORK!
Step inside the velvet-draped world of Blanc de Blanc at Spiegel Haus Melbourne!
This intoxicating blend of circus, cabaret, comedy and risqué glamour celebrates the wild and wonderf..
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..
Late Night Vice
Spiegel Haus Melbourne
30 Nov -0001
Enter a world of mystery, mischief, and midnight glamour.
Late Night Vice is Melbourne's bold new after-hours escape.
Slink into Melbourne's glimmering wild side.
Late Night Vice is a cocktail-drenched fever ..
The Book of Mormon 2026
Princess Theatre
6 Feb 2026 to 30 Apr 2026
Australia's biggest ever musical comedy is coming back to the Princess Theatre
Tuesday - Sunday | 6th February 2026 - 30th April 2026 (extended) @ Princess Theatre
This outrageous musical comedy follows the misad..
The Melbourne Festival of Tease: The Sip Club
The Toff
1 May 2026
Are you looking for a killer burlesque show in Melbourne? Well, look no further!
The doors to decadence swing open, the bubbles are flowing, and Melbourne's newest playground of glamour, mischief, and tease is callin..
Mara
Theatre Works
22 Apr 2026 to 2 May 2026
Theatre Works and Machination Theatre Ensemble proudly present
Mara
By Hanna Pyliotis
Directed by Megan Jones
This is not a fairytale. It's a reckoning.
This April, acclaimed theatre-maker Megan Jones and ..
Heathers the Musical
Playhouse Theatre
8 Apr 2026 to 3 May 2026
Direct from London and New York, the wickedly funny Heathers the Musical is coming to Melbourne in April.
Welcome to Westerberg High, where Veronica Sawyer is just another of the nobodies dreaming of a better day. But..
ART | Modern Classic Play
Comedy Theatre
22 Apr 2026 to 3 May 2026
Richard Roxburgh, Damon Herriman and Ryan Corr star together in the internationally award-winning play ART by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton.
A razor-sharp comedy about friendship, ego and the chaos ..
Melbourne Opera: Don Giovanni
Athenaeum Theatre
26 Apr 2026 to 3 May 2026
Melbourne Opera is staging a timely production of Don Giovanni (The Rake Punished) from 26 April - 3 May at the Athenaeum Theatre.
Don Giovanni is hailed as one of Mozart's greatest and most demanding operas.
Mel..
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty In A Dazzling Light Show
The Capitol
15 May 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..
Red Sky Morning
Theatre Works
6 May 2026 to 16 May 2026
Theatre Works presents
Red Sky Morning
By Tom Holloway
A powerful and poetic story about family, silence, and finding hope in the everyday.
A woman, a man, and a girl live under the same roof, and over the c..
Opera Australia: La Traviata
Regent Theatre
8 May 2026 to 16 May 2026
"What should I do? Plunge into the vortex of pleasure and drown there?" - Violetta
Violetta is a coveted courtesan, the toast of Paris, desired by many. When she meets the ardent Alfredo, her life changes forever and ..
Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a Sparkling Show
The Capitol
16 May 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..
The Jury Experience: Million-Dollar Murder or Web of Lies?
St Kilda Town Hall
16 May 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..
Opera Australia: 70th Anniversary Concert Gala
Regent Theatre
17 May 2026
Join us for a landmark, glittering celebration of our journey - and be part of the story that continues.
Seventy years ago, a band of idealists - butchers, pharmacists, newsagents - gave up their day jobs to celebrate..
Darebin Arts Speakeasy: Slop
Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre
13 May 2026 to 23 May 2026
Slop by Aviva Endean and Rebecca Jensen
Presented by Darebin Arts Speakeasy
Following the international success of their duet Slip, Rebecca Jensen and Aviva Endean return with Slop, a visceral sequel that plunges ..
Bernie Dieter's Club Kabarett
Meat Market
17 Apr 2026 to 24 May 2026
The global smash hit comes to Melbourne! A night of breathtaking circus, gender bending aerial and fire breathing sideshow.
The Queen of punk kabarett is turning Meat Market into the hottest kabarett club East of Berl..
Opera Australia: Gilbert & Sullivan - A Musical Celebration
Regent Theatre
22 May 2026 to 24 May 2026
Mischievous humour meets soaring melodies - a sparkling concert of operatic wit, whimsy and unforgettable song.
From not-so-fearsome pirates with a flair for melody, to bewigged Lords of the House tangled in mischief,..
Who's Bad | Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience
Athenaeum Theatre
22 May 2026 to 24 May 2026
Celebrate the "King of Pop" with Who's Bad, the ultimate Michael Jackson tribute touring Australia in 2026.
Now in its 20th year, this world-class production has sold out 50 UK venues, including London's iconic O2 Ar..
Opera Australia: Encore! Songs from the Musicals
Regent Theatre
28 May 2026 to 30 May 2026
A thrilling, star-studded showcase of showstoppers from our musical theatre classics.
There are moments in the theatre when time seems to stand still - when every note, every lyric, every breath pulls you deeper into ..
The Jury Experience: Diamonds, Lies, and a Dead Man
St Kilda Town Hall
30 May 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?
Crime #1: Superstar Lana..
Prima Facie
Comedy Theatre
20 May 2026 to 31 May 2026
Australian playwright Suzie Miller's razor-sharp writing has found extraordinary success around the world.
The original Australian production of her acclaimed one-woman play Prima Facie returns in a true homecoming, ..
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..
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 - Death by AI: Who Pays the Price?
St Kilda Town Hall
20 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?
Moral Dilemma #1: A dr..
Cirque Du Soleil: Kooza
Flemington Racecourse
20 May 2026 to 28 Jun 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..
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..
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 ..
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..
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..
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..
EUPHORIC | Burlesque Comedy Drag & Dance
The Round: Whitehorse Performing Arts Centre
3 May 2026 to 22 Aug 2026
A modern-day variety show of Comedy, Burlesque, Cabaret, Drag, Dance, Music and more!
This 18+ event combines burlesque, comedy, drag, cabaret, dance, and more in to a lively, fast-paced night out that's bold, cheeky,..
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..
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 sco..
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..
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The Arts Centre
Hamer Hall, Fairfax Studio, Ian Potter Theatre, Southbank Theatre, The Show Room.The Arts Centre Melbourne is proud to house some of the world's biggest and smallest, roundest and not-so-roundest, deepest and widest stages.
The Arts Centre Tickets Directions
What's On: Arts Centre Melbourne
- ➼ Heathers the MusicalHeathers the Musical
- ➼ Attack On Titan - Beyond the Walls World TourAttack On Titan - Beyond the Walls World Tour
- ➼ The Australian Ballet: The NutcrackerThe Australian Ballet: The Nutcracker
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Athenaeum Theatre
The Athenaeum Theatre on Collins Street in Melbourne's East End Theatre District hosts a range of theatre, comedy, music and opera performances.The theatre is smaller than many of Melbourne's larger theatres, giving performances a more intimate atmosphere.
Athenaeum Theatre Tickets Directions
What's On: Athenaeum Theatre
- ➼ Melbourne Opera: Don GiovanniMelbourne Opera: Don Giovanni
- ➼ Who's Bad | Ultimate Michael Jackson ExperienceWho's Bad | Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience
- ➼ Pride & Prejudice (Sort Of) Pride & Prejudice (Sort Of)
- ➼ Steel MagnoliasSteel Magnolias
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Comedy Theatre
Historic Melbourne theatre hosting comedy, musicals and plays.Comedy Theatre Tickets Directions
What's On: Comedy Theatre
- ➼ ART | Modern Classic PlayART | Modern Classic Play
- ➼ Prima FaciePrima Facie
- ➼ Bluey's Big Play - The Stage ShowBluey's Big Play - The Stage Show
- ➼ SIX The MusicalSIX The Musical
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Her Majesty's Theatre
One of Melbourne's most iconic theatres since 1886.Her Majesty's Theatre Tickets Directions
What's On: Her Majesty's Theatre
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Princess Theatre
One of Melbourne's most iconic theatres for major musicals.Princess Theatre Tickets Directions
What's On: Princess Theatre
- ➼ The Book of Mormon 2026The Book of Mormon 2026
- ➼ A Beautiful Noise | The Neil Diamond MusicalA Beautiful Noise | The Neil Diamond Musical
- ➼ MRS. DOUBTFIRE | MusicalMRS. DOUBTFIRE | Musical
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Regent Theatre
One of Melbourne's grandest theatres hosting major productions.Regent Theatre Tickets Directions
What's On: Regent Theatre
- ➼ Opera Australia: La TraviataOpera Australia: La Traviata
- ➼ Opera Australia: 70th Anniversary Concert GalaOpera Australia: 70th Anniversary Concert Gala
- ➼ Opera Australia: Gilbert & Sullivan - A Musical CelebrationOpera Australia: Gilbert & Sullivan - A Musical Celebration
- ➼ Opera Australia: Encore! Songs from the MusicalsOpera Australia: Encore! Songs from the Musicals
- ➼ The Australian Ballet: Romeo and JulietThe Australian Ballet: Romeo and Juliet
- ➼ Justin Peck's Copland Dance EpisodesJustin Peck's Copland Dance Episodes
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