News on your favorite shows, specials & more!

ATHENAEUM THEATRE

188 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Melbourne, Victoria

Melbourne Opera presents Lucia di Lammermoor from 8 May


Award-winning Greek-Australian soprano Elena Xanthoudakis extends her bel canto repertoire by taking on the starring role in Lucia di Lammermoor, directed by one of Australia’s ...


RELATED STORIES

Allan Raskall Joins The Cast Of CLUB VEGAS THE SPECTACLE


by Blair Ingenthron - March 24, 2024

The producers of CLUB VEGAS THE SPECTACLE have announced that they have secured the services of Nine News entertainment reporter Allan Raskall for the return Melbourne season at the Athenaeum theatre from May 29 2024....

Shimmery Burlesque Comes to The Athenaeum Theatre


by Stephi Wild - February 23, 2024

After two sold-out seasons, Shimmery Burlesque will take centre stage at the historic Athenaeum Theatre in Melbourne, shining a spotlight on the sparkling world of Burlesque in a grand theatrical spectacle....

CLUB VEGAS THE SPECTACLE Returns to Melbourne in May With Special Guest Rachael Beck


by Stephi Wild - February 19, 2024

CLUB VEGAS THE SPECTACLE returns to the Athenaeum theatre for a weeklong season from Wednesday 29th May 2024. Learn more about the production here!...

BLACK IS THE COLOR OF MY VOICE Will Embark on Australian Tour Next Month


by Stephi Wild - February 07, 2024

After critically acclaimed international performances and an award-winning Australian premiere at Adelaide Fringe in 2023, Black Is The Color Of My Voice will tour Australia this March. Find out which cities you can catch the show in here!...

World Premiere of JAZZ MEN Opens This Week in Melbourne


by Stephi Wild - January 08, 2024

JAZZ MEN arrives in Melbourne this week at the Athenaeum theatre on 10th & 11th January and is set to dazzle audiences with its non-stop breathtaking dance routines. Learn more about the show and find out how to get tickets here!...

Joel Creasey Joins THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW in Melbourne as The Narrator


by Stephi Wild - November 15, 2023

​​​​​​​After triumphant seasons in 2023, and due to phenomenal demand, the 50th Anniversary world tour continues its global celebrations in honour of iconic Rock ‘N' Roll musical The Rocky Horror Show in 2024. ...

ELVIS: A MUSICAL REVOLUTION Announces Sydney Return and Announces National Tour


by A.A. Cristi - October 09, 2023

Elvis: A Musical Revolution returns to Sydney's State Theatre and announces a national tour due to overwhelming demand....

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Breaks Box Office Records in Melbourne


by Stephi Wild - July 19, 2023

The 50th Anniversary production of iconic Rock ‘n’ Roll musical The Rocky Horror Show has broken records at the Athenaeum Theatre in Melbourne where it has been enjoying sold out performances with critical and audience acclaim, now becoming the highest grossing show of all time to be staged at the i...

JUSTIN'S BIG BALLOON SHOW Comes to The Athenaeum Theatre in September


by Stephi Wild - June 20, 2023

The ultimate stage show experience, led by the one and only Justin Williams, 2023 Champion of Australia's hit TV show BLOW UP! is set to premiere at The Athenaeum Theatre, Collins Street Melbourne from September 18 to 23....

SHAKE RATTLE 'N' ROLL The Happy Days Tour Returns at the Athenaeum Theatre


by Stephi Wild - April 20, 2023

Following sell-out seasons across Australia in 2022, SHAKE RATTLE ‘N’ ROLL The Happy Days Tour is back, and it’s more spectacular and ready to rock audiences of all ages!  ...

Past Shows

Dog Man: The Musical
Dog Man: The Musical
1/17 - 1/28/2024


Part dog, part man, ALL HERO! Dav Pilkey’s beloved characters come to life in an epic new musical playing at Melbourne’s Athenaeum Theatre these Summer ...

Jazz Men
Jazz Men
1/10 - 1/11/2024


Experience a scorching hot fusion of cabaret and sensuality that will leave you breathless. Moving to the rhythm of passion captivate your imagination with their ...

Elvis: A Musical Revolution
Elvis: A Musical Revolution
10/3 - 12/17/2023


Penned by acclaimed international writers, Elvis: A Musical Revolution is a new bio-musical exploring the extraordinary life of award-winning cultural icon and rock ‘n’ roll ...

Melbourne Opera presents Maria Stuarda


Acclaimed Melbourne soprano Helena Dix returns from an internationally broadcasted performance in the title role of Norma at New York’s Metropolitan Opera, to make her ...

Club Vegas - The Spectacle


Club Vegas comes to Melbourne and is set to dazzle audiences of all ages in a lavish and breathtaking, modern nod to the glamour and ...

Shake Rattle 'N' Roll
Shake Rattle 'N' Roll
5/12 - 5/14/2023


Following sell out performances across Australia in 2022, and by overwhelming demand, SHAKE RATTLE ‘N’ ROLL returns to The Athenaeum Theatre Melbourne! The music that ...

ORACLE - the myth
ORACLE - the myth
1/19 - 2/11/2023


A MYTHICAL JOURNEY THROUGH THE STARS AND CONSTELLATIONS From the creative team behind the award-winning MATADOR & the critically acclaimed MANSION, comes Bass Fam creative’s latest ...

ORACLE - the myth
ORACLE - the myth
7/14 - 7/30/2022


From the creative team behind the award, winning MATADOR & the critically acclaimed MANSION, comes their latest award winning, box office hit fusion of circus, ...

Melbourne Opera: The Rise and Fall of the City of Mahagonny


As the first main stage production in Australia in over forty years, Melbourne Opera and IOpera will present a stunning reinterpretation of Kurt Weill, Bertolt ...

Alex Williamson 'Oi Mate!' at Melbourne International Comedy Festival


The Loosest Aussie Bloke and Bogan Aussie Commentator Alex Williamson is back with another crushing hour of pure, uncut comedy platinum. A comedy festival isnt ...

Illusionaire Magic Show
Illusionaire Magic Show
12/6 - 12/19/2020


"A spellbinding show that is as funny as it is shocking and glamorous" - Herald SunBack to Melbourne from NYC with their off Broadway show ...

The ISO That Nearly Stole Christmas


Skunkworks Productions in collaboration with the Melbourne Digital Concert Hall invites music and comedy lovers to rediscover Christmas, ISO style. Bursting with wit, charm and ...

Senior Moments 2: Remember, Remember


The smash hit Senior Moments is back in a senior sequel without equal: Senior Moments 2! Australian showbiz legends Max Gillies, Tony Barber and Normie ...

Disenchanted
Disenchanted
9/6 - 9/8/2018


AUSTRALIAN PREMIERE IN MELBOURNE Following multiple sold out seasons across America and around the world, Mad About Theatre is thrilled to present the Australian premiere ...

Australia Day by Jonathan Biggins


Written and directed by acclaimed playwright and Sydney Theatre Company satirist Jonathan Biggins, Australia Day returns to Melbourne in a brand new production.The Australia Day ...

Fidelio - presented by Melbourne Opera


Beethoven's only opera, Fidelio, a work on which he lavished great attention and some of his most inspiring and dramatic music, launches Melbourne Opera's 2013 ...

Cosi Fan Tutte - presented by Melbourne Opera


Melbourne Opera has updated the traditional story to 1960s Melbourne, when strict moral values are challenged by free love. Confusion and high comedy ensues, combined ...


The Odd in Australia - Melbourne The Odd
Comedy Theatre (5/18 - 6/9)
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience - Melbourne in Australia - Melbourne Faulty Towers The Dining Experience - Melbourne
Oaks On Market Melbourne Hotel (5/17 - 5/17)
PHOTOS
Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap in Australia - Melbourne Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap
Theatre. Frankston Arts Centre (7/31 - 8/3)
VIDEOS
King Lear in Australia - Melbourne King Lear
Arts Centre Melbourne (7/25 - 8/11)
KOAL in Australia - Melbourne KOAL
Theatre Works (5/22 - 6/1)
Peacemongers by The People in Australia - Melbourne Peacemongers by The People
Darebin Arts Centre (4/24 - 5/5)
Melbourne Opera presents Lucia di Lammermoor from 8 May in Australia - Melbourne Melbourne Opera presents Lucia di Lammermoor from 8 May
Athenaeum Theatre (5/8 - 5/18)
VIEW SHOWS  ADD A SHOW  

Recommended For You