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THE BOOKBINDER Run Extended at Arts Centre Melbourne PhotosTHE BOOKBINDER Run Extended at Arts Centre Melbourne
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(03/12/2026) - Due to popular demand, The Bookbinder season at Arts Centre Melbourne has been extended with two extra performances added on Thursday 30 April and Friday 1 May 2026.

Tribute Concert to Honor James Horner's Iconic Film Scores Comes to Arts Centre  PhotosTribute Concert to Honor James Horner's Iconic Film Scores Comes to Arts Centre Melbourne
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(03/11/2026) - In 2026, a special concert will honor the illustrious career of Hollywood composer James Horner, known for his impactful film scores. The event, set to feature performances of Horner's most memorable compositions, aims to celebrate his contributions to film music. Audiences can expect to hear pieces from blockbuster films, highlighting the composer's unique ability to enhance cinematic storytelling through music. The concert promises to be a significant occasion for fans of film and music alike,

New Arts Venue The Motley Wherehaus Opens In 2026 PhotosNew Arts Venue The Motley Wherehaus Opens In 2026
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(03/09/2026) - The Motley WhereHaus will open this Melbourne International Comedy Festival at 432 Queen Street, Melbourne — adjacent to Queen Victoria Market — on Monday 23 March as the largest independent artist-run venue in Melbourne. 

Melbourne Magic Festival Reveals Second International Superstar Guest For 2026 PhotosMelbourne Magic Festival Reveals Second International Superstar Guest For 2026
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(03/09/2026) - Hernan Maccagno, known for his unique approach to magic, will present two distinct shows at the Melbourne Magic Festival in 2026, including the exclusive 'Reflection of the Impossible'.

Vera Blue Collaborates With MSO for ORCHESTRAL VEIL Concert PhotosVera Blue Collaborates With MSO for ORCHESTRAL VEIL Concert
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(03/05/2026) - The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra will reunite with one of Australia's most electrifying contemporary artists, Vera Blue, for a spectacular one-night only collision of intimacy and scale, where electronic pulse meets full symphonic force.

Chris Demos Brings CHIPS IN THE NIGHT to Melbourne Comedy Festival PhotosChris Demos Brings CHIPS IN THE NIGHT to Melbourne Comedy Festival
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(03/04/2026) - Chris Demos will star in the upcoming festival performance of CHIPS IN THE NIGHT, marking a notable return to the stage. The event is set to captivate audiences with its intriguing narrative and dynamic production.

ELMO'S CIRCUS DREAM Comes to Dingley Village, Bayswater, and Craigieburn PhotosELMO'S CIRCUS DREAM Comes to Dingley Village, Bayswater, and Craigieburn
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(03/04/2026) - Elmo's Circus Dream is bringing its magical Big Top adventure to Dingley Village, Bayswater and Craigieburn for a limited season. Learn more about the show here!

Cast Set for WAITRESS Australian Premiere in March 2026 PhotosCast Set for WAITRESS Australian Premiere in March 2026
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(03/04/2026) - Additional performers have been announced who will play lead roles and ensemble in the Australian Premiere of Broadway's musical WAITRESS, which will ignite Her Majesty's Theatre Melbourne.

Briefs Factory to Stage BRIEFS: THE WORKS at Spiegel Haus Melbourne PhotosBriefs Factory to Stage BRIEFS: THE WORKS at Spiegel Haus Melbourne
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(03/03/2026) - Briefs Factory will present BRIEFS: THE WORKS at Spiegel Haus Melbourne from March 18 to April 19, 2026, featuring a blend of cabaret and provocative performance art.

Bloomshed to Stage Rework of ANIMAL FARM at Arts Centre Melbourne PhotosBloomshed to Stage Rework of ANIMAL FARM at Arts Centre Melbourne
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(03/03/2026) - The Green Room award-winning theatre company Bloomshed (Pride & Prejudice, Paradise Lost) will stage an epic rework of the famous Orwell fable Animal Farm at Arts Centre Melbourne's Fairfax Studio.

George Rigden Brings SELF INFLICTED to Melbourne Comedy Festival PhotosGeorge Rigden Brings SELF INFLICTED to Melbourne Comedy Festival
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(02/27/2026) - Comedian George Rigden will present his new show 'SELF INFLICTED' at the Melbourne Comedy Festival, exploring themes of cancellation and recovery. Learn more here!

Jeff Dunham Will Embark On Australian Tour In August 2026 PhotosJeff Dunham Will Embark On Australian Tour In August 2026
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(02/26/2026) - Legendary comedian, Jeff Dunham has announced his return to Australia in August 2026, kicking off in Perth in August then heading to Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney. 

Ariana And The Rose to Present THE BREAKUP VARIETY HOUR Australian PhotosAriana And The Rose to Present THE BREAKUP VARIETY HOUR Australian
by A.A. Cristi - Australia - Melbourne

(02/25/2026) - From 6th April – 19th April 2026, The Breakup Variety Hour, an electrifying show from Brooklyn artist Ariana and the Rose, makes its Australian debut at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, before heading to the Sydney Comedy Festival from 23rd – 24th April.

NED KELLY: THE MUSICAL Returns to the Stage in Ballarat This March PhotosNED KELLY: THE MUSICAL Returns to the Stage in Ballarat This March
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(02/25/2026) - Victorian Opera will present NED KELLY: THE MUSICAL at Her Majesty's Theatre in Ballarat, featuring a cast of Australian musical-theatre greats for a limited two-performance run.

AMPLIFIED: Chrissy Amphlett's Legacy Rocks Melbourne's Comedy Theatre PhotosAMPLIFIED: Chrissy Amphlett's Legacy Rocks Melbourne's Comedy Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(02/23/2026) - Amplified: The Exquisite Rock and Rage of Chrissy Amphlett will return to Melbourne for a strictly limited run, playing five shows only at the Comedy Theatre next month. Learn more here!

TWINKLE TOWN Comes to Melbourne International Comedy Festival PhotosTWINKLE TOWN Comes to Melbourne International Comedy Festival
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(02/23/2026) - Featuring all the best songs from the hit Disney Channel Original Movie High School Musical, Twinkle Town shows the highs and lows of theatre life. Learn more here!

Top Australian Artists to Perform at BMW Opera For All Free Concert in Fed Squar PhotosTop Australian Artists to Perform at BMW Opera For All Free Concert in Fed Square
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(02/20/2026) - BMW Opera For All will present a free concert featuring leading Australian artists at Federation Square on February 20, 2026. This cultural event aims to make opera accessible to a broader audience, showcasing exceptional local talent in a landmark venue.

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Will Perform Distant Worlds: Music From FINAL F PhotosThe Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Will Perform Distant Worlds: Music From FINAL FANTASY
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(02/18/2026) - The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and AWR Music Productions will present the internationally acclaimed concert experience Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY at Hamer Hall from 23 – 25 July.

MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL To Return To Sydney In March 2027 PhotosMOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL To Return To Sydney In March 2027
by A.A. Cristi - Australia - Melbourne

(02/16/2026) - Global Creatures has announced that MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL will return to Sydney in March 2027, promising another spectacular season of this beloved production.

Al Jardine To Tour Australia In 2026 With The Pet Sounds Band PhotosAl Jardine To Tour Australia In 2026 With The Pet Sounds Band
by A.A. Cristi - Australia - Melbourne

(02/16/2026) - Al Jardine will tour Australia in 2026 with The Pet Sounds Band, performing Beach Boys classics and deep cuts. The tour will visit Sydney, Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane and Newcastle. Tickets are now on sale for the June and July dates.

HEATHERS THE MUSICAL Australian Premiere Cast Unveiled PhotosHEATHERS THE MUSICAL Australian Premiere Cast Unveiled
by A.A. Cristi - Australia - Melbourne

(02/16/2026) - HEATHERS THE MUSICAL has announced its cast for the Australian premiere, featuring Emma Caporaso and a mix of seasoned performers. The show will open in Melbourne on April 8 and tour major cities.

Emma Algeri's MRS MARVIN Will Embark on Australian Tour in 2026 PhotosEmma Algeri's MRS MARVIN Will Embark on Australian Tour in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(02/13/2026) - Emma Algeri's character 'Mrs Marvin' will tour Australia in 2026, showcasing a unique blend of comedy and music following critical acclaim. Learn more here!

Arts Centre Melbourne to Showcase Australian Books and Unique Performances PhotosArts Centre Melbourne to Showcase Australian Books and Unique Performances
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(02/12/2026) - Following a summer of family programming that welcomed more than 24,000 visitors through the doors, Arts Centre Melbourne has announced a new season of distinctive and engaging works.

Natalie Bassingthwaighte, Rob Mills and More to Lead WAITRESS Australia Premiere PhotosNatalie Bassingthwaighte, Rob Mills and More to Lead WAITRESS Australia Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Australia - Melbourne

(02/10/2026) - Casting has been announced for the Australian Premiere of Broadway's smash-hit musical WAITRESS, which will light up Her Majesty's Theatre Melbourne from 1 May, and the Sydney Lyric Theatre from 1 August. Tickets are now on sale.

Arts House to Present a Groundbreaking Cyber-Opera in 2026 PhotosArts House to Present a Groundbreaking Cyber-Opera in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(02/10/2026) - Opera for the Dead | 祭歌 is a modern Chinese cyber-opera that delves into the connection between life, death and mourning as an embodied, multi-sensory ritual. 

SOME SECRETS SHOULD BE KEPT SECRET Comes to La Mama This March PhotosSOME SECRETS SHOULD BE KEPT SECRET Comes to La Mama This March
by Stephi Wild - Australia - Melbourne

(02/09/2026) - La Mama will host the final chapter of Glenn Shea's 'An Indigenous Trilogy', exploring deep-seated secrets through a Black gothic narrative at La Mama HQ.

The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra to Present EMMA DONOVAN: TAKE ME TO THE RIVER PhotosThe Melbourne Symphony Orchestra to Present EMMA DONOVAN: TAKE ME TO THE RIVER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Australia - Melbourne

(02/05/2026) - The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra will present Emma Donovan: Take Me To The River as its 2026 NAIDOC Week celebration — a powerful concert of soul, story and cultural connection led by one of Australia's most distinctive voices.

Lion Heart Dance Company To Premiere WHAT THE FLOCK At Chapel Off Chapel PhotosLion Heart Dance Company To Premiere WHAT THE FLOCK At Chapel Off Chapel
by A.A. Cristi - Australia - Melbourne

(02/04/2026) - To celebrate 10 years of creating art that moves the heart, Lion Heart Dance Company is premiering What The Flock, a brand new work by Green Room Award nominated choreographer, Benjamin Curé, at Chapel Off Chapel from 4-8 March 2026.

Arts House Will Present World Premiere Of SPECIALS By Kath Duncan PhotosArts House Will Present World Premiere Of SPECIALS By Kath Duncan
by A.A. Cristi - Australia - Melbourne

(02/03/2026) - Arts House will present the world premiere of Specials, a new work by playwright Kath Duncan developed through the Warehouse Residency program. The disabled-led production examines the legacy of Australia’s special education system.




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