First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards; LADY MACBETH PLAYED WING DEFENCE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 01, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - December 01, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Arts Centre Melbourne's State Theatre Will Reopen Six Months Ahead Of Schedule
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
Art Centre Melbourne's famed State Theatre is set to open six months ahead of schedule, making it the first completed milestone as part of the $1.7 billion Melbourne Arts Precinct Transformation project.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
Art Centre Melbourne's famed State Theatre is set to open six months ahead of schedule, making it the first completed milestone as part of the $1.7 billion Melbourne Arts Precinct Transformation project.
Bird's Basement Celebrates Ten Years in Melbourne
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
Hidden just off La Trobe Street on Singer's Lane sits Bird's Basement, Melbourne's leading live music, dinner show and jazz destination. Next year, the venue will celebrate ten years of bringing world-class jazz to the heart of the city.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
Hidden just off La Trobe Street on Singer's Lane sits Bird's Basement, Melbourne's leading live music, dinner show and jazz destination. Next year, the venue will celebrate ten years of bringing world-class jazz to the heart of the city.
MSO's Free Concert Series to Take Place At The Sidney Myer Music Bowl
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2025
For the first time in 13 years, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra will return to its tradition of presenting four symphonic concerts at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2025
For the first time in 13 years, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra will return to its tradition of presenting four symphonic concerts at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl.
Full Cast Set For Victorian Opera's THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
Victorian Opera has announced the full cast for its production of Gilbert & Sullivan's The Pirates of Penzance, coming to the Palais Theatre from 31 January to 6 February.
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2025
Victorian Opera has announced the full cast for its production of Gilbert & Sullivan's The Pirates of Penzance, coming to the Palais Theatre from 31 January to 6 February.
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards
by BWW Awards - November 25, 2025
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards. The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - November 25, 2025
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards. The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Spiegel Haus Melbourne Expands Summer Programming With MIDSUMMA Shows And Latin New Year’s Eve Celebration
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Spiegel Haus Melbourne will expand its summer offerings with a lineup of cabaret, comedy, circus, and nightlife programming, while also serving as the official artist bar for Midsumma 2026.
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2025
Spiegel Haus Melbourne will expand its summer offerings with a lineup of cabaret, comedy, circus, and nightlife programming, while also serving as the official artist bar for Midsumma 2026.
WAITRESS to Open in Melbourne Ahead of Sydney Run
by Gillian Blum - November 22, 2025
Sara Bareilles' Waitress announced a May 2026 Melbourne run ahead of its a season at the Sydney Lyric Theatre beginning in August; The Melbourne run will be at Her Majesty’s Theatre, with Sydney's at the Sydney Lyric Theatre.
by Gillian Blum - November 22, 2025
Sara Bareilles' Waitress announced a May 2026 Melbourne run ahead of its a season at the Sydney Lyric Theatre beginning in August; The Melbourne run will be at Her Majesty’s Theatre, with Sydney's at the Sydney Lyric Theatre.
Aakash Odedra's Dance Work Inspired By An Ancient Sufi Myth Comes to Arts Centre Melbourne
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2025
Award-winning UK choreographer and dancer Aakash Odedra will return to Australia with his critically acclaimed dance work, Songs of the Bulbul at the Playhouse, Arts Centre Melbourne.
by BWW News Desk - November 20, 2025
Award-winning UK choreographer and dancer Aakash Odedra will return to Australia with his critically acclaimed dance work, Songs of the Bulbul at the Playhouse, Arts Centre Melbourne.
The National Drama School Actors Ensemble Will Perform GOLDEN SOIL & WEALTH FOR TOIL
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Under the direction of Clowning and Bouffon master Fabio Motta, The National Drama School Actors Ensemble, comprising final year Advanced Diploma students, present their self-devised end-of-year production Golden Soil & Wealth for Toil.
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2025
Under the direction of Clowning and Bouffon master Fabio Motta, The National Drama School Actors Ensemble, comprising final year Advanced Diploma students, present their self-devised end-of-year production Golden Soil & Wealth for Toil.
K-Pop Group ATEEZ Details 2026 Australian Tour
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2025
The globally acclaimed K-pop group ATEEZ has announced their highly anticipated Australian headline tour, set to take place in March 2026. Find out more here.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2025
The globally acclaimed K-pop group ATEEZ has announced their highly anticipated Australian headline tour, set to take place in March 2026. Find out more here.
Cast Set For LOVE ACTUALLY? in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2025
Following extensive auditions across Australia, the Off-Broadway smash hit, Love Actually? The Musical Parody has announced three separate local casts for Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane's festive seasons.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2025
Following extensive auditions across Australia, the Off-Broadway smash hit, Love Actually? The Musical Parody has announced three separate local casts for Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane's festive seasons.
Huon to Join Midnight Til Morning on Australian Tour
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2025
Midnight Til Morning have announced that local artist Huon will join them on their upcoming debut east coast tour, which kicks off on Thursday 20 November.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2025
Midnight Til Morning have announced that local artist Huon will join them on their upcoming debut east coast tour, which kicks off on Thursday 20 November.
HARRY POTTER: THE EXHIBITION Will Launch After Hours Events
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2025
Harry Potter: The Exhibition is inviting its adult fans to experience the world-renowned exhibition, in a new way with the launch of After Hours, an exclusive 18+ event debuting in Melbourne in November.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2025
Harry Potter: The Exhibition is inviting its adult fans to experience the world-renowned exhibition, in a new way with the launch of After Hours, an exclusive 18+ event debuting in Melbourne in November.
Rob Mills, Casey Donovan, And Paulini Reunite For John Foreman's THE IDOLS OF MUSICAL THEATRE
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2025
Rob Mills, Casey Donovan, and Paulini reunite with John Foreman for The Idols of Musical Theatre at Melbourne Recital Centre on December 27–28. Tickets on sale now.
by BWW News Desk - November 12, 2025
Rob Mills, Casey Donovan, and Paulini reunite with John Foreman for The Idols of Musical Theatre at Melbourne Recital Centre on December 27–28. Tickets on sale now.
Olivier Award–Winning Comedy PRIDE AND PREJUDICE (SORT OF) To Tour Australia In 2026
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2025
Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Australian tour of Pride and Prejudice (sort of), the Olivier Award–winning musical comedy by Isobel McArthur, after Jane Austen. The production will open at Melbourne’s Atheneum Theatre on June 18, followed by engagements at the Sydney Opera House (July 16), IPAC Wollongong (September 2), Canberra Theatre Centre (September 16), and QPAC Brisbane (September 30).
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2025
Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Australian tour of Pride and Prejudice (sort of), the Olivier Award–winning musical comedy by Isobel McArthur, after Jane Austen. The production will open at Melbourne’s Atheneum Theatre on June 18, followed by engagements at the Sydney Opera House (July 16), IPAC Wollongong (September 2), Canberra Theatre Centre (September 16), and QPAC Brisbane (September 30).
Joyce DiDonato Makes Australian Debut with Melbourne and Tasmanian Symphony Orchestras
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2025
Multi-Grammy Award–winning mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato will make her long-anticipated Australian debut this month, appearing with both the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra in a series of gala performances.
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2025
Multi-Grammy Award–winning mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato will make her long-anticipated Australian debut this month, appearing with both the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra in a series of gala performances.
MSO Single Tickets On Sale For Season 2026
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2025
In 2026, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra will celebrate 120 years of music-making by freezing 2026 ticket prices at 2025 levels, reinforcing its commitment to making orchestral music more accessible to Victorians.
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2025
In 2026, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra will celebrate 120 years of music-making by freezing 2026 ticket prices at 2025 levels, reinforcing its commitment to making orchestral music more accessible to Victorians.
Arts Centre Melbourne Invites Victoria's Artistic Communities to Shape 2026 PLAY Program
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2025
Artists and arts organisations from across Victoria are invited to submit proposals for Arts Centre Melbourne's 2026 PLAY public program. Learn more about the program here!
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2025
Artists and arts organisations from across Victoria are invited to submit proposals for Arts Centre Melbourne's 2026 PLAY public program. Learn more about the program here!
SABOTAGE to Make Its World Premiere at The Motley Bauhaus in December
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2025
Sabotage, a new play by Harrison Clark, makes its world premiere at The Motley Bauhaus from December 2–6, 2025. The production marks Clark’s playwriting debut and features him alongside Declan Magee (The Milk Bar, Metro) in a surreal, self-reflective comedy set in an otherworldly airport departure lounge.
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2025
Sabotage, a new play by Harrison Clark, makes its world premiere at The Motley Bauhaus from December 2–6, 2025. The production marks Clark’s playwriting debut and features him alongside Declan Magee (The Milk Bar, Metro) in a surreal, self-reflective comedy set in an otherworldly airport departure lounge.
Last Chance To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards
by BWW Awards - October 27, 2025
This is your last chance to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - October 27, 2025
This is your last chance to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
New CBD Entertainment Precinct Spiegel Haus Melbourne Reveals Further Programming
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2025
Spiegel Haus Melbourne – the new summer destination for shows, food and drinks, and nightlife – will welcome its first guests this month when Blanc de Blanc Encore commences previews. Learn more about the lineup here!
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2025
Spiegel Haus Melbourne – the new summer destination for shows, food and drinks, and nightlife – will welcome its first guests this month when Blanc de Blanc Encore commences previews. Learn more about the lineup here!
Richard Marx Details 2026 Five-City Australian Tour
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter and producer Richard Marx is set to return to Australia in April 2026 for a national tour. The five-city run will see Marx bring his catalogue to Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra, Newcastle and Melbourne.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
GRAMMY Award-winning singer, songwriter and producer Richard Marx is set to return to Australia in April 2026 for a national tour. The five-city run will see Marx bring his catalogue to Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra, Newcastle and Melbourne.
Richard Clayderman Returns To Australia With TIMELESS ROMANCE Tour In November 2025
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
International piano star Richard Clayderman returns to Australia in November 2025 with his Timeless Romance tour, featuring concerts in Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney.
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
International piano star Richard Clayderman returns to Australia in November 2025 with his Timeless Romance tour, featuring concerts in Brisbane, Melbourne, and Sydney.
Caroline O'Connor, Silvie Paladino & More Join Line-Up for MORNING MELODIES 2026
by Gillian Blum - October 19, 2025
Caroline O'Connor, Silvie Paladino, Teddy Tahu Rhodes, Georgia Wilkinson, Denis Walter and Claire Lyon are among the star-studded line-up set to perform at Hamer Hall as part of Arts Centre Melbourne’s 2026 Morning Melodies program.
by Gillian Blum - October 19, 2025
Caroline O'Connor, Silvie Paladino, Teddy Tahu Rhodes, Georgia Wilkinson, Denis Walter and Claire Lyon are among the star-studded line-up set to perform at Hamer Hall as part of Arts Centre Melbourne’s 2026 Morning Melodies program.
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