La MaMa To Present Antipodes Theatre Company’s BACK TO TE MAUNGA
by A.A. Cristi - January 21, 2026
La Mama will present Antipodes Theatre Company’s Back to Te Maunga in March. Written by Joel Te Teira and directed by Keegan Bragg, the play explores male friendship, grief, and Māori spirituality. The production will run for a limited engagement at La Mama Courthouse.
by A.A. Cristi - January 21, 2026
La Mama will present Antipodes Theatre Company’s Back to Te Maunga in March. Written by Joel Te Teira and directed by Keegan Bragg, the play explores male friendship, grief, and Māori spirituality. The production will run for a limited engagement at La Mama Courthouse.
Merrigong Theatre Company Will Perform THEATRE UNDER THE STARS – THE COMEDY OF ERRORS
by Stephi Wild - January 20, 2026
Merrigong Theatre Company will transform The University of Wollongong’s Kooloobong Oval into a spectacular open-air theatre this summer to present Sport for Jove’s The Comedy of Errors.
by Stephi Wild - January 20, 2026
Merrigong Theatre Company will transform The University of Wollongong’s Kooloobong Oval into a spectacular open-air theatre this summer to present Sport for Jove’s The Comedy of Errors.
STABLE CONFUSION Comes to Arts House in February
by Stephi Wild - January 20, 2026
Arts House will present 'STABLE CONFUSION,' a collaborative performance by Worlds Only & Junior Major, on February 13, 2026. The event promises an evening of innovative and thought-provoking entertainment.
by Stephi Wild - January 20, 2026
Arts House will present 'STABLE CONFUSION,' a collaborative performance by Worlds Only & Junior Major, on February 13, 2026. The event promises an evening of innovative and thought-provoking entertainment.
MSO Offers $20 First Look Seats for Upcoming Concerts
by Stephi Wild - January 20, 2026
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) has announced a new initiative offering $20 First Look seats for all its upcoming concerts. This initiative aims to make live performances more accessible to a broader audience, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to experience the magic of live music.
by Stephi Wild - January 20, 2026
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) has announced a new initiative offering $20 First Look seats for all its upcoming concerts. This initiative aims to make live performances more accessible to a broader audience, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to experience the magic of live music.
The Classics Opera Returns to Victoria Gardens With BAG, BORROW, OR STEAL
by Stephi Wild - January 20, 2026
The City of Stonnington will present 'Beg, Borrow or Steal' at Victoria Gardens, Prahran on February 7, 2026, as part of the 24th annual Classics Opera series.
by Stephi Wild - January 20, 2026
The City of Stonnington will present 'Beg, Borrow or Steal' at Victoria Gardens, Prahran on February 7, 2026, as part of the 24th annual Classics Opera series.
Tsehay Hawkins to Guest Star in MJ The Musical in Melbourne
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 16, 2026
Tsehay Hawkins will appear in the Melbourne production of MJ The Musical, making her theatrical stage debut. MJ THE MUSICAL must close at Melbourne’s Her Majesty’s Theatre in March.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 16, 2026
Tsehay Hawkins will appear in the Melbourne production of MJ The Musical, making her theatrical stage debut. MJ THE MUSICAL must close at Melbourne’s Her Majesty’s Theatre in March.
Joseph Green Will Bring MUSHROOM LADY & ME to Melbourne Comedy Festival
by Stephi Wild - January 13, 2026
Joseph Green will present his new comedic play 'THE MUSHROOM LADY' at the upcoming Melbourne Comedy Festival. This engaging production, set to captivate audiences with its unique narrative and humor, marks a significant addition to the festival's lineup.
by Stephi Wild - January 13, 2026
Joseph Green will present his new comedic play 'THE MUSHROOM LADY' at the upcoming Melbourne Comedy Festival. This engaging production, set to captivate audiences with its unique narrative and humor, marks a significant addition to the festival's lineup.
BMW Opera for All Concert Will Return For 2026
by Stephi Wild - January 13, 2026
BMW and Opera Australia announced a collaboration for the 2026 Opera for All concert, aiming to make opera accessible to a broader audience. The event is set to feature renowned performances in a landmark venue, enhancing cultural outreach.
by Stephi Wild - January 13, 2026
BMW and Opera Australia announced a collaboration for the 2026 Opera for All concert, aiming to make opera accessible to a broader audience. The event is set to feature renowned performances in a landmark venue, enhancing cultural outreach.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Australia - Melbourne Awards
by BWW Awards - January 12, 2026
Winners have been announced 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 - January 12, 2026
Winners have been announced 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.
QUEER EYES Star Jonathan Van Ness Brings New Tour to Australia and New Zealand
by Josh Sharpe - January 12, 2026
Fresh off three worldwide comedy tours, Queer Eye star Jonathan Van Ness is bringing his brand new show Hot & Healed to Australia and New Zealand. Take a look at the tour dates here.
by Josh Sharpe - January 12, 2026
Fresh off three worldwide comedy tours, Queer Eye star Jonathan Van Ness is bringing his brand new show Hot & Healed to Australia and New Zealand. Take a look at the tour dates here.
Australia’s Flying Fruit Fly Circus Launches First-Ever Melbourne Training Program
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2026
Australia’s National Youth Circus, the Flying Fruit Fly Circus, will launch its first-ever Melbourne training program in January 2026, offering contemporary circus classes for all ages at Circus Centre Melbourne.
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2026
Australia’s National Youth Circus, the Flying Fruit Fly Circus, will launch its first-ever Melbourne training program in January 2026, offering contemporary circus classes for all ages at Circus Centre Melbourne.
Tickets on Sale Now For REBEL: A New Musical in Melbourne
by Stephi Wild - January 07, 2026
After acclaimed productions in 2014 and 2019 and international workshops, Drew Downing’s REBEL will return to Melbourne in 2026. Learn more about the production here!
by Stephi Wild - January 07, 2026
After acclaimed productions in 2014 and 2019 and international workshops, Drew Downing’s REBEL will return to Melbourne in 2026. Learn more about the production here!
Master Magician Tim Ellis Brings HOUSE OF GAMES to The Laneway Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - January 05, 2026
Master magician Tim Ellis has unveiled THE HOUSE OF GAMES, his eleventh full-length theatrical production since the opening of the Laneway Theatre in 2017. The show is currently playing Saturday nights at the Northcote venue, which operates from a hidden, map-only location.
by A.A. Cristi - January 05, 2026
Master magician Tim Ellis has unveiled THE HOUSE OF GAMES, his eleventh full-length theatrical production since the opening of the Laneway Theatre in 2017. The show is currently playing Saturday nights at the Northcote venue, which operates from a hidden, map-only location.
Katrina Mathers Returns to Melbourne International Comedy Festival with New Work
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2026
After a 23 year hiatus, double cancer survivor and previous Moosehead Award-winner Katrina Mathers (The Wedge, Flipside, Footy Chicks) now returns to the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2026
After a 23 year hiatus, double cancer survivor and previous Moosehead Award-winner Katrina Mathers (The Wedge, Flipside, Footy Chicks) now returns to the Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
RENT Comes to Midsumma 2026 in St Michael's Community and St Kilda Creatives Collaboration
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2026
St Michael's community and St Kilda creatives will collaborate for a poignant production of RENT at Midsumma 2026, with Performances at Performing Arts Centre, St George's from January 21-24.
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2026
St Michael's community and St Kilda creatives will collaborate for a poignant production of RENT at Midsumma 2026, with Performances at Performing Arts Centre, St George's from January 21-24.
Arts Centre Melbourne Unveils School Holiday Workshops For January
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2025
Arts Centre Melbourne has announced its School Holiday Workshops program, featuring hands-on creative sessions for children and families. Tickets are available through Arts Centre Melbourne.
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2025
Arts Centre Melbourne has announced its School Holiday Workshops program, featuring hands-on creative sessions for children and families. Tickets are available through Arts Centre Melbourne.
Emma O'Halloran's Double-Bill MARY MOTORHEAD & TRADE Premieres in Australia at The Malthouse
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2025
Australian Contemporary Opera Co. (ACOCO) will present the Australian premiere of Emma O'Halloran's acclaimed chamber operas Mary Motorhead and Trade in the Beckett Theatre at The Malthouse in March 2026.
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2025
Australian Contemporary Opera Co. (ACOCO) will present the Australian premiere of Emma O'Halloran's acclaimed chamber operas Mary Motorhead and Trade in the Beckett Theatre at The Malthouse in March 2026.
AUSTRALIAN OPEN to Run at Theatre Works in January
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2025
Slicing across the Theatre Works stage in the heat of Melbourne tennis-mania this Midsumma Festival is Australian Open — Angus Cameron’s wickedly funny play about elite tennis, family, and open relationships.
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2025
Slicing across the Theatre Works stage in the heat of Melbourne tennis-mania this Midsumma Festival is Australian Open — Angus Cameron’s wickedly funny play about elite tennis, family, and open relationships.
Antipodes Theatre Company's 月を見る夜 MOONGAZING Comes to La Mama HQ in February
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
月を見る夜 Moongazing will kick off LA MAMA PRESENTS in February 2026 at La Mama HQ. Performances run 4-22 Feb 2026. Learn more about the performance here!
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
月を見る夜 Moongazing will kick off LA MAMA PRESENTS in February 2026 at La Mama HQ. Performances run 4-22 Feb 2026. Learn more about the performance here!
SAINTS Comes to La Mama Courthouse in February
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
Elbow Room Theatre will offer a new spin on the witch in history this February in their latest show presented by La Mama. Performances of Saints run 6-27 Feb 2026. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2025
Elbow Room Theatre will offer a new spin on the witch in history this February in their latest show presented by La Mama. Performances of Saints run 6-27 Feb 2026. Learn more here!
Arts Centre Melbourne Will Present Trick Of The Light Theatre’s THE BOOKBINDER
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
Arts Centre Melbourne will welcome Trick of the Light Theatre’s internationally acclaimed production THE BOOKBINDER, bringing the inventive one-man show to The Show Room.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
Arts Centre Melbourne will welcome Trick of the Light Theatre’s internationally acclaimed production THE BOOKBINDER, bringing the inventive one-man show to The Show Room.
HARRY POTTER: THE EXHIBITION Extends Melbourne Run
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
Harry Potter: The Exhibition will remain on view in Melbourne following an extension due to strong attendance. The interactive installation highlights costumes, props, and environments from across the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films, as well as the stage production Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
Harry Potter: The Exhibition will remain on view in Melbourne following an extension due to strong attendance. The interactive installation highlights costumes, props, and environments from across the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films, as well as the stage production Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.
Australian Museum Of Performing Arts To Open DIVA, A New Blockbuster Exhibition
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
The Australian Museum of Performing Arts will open DIVA, a major new exhibition developed with London’s Victoria and Albert Museum. Featuring more than 250 objects, DIVA highlights international icons and Australian artists who have redefined the meaning of the word “diva.”
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2025
The Australian Museum of Performing Arts will open DIVA, a major new exhibition developed with London’s Victoria and Albert Museum. Featuring more than 250 objects, DIVA highlights international icons and Australian artists who have redefined the meaning of the word “diva.”
Theatre Works Executive Director, Dianne Toulson, Announces Planned Departure
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2025
After eight years of transformative leadership, Theatre Works Executive Director Dianne Toulson has announced that she will step down from the role in 2026.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2025
After eight years of transformative leadership, Theatre Works Executive Director Dianne Toulson has announced that she will step down from the role in 2026.
Tickets on Sale this Week for WAITRESS in Melbourne
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2025
Tickets are now on pre-sale for the Melbourne premiere of Broadway’s smash-hit musical Waitress, which will light up Her Majesty’s Theatre starting May 1, 2026, and general public tickets go on sale this Friday, December 12.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2025
Tickets are now on pre-sale for the Melbourne premiere of Broadway’s smash-hit musical Waitress, which will light up Her Majesty’s Theatre starting May 1, 2026, and general public tickets go on sale this Friday, December 12.
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