The latest theatre news from Melbourne, Australia — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
Celebrating the announcement of her forthcoming third studio album, Florescence, Maisie Peters will return to Australia with two intimate shows in Sydney and Melbourne this March, part of a global ‘Before The Bloom’ theatre run.
Harry Potter: The Exhibition, is heading into its last few weeks in Melbourne since opening last April 2025.
La Mama will present Antipodes Theatre Company’s Back to Te Maunga in March.
50 years after Ralph McTell first toured Australia, the British singer-songwriter will return for one final farewell tour, performing at 6 venues across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, and the Australian Capital Territory.
Tubular Bells in Concert will head to Australia in June 2026 as part of the 50th Anniversary World Tour celebration.
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.
Arts House will present 'STABLE CONFUSION,' a collaborative performance by Worlds Only & Junior Major, on February 13, 2026.
The Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) has announced a new initiative offering $20 First Look seats for all its upcoming concerts.
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 will appear in the Melbourne production of MJ The Musical, making her theatrical stage debut.
Joseph Green will present his new comedic play 'THE MUSHROOM LADY' at the upcoming Melbourne Comedy Festival.
BMW and Opera Australia announced a collaboration for the 2026 Opera for All concert, aiming to make opera accessible to a broader audience.
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.
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.
After acclaimed productions in 2014 and 2019 and international workshops, Drew Downing’s REBEL will return to Melbourne in 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.
Enter to win two tickets to opening night on Sunday, April 12, 2026, dinner, and a merch pack from Titanique on Broadway! The prize includes opening night tickets, dinner for two, and a merch prize pack.
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.
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.
Australia’s largest multi-day festival, Beyond The Valley, officially wrapped its landmark 10th anniversary edition this past weekend.
A nationwide look at regional theater marketing and community engagement, with lessons from Knoxville, Durham, Fayetteville, Nashville, Atlanta, and Branson on building awareness, loyalty, and support.
Arts Centre Melbourne has announced its School Holiday Workshops program, featuring hands-on creative sessions for children and families.
Australian Contemporary Opera Co.
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.
Elbow Room Theatre will offer a new spin on the witch in history this February in their latest show presented by La Mama.
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Society Viva Melbourne (5/01-4/25) PHOTOS |
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Scandal Viva Melbourne (5/01-4/25) PHOTOS |
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The Music and Life of Barbra Streisand starring Melinda Schneider Hamer Hall (8/07-8/07) |
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PAW Patrol™ Live! "Race to the Rescue" Margaret Court Arena (8/22-8/23) |
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Saplings - Art Centre Melbourne The Show Room (7/31-8/01) |
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One Flew Over the Cuckoo''s Nest - Preview Athenaeum Theatre One (11/13-11/15) |
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Menopause The Musical Athenaeum Theatre One (9/02-9/06) |
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Faulty Towers The Dining Experience Oaks Melbourne on Market Hotel (3/06-12/12) |
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Kindred People 2026 The Ian Potter Centre for Performing Arts (9/01-9/05) |
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One Flew Over the Cuckoo''s Nest Athenaeum Theatre One (11/18-12/06) |
