ART Starring Roxburgh, Herriman, Schmitz Will Open in April at Comedy Theatre
Richard Roxburgh, Damon Herriman, and Toby Schmitz will star in ART at Melbourne's Comedy Theatre starting April 22.
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Nick Abrahams Will Debut THE ACCIDENTAL LAWYER at Melbourne Comedy Festival
Nick Abrahams will present his new stand-up show 'THE ACCIDENTAL LAWYER' at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, marking his return to comedy.
Jayne Steer Will Debut ADDIKTED at Melbourne Comedy Festival
Jayne Steer will present her debut solo show ADDIKTED at the Melbourne Comedy Festival, offering a mix of humor and emotional depth.
Fourth Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
Voting is now open for the fourth round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate B
Stevie Denton, Lola Inman And Ruby Marshall To Play Lulu In WAITRESS Melbourne
SEO Blurb: The Melbourne child cast has been announced for WAITRESS, with Stevie Denton, Lola Inman, Ruby Marshall, and Evie Papas sharing the role of Lulu.
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PAW PATROL LIVE to Celebrate 10 Years with Australian Tour
Paw Patrol Live, the beloved children's show, will mark its 10th anniversary with a special 'Race to the Rescue' tour across Australia.
MONSTEEN Will Premiere at RISING 2026
Vampires, werewolves and witches will come to life in an immersive supernatural participatory theatre work Monsteen making its premiere presentation as part of RISING from 6 – 14 June 2026.
Robbie Williams Sets Australia and New Zealand Dates for BRITPOP World Tour
Pop star Robbie Williams has announced his return to Australia and New Zealand, bringing his BRITPOP World Tour down under this November to perform some of his biggest AU-NZ shows ever.
Sir Bryn Terfel CBE Will Deliver Vocal Masterclass During MSO Brahms Festival
Internationally acclaimed opera star Sir Bryn Terfel CBE will perform at the MSO's 2026 Spring Gala and present an exclusive masterclass for aspiring voices.
Third Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
Voting is now open for the third round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate Be
Alex Warren Returning to Australia and New Zealand for 2026 World Tour
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Alex Warren is heading back to Australia and New Zealand for seven arena shows as part of his Finding Family on the Road World Tour 2026.
GATSBY: A JAZZ BALLET ODYSSEY Debuts at Her Majesty's Theatre
Her Majesty's Theatre in Melbourne will present GATSBY: A JAZZ BALLET ODYSSEY from March 18 to April 5, 2026.
ALAKAZAM Returns to Melbourne International Comedy Festival with Ben McCarthy
Ben McCarthy, a Melbourne-based clown and improviser, will present his nonverbal show ALAKAZAM at the upcoming Melbourne International Comedy Festival.
MCO Players and Timothy Young to Perform New Australian Music in Melbourne
Melbourne Chamber Orchestra's 2026 Chamber Season will open in March with Romantic Echoes - a richly expressive program led by acclaimed pianist Timothy Young, presented at Moe Town Hall.
THE BOOKBINDER Run Extended at Arts Centre Melbourne
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.
Laufey Adds Second Melbourne & Sydney Shows to Australia & New Zealand Tour
Grammy winner Laufey adds a second Melbourne show at Rod Laver Arena on July 31! Presale is open now for her A Matter Of Time Tour.
Tribute Concert to Honor James Horner's Iconic Film Scores Comes to Arts Centre Melbourne
In 2026, a special concert will honor the illustrious career of Hollywood composer James Horner, known for his impactful film scores.
DISNEY ON ICE - MAGIC IN THE STARS Comes to Australia
Disney On Ice - Magic In The Stars is coming to Australia beginning in June.
HEARTBREAK HOTEL Returns to Arts Centre Melbourne
After rave reviews and multiple awards, the cathartic comedy Heartbreak Hotel will return to Arts Centre Melbourne for one week only 14 – 19 July 2026 at the Fairfax Studio.
Cast Set For 70th Anniversary Performance of MY FAIR LADY at Opera Australia
Producers Opera Australia and John Frost for Crossroads Live have announced cast members for the upcoming 70th Anniversary of the much-loved musical My Fair Lady, which will premiere at the Sydney Opera House in September.
The Three Seas Set Australian Tour for 'Antaḥkaraṇa' Global Premiere
The Three Seas will return to Australia for the world premiere of their new album Antaḥkaraṇa.
Second Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
Voting is now open for the second round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate B
New Arts Venue The Motley Wherehaus Opens In 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
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'.
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Play In A Day: Volpone, Or, The Fox The University of Melbourne (11/18-11/18) |
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Cut Chilli by Chenturan Aran Northcote Town Hall Arts Centre (8/12-8/23) |
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Kindred People 2026 The Ian Potter Centre for Performing Arts (9/01-9/05) |
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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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NAT''S WHAT I RECKON: Panic at the Bistro The Thornbury Theatre (11/28-11/28) |
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Steel Magnolias The Athenaeum (7/23-8/09) |
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One Flew Over the Cuckoo''s Nest - Preview Athenaeum Theatre One (11/13-11/15) |
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The Music and Life of Barbra Streisand starring Melinda Schneider Hamer Hall (8/07-8/07) |
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Dance Palace Luna Park (8/20-9/12) |