Melbourne Podcast Festival Inaugural Event Will Not Go Ahead Due To COVID Restrictions
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2021
Frontier Touring, Mushroom Group, Acast and Schwartz Media regret to advise that due to the current COVID outbreaks in New South Wales and Victoria and subsequent border closures, the Melbourne Podcast Festival 2021 will not go ahead as planned.
by BWW News Desk - August 12, 2021
Frontier Touring, Mushroom Group, Acast and Schwartz Media regret to advise that due to the current COVID outbreaks in New South Wales and Victoria and subsequent border closures, the Melbourne Podcast Festival 2021 will not go ahead as planned.
THE NATIONAL GOES INTERNATIONAL Announces New Date at National Theatre Melbourne
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2021
Led by the National Theatre Ballet School's Artistic Director Damian Smith, this celebratory performance has a focus on international dance styles and includes pieces by local dance companies Karma Dance and the Lehenda Ukranian Dance Company.
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2021
Led by the National Theatre Ballet School's Artistic Director Damian Smith, this celebratory performance has a focus on international dance styles and includes pieces by local dance companies Karma Dance and the Lehenda Ukranian Dance Company.
NEXT TO NORMAL Returns to Chapel off Chapel in August
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2021
Previously announced, this production will star Queenie van de Zandt in the leading role of Diana Goodman, the matriarch of a modern-day family, traumatised by loss and the unpredictable affects sparked by her bipolar diagnosis.
by BWW News Desk - July 30, 2021
Previously announced, this production will star Queenie van de Zandt in the leading role of Diana Goodman, the matriarch of a modern-day family, traumatised by loss and the unpredictable affects sparked by her bipolar diagnosis.
BIGSOUND Announces Six Aussie Artists To Share In $90,000 Levi's Music Prize
by Sarah Jae Leiber - July 28, 2021
'Winning the Levi’s Music Prize has always been a dream of mine,' said Brisbane pop artist, Sycco, whose song Dribble debuted at #29 in triple j’s Hottest 100 and took out Song of the Year in the 2021 Queensland Music Awards.
by Sarah Jae Leiber - July 28, 2021
'Winning the Levi’s Music Prize has always been a dream of mine,' said Brisbane pop artist, Sycco, whose song Dribble debuted at #29 in triple j’s Hottest 100 and took out Song of the Year in the 2021 Queensland Music Awards.
THE PAGEANT Opens at Comedy Republic Next Month
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2021
The Pageant is “the beauty pageant to end all beauty pageants” and is a pageant celebrating the power of pageantry because if there’s one thing former pageant darling Victoria Beauvoir knows, there’s no such thing as too much pageantry. Victoria is joined by her long-term devotee Roger Seahorse in this children’s beauty pageant that is most definitely not for children.
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2021
The Pageant is “the beauty pageant to end all beauty pageants” and is a pageant celebrating the power of pageantry because if there’s one thing former pageant darling Victoria Beauvoir knows, there’s no such thing as too much pageantry. Victoria is joined by her long-term devotee Roger Seahorse in this children’s beauty pageant that is most definitely not for children.
MAGIC MIKE LIVE Performances Postponed in Melbourne
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2021
Due to public venue capacity limits set by the Victorian Chief Medical Health Officer announced on 27 July, additional performances of Magic Mike Live will be postponed. The impacted performances are from Wednesday 28 July through to Tuesday 10 August inclusive. Performances will resume Wednesday 11 August.
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2021
Due to public venue capacity limits set by the Victorian Chief Medical Health Officer announced on 27 July, additional performances of Magic Mike Live will be postponed. The impacted performances are from Wednesday 28 July through to Tuesday 10 August inclusive. Performances will resume Wednesday 11 August.
Malthouse Presents MONSTERS, Starring Pamela Rabe And Dancers From Stephanie Lake Company
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2021
Malthouse Theatre Artistic Director, Matthew Lutton has collaborated with choreographer Stephanie Lake, and Sydney-based writer Emme Hoy to create an chilling adventure into the darkness featuring stage and screen star Pamela Rabe and Stephanie Lake Company dancers.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2021
Malthouse Theatre Artistic Director, Matthew Lutton has collaborated with choreographer Stephanie Lake, and Sydney-based writer Emme Hoy to create an chilling adventure into the darkness featuring stage and screen star Pamela Rabe and Stephanie Lake Company dancers.
Arts Centre Melbourne Announces Arts and Disability Festival ALTER STATE
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2021
The opening event will include two commissions – one in collaboration with the Metro Tunnel Creative Program and the other a part of the UK/Australia Season, a collaboration between the British Council and the Australian Government’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2021
The opening event will include two commissions – one in collaboration with the Metro Tunnel Creative Program and the other a part of the UK/Australia Season, a collaboration between the British Council and the Australian Government’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
Australian Contemporary Opera Co Announces Cancellation Of THE ENCHANTED PIG
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2021
Ticket holders for ACOCo’s season of The Enchanted Pig will be contacted by TICKETEK with an offer to refund.
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2021
Ticket holders for ACOCo’s season of The Enchanted Pig will be contacted by TICKETEK with an offer to refund.
PROTEIN Will Return to Melbourne at The MC Showroom Next Month
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2021
Thanks to a post-lockdown identity crisis, vegan soy-boy Charlie decides to give up pornography and hit the gay dating scene. Sex proves to be a disastrous distraction from self-loathing, and he soon realises that being emotionally unhinged, cynical and bored makes him a difficult romantic candidate. Also, his pet goldfish Bob is horribly depressed.
by BWW News Desk - July 24, 2021
Thanks to a post-lockdown identity crisis, vegan soy-boy Charlie decides to give up pornography and hit the gay dating scene. Sex proves to be a disastrous distraction from self-loathing, and he soon realises that being emotionally unhinged, cynical and bored makes him a difficult romantic candidate. Also, his pet goldfish Bob is horribly depressed.
Updated Season Dates Announced For HYDRA By Double Water Sign
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2021
From the award-winning team behind ANGRY SEXX, GROUND CONTROL and MORAL PANIC, HYDRA by Double Water Sign is a searing new work of dystopian science-fiction, the story of an angry young man and the woman whose job it is to kill him.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2021
From the award-winning team behind ANGRY SEXX, GROUND CONTROL and MORAL PANIC, HYDRA by Double Water Sign is a searing new work of dystopian science-fiction, the story of an angry young man and the woman whose job it is to kill him.
Victorian Opera Announces Rescheduled Production of THE WHO'S TOMMY
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2021
In a role approved by The Who’s Pete Townshend himself, Victorian Opera welcomes back rising star Mat Verevis (A Little Night Music, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Nine Network’s The Voice) as Narrator / Tommy.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2021
In a role approved by The Who’s Pete Townshend himself, Victorian Opera welcomes back rising star Mat Verevis (A Little Night Music, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Nine Network’s The Voice) as Narrator / Tommy.
Catherine & Friends Series Returns Part Of The Melbourne Digital Concert Hall Next Week
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2021
Joining Catherine on Friday, July 30 is singer/actor Ursula Yovich, writer/actor/composer/pianist Phil Scott and comedy legend Jean Kittson. Also making her virtual return to Catherine & Friends is pivoter of the year Verushka Darling who will be standing by to take your texts as she sashays from 'hotspot' to 'hotline'.
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2021
Joining Catherine on Friday, July 30 is singer/actor Ursula Yovich, writer/actor/composer/pianist Phil Scott and comedy legend Jean Kittson. Also making her virtual return to Catherine & Friends is pivoter of the year Verushka Darling who will be standing by to take your texts as she sashays from 'hotspot' to 'hotline'.
Opera Australia Postpones THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA to 2022 Due to Covid-19 Restrictions
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2021
Opera Australia has announced the forced postponement of their production of The Phantom of the Opera that was scheduled to open at the Sydney Opera House in September and Arts Centre Melbourne in November.
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2021
Opera Australia has announced the forced postponement of their production of The Phantom of the Opera that was scheduled to open at the Sydney Opera House in September and Arts Centre Melbourne in November.
Luke Di Somma Releases Debut Album SONGS FOR MY FRIENDS
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2021
Melbourne based New Zealand composer/lyricist Luke Di Somma has released his debut album - SONGS FOR MY FRIENDS.
by BWW News Desk - July 21, 2021
Melbourne based New Zealand composer/lyricist Luke Di Somma has released his debut album - SONGS FOR MY FRIENDS.
Jim Jefferies 2022 Rescheduled Tour Dates Announced
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2021
One of the most successful comedians on the planet, Jim Jefferies, will return to Australia in June/July 2022.
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2021
One of the most successful comedians on the planet, Jim Jefferies, will return to Australia in June/July 2022.
Artists Encourage Audiences to Play Their Role in Pandemic Recovery
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2021
Artists from Victoria's diverse arts community have joined forces with some of Melbourne's leading arts organisations to create an awareness campaign encouraging Victorians to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2021
Artists from Victoria's diverse arts community have joined forces with some of Melbourne's leading arts organisations to create an awareness campaign encouraging Victorians to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
VIDEO: Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Encourages Victorians to Get Vaccinated in New Ad Campaign
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2021
Performance of a Lifetime is a collaborative project developed by the MSO, with performing arts and entertainment organisations from across Victoria. They have come together to encourage the general public to give the pandemic its final curtain call and get vaccinated against COVID-19.
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2021
Performance of a Lifetime is a collaborative project developed by the MSO, with performing arts and entertainment organisations from across Victoria. They have come together to encourage the general public to give the pandemic its final curtain call and get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Tickets Now On Sale For HAMILTON in Melbourne
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2021
The Australian production currently stars Jason Arrow leading the company as Alexander Hamilton, Chloé Zuel as Eliza Hamilton, Lyndon Watts as Aaron Burr, Akina Edmonds as Angelica Schuyler, Matu Ngaropo as George Washington, and more!
by BWW News Desk - July 19, 2021
The Australian production currently stars Jason Arrow leading the company as Alexander Hamilton, Chloé Zuel as Eliza Hamilton, Lyndon Watts as Aaron Burr, Akina Edmonds as Angelica Schuyler, Matu Ngaropo as George Washington, and more!
THE GUYS by Anne Nelson to Have Melbourne Premiere This September
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2021
Commemorating the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 Trade Center attacks, the Melbourne premiere of Anne Nelson's acclaimed play The Guys.
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2021
Commemorating the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 Trade Center attacks, the Melbourne premiere of Anne Nelson's acclaimed play The Guys.
BWW Review: FROZEN at Her Majesty's Theatre
by Josh Stent - July 14, 2021
With forty-five tonnes of flying scenery, 145 wigs and 440 beautifully handmade costumes, one of which features 14,000 beads and crystals, you are guaranteed to leave Her Majesty's Theatre feeling wowed!
by Josh Stent - July 14, 2021
With forty-five tonnes of flying scenery, 145 wigs and 440 beautifully handmade costumes, one of which features 14,000 beads and crystals, you are guaranteed to leave Her Majesty's Theatre feeling wowed!
Michael Shafar Will Return to Melbourne Comedy Festival With 110%
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2021
Back in remission, Shafar returned to the Melbourne Comedy Festival earlier this year with his darkest and funniest show yet, receiving critical acclaim for his cutting observations about the dangers of cancel culture, the hypocrisy of racists and, most importantly, the unknown perils of skinny jeans.
by BWW News Desk - July 14, 2021
Back in remission, Shafar returned to the Melbourne Comedy Festival earlier this year with his darkest and funniest show yet, receiving critical acclaim for his cutting observations about the dangers of cancel culture, the hypocrisy of racists and, most importantly, the unknown perils of skinny jeans.
Silvie Paladino Will Bring THIS IS MY LIFE to The Athenaeum Theatre Next Month
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2021
A concert celebration of the leading female singers of the 20th Century, the performance will feature crowd favourite hits including Goldfinger, Diamonds are Forever, People, Don't Rain On My Parade, Over the Rainbow, The Man that Got Away, The Trolley Song, Cabaret, New York, New York and many more.
by BWW News Desk - July 13, 2021
A concert celebration of the leading female singers of the 20th Century, the performance will feature crowd favourite hits including Goldfinger, Diamonds are Forever, People, Don't Rain On My Parade, Over the Rainbow, The Man that Got Away, The Trolley Song, Cabaret, New York, New York and many more.
2021 Besen Family Artist Program Recipients Announced by Malthouse Theatre
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2021
The four artists are offered a bespoke program of workshops to assist in professional development goals and also receive $4,000 for the equivalent of four weeks' full time employment.
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2021
The four artists are offered a bespoke program of workshops to assist in professional development goals and also receive $4,000 for the equivalent of four weeks' full time employment.
BWW Review: MAGIC MIKE LIVE at The Arcadia, Birrarung Marr
by Josh Stent - July 07, 2021
After opening to glowing reviews in Sydney, Channing Tatum's Magic Mike Live has arrived in Melbourne to mesmerize admires of the male physique in the world's largest spiegeltent, The Arcadia. While this 90-minute male review has a R18+ rating and definitely seduces and titillates, it also empowers women, and features fantastic dancing, burlesque, aerial and circus performances, giving ticket holders a great 'bang' for their buck.
by Josh Stent - July 07, 2021
After opening to glowing reviews in Sydney, Channing Tatum's Magic Mike Live has arrived in Melbourne to mesmerize admires of the male physique in the world's largest spiegeltent, The Arcadia. While this 90-minute male review has a R18+ rating and definitely seduces and titillates, it also empowers women, and features fantastic dancing, burlesque, aerial and circus performances, giving ticket holders a great 'bang' for their buck.
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Pride And Prejudice* (*sort of)
Athenaeum Theatre (6/18 - 7/18) | |
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Steel Magnolias
Athenaeum Theatre (7/23 - 8/9) | |
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Play In A Day: Volpone, Or, The Fox
The University of Melbourne (11/18 - 11/18) | |
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The Placeholder
fortyfivedownstairs (2/27 - 2/8) | |
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A Deep Dive into Julius Caesar
The University of Melbourne (3/19 - 3/19) | |
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Mackenzie
Arts Centre Melbourne (7/23 - 8/9) | |
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James Barr - Sorry I Hurt Your Son (Said My Ex To My Mum)
trades hall (3/26 - 4/5) | |
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