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The ultimate theatre guide to ³Ô¹ÏÍø

The ultimate theatre guide to ³Ô¹ÏÍø

What's on in ³Ô¹ÏÍø's theatres, clubs, cabaret bars and comedy spots.

Anastasia the Musical
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Anastasia the Musical

Discover the romantic and adventure-filled Broadway production inspired by the beloved film.

MJ The Musical
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MJ The Musical

A look into the life, music and career of one of the most influential artists in music history.

The Great Gatsby: A Jazz Ballet Odyssey
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The Great Gatsby: A Jazz Ballet Odyssey

Jazz, tap and ballet bring Gatsby to life in a dazzling theatrical spectacle.

³Ô¹ÏÍø Magic Festival
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³Ô¹ÏÍø Magic Festival

Casting its spell with performances and workshops for all ages this winter.

³Ô¹ÏÍø International Comedy Festival
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³Ô¹ÏÍø International Comedy Festival

The festival that takes over the city celebrates 40 years of funny - come have a laugh.

Piccolo Teatro: Magic Theatre
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Piccolo Teatro: Magic Theatre

Specialising in astonishing magic shows and immersive live entertainment.

Julius Caesar
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Julius Caesar

A thrilling new production of Shakespeare’s political masterpiece.

Mr Snotbottom/Mark Trenwith: P.Gee!
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Mr Snotbottom/Mark Trenwith: P.Gee!

Clean but chaotic, harmless but hectic, innocent but edgy physical comedy for all ages.

Watershed: The Death of Dr Duncan
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Watershed: The Death of Dr Duncan

A dazzling new operatic work by some of Australia’s most acclaimed creative talents.

Claire Lyon: The Music of Broadway

Claire Lyon: The Music of Broadway

Revel in the passion, power and beauty of musical theatre as Claire Lyon brings Broadway to life.

Undertow
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Undertow

Help make a new creative arts performance for parents, in utero and pre-walking babies.

³Ô¹ÏÍø's best drag shows and queer-friendly venues

³Ô¹ÏÍø's best drag shows and queer-friendly venues

Find burlesque life drawing, cabaret and the best queer-friendly venues in ³Ô¹ÏÍø.

The Trumpet of the Swan
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The Trumpet of the Swan

An adaptation of E.B. White’s gorgeous novel The Trumpet of the Swan for orchestra and actors.

Club Club at ³Ô¹ÏÍø International Comedy Festival
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Club Club at ³Ô¹ÏÍø International Comedy Festival

Come along to the unhinged late night destination of the comedy festival, Club Club!

The 60 Four: Hits of the ‘60s and ‘70s

The 60 Four: Hits of the ‘60s and ‘70s

Relive a defining era of music history as The 60 Four bring the biggest '60s and '70s hits to life.

The best kid's theatre shows on in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

The best kid's theatre shows on in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Featuring musical theatre, magic shows and more.

Fuel
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Fuel

A play about the poisonous side of mateship told through six characters, each with their own truth.

I Am Woman

I Am Woman

Hear a tribute to the women who redefined Australian music in the swinging 1960s.

Teddy Tahu Rhodes and Georgia Wilkinson

Teddy Tahu Rhodes and Georgia Wilkinson

Teddy Tahu Rhodes and Georgia Wilkinson perform at this Morning Melodies concert.

Mackenzie
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Mackenzie

A camp, dark and deranged retelling of Macbeth, set in the heights of early 2000s TV stardom.

Ovation Tour

Ovation Tour

Join Marina, David, Silvie and Michael in an unforgettable performance of a lifetime.

The Placeholder
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The Placeholder

A bold new queer play on grief, identity and transition.

Shen Yun
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Shen Yun

See 5,000 years of civilisation reborn in this dance and musical performance.

Burlesque Lounge
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Burlesque Lounge

³Ô¹ÏÍø's sparkling burlesque dinner show experience right in the heart of the city

The Glass Menagerie
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The Glass Menagerie

A contemporary revival of one of the most beloved and enduring works of the 20th century.

Losing Face
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Losing Face

Strap in for a perimenopausal Weekend at Bernie’s – a wildly funny, no-holds-barred new comedy.

Christmas Melodies

Christmas Melodies

Join in the seasonal celebration of a Morning Melodies Christmas concert.

Sincerely Yours

Sincerely Yours

Commemorate Anzac Day with a musical concert honouring Dame Vera Lynn, followed by afternoon tea.

SAINTS
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SAINTS

Prophet, witch or spy? It depends on who gets to light the fire...

Head Thorax Abdomen
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Head Thorax Abdomen

Part black comedy, thriller and tragedy, this dark play contemplates life's un-lived possibilities.

Darkfield
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Darkfield

Be immersed in an audio experience inside a shipping container as Darkfield returns for the summer.

The Diary of Anne Frank
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The Diary of Anne Frank

A powerful stage adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play.

Uncle Vanya
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Uncle Vanya

Chekhov’s timeless tale, full of mordant wit, unrequited love and longing, finds new life.

My Brilliant Career
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My Brilliant Career

Back by popular demand, the smash-hit musical returns.

Songs of the Bulbul
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Songs of the Bulbul

A powerful new dance work by award-winning UK choreographer and dancer Aakash Odedra.

Do Not Pass Go
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Do Not Pass Go

An oddly tender dark comedy set amid the soul-sucking grind of modern corporate culture.

ART The Play
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ART The Play

A razor-sharp comedy about friendship, ego and the chaos a single opinion can cause.

View of ³Ô¹ÏÍø from across the Yarra River
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The Pandas of the Adelaide Zoo

A funny and moving new play about Australia's only two giant pandas.

Waitress The Musical

Waitress The Musical

The irresistible Broadway hit about resilience, friendship and hope.

The Book of Mormon
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The Book of Mormon

Australia’s biggest ever musical comedy returns this February.

³Ô¹ÏÍø's major theatres

Regent Theatre

Regent Theatre

This landmark theatre is one of ³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s premier live performance venues.

Princess Theatre

Princess Theatre

³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s iconic Princess Theatre is regarded by many as ³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s most spectacular landmark.

Her Majesty's Theatre

Her Majesty's Theatre

This heritage-listed theatre has provided entertainment for ³Ô¹ÏÍø since 1886.

Comedy Theatre

Comedy Theatre

The historic Comedy Theatre hosts musicals, drama and yes, comedies.

Athenaeum Theatre

Athenaeum Theatre

This heritage-listed venue hosts comedy, music and theatre.

Southbank Theatre

Southbank Theatre

Performance space and home of the ³Ô¹ÏÍø Theatre Company.

Arts Centre ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Arts Centre ³Ô¹ÏÍø

With its iconic spire, the Arts Centre ³Ô¹ÏÍø is a cultural and architectural landmark.

La Mama Courthouse

La Mama Courthouse

One of the great independent theatres of the city with a focus on diversity and inclusivity.

More theatre venues

Fairfax Studio

Fairfax Studio

An intimate theatre presenting smaller-scale and experimental productions.

La Mama Courthouse

La Mama Courthouse

One of the great independent theatres of the city with a focus on diversity and inclusivity.

Speakeasy Theatre

Speakeasy Theatre

A lively, historic vaudeville theatre featuring burlesque, cabaret, comedy and circus every week.

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The best pre- and post-theatre dining in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

The best pre- and post-theatre dining in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Fuel up before a big show or extend your city visit at these local eateries.

³Ô¹ÏÍø's essential night-time events

³Ô¹ÏÍø's essential night-time events

From hidden laneway markets to epic pop-ups, ³Ô¹ÏÍø gets lit once the lights go out.

The ultimate ³Ô¹ÏÍø live gig guide

The ultimate ³Ô¹ÏÍø live gig guide

Concert halls and music venues hosting live music this week

Film

Film

³Ô¹ÏÍø has a thriving film scene, with film festivals and screenings at cinemas year-round.